The little Venice in the Etsch Valley!

This village tour uniquely combines history, water, and local way of life. The nickname “Little Venice” recalls the once extensive network of waterways, mill channels, and irrigation ditches that shaped Cortina sulla Strada del Vino for centuries and defined the daily life of its inhabitants.

As you stroll through the village, these traces become visible alongside its farming heritage, viticulture, and life in the Bassa Atesina region. Traditional farmhouses, old cellars, and distinctive buildings tell stories of local customs, flood protection, and the importance of the Adige River as the region’s vital lifeline.

The enjoyable conclusion of the tour is a tasting of a selected wine at a local Kurtinig winery.

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