Wine hiking in the Prosecco hills

You arrive in Vittorio Veneto at the foot of the Dolomites in northern Italy. The city is known for the decisive battle of World War I but also for its charming historic city center. It consists of two districts: Serravalle and Ceneda, both with cobblestone streets, medieval buildings and lively piazzas where you can enjoy watching the local life with a Spritz in front of you. Take a walk among Gothic palaces in Serravalle or visit the cathedral in Ceneda. The area is surrounded by vineyards and forms the gateway to the Prosecco hills.

After breakfast, the long-awaited hike through the rolling Prosecco hills begins. The trail goes through vineyards and rural farms where wineries often offer drop-in tastings. Along the way, beautiful views of the wine landscape open up. Today's destination is the spectacular Caglieron caves where walkways lead through sandstone caves and past small waterfalls in a lush forest environment. The hike combines nature experiences, culture and wine tradition.

You leave Vittorio Veneto and hike up into the Prosecco hills. The path goes through vineyards and small farms where work in the vineyards characterizes the landscape. The higher you go, the more the view opens up over hills and small villages. Be sure to stop at a local winery for a glass of prosecco and regional specialties. The day ends in little Arfanta, a peaceful village beautifully situated among the vineyards.

Today's circular hike begins and ends in Arfanta and goes through a patchwork of vineyards, olive trees and farms. The view stretches across the hills and all the way up to the Dolomites. The hike leads down to Molinetto della Croda, a well-preserved water mill from the 17th century located by a waterfall, like something from a fairy tale. The idyllic setting makes the place one of the region's most photographed attractions before you return to Arfanta.

The hike continues through the UNESCO-protected landscape with views over hills, small chapels and rural houses. The trail winds through olive groves and flowering meadows. You pass vineyards where the scent of fermenting grapes fills the air during harvest season. Towards the end of the day, the trail descends to Pieve di Soligo, a lively town with elegant architecture, cathedral and a pleasant walk along the river.

Today's stage goes straight through the heart of the Prosecco region. From the city center of Pieve di Soligo, you follow trails through vineyards and small villages where life still revolves around wine production. Along the way you pass churches and rural farms that give a sense of the region's history. The stage ends in Col San Martino, known for its characteristic bell tower and its views over the terraced vineyards.

The last hiking day goes through the heart of the most distinguished region, Prosecco Superiore DOCG, towards the wine capital Valdobbiadene. You hike over gentle hills covered with carefully tended vineyards. Along the way you pass small villages and historic chapels, including the Romanesque San Vigilio. Family-run wineries often offer tastings. When you reach Valdobbiadene, lively piazzas, restaurants and some of the region's most prestigious wine producers await.

After breakfast, the trip ends in Valdobbiadene. If you wish, you can extend your stay and continue exploring the region's wineries, small villages and hiking trails in the Prosecco landscape.