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Valpolicella: vineyards and famous wines
Valpolicella is a rich and fascinating land that will captivate you with its lush, indigenous vineyards stretching along the verdant hills and its celebrated fine wines known and appreciated throughout the world, such as Amarone and Recioto. A magical place where the landscape seems to have been painted by an artist, and every glass of wine is a sip of tradition and passion.

Adventure & Nature

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But Valpolicella also offers a rich history, and its ancient villages bear witness to this. It is also the perfect destination for lovers of nature and open-air adventures, thanks to the numerous CAI (Italian Alpine Club) trails that offer routes, on foot or by mountain bike, of different difficulty levels suitable for both expert hikers and those seeking a more leisurely walk. In addition to trekking, this generous land invites you to enjoy exciting experiences such as Quad bike excursions through breathtaking landscapes, Rafting adventures down the Adige river, and relaxing rounds of Golf surrounded by evocative landscapes.

The Wine Route: a journey through tastes and traditions

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The Wine Route is the queen of all experiences in Valpolicella. It is much more than a simple itinerary: it is a true journey through the flavours and aromas of an enchanted land, where history merges with legend and culture intertwines with nature.

A fascinating journey

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This fascinating route stretches across the majestic hills of the province of Verona, passing through landscapes of extraordinary beauty and inviting the traveller to discover picturesque villages, vineyards as far as the eye can see and ancient winemaking traditions that speak of passion and craftsmanship. Going beyond the route, this magical journey becomes a complete sensory experience, where wine, history, nature and culture come together in a tale of rare intensity, capable of leaving an indelible memory and an invitation to return in the hearts of those who travel it.

Along the Wine Route

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For about 80 kilometres, the Valpolicella Wine Road winds through rows of vines, historic farmhouses and centuries-old churches. Along this road you can breathe in an atmosphere that recalls the poetry of ancient times, where every corner tells a story and every taste of wine reveals the heart of this land.

Renowned wines and traditions Valpolicella

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It is here that the world-famous red wines of Valpolicella, such as Amarone, Recioto and Valpolicella Classico, come to life, encapsulating the dedication of generations of winegrowers. The numerous wine cellars along the route lend themselves to interesting guided tours. Here it will be possible to accompany the delicious wines with typical local products, such as extra virgin olive oil, salami and Monte Veronese, a typical local cheese.

San Giorgio: a timeless village

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Exploring the surrounding areas, we can stop at the hamlet of San Giorgio, a jewel that houses a Romanesque parish church, probably the heir of a pagan temple built by the ancient Arusnati, a population of Etruscan origin discovered thanks to the research of Scipione Maffei in the 18th century. Next to the parish church stretches an intact and evocative medieval cloister, which houses an archaeological park with remains dating back to the 4th century B.C. and a museum preserving precious prehistoric artefacts. San Giorgio, with its timeless charm, is part of the Club of the Most Beautiful Villages in Italy, a recognition that celebrates its unique beauty.

Fumane and the Prehistoric Cave

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On the slopes of the Lessini Mountains lies Fumane, from where one can access the Lessinia Natural Park. In this village, amidst castles and caves, you will find the Grotta di Fumane, a testimony to ancient human presence, dating back to Neanderthal man and the first Homo Sapiens. Among the treasures of this place is ‘The Shaman’, a stone painted with red ochre, one of the oldest works of rock art in Europe.

Molina Waterfall Park: a natural paradise

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A stone's throw from Fumane, in the quiet village of Molina, lies the Waterfall Park, a true natural paradise. Among sparkling waterfalls, crystal-clear lakes and mysterious caves, visitors can explore this corner of paradise, enriching their knowledge in the Botanical Museum dedicated to the local flora.

Negrar and the Poiega Garden

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Negrar, located in the easternmost part of Valpolicella, welcomes travellers with its enchanting landscape of vineyards and cherry orchards, crossed by the Progno torrent. Here is the Poiega Garden, designed in 1783 by Luigi Trezza, a wonderful example of an Italian garden that enchants with its elegant symmetry.

Sant'Anna d'Alfaedo and the Veja Bridge

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At Sant'Anna d'Alfaedo, the gateway to the vast area of the Lessini mountains, we continue to discover the architectural beauty of Valpolicella.
Here rises the Veja bridge, a natural Lessinia monument and an archaeological site of immense charm. A source of inspiration for many artists, including Andrea Mantegna, who reproduced it in one of his most beautiful works at the Ducal Palace in Mantua inside the Bridal Chamber.

Castelrotto: history and legends

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Our journey through Valpolicella continues to the Castelrotto hill, a place steeped in history and legends, where the Castle of the Lombard King Rotari stands. Although the traces of the hill take us back to even more ancient times, the Roman era has left indelible signs here of fortifications that tell of ancient battles and a tradition that crosses the centuries, evoking a past of mystery and glory.

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