Le Colline Di Soligo, i gioielli del Montello, Asolo e sulle rive del Prosecco

Day 1. HIDDEN TREASURES OF THE SOLIGO HILLS

The walk starts from the Hotel Contà and takes us through the hills of Soligo.

The first part follows a gravel path along the river Soligo, which leads us at the bottom of the hills and soon takes us into the most authentic and wildest side of this land, with steep hillsides covered in forests. We will have charming views on the Prealps and the little villages at their foot.

Once we get on the ridge of the hills, we will be walking to the little village of Collagù, which treasures a Sanctuary, a little jewel set against one of the most spectacular views of all the Prosecco Hills. Here we will have the chance to have a little break at Ristoro Collagù, where we will be able to try delicious local products.

Once we go back to our path, it will take another little effort and we will be rewarded by a breathtaking view over the plain, which extends south to the Hills of Treviso.

The last stop of our itinerary is the Church of San Gallo, built where centuries ago there used to be the Castle of Soligo, dominating the land around it.

A gravel road through the vineyard will take us back to the path along the river and back to the hotel.

Distance: 13 km
Difference in altitude: 400 m
Duration: From 5 to 6 hours

Starting point: Hotel Contà

Recommended equipment: walking shoes or boots, walking poles if used, layered clothing, water proof jacket and at least 1 liter of water.

Day 2. ENCHANTING MONTELLO HILL

The adventure strats by exploring the Abbey of Sant’Eustachio, ancient monastic complex, built in the Tenth Century. Today we can admire its reamins, which make this place magical.

Later we start a fascinating route, through the forests and valleys of the Montello Hill. By walking in a landform shaped by carsism, we will discover enchanted places, such as the Valley with Three Fountains, the Cave of San Girolamo and the meadow that hosted the Certosa del Montello for centuries, whose only remains are old tales.

We then move to the Valley of Water, one of the rare places on the Hill where we can find surface water almost all year, amongst hornbeam trees.

Surrounded by vineyards, we will be able to taste wines and products of the Azienda Agricola Fiorotto.

Distance: 9 km
Difference in altitude: 300 m
Duration: from 4,5 to 5,5 hours

Starting point: Nervesa Della Battaglia (TV), car park in front of the Church, in Piazzale della Chiesa, 1.

Recommended equipment: walking shoes or boots, walking poles if used, layered clothing, water proof jacket and at least 1 liter of water.

Day 3. VILLA EMO AND ASOLO

The day starts with the visit of Villa Emo, a Veneto Villa designed by Andrea Palladio, close to the town of Fanzolo. It became UNESCO World Heritage in 1996 and it is considered one of the most complete Palladian Villas. The interior is richly decorated by frescoes by Giovanni Battista Zelotti.

The day will continue with the visit of the historical centre of Asolo, a pictoresque little town, nominated one of the most beautiful borghi in Italy. For many centuries it has hosted artists, intellectuals and nobles seeking beauty, which we can still find today through Asolo’s little streets.

We will have a typical aperitif in one of the local cafe.

Day 4. THE HEART OF THE PROSECCO HILLS

The itinerary takes us through the villages of Valdobbiadene, walking on paths amongst vineyards, that today are part of the UNESCO World Heritage.

The walk starts in San Pietro di Barbozza and leads us towards the northern area of the hills, which is also the highest one and it offers amazing views on the Asolo Hills, on Montello and the lower hills.

We will be walking up to the Church of Sant’Alberto, a little building hidden among trees. The path takes us downhill through the wood, until we reach vineyards again and a stunning view opens before us. At this point we can see the picturesque village of Santo Stefano and the gentle hills of Cartizze, 107 hectars where the top quality of Prosecco is produced.

Here we can have a visit of the Zilli Winery and try their Prosecco together with some local products.

The itinerary plunges into rolling vineyards and takes us to one of the most peculiar spots on the Prosecco Hills: the Osteria without the Host. It is an old farmhouse, where the owner is never around, but you can help yourselves with typical products and of course Prosecco.

We are now left with the last part of the walk that leads us back to San Pietro di Barbozza, where we started our journey in the Prosecco Hills.

Distance: 10 km
Difference in altitude: 450 m
Duration: from 5,5 to 6,5 hours

Starting point: San Pietro di Barbozza – Valdobbiadene (TV), in front of the Church, at Strada Chiesa, 2.

Recommended equipment: walking shoes or boots, walking poles if used, layered clothing, water proof jacket and at least 1 liter of water.