River tourism
Travelling along the water
Veneto is not only spectacular mountains and unique cities of art: it is also a land of rivers, which for centuries have shaped the landscape and created routes to be enjoyed at a slow pace. Sailing, cycling along the towpaths, stopping in small villages or discovering natural oases: river tourism is an authentic way to get to know the area from a different perspective.
The Brenta connects Padua and Venice, a river that over the centuries has been chosen by noble families as a holiday destination. Today, you can discover the famous Venetian Villas along the Brenta Riviera aboard traditional boats, reliving the atmosphere of journeys of the past. A journey that combines art, history and gastronomy.
The Piave is synonymous with historical memory, but also with nature and outdoor activities. Between the Dolomites and the plains, its course offers cycle paths, embankments to explore on foot, nature areas and itineraries that tell the story of the Great War. A river that combines landscapes and history.
It flows placidly between Treviso and the Venice Lagoon and is ideal for those who love slow tourism. The Sile Regional Nature Park protects a unique environment, with mills, wildlife oases and cycle paths such as the Greenway del Sile, which takes visitors to the gates of the lagoon.
The second longest river in Italy, the Adige flows through Verona, a land of wine and history. Along its banks, cycle paths connecting Trentino and Veneto alternate with ancient fortifications, cultivated fields and characteristic villages. Perfect for cycling or day trips combining nature and culture.
Italy's largest river flows into the Veneto region in the picturesque Po Delta, a labyrinth of canals, lagoons and islets that forms a UNESCO Biosphere Reserve. Here you can explore by boat, bike or on foot, discovering flamingos, herons and an extraordinary ecosystem. It is a form of tourism that combines unspoilt nature and maritime tradition.
