FIFTH EDITION
A long weekend to discover and experience the Venetian and Friulian Villas
Tenuta di Monastero – Villa Ritter de Záhony | Visit at the Monastery and wine tasting
2026 | Sunday 18 October | Udine
An unforgettable guided tour awaits you, taking you on a discovery of the origins of our estate, the medieval monastery of Aquileia, residence of the barons Ritter de Záhony. Upon request, it will then be possible to taste three wines in the new wine bar "Giardini Ritter de Záhony", which will be open during the whole time of the Giornata delle Ville Venete.
Palazzo Montanari – A Journey Through History, Art and the Valpolicella Region
2026 | Saturday 17 October, Sunday 18 October | Verona
Discover Palazzo Montanari, a stunning Venetian Villa in the heart of Valpolicella Classica. Stroll through the vineyards of its ancient brolo and explore its frescoed rooms, where history and country life intertwine. End your visit on the panoramic terrace with a glass of our Valpolicella wine.
Palazzo Montanari – Art&wine experience
2026 | 17 and 18 October | Verona
Stroll through the vineyards of Palazzo Montanari’s ancient brolo, where our Valpolicella wines and extra virgin olive oil are produced. Continue with a tour of the Villa, discovering its history and connection to the land, and end your experience under the panoramic portico with a tasting of our wines.
Villa Maffei Costalunga – Nuances of Wine: Guided Tour and Tasting
2026 | Sunday 18 October | Vicenza
Discover Villa Maffei Costalunga and taste the exquisite wines of Costalunga Vini. Join guided tours with the owners to explore the history and unique features of a Villa Veneta. An immersive experience of culture and taste, where time stands still and only sensory pleasure reigns.
Villa Spineda Gasparini Loredan – HISTORIC RESIDENCES BETWEEN MONTELLO AND THE TREVISO AREA: THE CULTURE AND FLAVORS OF A REGION
2026 | Sunday 18 October | Treviso
A unique mini-itinerary: the tour begins by viewing the exterior of Villa Spineda Gasparini Loredan—an 18th-century residence designed by Giovanni Miazzi—and continues to Ca’ Bressa, a 15th-century complex on the ancient Montello road, where restorations have revealed frescoes and an original Venetian terrazzo floor. Conclude with a tasting of wine and local products!
Villa Ottavia – VILLA OTTAVIA AND THE COUNTRY RETREAT
2026 | Sunday 18 October | Padova
At Villa Ottavia, relive the elegance and atmosphere of the 18th century with Let’s Academy APS! We invite you to an immersive experience featuring a theatrical adaptation of Carlo Goldoni’s "The Holiday Trilogy" (La trilogia della villeggiatura). Following the performance, enjoy a guided tour of the Villa and a wine tasting courtesy of Cantina Pigafetta.
Villa Fracanzan Piovene-Visit and wine tasting
2026 | Sunday 18 October | Vicenza
A stunning 18th-century Venetian Villa set in a vast landscape park. Join us for a tour of its rich history, stories, and collections. Afterward, enjoy a wine tasting by Piovene Porto Godi paired with savory treats by Sweet Home Bakery, followed by a relaxing stroll through the historic gardens. An unforgettable mix of culture, nature, and fine taste!
Villa Nichesola-Conforti: History, Wine and Honey | Tour + Wine and Honey tasting
2026 | Saturday 17 October | Verona
Discover Villa Nichesola-Conforti on a comprehensive tour, taking in the frescoed rooms, works of art, loggia, grotto-nymphaeum, museum and gardens. At the end of the tour, let yourself be guided by the flavours of nature: in the Villa’s gardens, a tasting of wines and honeys from the Bergamini Farm awaits you. A fusion of history, local heritage and flavour.
Villa Maffei Costalunga – BOTANICAL MYTHOLOGY – An event amidst the nature of the Berici Hills, featuring mythological tales and wine tasting.
2026 | Saturday 17 October | Vicenza
Berici Hills and fine wine. We will meet at the Costalunga Vini winery and enjoy a leisurely afternoon walk filled with storytelling. Finally, we will return to the enchanting Villa Maffei Costalunga to delight in a tasting of Costalunga Vini wines and local products.
Villa Manin Cantarella – Casanova on the road of the bigoli
2026 | Sunday 18 October | Vicenza
A fascinating session featuring a distinguished speaker exploring the history of *bigoli*—a symbol of Venetian tradition—and one of their famous admirers: Casanova. Participants won't just be spectators; they will have the chance to try their hand at using the traditional *bigolaro* press to extrude the pasta by hand. The experience will conclude with a glass of wine.
Castello Scola Camerini – Brunch at the Castle – A Sunday Outdoors
2026 | Sunday 18 October | Vicenza
Brunch at the Castle is an experience to be enjoyed slowly, on a Sunday surrounded by the castle gardens, immersed in nature, silence, and the suspended atmosphere of a place beyond time. Chef Giovanni Davighi, known on social media as Socciachebuono, creates a brunch born from the encounter of two identities: the flavours of the Altopiano and his Bolognese soul.
Castello Scola Camerini – A night at the castle with dinner
2026 | Saturday 17 October, Sunday 18 October | Vicenza
An opportunity to take a break in a place full of charm and atmosphere. A stay for those who wish to disconnect from everyday life, enjoy moments of peace, and be surrounded by the beauty of the setting, turning a simple night away into a special and memorable experience. This experience is available only in combination with the Soc(c)ial Dinner.
Castello Scola Camerini – Soc(c)ial Dinner – A Shared Table at the Castle
2026 | Saturday 17 October | Vicenza
A long table set in the rooms of the Castle, the flavors of autumn, and the finest products from the Altopiano. These three elements define our Social Dinner, signed by Giovanni Davighi, better known on social media as “Socciachebuono”, who reinterprets the local culinary tradition with a contemporary approach. An evening to share and meeting new people.
Papadopoli Giol Castle – The roots of the Venetian Villa
2026 | Sunday 18 October | Treviso
You will discover a unique Venetian Villa, as well as stroll through a romantic 13-hectare English-style park. The purpose of the day is to introduce you to the history and origins of the Venetian Villa phenomenon and the distinctive features of Castello Papadopoli Giol. The experience will be completed with a visit to the winery and a wine tasting with the owner.
Ca’ Bressa – Historic residences between Montello and the Treviso area: the culture and flavors of a region
2026 | Sunday 18 October | Treviso
Immerse yourself in the history of Ca’ Bressa, a fascinating 15th-century complex located on the ancient Montello road and linked to the Bressa and Manin families. Restoration work has revealed fragments of frescoes and the original Venetian flooring, transforming the site into an evocative cultural space.Round off your visit with a tasting of wine and local products!
Villa Onigo – Historic residences between Montello and the Treviso area: the culture and flavors of a region
2026 | Saturday 17 October | Treviso
Experience the charm of Villa Onigo: historic estate dating back to the 16-17th centuries, which evolved from Counts Onigo's residence into a center for silkworm farming.Today it has been reborn as a cultural hub and library along the "Agritour dei Cavedin" route. Round off your journey by treating yourself to a special tasting of local wines and regional specialties!
Ca’ Zenobia – The villa’s vegetable garden – thematic guided visit
2026 | 17 and 18 October | Verona
The garden at Ca’ Zenobia? Not just vegetables, but a pharmacy, pantry, biodiversity, agroforestry and regenerative techniques for the vineyard. An hour exploring history, traditional fertilisers and organic tips to bring the historic garden back into our everyday lives, with Fabio Borriello, sustainable agriculture expert, and Massimiliano Braga, educator & gardener.
Ca’ Zenobia – Ca’ Zenobia’s green custodians: thematic visit
2026 | 17 and 18 October | Verona
A slow hour to learn about the historical park: monumental trees, animal traces, wild plants and the secret balance that has kept the villa alive over the centuries. The small fruit orchard. An easy walk, eyes and noses upwards: with Fabio Borriello, an expert in sustainable agriculture who takes care of the park, and Massimiliano Braga, mentor and gardener.
VILLA SANDI – Classic Experience
2026 | Saturday 17 October | Treviso
The guided tour includes the ancient barrel cellar, the underground galleries where the Classic Method wines mature, and the Palladian-style villa. The experience continues with a tasting of two wines, Valdobbiadene Prosecco Superiore DOCG Brut Millesimato and Opere Trevigiane Classic Method, paired with handmade “pan da vin”.
Villa Nichesola-Conforti – Aperitif with theatrical entertainment
2026 | Saturday 17 October | Verona
A glass of wine from the Bergamini Winery and the irresistible quirks of holidays from days gone by. Enjoy a sparkling aperitif enlivened by the banter and whims of the nobility on holiday, brought to life by the Let’s Academy theatre company. An hour of fine flavours, verve and live theatre in the Villa’s timeless atmosphere. Perfect for those who love to smile
Villa Nichesola-Conforti – History, Wine and Honey
2026 | Saturday 17 October | Verona
Discover Villa Nichesola-Conforti on a comprehensive tour, taking in the frescoed rooms, works of art, loggia, grotto-nymphaeum, museum and gardens. At the end of the tour, let yourself be guided by the flavours of nature: in the Villa’s gardens, a tasting of wines and honeys from the Bergamini Farm awaits you. A fusion of history, local heritage and flavour.
Villa Correr Pisani – HISTORIC RESIDENCES BETWEEN MONTELLO AND THE TREVISO AREA: THE CULTURE AND FLAVORS OF A REGION
2026 | Sunday 18 October | Treviso
A special guided tour of the 17th-century Villa Correr Pisani complex offers a journey through the functional spaces of this Venetian villa and an immersion in the Baroque atmosphere of the *salone nobile*, adorned with striking frescoes by Faustino Moretti. The visit concludes with a glass of fine Montello wine paired with the flavors of local products.
Villa Verecondi Scortecci – An Experience of History, Craftsmanship and Taste
2026 | 17 and 18 October | Treviso
Two days to experience Villa Verecondi Scortecci through History, Craftsmanship and Taste. By reservation, guided tour of the Villa, Gardens and private Chapel with historical storytelling (€ 10). Free entry to Le Grand Marché, the Market of Beautiful Things. Food & Drinks available throughout the day for a delicious break in the unique setting of the Villa.
Villa Ancilotto – HISTORIC RESIDENCES BETWEEN MONTELLO AND THE TREVISO AREA: THE CULTURE AND FLAVORS OF A REGION
2026 | Saturday 17 October | Treviso
An immersive experience that invites you to explore the park and the villa’s exterior, discovering historical facts and intriguing details. Inside, you'll visit spaces now returned to the community, housing the library, the conference hall and the “La Terra e l’Uomo” civic museum. Afterwards, participants will be offered a tasting of local wines and products.
Villa Rechsteiner – VILLA IN FESTA – Autumn edition: An exclusive guided tour of Rechsteiner Villa and its frescoes
2026 | Sunday 18 October | Treviso
On Sunday 18 October, Villa Rechsteiner will open its doors exceptionally for a journey through history, art and nature. We will guide you on a tour of the Villa, the Park and the Estate, with a focus on the frescoes on the south façade. The tour will conclude with a guided tasting of four Rechsteiner wines. Tour starts at 3.30 pm
Villa La Favorita – Guided tour of the Villa with tasting and shop visit
2026 | 17 and 18 October | Vicenza
Visit Villa La Favorita in Monticello di Fara, an elegant Venetian residence designed in 1715 by architect Francesco Muttoni. The villa enchants with its harmonious 18th-century architecture and historic interiors. The experience ends with a tasting of our wines, available for purchase, so guests can take home the authentic flavours of the region.
Villa Selvatico – Red October
2026 | Sunday 18 October | Padova
An autumn afternoon in the Euganean Hills: ‘Ottobre Rosso’ brings a celebration of local wines to the panoramic terrace of Villa Selvatico, featuring tastings with local producers. An opportunity to discover flavours, history and the landscape in an evocative and convivial atmosphere.
Villa Gioiagrande – Cheese tasting
2026 | 17 and 18 October | Vicenza
An exclusive gastronomic experience with Castellan's products, dedicated to the art of fresh and extra-fresh cheeses, paired with fine honeys and artisanal jams. A guided journey to learn how to recognize aromas, test textures, and create the perfect pairing even at home.
Villa Giustiniani Tonon – ANTONIO CANOVA – Between Art, Music and Beer
2026 | Saturday 17 October | Treviso
A journey through art, music and the atmosphere of a bygone era Discover Canova’s “San Giovannino”, be captivated by period jewellery and experience the thrill of opera arias. Round off the evening with an elegant aperitif and light supper at the villa.
CatselBrando – Taste – Spa
2026 | Sunday 18 October | Treviso
Relax at the Princess Spa of CastelBrando, in the heart of the Prosecco Hills: absolute wellbeing in a unique setting among ancient finds, exclusive gardens and panoramic terraces. To crown your day, taste our signature Tiramisù33 paired with a glass of CastelBrando Prosecco.