Small, quaint, warm and captivating. Castelfranco Veneto is a little, walled city in the Veneto less than an hour's drive from Vicenza. With a historic city centre that's surrounded by high defensive walls, it's a lovely place to spend a few hours wandering around and soaking up a slice of local Italian life. Take the time to make a little pitstop at Castelfranco Veneto, we guarantee you won't be disappointed! Medieval Walls Take a walk back in time and venture around the historic walls of this town. The fortress that surrounds the main part of the city is actually quite small, made up of just a few streets. These medieval walls are typical of areas in the Veneto and date all the way back to the Middle Ages - and the ones protecting Castelfranco Veneto have been extremely well preserved. The Duomo Naturally, at the heart of Castelfranco Veneto's historic centre lies the town's cathedral. The Duomo is both a simultaneously delicate and strong structure, which sits beautifully behind the town hall. Dating all the way back to the 18th century, the church is must visit for history and architecture lovers. The most famous attraction at the Duomo has got to be the altarpiece by famous Renaissance artist Giorgione. Affectionately known as "Big George", his renowned artworks made him the golden boy of Castelfranco Veneto. Head on down to the piazza and you'll even find a statue built in his honour overlooking the square. Teatro Accademico Just opposite the Duomo is another Castelfranco Veneto building that will take your breath away. The Teatro Accademico is a small theatre that was built during the age of Enlightenment. Originally, the space hosted scientific and philosophical debates back in the day but is now a great place to watch a play or listen to a music
Small, quaint, warm and captivating. Castelfranco Veneto is a little, walled city in the Veneto less than an hour’s drive from Vicenza. With a historic city centre that’s surrounded by high defensive walls, it’s a lovely place to spend a few hours wandering around and soaking up a slice of local Italian life. Take the time to make a little pitstop at Castelfranco Veneto, we guarantee you won’t be disappointed!
