There are a thousand ways to explore the Euganean Hills and as many routes to discovering every corner of the area. In the “ Euganean Travel ” series we suggest using a unique vehicle, a vehicle of slow and dreamy journeys: the bicycle. Bikes are available at Hotel Tritone: Guests can book one at reception,…
Many guests probably already know Monselice, the fame of its castle and the unique profile of its fortress. However, few people know that it is possible to reach this medieval town on a special vehicle that allows you to slowly savour the views of the Euganean Hills and the province of Padua. The itinerary we…
Clearly visible from the terraces of Hotel Tritone, the Euganean Hills promise immersion in nature and silence. Sanctuaries, monasteries and abbeys stand on their gentle slopes and tell the story of the Paduan territory, its art and spirituality. We will take you to these mystical places by presenting the Giro Cicloturistico dei Santuari, part of…
Euganean Hills ring: the tour of wonders
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Our series of ‘Euganean Journeys’ begins with one of the most famous cycling routes. And it could not be otherwise, since this route is the emblem of our territory. Only those who explore it can claim to have discovered all the facets of our hills. But there are many more, suitable for everyone, which we…
As you walk through the spacious rooms of the Hotel Tritone and pay attention to the details, you will notice some real historical gems that make our hotel unique. There are five vintage bicycles that bear witness to memorable traditions and skills, the memory of which should be kept alive, even decades later. Why…
The daily commitment of every employee of the Hotel Tritone is to welcome guests with the highest level of service. For this purpose, our team has created the Food and Wine Weeks, which are very popular and allow our kitchens and diners to try particular and themed tastes and dishes. Our Weeks, whose calendar is…
The quintessential city of water is Venice. But many people are unaware that Padua, the inland city of the Most Serene Republic of Venice, known for its historic University officially founded in 1222, was also a city of water until the early decades of the 20th century. To this day, despite the covering of many…
Padova, Giotto and the Scrovegni Chapel
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With more than three hundred thousand visitors per year from all over the world, the Scrovegni Chapel, painted by Giotto between 1303 and 1305, is one of the main attractions of Padua, and the first one in art. The Scrovegni Chapel is famous all over the world for its starred vault on an intense blue background. The Chapel…
Once loved by a poet, a place becomes eternal, suspended between the past of an unrepeatable era and a present of sweet nostalgia that transforms getting lost into finding oneself. Vast forests of chestnut, walnut, beech, ash and oak covered the slopes of Arquà but, above all, the vine, the olive and the almond tree…
Nestled in the greenery of the fairy-tale setting of the Euganean Hills is one of the most majestic fortresses in the province of Padua. Catajo Castle, located a few kilometres from Abano Terme, is considered one of Europe’s most impressive historic palaces, thanks to its 350 rooms and 40 hectares of grounds. Catajo is a…