Autumn is the season of new beginnings, of calm and color. As summer begins to draw to a close, the wind picks up, temperatures drop slightly and become milder, and the treetops are tinged with a thousand colors and hues, accentuated by the most intense sunsets. Autumn itself is a season that enthralls many nature lovers and others.
Even those who want to escape the summer frenzy and treat themselves to a short break between September, October, or November can find not only a quieter time for their holidays, but also plenty of ideas for nature excursions, walks along trails, but also visits to cities, walks through villages, and photographs of the warm, enveloping colors typical of autumn.
Veneto has everything you need for your next autumn getaway: a weekend in Padua, Verona, Venice, or Vicenza to discover the most beautiful cities in Veneto during this fascinating season, allowing you to set off and explore the surrounding area at your leisure, enjoying nature, exercise, relaxation, and adventure all in one region.
Discover our short-term apartment rental that allow you to stay in the main Veneto cities and explore the most beautiful attractions, locations, and beauties that light up with color during autumn.
The Path of the Big Trees in Recoaro Terme
In the province of Vicenza, there's a beautiful hike with a charming name. This trekking route is suitable for the whole family and is perfect for those who love nature in all its facets. The Big Trees stand imposingly like guardians of the forest, allowing you to walk along a wonderful trail and enjoy a forest bathing experience that rejuvenates all the senses and rejuvenates both body and mind. We are immersed in the spectacular scenery of the Venetian Prealps, and the trail leads from Recoaro 1000 to the Battisti alla Gazza Refuge, a 12-kilometer one-way walk with a return trip along the same trail.
The Big Trees Trail seems like something out of a fairytale: a magical experience that will take you into the wildest and most majestic nature of the Venetian Prealps, with beech and fir forests offering unique shades of color. The refuge is perfect for a quality lunch break, and you can also visit the Ecomuseum of the Great War of the Vicenza Prealps located here for a complete experience. At the end of the trail, you can pass through the beautiful town of Recoaro Terme before returning to your apartment in Vicenza and enjoying a healthy, well-deserved rest.
Lake Coldai in Alleghe
We're in Alleghe , in the province of Belluno , offering an experience for the more adventurous and trekking enthusiasts , one of the most beautiful hikes in the Veneto Dolomites. There are many ways to reach this picturesque lake nestled between the peaks, including via cable car, but the classic route starts from Piani di Pezzè and takes about 2 hours and 20 minutes each way, with a total elevation gain of about 600 meters. After gathering information in Alleghe, we set off on trail number 564, which climbs steeply along the ski slope.
You reach Malga Pioda at 1,816 meters, then take trail 556 to Lake Coldai and reach the refuge at 2,132 meters. A truly beautiful landscape will unfold before your eyes: this trekking route is quite challenging but rewards you with its beauty, the trees reflected in the lake giving a sense of infinity and wonder. Good weather is a must, however, so it's best to set out carefully checking the forecast.
Euganean Hills
Not only the high mountains, but also the Euganean Hills are awash with color thanks to the madness of autumn. In particular, you could embark on an autumnal trek along theAnello del Monte Venda, about 7 km long, to admire the changing leaves of centuries-old chestnut trees, olive groves, and fields cultivated by the local farmers.
During your trek, you'll stumble upon some unmissable gems, including the ruins of the Olivetan Monastery. At the end of the day, after photographing the forest's carpet of leaves, you can return to your cozy, warm apartment in Padua to relax.
Lessini Mountains: the Eagle's Horn
If you're looking to spend an autumn weekend in Verona, its province offers the chance to admire truly evocative foliage. The Corno d'Aquilo trek is perfect for spending a day in a forest of hornbeam, chestnut, beech, and oak trees before reaching the summit of Corno d'Aquilo on the border between Veneto and Trentino-Alto Adige. Here, you'll be treated to not only a panoramic view of the Lessini Mountains but also a breathtaking view of Lake Garda.
In short, a trek that can be done in any season and which starts from Contrada Tommasi for a very short distance, just 3 km, but certainly an experience not to be missed for true foliage lovers.
Staying in Verona allows you to explore the surrounding areas independently by car, perhaps even visiting the famous villages overlooking the Venetian shore of Lake Garda out of season.
Sleep and dream in Veneto
With an independent apartment in Veneto, you can prepare yourself for a pleasant experience in any season, but especially in autumn, you can appreciate the wonder of the most touristy cities emptying out, while the daily life of the locals becomes more normal and calm, the narrow streets of cities changing appearance and preparing for winter.
A nice walk in nature, in a location not far from the city, offers a pleasant break from returning to work, rejuvenating your body and mind, and deeply relaxing you. We bet you'll carry the sound of your footsteps on the carpet of leaves, the chirping of birds preparing for winter, into your sleep, and from your comfortable bed at home you'll be able to dream of the wonders of the Veneto region as they resume their journey in this new, fascinating season.
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