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In the heart of the Euganean Hills, next top Padova, time stands still among ancient vines and breathtaking landscapes. Here, Cantina Salvin was born, characterized by a unique passion for winemaking. Experience an unforgettable journey through the vineyards, the cellar, and the aging barrels. Taste four of the winery's iconic wines, accompanied by local cheeses and cured meats. A sensory journey crafted by winemakers who uphold the winemaking tradition of native Venetian vines and explore the potential of red grape varieties. In the countryside, accompanied by oenological guides, you'll set off to discover the vineyards cultivated in pergola and Guyot styles. You'll walk among the estate's vines to understand where a quality product originates. In the cellar, we'll uncover the secrets of stainless steel processing, where all wines begin their fermentation. Next, we'll explore the oak barrels, each imparting unique characteristics to the wine. A passion for winemakers who meticulously search for the perfect tasting notes for each label. We will taste the wines that characterize the Euganean Hills area: Merlot, Cabernet Franc, and Cabernet Sauvignon. The tasting includes sparkling, white, and especially young and aged red wines. Book your tour and tasting and let yourself be enchanted by the magic of this extraordinary land.

Nestled in the enchanting Padua Hills, this olive mill tour offers a unique opportunity to experience the rich heritage of olive oil production. Located near the historic town of Arquà Petrarca, where the famous poet Francesco Petrarca once lived, the mill's story dates back to the 1700s. Originally founded by the Dogi Contarini at Villa Contarini, the mill was later moved to its current picturesque location in the 1960s. Here, surrounded by the stunning volcanic landscape of the Colli Euganei, visitors can explore the fascinating blend of tradition and innovation that defines this unique olive oil experience. The tour begins with a warm welcome and an introduction to the mill's captivating history. Walk through the estate and discover its origins as a small, mule-powered mill that has evolved into a modern facility. The mill still honors its roots with the original granite millstones and antique pressing methods, side by side with advanced cold extraction technologies. This unique combination ensures that every drop of extra virgin olive oil produced retains its authentic taste and nutritional qualities. Visitors will be guided through the entire olive oil production process, from the careful harvesting of olives from the organic groves on Monte Brecale and Monte Resino, to the traditional cold pressing and modern extraction methods used today. Learn how the volcanic soil of the Colli Euganei infuses the olives with a distinctive flavor, giving each variety of olive oil its unique character. Watch as the olives are cleaned, milled, and transformed into rich, fragrant oils using techniques that preserve their natural taste and quality. The highlight of the tour is the guided tasting session, where visitors can sample a range of exquisite extra virgin olive oils. Taste the distinct flavors of D.O.P. certified Veneto Euganei and Berici oils, organic varieties, and the special Rasara monocultivar, all served on freshly baked bread. The tasting is complemented by a selection of gourmet products, including black and green olive pâtés, basil pesto, sun-dried tomato pâté, and olives in brine. To enhance the experience, a glass of Serprino or Prosecco from the Colli Euganei is offered, allowing guests to discover the perfect pairings for these premium oils. The organic oil mill is deeply committed to sustainability and quality. The groves are cultivated according to strict organic and D.O.P. standards, ensuring that the highest quality olives are used in the production process. The mill also prioritizes environmental sustainability, utilizing renewable energy sources such as solar panels and biogas production, and practicing water recycling.. Whether you are a culinary enthusiast, a history buff, or simply looking for a unique way to spend the day, this olive mill tour offers something for everyone. With its stunning location, rich history, and delicious tastings, it’s the perfect experience for families, groups of friends, and couples.

With the Olive Oil & Wine Experience in the Euganean Hills we will take you to the heart of the hills where you will be immersed in a breathtaking panorama of olive groves and vineyards. We will visit an oil mill, where the young owners will show you the art of oil production and involve us in a delicious tasting of extra virgin olive oil (EVO). The second stage of the Olive Oil & Wine Experience in the Euganean Hills will take you to one of the best wine cellars in the Euganean Hills area. Here we’ll not only visit the winery with the barrel room and the vineyards, but also enjoy a fabulous wine tasting guided by the wineries worker or even the winemaker. In a word, you’ll travel with mind and taste from the white to red wines, all paired with local products as cheeses and/or cured meats. As well as the particular volcanic origin of the soil and the favourable climate of the Euganean Hills allow the cultivation of a variety of vines, not only autoctone but also international grapes find here their growth. Serprino, a local biotype of the Glera vine, is the “volcanic” version of Prosecco, then Pinot blanc, Garganega and Chardonnay are among the most common whites, not forgetting the presence of white Manzoni Bianco. Likewise the reds include the Bordeaux varieties Cabernet Franc, Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot and Carmènere. During the Olive Oil & Wine Experience in the Euganean Hills, thank to a walk through the vineyards, a visit to the barrel cellar and several wine tastings, you will follow the knowledgeable story of the winemaker who will guide you through the tasting process to capture all the expressions of his best wines.

By this experience we will discover the walled town Monselice. First we visit the Cini Castle, the completely furnished medieval castle of the town. A real “treasure chest” with ancient weapons, coffers, fine tapestries and splendid period furnishings from all over Italy. Step by step, you will listen the history of this fascinating place, discover how its ancient inhabitants lived and enjoy unexpected views of enchanting gardens. The Carraresi, the Scaligeri, the Visconti, the Este, are only some of the famous Seigniories that contended the Castle’s possession, whose spirits still seem to hunt in the rooms of the ancient manor. After that, the journey in the walled town Monselice continues by walking up Colle della Rocca, along what has been described as the most beautiful promenade in the Veneto region, via del Santuario, with its famous Seven Churches. Reminiscent of the Seven Basilicas of Rome, this walk is the only one who has the same meaning of the pilgrimage of Rome and is an unknown and curios destination for devotees from all over Europe. We will reach the top of the walk we’ll enjoy Villa Duodo, the Church of Saint George and last but not least the great panorama of the walled town Monselice from the top. Finally we will visit an oil mill, where the young owners will directly show you the art of oil production and involve us in a tasty tasting of extra virgin olive oil (EVO).

In this experience you will stay at the thermal pools in a resort in the Euganean Thermal basin. You will be in a resort settle in the center of the Regional Park of the Euganean Hills. The swimming pools are indoor and outdoor with 37° hot water. You will rediscover well-being, harmony with nature, and you will forget the stressful rhythms of everyday life. You can abandon yourself to the heat of the thermal waters, beneficial and regenerating, healing and relaxing. Surrounded by greenery, the outdoor swimming pools are equipped with hydromassage and Kneipp tubs, and are among the most characteristic and attractive in the entire Euganean Hills area. To complete your stay beautifully you will have an aperitif by the pool, alcholic or alchool free and some snacks.

We’ll discover one of the most beautiful medieval villages in Italy, grown at foot of Mount Piccolo and Mount Castello. Francesco Petrarca, one of the most famous Italian poets, made Arquà Petrarca his home. In this marvellous medieval village, we’ll visit Petrarch’s house and it’ll be motioning to look outside the windows of the house: we’ll be amazed by the beauty and sinuosity of the Euganean Hills, by which the poet was inspired at that époque. We can say his house is a pearl surrounded by this pretty medieval village, where the time seems to have stopped. Inside the rooms, we’ll admire the frescos of the XVth century and one of the successive owner, who all tried not to modify the house in order to keep the house as Petrarch it leaved. Arquà has been through the time a cradle of strong food and wine tradition. So we’ll discover it with, first, a visit in a well-known olive oil mill, where the oil producer will explain us his every day work and the process of production of olive oil. In the end, we’ll finish this visit with a guided tasting of olive oil of the Euganean Hills. We continue our experiential tour with the visit of the little enterprise of a producer of venetian delights: here we’ll have a tasting of liqueurs, the famouse Brodo di Giuggiole accompanied by the wise tale of the owner and producer.

Since ages vines and olive trees give products of eccelence in the Euganean Hills. With this Euganean Hills Oil and Wine experience we will visit both an oil mill, where the young owners will show us the art of oil production and a family-run winery for a visit to the barrel room and vineyard combined with some wine tasting. With the Olive Oil & Wine Experience in the Euganean Hills we will take you to the heart of the hills where you will be immersed in a breathtaking panorama of olive groves and vineyards. We will visit an oil mill, where the young owners will show you the art of oil production and involve us in a delicious tasting of extra virgin olive oil (EVO). The second stage of the Olive Oil & Wine Experience in the Euganean Hills will take you to one of the best wine cellars in the Euganean Hills area. Here we’ll not only visit the winery with the barrel room and the vineyards, but also enjoy a fabulous wine tasting guided by the wineries worker or even the winemaker. In a word, you’ll travel with mind and taste from the white to red wines, all paired with local products as cheeses and/or cured meats. As well as the particular volcanic origin of the soil and the favourable climate of the Euganean Hills allow the cultivation of a variety of vines, not only autoctone but also international grapes find here their growth. Serprino, a local biotype of the Glera vine, is the “volcanic” version of Prosecco, then Pinot blanc, Garganega and Chardonnay are among the most common whites, not forgetting the presence of white Manzoni Bianco. Likewise the reds include the Bordeaux varieties Cabernet Franc, Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot and Carmènere. During the Olive Oil & Wine Experience in the Euganean Hills, thank to a walk through the vineyards, a visit to the barrel cellar and several wine tastings, you will follow the knowledgeable story of the winemaker who will guide you through the tasting process to capture all the expressions of his best wines.

You will enter the heart of the Euganean Hills Regional Park to discover, thanks to a visit of two renowned wine cellars in the Euganean area, the best wine production in the area. In the Euganean lands, in fact, the particular volcanic origin of the soil and the good climate allow the cultivation of various grape varieties. White wines include Serprino (a biotype of the Glera vine), which can be called the ‘volcanic’ version of Prosecco; Pinot bianco; Garganega, Chardonnay and Manzoni. The local red wines include Cabernet Franc, Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot and Carmènere. During the walk through the vineyards, the visit to the barrel cellar and various wine tastings, you will listen to the knowledgeable story of the winemaker who will guide you through the tasting process to capture all the expressions of his best wines.