De Ricardo, Valdobbiadene

National GeographicOct 5

What to Do in Italy's Prosecco Region—Beyond the Wine

Famed for its sparkling wine, Italy’s Prosecco region offers superb hill walks, hearty Italian food and characterful hotels with views over the vines.

Craft beer bar with sharing platters and sandwiches.

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De RicardoRestaurantCraft beer bar with sharing platters and sandwiches.
Municipio 1815HotelHotel base for walkers with vineyard views.
La Bottega del ProseccoMarketProsecco shop with bottles from small, organic vineyards.
L’Osteria Senz’OstePlaceVending machine selling bottles of prosecco.
Elsewhere
La FiadoraSightFollina, ItalyHistoric waterway, powerhouse of Follina’s wool industry.
Grotto of the MadonnaSightFollina, ItalyLittle shrine tucked under the trees.
Castello di CollaltoSightSusegana, ItalyAtmospheric 12th-century castle ruins with church and bell tower.
Molinetto della CrodaSightRefrontolo, ItalyRestored 17th-century mill by a waterfall.
Cammino delle Colline del Prosecco di Conegliano e ValdobbiadeneTrailVidor, Italy32-mile trail through the vineyard region.
Corte del MedàRestaurantPieve di Soligo, ItalyCellar restaurant serving tagliatelle and rabbit with polenta.
Ristoro CollagùRestaurantFollina, ItalyServes simple plates with homemade salami and Sopressa.
CastelBrandoHotelCison dal Valmarino, ItalyStay in one of Europe’s largest, oldest castles.
Hotel ContaHotelPieve di Soligo, ItalyHomely hotel with a bar tasting local prosecco.
Dolci SinfonieIce cream shopPieve di Soligo, ItalyLocals' favourite ice cream shop.

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What to Do in Italy's Prosecco Region—Beyond the Wine