📷 Photo by VJ Von Art on UnsplashPalladian villas and the Prosecco hills
Vicenza and Palladio’s villas, the covered bridge of Bassano, hill-town Asolo and the steep vineyards of Valdobbiadene and Conegliano.
- Distance
- approx. 106 km (66 mi)
- Driving
- 1 h 28 min
- Suggested days
- 3
- Stops
- 8
- Countries
- Italy
- Best time to go
- May–June and August–September
- Tolls and vignettes
- ≈ €6
- Updated
- September 17, 2026
At a glance: 3-day road trip of about 106 km (66 mi) with 8 stops, from Vicenza to Conegliano. About 1 h 28 min of driving in total. Best time to go: May–June and August–September. Tolls and vignettes for a car: about €6 (Italy).
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Route description
Vicenza is Palladio’s city: see the Basilica Palladiana and the Teatro Olimpico in the centre, then drive a few minutes south to Villa La Rotonda. Check its opening days before planning around it, as they are limited.
The SS248 runs along the foot of the Alps to Bassano del Grappa, where the covered wooden Ponte degli Alpini crosses the Brenta and grappa has been distilled for centuries. Asolo, a little further on, is a small walled hill town with views over the plain.
Below Asolo, Villa Barbaro at Maser pairs Palladio’s architecture with Veronese’s frescoes. From Valdobbiadene the Strada del Prosecco winds east through the UNESCO-listed hills; the lanes around Cartizze are narrow and steep, so larger vehicles should keep to the main roads.
Stop at the old Molinetto della Croda mill near Refrontolo, then end in Conegliano under its castle. Harvest time in September and early October is the liveliest season; many producers welcome visitors by appointment.
Which stops are on Palladian villas and the Prosecco hills?
In driving order. Distances are estimates between consecutive stops.
- 1Start
Vicenza
Italy - 23 km
Villa La Rotonda
HistoryVicenza, ItalyPalladio’s perfectly symmetrical villa on a hill just outside Vicenza, copied across Europe and America. Opening days are limited; the gardens open more often than the interior.
- 337 km
Bassano del Grappa
Italy - 418 km
Asolo
Italy - 57 km
Villa Barbaro
HistoryMaser, ItalyA Palladian villa at the foot of the hills with rooms frescoed by Veronese in playful trompe l’oeil. The estate still makes wine.
- 612 km
Cartizze and the Prosecco hills
FoodValdobbiadene, ItalySteep, vine-striped ‘hogback’ hills between Valdobbiadene and Conegliano, a UNESCO landscape. The Cartizze slope is the most prized; small roads are narrow for motorhomes.
- 719 km
Molinetto della Croda
HistoryRefrontolo, ItalyA 17th-century watermill built into the rock beside a small waterfall, in the middle of the Prosecco hills. A quick, pretty stop with a car park nearby.
- 810 km
Conegliano
Italy
How do you drive Palladian villas and the Prosecco hills in 3 days?
3 days, split by driving time. Campsites from OpenStreetMap: check opening dates before you go.
- Day 1: Vicenza → Bassano del Grappa · 40 km · 0 h 33 minOn the way: Villa La Rotonda.Overnight nearby, for example: Camping 5T (13 km); Santa Felicita (5 km).
- Day 2: Bassano del Grappa → Villa Barbaro · 25 km · 0 h 20 minOn the way: Asolo.Overnight nearby, for example: Area Camper Segusino (11 km); Area sosta camper Asolo (6 km).
- Day 3: Villa Barbaro → Conegliano · 41 km · 0 h 34 minOn the way: Cartizze and the Prosecco hills, Molinetto della Croda.Overnight nearby, for example: Camping al Lago di Lago (12 km); Camping Riva D'Oro (13 km).
When is the best time for Palladian villas and the Prosecco hills?
The most pleasant months are usually May–June and August–September. Still fine, with some compromises, in July and October. Cold, short days in December–February. July and August are the busiest months: book campsites early.
Estimate from long-term temperature averages, terrain and pass seasons
What should you know before driving Palladian villas and the Prosecco hills?
Tolls and vignettes for a car: about €6 (Italy).
- Italy: Motorway tolls. Tolls on most autostrade; pay at the barrier by card or cash. Motorway limit for cars: 130 km/h.
Road rules and fees change. Check official sources before you travel.
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FAQs
How long is Palladian villas and the Prosecco hills?
3-day road trip of about 106 km (66 mi) with 8 stops, from Vicenza to Conegliano. About 1 h 28 min of driving in total.
How many days do you need for Palladian villas and the Prosecco hills?
We suggest 3 days: about 1 h 28 min of driving, which leaves time for the stops.
Where does Palladian villas and the Prosecco hills start and end?
It starts in Vicenza and ends in Conegliano.
Which countries does Palladian villas and the Prosecco hills pass through?
Italy.
Where can you camp along Palladian villas and the Prosecco hills?
OpenStreetMap lists 37 campsites and motorhome stopovers within 20 km of the stops on this route. For example: Agriturismo Il Lago, Camping 5T and Area Camper Segusino.
How much are the tolls on Palladian villas and the Prosecco hills?
Tolls and vignettes for a car: about €6 (Italy). Estimate with typical rates; motorhomes pay more, and vehicles over 3.5 t often pay by distance.
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