Settimo: Historic Villas and River Landscape
Accommodation in Settimo
If you are looking for a hotel in Settimo, it helps to start by looking at the themes that define the town: villas dating back several centuries, centuries-old houses in the Porto district, and a river landscape with a riverside route. Local history and architecture are a main focus; the river and its paths add a scenic dimension. This combination gives you a concrete basis for deciding whether Settimo suits your travel interests.
Settimo’s History and Historic Villas
The name Settimo derives from the seventh Roman milestone. Between the 16th and 18th centuries, several aristocratic families from Verona chose the town as a holiday destination. The origin of the name and the town’s history as a holiday destination point to different periods: one connection leads back to the Roman milestone, while the other recalls the centuries when Veronese aristocratic families chose Settimo as a place for holidays. The distinctive Porto district is home to centuries-old houses. Settimo’s history thus spans its name, its role as a holiday destination, and a district with old buildings.
The Villa Bertoldi complex dates from the 17th century and acquired its present appearance in the 18th century. This allows its origins to be distinguished chronologically from its later development. An irrigation canal crosses the villa’s Brolo garden; the structure is supported by about twenty brick pillars and brick arches. The complex’s development over time and the canal’s construction offer two perspectives: architectural history and a specific example of engineering in the landscape. Villa Bertoldi also hosts concerts and events of artistic interest. If such events are important to you, check the current schedule before your trip.
Villa Sparavieri is a 15th- and 16th-century building featuring a portico and an elegant columned loggia. Villa Vascone-Bricci, now Villa Manni, has stone staircases on both façades, side wings, porticoes and dovecotes. The villas offer different architectural highlights: at Sparavieri, the focus is on its period, portico and columned loggia; Villa Manni is distinguished by the staircases on both façades and other architectural features. Villa Morando, also known as La Colombina, is located in Nassar-Settimo on the banks of the River Adige.
River Landscape and Routes
The Sentiero di Maria hiking trail passes through Settimo. The riverside route runs through a natural river landscape; in some sections, the original cobblestones of the Strada Alzaia are visible. The two routes offer different points of reference for planning: the Sentiero di Maria is specifically notable for its course through Settimo, while the riverside route stands out for its river landscape and preserved stretches of paving. If you choose routes based on their character, you can consider this walk through the town and the scenic riverside path as distinct options.
Buglioni is listed as a wine shop at Via Enzo Natta 40, 37026 Settimo di Pescantina VR. Check the current opening hours before visiting.
Discover more destinations: Mazzano, Cologna Veneta, ColĂ , Stra, Ronco All'adige, Caselle Di Sommacampagna, Cavalcaselle, Pesina.
For the overview of the wider area: Verona.
