Discovering the Valpolicella Wine Route on Foot

Valpolicella is the perfect destination for slow tourism, far from stress, where walking becomes a fascinating discovery full of surprises.

Discover the Valpolicella through the paths that run through it, experience our territory by discovering its hidden landscapes, beautiful villas and imposing churches, and also have the opportunity to taste the products it offers!

This is a unique territory that brings together history, culture, traditions and typical products.

During your walks you will come across numerous Veneto villas, some of which you can only admire from the outside, but others you can visit.

Visiting one of the Venetian villas is an experience not to be overlooked; strolling through the parks, walking among sumptuous corridors and spacious salons, you will relive the majesty of times gone by. In addition to the possibility of enjoying exciting views, Valpolicella is also the right destination to taste some excellent gastronomic specialities.

Wine, which of course takes pride of place, is the territory's best known product. Visiting one of the numerous production cellars is really interesting to discover the unique characteristics of the local wines.

But you should also not miss the opportunity to taste other local products, such as cheese, oil, truffles and their typical dishes. There are numerous small producers who will introduce you to their products, telling you legends and production techniques, and when you go to one of the area's restaurants, which use local raw materials, you will discover the right combination of food and territory.

There are numerous signposted routes suitable for different types of walker, ranging from walks along the valley floor that are also suitable for children, to the more demanding trekking around the municipality of Sant'Anna d'Alfaedo.

• NEGRAR

Discover three itineraries that are easy to follow on foot, taking you to visit the main points of interest in the historic centre of Negrar di Valpolicella, as well as the most fascinating places on the east and west sides of the valley.

[Find out more by clicking here].

An ideal itinerary for families and children, which will make you fall in love with the vineyards of Amarone and the villas rich in history and culture.

[Find out more by clicking here].

Follow paths that will lead you to discover the lesser-known places in Negrar and Valpolicella, exploring districts that seem to have come out of another era.

[Find out more by clicking here].

• SAN PIETRO IN CARIANO

A circular route of almost 9 km that will let you discover villas and enchanting places. Accessible all year round, it is composed of 70% asphalt and 30% gravel.

[Find out more by clicking here].

• SANT'AMBROGIO DI VALPOLICELLA

Discover an area rich in history, culture and traditions, with typical products, Venetian villas, churches, Austrian fortifications, nature trails, wineries and top restaurants. The nature trails pass through varied environments: springs, streams, fountains, the Adige river, heights overlooking Lake Garda, vineyards, olive groves, cherry orchards, forests and stone quarries.

[Find out more by clicking here].

• PESCANTINA

Two routes to be taken on foot or by mountain bike along the left bank of the Adige, along paths and dirt roads. The landscape is multifaceted and, in the more isolated stretches, maintains the original ecological balance intact.

[Find out more by clicking here].

• SANT'ANNA D'ALFAEDO

The surroundings of Sant'Anna d'Alfaedo offer numerous opportunities for suggestive walks and excursions.

[Find out more by clicking here].

A light hike through woods, pastures and caves in the peaks of western Lessinia. Enjoy the pure mountain air and stop for a typical lunch in one of the many malghe (shepherd's huts) in the area.

[Find out more by clicking here].

• FUMANE

Six routes to discover Fumane, a municipality with a great variety of landscapes: vineyards, olive groves and pine forests in the lower part, cherry orchards and orchards on the hills, and woods and meadows in the mountain areas.

[Find out more by clicking here].

• DOLCÈ

Six itineraries designed to make the most of the area's resources, including a guide to the new cycle path from Volargne to Borghetto d'Avio, perfect for lovers of nature and outdoor activities.

[Find out more by clicking here].