Exploring the surrounding area

A noble, proud, superb and sought-after town, Asolo was named the “town of a hundred horizons” by Giosuè Carducci due to its enchanting views. This charming medieval town dominated by the Rocca, was a destination for poets and writers of international renown, artists and travellers who found inspiration and harmony here, such as the English poet Robert Browning, the goddess of the theatre Eleonora Duse and the English writer Freya Stark.
Nestled in the hills of the Pedemontana, you will encounter picturesque Bassano del Grappa, with its evocative walls and narrow streets adorned with works by important figures such as Palladio, Canova and Jacopo Da Ponte. The landmark of the town is the Ponte degli Alpini bridge over the river Brenta. Built in medieval times, it was later rebuilt according to a design by Palladio.

Along the course of the river Brenta, connecting Venice to Padua, you can admire a corner of outstanding poetry, art and grandeur, dotted with monumental historic villas, gardens and centuries-old parks, which were the holiday residences of Venetian nobles in the 16th and 17th centuries. Be enchanted by their intriguing history and fascinating beauty as you explore the Riviera on a ferry or small boat. The most famous villas are Villa Foscari, also known as “La Malcontenta”, Villa Pisani, Villa Foscarini Rossi, Villa Widmann and Villa Querini Stampalia. For an enjoyable experience you can cycle along the 20-kilometre cycle path, starting in Fusina, and follow the course of the river Brenta, crossing parts of the Veneto countryside as far as the charming town of Dolo.

About an hour or so from Rosa Rosae, you can venture into the rugged world of the Prosecco hills: ancient vineyards manually tended by generations of vine-growers, who have successfully enhanced the territory with their great skill and dedication, have honourably received international acknowledgement as a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Here, among pastoral landscapes and the relaxing beauty of the scenery, you can visit countless wineries and taste their precious wines. For an exciting and thrilling adventure you can ride a Vespa scooter, which has always been an icon of ‘La Dolce Vita’, and freely enjoy the lush green hills, roaming at random in search of amazing views.

The distinctive features of the Montello hill, situated to the north of Treviso, are nature and memorials of the Great War. Known as the “Bosco della Serenissima” (forest of the ‘Serenissima’ Republic of Venice), it supplied timber to the Venice Arsenal. The renowned 21 “prese”, the roads entering the woods, are existing reminders of the timber tradition. Today, they are a destination for horse riding, hiking and mountain biking, where you can happily venture off the beaten track immersed in nature. Each road is dedicated to a hero of the First World War, which saw major battles and great human loss in these lands. We recommend a visit to the most important historical monuments: the evocative abbey of Sant’Eustachio and the Ossuary of the Fallen in Nervesa della Battaglia.

At the foot of Mount Grappa, lies Possagno, renowned for its monumental neoclassical temple designed by the famous sculptor Antonio Canova in 1819. Inspired by the Pantheon and Greek temples, it is testament to rich history and timeless beauty. Take a visit to the Gipsoteca, housing a valuable collection of plaster casts of his sculptures and terracotta sketches, located in the more modern area designed by the Venetian architect Carlo Scarpa in the 1950s.

For those who love the mountains, the Cansiglio forest is an hour and a half from Rosa Rosae. Here, you can find woods dotted with centuries-old beech and fir trees, and be immersed in silence, tuning your pace to that of nature. The plateau is crossed by many paths that can be explored on foot, horseback or by mountain bike. You can reach the Cansiglio forest from the picturesque medieval village of Serravalle, with its wealth of elegant historical Venetian buildings, which we recommend you visit.

The river Piave is considered “Sacred to our Homeland” due to the historical events that took place on its banks during World War I.
Its turbulent and tumultuous history saw times of great sorrow. It was the scene of violent battlesmand eventually became the front line of defence against Austrian and German troops, which, despite several attempts, failed to cross the river.
Nowadays, it is an exciting 220-kilometre route, for hikers or cyclists, which descends from the Dolomites to the sea, crossing an area rich in historical, artistic and scenic beauty.

In an atmosphere suspended between the sea and the land, the Venice Lagoon, listed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site, offers unspoilt routes on foot, by bike or by boat. Passing through islands, salt marshes, reed beds and small villages such as Lio Piccolo, you will discover fascinating places where time seems to stand still. Surrounded by a mystical silence, you can fully explore nature with all its extraordinary biodiversity, its fauna and flora featuring some rare species of animals and plants. In summer, you will be captivated by unforgettable sunsets and countless flocks of pink flamingos gathering alongside other waterfowl in the enchanting fishing valleys.
We suggest you explore the lagoon starting out from Treporti. Riding a bike from this location, you can also take a ferry to the bustling port of Chioggia and the picturesque island of Pellestrina.