Golf Club Padova
One of Veneto's historic golf references and retains a very particular charm rooted in th...
Golf Club Padova is one of Veneto's historic golf references and retains a very particular charm rooted in the maturity of its landscape and in a classical conception of club life that has been carefully preserved. Set among the Euganean Hills, its 27-hole complex unfolds in an environment of notable pleasure, where trees, rolling ground and natural quiet create a rhythm of play that is relaxed without ever becoming dull. The club enjoys a deserved reputation among Italian golfers because it combines tradition, technical substance and the kind of comfort that only well-built places develop over time. It is not a destination that shouts for attention, but rather one of continuous quality, ideal for players who appreciate clubs worth revisiting and understanding progressively. Within an elegant Veneto itinerary of Padua, thermal culture and historic villas, Golf Club Padova offers an especially convincing stop for travelers seeking authenticity rather than overproduced spectacle.
Se hai tempo, non limitarti a un solo loop: la ricchezza del club si capisce meglio quando inizi a percepire le differenze tra i vari percorsi.
Storico club veneto con atmosfera molto solida
27 buche che premiano ritorno e familiarità
Meno immediato per chi cerca un colpo d’occhio spettacolare
Il suo fascino è più sottile che teatrale
Exclusive Experiences
Secrets found in no guidebook, curated by our concierge.
Abbazia di Praglia: il Laboratorio degli Scriptorium
The Benedictine Abbey of Praglia in the Euganean Hills houses one of the world's most respected book restoration laboratories: the monks restore manuscripts for the Vatican Museums, the Laurentian Library, and major European national libraries. By invitation, the monk directing the laboratory shows 15th-century incunabula currently under restoration.
“Father Librarian Fra' Cipriano accepts private visitors Tuesday mornings from 8:30 AM. Bring white gloves: he may allow you to touch a 12th-century manuscript under his conservation rules.”
Villa Terme di Montegrotto: l'Acqua dei Romani
Montegrotto Terme is Europe's largest thermal complex by water volume: the Terme di Montegrotto Hotel has preserved the 1st-century Roman limestone pools discovered in 20th-century excavations and integrated them into a modern thermal circuit. The hyperthermal waters at 86°C are the same used by 1st-century Roman soldiers.
“The thermal director organises visits to the original Roman pools (not open to the public) before opening. The archaeologist responsible for the excavation explains how Roman soldiers regulated temperature with the hypocaust system.”
Pieropan: il Soave che Sfida il Tempo
Nino Pieropan proved that Soave can age like a Burgundy grand cru. The Soave Classico La Rocca and Calvarino on volcanic basalt develop complexity after 15-20 years that surprises even the most experienced sommeliers. The private cellar vertical spans forty years of Calvarino.
“Andrea Pieropan keeps a few bottles of his grandfather's 1971 Soave Classico: very old garganega develops acacia honey and saffron notes that resemble Alsatian Riesling. Ask about the winery's centenary vintage.”