Capriva Del Friuli: Vineyards, Trails and History

Capriva Del Friuli showcases the Collio Goriziano as a landscape of gentle hills and geometrically laid-out vineyards: dozens of hectares of vines stretch across the slopes. There are also trails through the historic centre, churches with stories of their own, and castles and parks. When planning your trip, you can choose between a loop on paved roads, historic buildings, a green cultural landscape and Friulian cuisine.

A loop through Capriva

The description of the “Ator par Capriva” route, published in connection with a regional project in 2024, describes a 7-kilometre circular route on paved roads. It passes through the historic centre and surrounding green spaces. Along the way, it passes Piazza Vittoria and the Parish Church of the Most Holy Name of Mary; Via Verdi leads to the Church of the Santissima Trinità, popularly known as San Giuseppe. The distance, circular layout and surface give you clear guidance when planning a walk.

Churches and layers of history

The Church of the Santissima Trinità was built between 1570 and 1575. Its popular name, San Giuseppe, refers to the same building. The Centa offers another historical perspective: this circular defensive complex was first mentioned in 1521, but has older origins. Its first mention and its earlier origins are distinct points in time to bear in mind when learning about the place.

The Castello di Spessa also brings together different historical aspects. Its present architectural form dates from the early 20th century, when it was designed in the Neo-Gothic style by Trieste architect Ruggero Berlam. Giacomo Casanova was a guest at the Castello in 1773. The road to the castle passes an area where the remains of a Roman kiln were found.

Castle parks, vineyards and hills

The park of the Castello di Spessa completely surrounds the castle and is itself surrounded by vineyards and the adjoining 18-hole golf course. The course at Golf & Country Club Castello di Spessa winds through gentle hills planted with vineyards and olive trees. This named location brings together architecture, parkland and a sporting facility as distinct aspects of the surroundings.

At the Villa Russiz complex, a path leads through a chestnut avenue and a cedar grove into a park with imposing trees and a wide variety of flowers. The 93-hectare estate includes a villa-castle, a wine cellar, a boarding school, a chapel, a former silk-spinning mill, stables and a mausoleum. The different buildings and the park’s vegetation give the estate its own character within the cultural landscape described here.

Friulian cuisine and choosing your accommodation

At Osteria Casa Vidussi, traditional Friulian dishes are combined with new interpretations, and tasting experiences are also available. As the offering may change, check what is currently available before planning a visit.

When choosing a holiday apartment in Capriva Del Friuli, consider which experiences you want to shape your stay: a clearly defined loop, historic architectural forms and points in time, or a combination of vineyards, parkland and hills. If you want to combine several interests, compare the specific addresses of the places you plan to visit with the location of your accommodation. This lets you choose your base according to your own daily itinerary, without reducing the destination’s different themes to a single type of holiday.

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For the overview of the wider area: Gorizia.