Territory
Bassano del Grappa
Bassano del Grappa flourished under the Republic of Venice. Its streets, squares, walls, palaces, and towers evoke ancient atmospheres and a grand past.
Take a stroll and embark on a journey through art history: Jacopo Da Ponte, Tiepolo, Giorgione, Veronese, Antonio Canova, Andrea Palladio, and the Remondin family.
Bassano del Grappa also boasts a long-standing artisanal tradition that continues to this day, including artistic ceramics, fine metalwork, woodcraft, and leatherworking. As the name suggests, grappa originated here and is now famous worldwide.
Asolo
Asolo is one of the most beautiful villages in Italy. Carducci called it “the city of a hundred horizons” for its enchanting landscapes.
This medieval village, nestled in the Treviso hills, was a Renaissance court during the time of Caterina Cornaro.
Walking through its streets, you can enjoy breathtaking views and discover the fascinating history of a place that has enchanted poets and artists for centuries.
Castelfranco Veneto
Castelfranco Veneto is the birthplace of Giorgione. Its historic center, enclosed by medieval walls, can be explored in a few hours.
The Duomo of Castelfranco houses the “Madonna and Child Enthroned,” painted by Giorgione in 1505, an unmissable masterpiece.
Strolling through its streets, you can experience a timeless atmosphere among historic buildings and artistic treasures.
Cittadella
Cittadella is renowned for its splendid, perfectly preserved defensive walls.
Founded in 1220 by Padua to protect the territory, it offers a unique walkway in Europe, a one-and-a-half-kilometer path that is entirely walkable.
This restoration, which took 20 years and was completed in 2013, makes Cittadella a must-visit for history and medieval architecture enthusiasts.
Possagno
Possagno, at the foot of Monte Grappa, is dominated by the white mass of the Neoclassical Temple designed by Antonio Canova, who was born here in 1757.
The Temple is a majestic monument reflecting the art and grandeur of the famous sculptor.
A visit to Possagno offers the opportunity to immerse yourself in Canova’s world, discovering his works and his influence on Neoclassical art.
Maser
Maser is known for Villa Barbaro, a masterpiece by Palladio and a UNESCO World Heritage site.
Besides the splendid villa, the Carriage Museum offers an interesting collection of rare pieces from all eras.
Maser is the ideal place to spend a different kind of afternoon, surrounded by history, art, and culture.
Marostica
Marostica is famous for the Piazza degli Scacchi, where a unique medieval re-enactment takes place.
Every two years in September, over five hundred participants in period costumes engage in a duel in the square, reenacting a legend from the 1400s.
The medieval castles and perfectly preserved walls provide a fascinating backdrop for this spectacular historical representation.