Discover Lestizza: Culture, Trails and Friulian Traditions

Lestizza reveals its distinctive character where history, art, local events and active pursuits come together. In Santa Maria di Sclaunicco, historical traces lead to the Centa di Santa Maria di Sclaunicco, while circular routes and walking events showcase an active side of the area. Those choosing a holiday apartment or other accommodation in Lestizza can therefore plan their stay around their own priorities: cultural and historical discoveries, walks, special events or a combination of all three.

Historical traces in Santa Maria di Sclaunicco

An illustrative way to explore the past is the Centa di Santa Maria di Sclaunicco. There, the fortification wall followed the oval ridge, still present today, around the parish church of Santa Maria Assunta. The former tower at the southwestern edge is also part of this history: It stood about ten metres from the church building and was later converted into a bell tower.

At the Ai Colonos site, the existence of the original building is documented in the Napoleonic register of 1811. Visitors interested in local history and historical architectural contexts therefore have several specific points of reference, without this implying a fixed route.

Art with light and natural surroundings

In addition to historical features, Lestizza also offers unusual artistic ideas. The “Lûs” installation is created by the shadows of nine slats mounted diagonally on a north-facing wall. The shadows form the cursive Friulian word “Lûs” for “light”. The work is a distinctive point of interest for anyone who, when travelling, seeks not only classic sights but also design, language and regional forms of expression.

The “Tempio vegetale” is integrated into the natural surroundings around the association’s headquarters. This places two different artistic approaches side by side: In “Lûs”, the slats, wall and shadows shape the image, while in the “Tempio vegetale”, the surroundings form an essential part of its impact. These differences can help you tailor your excursions to your personal interests.

Events throughout the year

Events held on specific dates are also part of Lestizza’s cultural character. As part of “Musica in Villa 2026”, a free concert took place on 4 September 2026 at 7:00 p.m. in the Corte Casa Canonica in Santa Maria di Sclaunicco. The “Sagra dell'olivello spinoso 2026” took place on 12, 13 and 14 June and on 19, 20 and 21 June at the Casa Canonica in Santa Maria di Sclaunicco. If you would like to plan your trip around events, the specific dates are an important part of your planning.

“A SPAS PAR SANTE MARIE” offers three routes to choose from: 7, 13 or 19 kilometres. There are refreshment stations along the routes. The different distances allow you to include a shorter or longer walking route in your daily schedule without presupposing a specific walking time or level of difficulty.

Routes for an active day plan

The “10 mila passi di salute FVG – LESTIZZA” circular route connects the sports field in the hamlet of Santa Maria di Sclaunicco with the sports field in the main settlement of Lestizza. Together with the three routes of “A SPAS PAR SANTE MARIE”, this selection of trails offers specific opportunities to incorporate physical activity into your stay. When choosing your accommodation, it may therefore be decisive whether you mainly want to include historical places, artistic impressions, event dates or trails in your travel plans. This allows you to choose accommodation in Lestizza according to the desired rhythm of your trip, without individual experiences creating a generic image of the area.

More destinations for planning your trip

If you would like to visit other destinations in addition to Lestizza, you can also view Raibl, Aiello del Friuli, Gorgo, Sottoselva, Taipana, Pocenia, Latisana and Sant'Eliseo.

To the overview of the wider travel region: Udine.