Prosecco Hills Path: Stages, Itinerary, and Map

The path in the Prosecco lands embraces a magnificent area of Veneto territory that stretches from the municipalities of Vidor to Vittorio Veneto for a total of 51 kilometers through hills covered with vines in the pre-Alpine area of Treviso.

Here, grapes are grown and processed into one of Italy's best export products: Prosecco DOC.

With its enchanting landscapes, the area is ideal for excursions that lead to the discovery of local vineyards and wineries where one can understand the agricultural process and, of course, taste a good glass of original Prosecco in its birthplace.

Moreover, the entire area is beautiful to explore by following roads and paths that weave between medieval castles, rivers, and small lakes, ancient abbeys, and old mills.

The path in the Prosecco lands showcases the panoramic landscapes of the valleys of Mezzane, Val d'Illasi, Val Tramigna, and the Val d'Alpone in an area comprising 29 municipalities, such as those in the province of Treviso, Conegliano, Collabrigo, San Pietro di Feletto, Solighetto, Col San Martino, and Valdobbiadene, home to the renowned Prosecco Superiore DOCG.

The path is designed to promote slow and sustainable tourism in the area, combining nature, history, art, and culture, and consists of a collection of 40 thematic paths that traverse the landscapes of the Prosecco hills of Conegliano and Valdobbiadene, a UNESCO World Heritage site, covering a total of 51 km.

The route features a moderate technical difficulty suitable for hiking, with an elevation gain of 2,265 meters amidst steep slopes, gentle valleys rich in water, hills, and remnants of the Great War, including the fields where the final battle of Vittorio Veneto took place, on dirt paths that can be traversed on foot or by bike.

The path allows for traversing very picturesque natural landscapes characterized by the so-called "ciglioni," small vineyards arranged on grassy terraces surrounded by woods, between small villages and locations such as Colbertaldo, Col San Martino, the Vedette of Farra di Soligo, Premaor di Miane, the Three Bridges of Follina, and the area of Cison with Zuel di Qua and di Là, Arfanta, Tarzo, Nogarolo, and Serravalle.

Included in the historical and naturalistic itinerary of the Prosecco lands path, which connects the Prosecco hills of Conegliano and Valdobbiadene from west to east in 4 stages, is a pedestrian-bicycle walkway between the municipalities of Farra di Soligo and Follina, a small village in the Alta Marca Trevigiana.

The Prosecco path represents a fantastic opportunity to visit the hills now recognized as a UNESCO World Heritage site, with a slow journey at a leisurely pace, divided into four stages that allow for savoring the landscapes and products of the region.

The route includes some more challenging sections, such as the final part of Monte Comun and Monte Baldo, or a much simpler northern variant that passes through the towns of Fratta, Colmaggiore, and the southern part of Revine.

All walkers embarking on the route receive a credential on which stamps are affixed for each completed stage, plus a personalized final certificate.

The departure point of the path in the Prosecco lands is set in the municipality of Vidor and involves a 13 km route with an elevation of 550 m in the heart of the Marca Trevigiana, on a hill near the Piave River, amidst vineyards, ancient farmhouses, and historical remnants from the last century.

The characteristic village of Vidor boasts a historic center dotted with notable religious buildings such as the Abbey of Santa Bona, the Church dedicated to the Most Holy Name of Mary, and the Sanctuary of Madonna delle Grazie di Colbertaldo, an ancient structure that still attracts numerous pilgrims.

The second segment of the Prosecco Hills Path leads towards Follina with a route of 13 km and 450 m elevation gain through forests and vineyards.

The so-called Vedette Path, named after the military observation point on the Piave front, winds through the Prosecco hills from Col San Martino to Soligo and still features numerous remnants from the First World War fought in these areas.

The road connecting Gai to Rolle separates the two tiny towns of Zuel di Qua and Zuel di Là, surrounded by woods of imposing ancient chestnut trees and picturesque rural churches dedicated to Santa Eurosia and Santa Lucia.

The third stage of the path measures 13.5 km with 410 m elevation and starts from the charming village of Follina.

Awarded the coveted Orange Flag, Follina develops around the magnificent Cistercian Abbey of Santa Maria, which houses significant artworks and a splendid cloister where international concerts are held.

Thanks to its layout, Follina allows visitors to explore its historic buildings such as the Barberis Palace and to delve into fascinating paths immersed in nature on foot or by bike.

Follina is also known for its traditional art of wool and silk processing, for its hills covered with UNESCO-protected vineyards, and as an important stop on the Prosecco route.

The Prosecco path then traverses the areas of Arfanta, Tarzo, and Nogarolo and offers the possibility to avoid the more challenging sections by following the northern variant that continues through Fratta, Colmaggiore, and the southern part of Revine.

Among the cobbled streets of the villages of Tarzo, Fratta, and Colmaggiore, one can admire famous murals painted by various Venetian artists that illustrate popular traditions, history, and local folklore.

The trail continues alongside the two lakes of Santa Maria and San Giorgio between the municipalities of Revine Lago and Tarzo, whose natural fame is accompanied by legends such as that of the mysterious locomotive sunk in their waters by Austrians at the end of the Great War.

The 12.5 km and 250 m elevation gain between the municipalities of Tarzo and Vittorio Veneto constitute the route of the fourth and final section of the Prosecco Hills Path.

The trail runs along the lakes of Revine Lago and passes through the ancient village of Serravalle with its squares dotted with buildings dating back to the Serenissima Republic and hydraulic engineering works from the 16th century known as Meschietti. From here, a short walk can lead to the charming Sanctuary of Sant'Augusta.

The final stage of this splendid path is the important center of Vittorio Veneto, which became historic in the autumn of 1918 as the site of the fierce final battle between Italian and Austro-Hungarian troops in the First World War.