Our territory

There's so much to see around us: Padua is just few kilometers away, and Venice only a bit further. But our Region has much more to offer. Let us give you some very special hints.

Valsanzibio garden and maze

Valsanzibio is a beautiful 17th century garden, and a rare exemple of symbolic garden. It includes a complex system of fountains - all still working. Log in to their website.

Catajo Castle

Built between 1570 and 1578 for Pio Enea degli Obizzi (the field gun - "obice" in Italian - owes its name to him!). On the walls, frescoes by Gianbattista Zelotti. More information available here.

The Butterfly Arc and the Fairy Wood

Admire butterflies from all over the world flying in a large tropical garden! And walk through a magic wood of celtic and local legends. Find out more.

Este National Archaeological Musem

Nearby the castel, Mocenigo Palace hosts the permanent collection of Este Archaeological Museum. On display, finds from necropolis, cults and a hellenistic tomb with a funeral dowry of more then 100 items, including gold and silver jewels. More information available here.

Montagnana

One of the best preserved exemples of medieval walled town in Europe. To know more about Montagnana and the other walled towns around Padua, visit the website www.turismopadova.it.