The best traffic-free bike rides around San Giorgio Delle Pertiche

Immersed in the Trevigiano countryside, a short distance from Castelfranco Veneto, Villa Caprera is a splendid historic residence that perfectly embodies the charm and elegance of historic Venetian homes. Surrounded by a centuries-old park meticulously cared for, the villa stands out for its refined architecture and evocative interiors, where large frescoed halls tell stories of nobility and hospitality. This exceptional setting makes it one of the most sought-after locations in the area for organizing weddings, private events, and prestigious corporate meetings. The outdoor spaces, with tree-lined paths and picturesque views, offer a romantic and versatile backdrop, ideal for outdoor receptions and unforgettable photo shoots. Villa Caprera masterfully combines the tranquility of nature and historical prestige, guaranteeing a magical atmosphere and an exclusive experience just a stone's throw from the main cultural centers of the Veneto region.

The former Cocche station is located along the route of the Treviso-Ostiglia, the historic military railway, now transformed into one of the most spectacular cycle paths in the Veneto region. Situated in the territory of Vigasio, in the province of Verona, this station represented a fundamental rural hub for the transport of goods and people in the lower Veronese area. Today, the station building is an iconic stop for those travelling along the cycle path. The building retains the sober and functional style typical of early 20th-century railway infrastructure, immersed in the silence of the countryside. Its position along the green corridor of the Treviso-Ostiglia makes it a landmark for cycle tourists crossing the plain, offering a nostalgic glimpse of what was once called "the unfinished railway".

Safe routes for gravel running lovers, corroborated by unique countryside environments, poplar groves and small woods traversable via white roads and trails.

The former Badoere-Levada station is a fundamental stop on the Ostiglia-Treviso Cycle Route, located at a point where railway history meets one of the most unique architectures in the Veneto region. The structure reflects the typical style of the stations on the line, originally designed for strategic and commercial purposes, and today converted to welcome the flow of cycle tourists crossing the plain. A short distance from the route lies the famous Rotonda di Badoere, one of the most spectacular barchesse (rural mansions) in the region, which with its circular shape embraces the public space. The proximity between the former railway line and this eighteenth-century masterpiece makes the Badoere-Levada stop a perfect blend of the recovery of twentieth-century infrastructure and the enhancement of rural historical heritage.

The old Badoere railway station on the Treviso-Ostiglia cycle path.

The first section of the Treviso-Ostiglia cycle path entering the province of Padua.

The Treviso-Ostiglia cycle path is an exceptional example of railway reconversion, born on the track of a 20th-century military line. With its approximately 118 kilometers, it crosses the Veneto region to Lombardy, offering a flat route immersed in greenery. The route allows you to cycle in complete safety away from cars, passing from the Parco del Sile to the vast expanses of the Po Valley. The charm of the journey is enhanced by the old stations and railway houses that dot the path, witnesses of an industrial past perfectly integrated into nature. Thanks to its well-maintained surface, it is an ideal destination for families and cycle tourists who wish to discover historic villages and river oases, concluding the itinerary at the gates of Mantua, on the banks of the Po.

...A day that began under an unpromising sky had transformed into a short journey filled with authentic encounters and local experiences that deserve to be known and appreciated much more...