Location

Discover the history of "Marca Gioiosa", the hospitable and joyful land where Villa Toderini lies.

You can easily reach the delightful Venetians Villas, monuments of an ancient way of life where splendid architecture, art, and landscape bear the heritage of the past.

In the surrounding area do not miss visiting Villa Barbaro located in Maser, Villa Emo in Fanzolo, and Villa Zeno in Cessalto, masterpieces of Palladian architecture, XVII-century Villa Tiepolo Passi in Carbonera, Ca' Marcello in Levada di Piombino Dese, and Villa-Castello Giustinian in Roncade.

Among the routes offered by Villa Toderini, a visit to the nearby city of Venice is a must, easily reachable by car and train.

BY CAR: from Villa Toderini follow the signs to Conegliano and take the A27 motorway (pay-toll) in the direction of Venice, crossed the bridge "Ponte della Libertà",  follow the signs to Park Tronchetto.

BY TRAIN: from Villa Toderini drive to Conegliano, park the car near the railway station. During  day-time the trains to Venice leave nearly every hour: in 50 minutes you get the distance that separates Venice from Conegliano to the Station of Venezia Santa Lucia (last stop).

Piazza San Marco, the Doge's Palace, the Basilica of San Marco and the Rialto Bridge are the main sights for those visiting Venice for the first time. Our short itinerary starts from the railway station of Saint Lucia, as the majority of visitors arrive here.

In front of the railway station board on the ferries that navigate the Grand Canal to Piazza San Marco; along the way admire magnificent palaces, churches and "Ponte di Rialto".

In Piazza San Marco visit the Basilica of San Marco and the Doge's Palace; in the latter see the private apartments of the doge and the boardrooms of the Serenissima, and crossing "Ponte dei Sospiri" reach the old prisons.

The Basilica of San Marco, with its magnificent mosaics and the floor, is an unique example of Oriental architecture in Europe. Do take the elevator up the "Campanile".

Walk under the "Torre dell'Orologio" and along the Mercerie, famous shopping streets of Venice, to "Ponte di Rialto";  to return to the station choose between the ferry back to Santa Lucia or walk along the canals.

Return to Villa Toderini.

Villa Toderini is the starting point for visiting the sites of artistic interest in the surroundings.

Treviso

The ancient city wall has preserved a medieval town, rich in romantic spots, water mills and pretty squares.

Visit the church of San Nicolò, one of the most Italian Gothic important buildings. Tomaso da Modena painted the frescoes on the huge round pillars. In the nearby convent, discover a beautiful cloister and the Chapter House with the famous portrait of a monk with glasses. 

Along Via Angelo Garbizza reach the Cathedral of Treviso in Piazza Duomo.  The Baptistery , Crypt, and Bell Tower witness its medieval origins, but the facade and the inside are neoclassical. The dome houses the altarpiece "The Annunciation" (1517) by Titian (Tiziano Vecellio). 

Walk along  Calmaggiore with numerous shops and get to Piazza dei Signori, the heart of the historic center of Treviso. The most important building in the square is Palazzo dei Trecento, built in 1210, home to the Grand Council.

Behind Piazza dei Signori and Piazza San Vito  reach the river island, the "Pescheria", where takes place daily the fish market.

On river Cagnan, from the fish market, take Via San Parisio to the church of San Francesco, where are buried  Peter, son of Dante Alighieri  and  Francesca, daughter of Francesco Petrarca, and under neath admire the frescoes by Tomaso da Modena.

From here, walk to Porta St. Thomas looking North towards  the Alps.

Castelfranco Veneto

Fortified medieval town, surrounded by brick walls and five towers still in good condition. The fortress was built in the twelfth century by  the town of Treviso for protection against powerful Padua;  was conquered in 1246 by Ezzelino IV da Romano of Vicenza, and subsequently in 1329 by Can Grande della Scala of Verona.

The birthplace of the Renaissance painter Giorgione (1478-1510) is located to the left of the cathedral where you can admire his masterpiece "Pala di Castelfranco", altarpiece with  Madonna between  Saints Francis and Liberal.

Asolo

Asolo is known as the "Pearl of the province of Treviso" for its panoramic position on the hills .. Many famous people have a home in Asolo used as a source of inspiration and relaxation. Asolo is still a haven for romantics with its beautiful streets and fragrant gardens that are background to a breathtaking mountain scenery.

To see Piazza Maggiore with beautiful Renaissance fountain, Via Robert Browning with frescoes dating back to the XV century, the Museum of the Palace of Reason, the Castle of Caterina Cornaro (now Eleonora Duse Theatre), and the ruins of the twelfth-century fortress Rocca.

Conegliano 

The pretty town of Conegliano sits on a hill below the castle that dominates; it is the birthplace of the Renaissance painter Giambattista Cima (1460-1517), to whom the most important square of the historical center is dedicated.

Inside the cathedral you can see the altarpiece "Madonna Enthroned with Child" by Giambattista Cima. Behind the cathedral stands the birthplace of  Cima, now a museum which houses replicas of his works. From Square Cima along a narrow path reach the Castle Tower from which you can enjoy a magnificent view over the plains and hills.

Oderzo

Ancient Roman town, an important center for trade and agriculture through a waterway that put it in communication with the Adriatic Sea. Today in the centre you can see the Roman ruins and the archaeological museum.

The magnificent thirteenth-century cathedral, in the main square, was built on the ruins of an ancient castle. Inside, admire several paintings including those by Pomponio Amalteo (sixteenth century), by Palma il Giovane, and the "Madonna and Child" by Bellunello (1477). Torresin, ancient clock tower, was restored in 1930, and overlooks the palaces and portici of Via Umberto I.

Walk to Piazza Castello to see the elegant Rinascimental Palace of Porcia and Brugnera.

The Art Gallery "Alberto Martini" hosts the most important works of the artist in Palazzo Contarini-Foscolo.

Possagno

Birthplace of the famous sculptor Antonio Canova (1757-1822), leading exponent of Italian classicism. His works sought by popes and nobles from all over Europe forced the artist to create a series-production model and, therefore, statues and sculptures are scattered around the world.

Possagno is dominated by the Temple of Canova, whose interior is decorated with busts and sculptures by the artist. After his death, it became Canova's burial place. Do not miss a visit to the Museo Canova Plaster Cast Gallery (project by Carlo Scarpa) which houses his models plaster and the House Canova, home of birth and death of Antonio Canova.

Vittorio Veneto

Originally divided in two, Ceneda and Serravalle, in 1866 was unified and named Vittorio Veneto after King Vittorio Emanuele II. The town earned historical fame at the end of World War I when the Italians defeated the Austrian army in the memorable battle of November 4, 1918. Documents and artefacts celebrating this day are stored at the Museo della Battaglia in the Loggia Cenedese.

In Serravalle reach Piazza Flaminio with Loggia Serravalle, decorated with coats of arms, and the Museo del Cenedese. Inside the cathedral of Santa Maria Nova admire the altarpiece "Holy Virgin between St. Peter and Andrew" by Titian (Tiziano Vecellio). From the Museo della Battaglia get to the Castle of San Martino, today  Bishop's See.

Starting from Villa Toderini.

From Villa Toderini reach Conegliano; there the Wine Route begins  at the historic Wine Institute "Cerletti",  heading  towards Collabrigo, where you can enjoy a splendid view of the surrounding hills.

Along  Rua Feletto arrive in  San Pietro di Feletto: don't miss a visit to the parish church of the twelfth-century in  elegant Romanic style. A short detour to Refrontolo leads to the enchanting Molinetto della Croda, embedded in the rock.

Then head to Solighetto where  eighteenth-century Villa Brandolini houses the Consortium of Prosecco Conegliano Valdobbiadene DOCG. From the hill of St. Gallo you can enjoy an amazing view of the Piave valley.

Once in Col San Martino, past Farra di Soligo, visit the little church of St. Vigilio and the medieval Towers of Credazzo. In  Colbertaldo also admire the old "Casere", barns and sheds.

The "cru" of the DOCG Prosecco is the "Cartizze" area, which produces the homonymous sparkling wine. After St. Stefano  and St. Pietro di  Barbozza arrive on the main square of Valdobbiadene surrounded by neoclassical buildings; not far is Villa dei Cedri, home of the  Sparkling Wines of Italy and Altamarca Forum.

From Valdobbiadene drive  back towards Guia, take the road SP 123 in the direction Campea and reach Pedeguarda; then up towards Farrò where you enjoy the view of Rolle.

Pass Arfanta and follow the road for Tarzo, Corbanese, Cozzuolo, Carpesica and Ogliano, all ancient villages in an untouched  landscape.

Return to Villa Toderini.

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Just in 40 minutes far from Villa Toderini  reach the hills of Valdobbiadene, where you can walk or cycle on the Ring of Prosecco, a lovely nature trail  about 10 km long, between the villages of San Pietro di Barbozza, St. Stefano, and Saccol.

The Consortium Pro Loco di Valdobbiadene organizes, form March to October, guided tours for visitors,  giving them the opportunity to visit wineries and taste typical food products, and admire spectacular vineyards, many shrines, churches and sights along  the "Cartizze" area prospecting  the plains to the south and the mountains to the north.

Lenght: 8 Km.

Total uphill: 435 meters

Level of difficulty: medium

Best time: year-round

Traced by: Consorzio Pro Loco del Valdobbiadenese   tel.  +39 (0)423 976975

Timing: 45 minutes (bike) 2 hours (nordic walking)

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You'll want to try out your golf game in the challenging courses around Villa Toderini and enjoy the cultural and food and wine events.

GOLF CLUB CANSIGLIO

(18 holes Par 71)  about 40 minutes by car.

Golf Club Cansiglio was founded in 1956 on a project by celebrated architect Robert Trent Jones Sr. and later enlarged to 18 holes thanks to the effort of architect Marco Croze. Of the courses in Veneto, it is the one at the highest altitude, with its natural turf winding through the pine trees and mountain pastures. Climate at this height is always refreshing and provides cool air even in the summer months.

GOLF CLUB CASTEL D'AVIANO

Aviano -  (18 holes Par 71) about 40 minutes by car.

GOLF CLUB VILLA CONDULMER

Mogliano Veneto  - (18 holes Par 71) about 40 minutes by car.

GOLF CLUB CA AMATA

Castelfranco Veneto - (9 holes Par 36) about 60 minutes by car.

ASOLO GOLF CLUB

Asolo  (18 holes Par 72 and 9 holes Par 36) about 60 minutes by car.

At McArthurGlen Veneto Designer Outlet, just 30 minutes from Villa Toderini in Noventa di Piave, you can experience shopping at its best in over 120 boutiques.

Find your favourite designer brands on sale all year round, with further reductions throughout seasonal sales, and enjoy a break at one of the many cafes or restaurants.

Every year, from March to October, we offer delightful excursions and mini-cruises by boat, sailing between the Venetian Villas of the Riviera del Brenta.

I Battelli del Brenta® is a group of panoramic boats and motorboats, sailing on the Riviera del Brenta, from Padua in the direction of Venice and vice versa, between art and history, along the streets of the ancient Venetian burchielli of the 18th century.

The Burchiello was a typical Venetian passenger transport boat, with a large wooden cabin, with three or four balconies, finely crafted and decorated. The burchielli were used by the wealthiest Venetian classes to reach their villas in the countryside from the city.

As in the past, even today Il Burchiello®, which has become a major tourist service, traces the Riviera del Brenta from Padua to Venice and back again; it is a modern and comfortable boat, equipped with a cabin with comfortable sofas, a panoramic deck that allows passengers maximum visibility, air conditioning, bars and toilets

In addition to the Burchiello, other boats sail along the Riviera del Brenta: some are modern, metal boats, others are traditional wooden vessels. Heirs to ancient traditions, these modern, comfortable vessels ply the waters of the Brenta at a leisurely pace, while guides on board illustrate the history, culture and art witnessed by the Brenta Villas.