Arqua Petrarca
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Latest page update: 25 May 2025
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By: Dion Protani
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Where to Stay
Where to Stay in Arquà Petrarca
Arquà Petrarca has only a small number of places to stay, as the village is centred on its medieval character and literary heritage rather than a large hotel scene. Travellers who prefer established accommodation with fuller facilities will find a wider and more reliable choice in the nearby spa towns of Montegrotto Terme and Abano Terme, both within easy reach of the Euganean Hills and well set up for overnight stays.
In Montegrotto Terme, Hotel Mioni Royal San offers comfortable rooms, spa facilities and consistently positive guest feedback for relaxation and overall service (€€€). Also nearby, Esplanade Tergesteo – Luxury Retreat provides an upmarket stay with extensive wellness areas, elegant interiors and a strong reputation for quality (€€€€). For an alternative in Abano Terme, Hotel Terme Roma delivers thermal pools, a central location and welcoming hospitality, making it a dependable option for visitors exploring the area (€€€).
In Montegrotto Terme, Hotel Mioni Royal San offers comfortable rooms, spa facilities and consistently positive guest feedback for relaxation and overall service (€€€). Also nearby, Esplanade Tergesteo – Luxury Retreat provides an upmarket stay with extensive wellness areas, elegant interiors and a strong reputation for quality (€€€€). For an alternative in Abano Terme, Hotel Terme Roma delivers thermal pools, a central location and welcoming hospitality, making it a dependable option for visitors exploring the area (€€€).
Where is
Where is Arquà Petrarca?
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Listed among the "Borghi Più Belli d'Italia" (Italy's most beautiful villages), Arquà Petrarca is located in the Province of Padua. It's situated 27 kilometres from the city of Padua and around 65 kilometres south west of Venice, the regional capital of Veneto.
Standing at an elevation of 406 metres above sea level, it has a population of 1,860 inhabitants. |
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Arquà Petrarca takes the second part of its name from the Italian Renaissance poet Petrarch who died in the town a day before his 70th birthday on 19th July 1374.
Comune di Arquà Petrarca
One of I Borghi più belli d'Italia (Italy's Most Beautiful Villages)
Listing headline: I Dolci Colli del Poeta (The Sweet Hills of the Poet)
Listing headline: I Dolci Colli del Poeta (The Sweet Hills of the Poet)
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Arquà Petrarca is a historic village in the province of Padua, set in the Euganean Hills. Counted among the Borghi più belli d’Italia, it takes its name from the poet Francesco Petrarca, who spent the last years of his life here. Stone houses, winding lanes, and small piazzas define the centre, preserving its strong medieval character.
The Casa del Petrarca, now a museum, is the focal point, together with the parish church where the poet’s tomb can be seen. The surrounding Euganean Hills Regional Park offers a backdrop of vineyards, olive groves, and walking trails. From Arquà Petrarca, road links lead easily to Monselice, Este, and Padua, placing the village within reach of wider cultural and historical routes.
The Casa del Petrarca, now a museum, is the focal point, together with the parish church where the poet’s tomb can be seen. The surrounding Euganean Hills Regional Park offers a backdrop of vineyards, olive groves, and walking trails. From Arquà Petrarca, road links lead easily to Monselice, Este, and Padua, placing the village within reach of wider cultural and historical routes.
Things to Do
Things to Do in Arquà Petrarca
- Casa del Petrarca is the former home of the poet Francesco Petrarca, who spent his final years in the village. The 14th-century house has been preserved as a museum, with original furnishings, manuscripts, and a garden overlooking the Euganean Hills. It is open to visitors and provides insight into the poet’s life and legacy.
- Piazza San Marco and Historic Centre form the heart of the upper part of the village, with stone buildings, arcades, and scenic viewpoints. The layout follows its medieval origins, and the streets are lined with artisan shops, wine bars, and small restaurants. The village is listed among I Borghi più belli d’Italia.
- Chiesa di Santa Maria Assunta is the parish church where Petrarch is buried, located near the main square. It features Romanesque foundations with later Gothic and Renaissance additions, and the poet’s marble tomb stands outside the entrance. The church remains active and is often included in cultural visits.
- Fontana del Petrarca is a stone fountain traditionally believed to be used by Petrarch, located in the lower part of the village. Though its exact historical connection is debated, it remains a symbolic site and part of a marked trail connecting key locations linked to the poet.
- Walking Trails in the Euganean Hills begin from the village and pass through olive groves, vineyards, and woodland. Well-marked paths lead to nearby peaks and panoramic spots such as Monte Ventolone and Monte Piccolo. The routes offer access to nature and views over the surrounding countryside and medieval hamlets.
Tours and Activities
Arquà Petrarca Tours and Activities
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How to Get to Arquà Petrarca
By Rail: Arquà Petrarca does not have its own train station. The nearest station is in Monselice, about 7 kilometres away, on the Bologna–Padua line operated by Trenitalia. From Padua, trains to Monselice take around 20 minutes, while from Bologna the journey takes about 1 hour and 10 minutes. From Monselice, Arquà Petrarca can be reached in about 15 minutes by car or local bus.
By Road: Arquà Petrarca is situated in the Euganean Hills, in the province of Padua. From Padua, the distance is about 25 kilometres, with a driving time of around 30 minutes via the SS16. From Venice, the journey is approximately 65 kilometres and takes about 1 hour and 10 minutes. Parking is available near the historic centre and on the approach roads to the village.
Nearest International Airports:
By Road: Arquà Petrarca is situated in the Euganean Hills, in the province of Padua. From Padua, the distance is about 25 kilometres, with a driving time of around 30 minutes via the SS16. From Venice, the journey is approximately 65 kilometres and takes about 1 hour and 10 minutes. Parking is available near the historic centre and on the approach roads to the village.
Nearest International Airports:
- Venice Marco Polo Airport: About 75 kilometres from Arquà Petrarca, with a drive of around 1 hour and 20 minutes. The most convenient airport, offering extensive European and intercontinental connections.
- Treviso Canova Airport: Approximately 85 kilometres away, with a driving time of about 1 hour and 30 minutes. Serves mainly low-cost European routes.
- Bologna Guglielmo Marconi Airport: Roughly 115 kilometres from Arquà Petrarca, taking about 1 hour and 40 minutes by car. Provides both domestic and international flights.
Private Transfers
Arquà Petrarca Private Transfers
A private transfer is the most convenient way to reach Arquà Petrarca or continue your journey from the village, removing the need to rely on regional buses or drive the winding country roads yourself. You’ll be collected from your chosen location and driven by a local, professional driver, ensuring a smooth and direct journey.
From Arquà Petrarca, the nearest hub is Venice Marco Polo Airport, which can be reached in about 1 hour, a distance of 70 km. Treviso Airport is around 1 hour 10 minutes away at 85 km, while Bologna Airport can be reached in roughly 1 hour 20 minutes, covering 105 km. A transfer to Padua usually takes 30 minutes with a journey of 25 km, while Verona Villafranca Airport is about 1 hour 30 minutes away, a distance of 110 km.
To request a quote or check availability for a private transfer, just fill out the short form below and we’ll get back to you with all the details.
From Arquà Petrarca, the nearest hub is Venice Marco Polo Airport, which can be reached in about 1 hour, a distance of 70 km. Treviso Airport is around 1 hour 10 minutes away at 85 km, while Bologna Airport can be reached in roughly 1 hour 20 minutes, covering 105 km. A transfer to Padua usually takes 30 minutes with a journey of 25 km, while Verona Villafranca Airport is about 1 hour 30 minutes away, a distance of 110 km.
To request a quote or check availability for a private transfer, just fill out the short form below and we’ll get back to you with all the details.
