The best traffic-free bike rides around Abano Terme

The Ponte dell'Isola dell'Unione is the key infrastructure that unites Chioggia and Sottomarina, connecting the historicity of "Little Venice" to the vibrancy of its seaside soul. Crossing the lagoon, this bridge is not just a crucial communication route for vehicular and pedestrian traffic, but a true umbilical cord that transforms two distinct realities into a single urban organism. Strolling along its sidewalks, you can enjoy a spectacular view of the southern lagoon, with the moored boats, the distant casoni, and the unmistakable profiles of the two towns. For residents and tourists, it represents a suggestive transit point, particularly fascinating at sunset, when the lights reflect on the water, summarizing in a single glance the maritime, historical, and tourist essence of this unique territory.

One of the oldest garden complexes in Italy with ancient trees. Worth a visit for nature lovers.

The Villa Barbarigo Pizzoni Ardemani in Valsanzibio di Galzignano Terme is a Baroque masterpiece from the 17th century, world-renowned for its extraordinary historic garden, considered among the most important and intact in Europe. Designed by architect Luigi Bernini, the complex was created at the behest of the noble Venetian Barbarigo family as a solemn vow to God for having escaped the terrible plague of 1631. The park is not a simple ornamental work, but a true allegorical and spiritual path of purification. The visitor is invited to experience a journey of salvation that unfolds through scenic fountains, streams, fishponds, and over seventy statues rich in symbolism. The central and iconic element of the garden is the monumental labyrinth of centuries-old boxwood, one of the oldest and largest in the world, symbolizing the difficulties and redemption of the human soul.

The Benito Daga Bridge is a cycle-pedestrian bridge located in Padua, in a strategic river area near the headquarters of Canottieri Padova (south-west area of the city). ​The structure is named after Benito Daga (who passed away in 1991), a respected figure in Paduan and national sports, known for being an instructor and coach for the Italian national swimming team at the Paralympics. ​From a logistical point of view, the bridge represents a fundamental hub for the city's sustainable mobility: it connects the riverbanks of Brusegana and Bassanello, serving as a mandatory passage for runners, walkers, and cycle tourists. It is a key point for those who travel the famous river loops of Padua or join the cycle paths leading towards the Euganean Hills and along the Brentella Canal.

it's suggestive, but do it in the afternoon

It is the best-known image of the very famous villa.

A magical place in the heart of the Euganei Hills.

The Canal Vena is the most picturesque and vital waterway of Chioggia, often described as the city's "Grand Canal". What makes it unique are its nine bridges, each with its own history and physiognomy, connecting the side foundations and allowing passage between the alleys. The most majestic is undoubtedly the Ponte di Vigo, located at the northern end of the canal, towards the lagoon. Built of marble in 1685, it represents the monumental gateway to the city: with its imposing staircase and elegant decorations, it offers a spectacular view stretching from the canal to the nearby island of Pellestrina. The other eight bridges, such as the Ponte di San Giacomo or the Ponte Caneva, follow one another along the route, offering postcard-perfect glimpses between moored boats and historic markets. These crossings are not just architectural structures, but the beating heart of Chioggia life, where the Venetian atmosphere blends with the authenticity of the fishing village.