Noventa Di Piave: Culture and Routes along the Piave

If you are looking for a hotel in Noventa Di Piave, cultural history and routes along the Piave can offer different ways to shape your stay. These include historical finds in the area of the former Church of San Mauro Martire, works of art in the current parish church, the Parco Fluviale on the site of the ancient river port, and opportunities for walking and cycling. The themes differ in their historical periods and formats: from church art to a walk between farmland and river, and a route through several municipalities.

Historical Layers and Church Art

Excavations carried out between 1979 and 1981 uncovered a complex dating from Roman times, the Middle Ages and the Renaissance in the area of the former Church of San Mauro Martire. The dates refer to the period of the excavations; the three eras place the uncovered complex in its historical context. Anyone interested in the history of the town will find a span of time here that goes beyond a single historical period.

The present-day parish church of San Mauro Martire was completed in 1923 to a design by Professor Possamai and architect Rupolo. The church contains a fresco by Tiburzio Donadon depicting the Triumph of the Immaculate among angels and the four Evangelists. It also houses a processional cross from the late 14th century, considered one of the most significant works of art in Veneto. The fresco and the cross offer different points of interest: one depicts a religious subject, while the other is a historical art object dating to the late Middle Ages.

The Parco Fluviale and the Former River Port

The Parco Fluviale is located on the site of the ancient river port of Noventa Di Piave. From the town centre, you can reach the park through an underpass in the embankment, locally known as the “tunnel.” This connects the area’s historical significance with practical directions: the former river port marks the park’s historical context, while the underpass describes how to access it from the town centre. The park thus complements the church history and art with its own connection to the history of the river.

Walking Routes and Nature Experiences

Il Pendolino’s “Sentiero natura” offers a walk of about 2 km between farmland and the Piave River. The approximate distance gives you a practical reference for planning; the landscape between fields and river defines the character of this walk.

The “Percorso BIM Basso Piave” offers a route over a different area: this walking and cycling path follows the lower course of the Piave through Noventa Di Piave, as well as Fossalta di Piave, Musile di Piave, San Donà di Piave, Jesolo and Eraclea. The route can be used for walking or cycling in your free time. Its regulations were adopted in 2019.

The two routes offer different ways to plan your visit: the “Sentiero natura” is described as a walk of about 2 km between farmland and the Piave, while the “Percorso BIM Basso Piave” focuses on a route through several municipalities that can be used on foot or by bicycle. This lets you compare the options according to the type of route you want, without treating them as the same route.

At the Centro Didattico Naturalistico Il Pendolino, visitors can take a guided tour of the diorama room on waterways, along with related workshop activities. Alternatively, a route through the landscape along the lower course of the Piave is possible. The activities have different focuses: the tour and workshops explore waterways, while the alternative route takes you outdoors along the river. Activities are offered by reservation.

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