Feltre
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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 Feltre
Feltre offers a reliable selection of established hotels, reflecting its role as a historic walled town at the gateway to the Dolomite foothills. Most accommodation sits close to the centro storico or along the main routes into town, giving visitors convenient access to the medieval quarter, the museums and the network of walking and cycling routes in the surrounding hills. Standards are steady, with the best-reviewed hotels focusing on comfort, practicality and welcoming service.
Among the leading options, Hotel Doriguzzi is appreciated for its central location, comfortable rooms and consistently positive feedback for hospitality and cleanliness (€€€). Albergo Alla Casermetta provides another well-reviewed stay, offering well-kept rooms, friendly service and straightforward access to the heart of town (€€). For those seeking more facilities, Hotel Casagrande just outside the centre delivers spacious interiors, helpful staff and steady guest satisfaction, making it a practical base for exploring Feltre and the surrounding area (€€€).
Among the leading options, Hotel Doriguzzi is appreciated for its central location, comfortable rooms and consistently positive feedback for hospitality and cleanliness (€€€). Albergo Alla Casermetta provides another well-reviewed stay, offering well-kept rooms, friendly service and straightforward access to the heart of town (€€). For those seeking more facilities, Hotel Casagrande just outside the centre delivers spacious interiors, helpful staff and steady guest satisfaction, making it a practical base for exploring Feltre and the surrounding area (€€€).
Where is
Where is Feltre?
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The town of Feltre is located within the Province of Belluno and has a population of 20,568 inhabitants. It's situated around 100 kilometres north west of the city of Venice, the regional capital of Veneto.
Standing at an elevation of 325 metres above sea level, it covers an area of 99 km². |
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Comune di Feltre
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Province: Belluno
Region: Veneto Population: 20,468 (in 2024 - source) Size: 100 km² Elevation: 325 metres Close by: Belluno, Bassano del Grappa, Marostica, Vittorio Veneto |
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Feltre is a historic town in the province of Belluno, positioned on a hillside at the edge of the Dolomites. Its origins date back to Roman times, but much of its current appearance is shaped by the Renaissance, visible in the elegant palaces and frescoed façades that line the old town streets. The fortified walls and gates still define its outline, emphasising its role as a defensive stronghold in earlier centuries.
Key landmarks include the Piazza Maggiore, framed by historic buildings and the Castle of Alboino, which looks down over the town. Cultural life is enriched by theatres, museums, and seasonal festivals that recall its medieval and Renaissance past. Road and rail links connect Feltre to Belluno, Trento, and Venice, while the surrounding valleys provide access to walking and cycling routes into the Dolomites.
Key landmarks include the Piazza Maggiore, framed by historic buildings and the Castle of Alboino, which looks down over the town. Cultural life is enriched by theatres, museums, and seasonal festivals that recall its medieval and Renaissance past. Road and rail links connect Feltre to Belluno, Trento, and Venice, while the surrounding valleys provide access to walking and cycling routes into the Dolomites.
Things to Do
Things to Do in Feltre
- Piazza Maggiore and Historic Centre form the cultural and architectural heart of Feltre, surrounded by Renaissance palaces with arcades, frescoes, and stone balconies. The square is lined with civic buildings and cafés and hosts regular markets and cultural events. It offers access to the upper town’s network of narrow streets and historic landmarks.
- Castello di Alboino and City Walls stand on a hill above the centre and are remnants of Feltre’s medieval fortifications. The castle ruins, tower, and surrounding walls can be reached on foot from Piazza Maggiore and offer panoramic views over the town and the Piave Valley. Interpretive signs explain the site’s history.
- Cathedral of San Pietro Apostolo and Diocesan Museum are located in the upper part of the town. The cathedral features a neoclassical façade, an 18th-century bell tower, and an interior with artworks by local painters. The adjoining museum includes religious artefacts, liturgical items, and archaeological finds from the area.
- Teatro de la Sena is a small historic theatre often referred to as a “little La Fenice” for its layout and decorative style. It is part of the Palazzo della Ragione and hosts concerts, readings, and performances. Though seating is limited, the venue remains an important cultural space for the town.
- Sentiero della Via Claudia Augusta passes near Feltre and traces the route of the ancient Roman road through the valley. Today, it forms part of a wider network of walking and cycling trails that link Feltre with the surrounding countryside and nearby villages, offering access to nature and historical points of interest.
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Feltre Tours and Activities
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How to Get to Feltre
By Rail: Feltre has its own train station on the Padua–Calalzo di Cadore line, operated by Trenitalia. Regional services connect Feltre with Padua in about 2 hours and with Belluno in around 30 minutes. From Venice, trains usually involve a change at Padua or Montebelluna, with a total journey time of about 2 hours and 30 minutes. The station is located close to the centre and is easily accessible on foot or by local bus.
By Road: Feltre is situated in the southern Dolomites, in the province of Belluno. From Venice, the distance is about 110 kilometres, with a driving time of around 1 hour and 40 minutes via the A27 motorway and regional roads. From Trento, the journey is approximately 75 kilometres and takes about 1 hour and 20 minutes. Parking is available near the historic centre and around the railway station.
Nearest International Airports:
By Road: Feltre is situated in the southern Dolomites, in the province of Belluno. From Venice, the distance is about 110 kilometres, with a driving time of around 1 hour and 40 minutes via the A27 motorway and regional roads. From Trento, the journey is approximately 75 kilometres and takes about 1 hour and 20 minutes. Parking is available near the historic centre and around the railway station.
Nearest International Airports:
- Treviso Canova Airport: About 80 kilometres from Feltre, with a drive of around 1 hour and 15 minutes. The closest airport, offering mainly low-cost European flights.
- Venice Marco Polo Airport: Approximately 110 kilometres away, with a driving time of about 1 hour and 40 minutes. Provides extensive European and intercontinental connections.
- Verona Villafranca Airport: Roughly 140 kilometres from Feltre, taking about 2 hours by car. Offers both domestic and international flights.
Private Transfers
Feltre Private Transfers
A private transfer is the easiest way to travel to or from Feltre, offering a direct service without the need to rely on regional trains or drive the winding mountain roads yourself. You’ll be collected from your chosen location and driven by a local, professional driver, ensuring a smooth and comfortable journey.
From Feltre, the nearest hub is Treviso Airport, which can be reached in about 1 hour, a distance of 70 km. Venice Marco Polo Airport is around 1 hour 15 minutes away at 95 km, while Verona Villafranca Airport can be reached in roughly 1 hour 50 minutes, covering 150 km. A transfer to Bolzano usually takes 2 hours with a journey of 140 km. For longer connections, Milan Malpensa Airport is about 3 hours 30 minutes away, a distance of 300 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 Feltre, the nearest hub is Treviso Airport, which can be reached in about 1 hour, a distance of 70 km. Venice Marco Polo Airport is around 1 hour 15 minutes away at 95 km, while Verona Villafranca Airport can be reached in roughly 1 hour 50 minutes, covering 150 km. A transfer to Bolzano usually takes 2 hours with a journey of 140 km. For longer connections, Milan Malpensa Airport is about 3 hours 30 minutes away, a distance of 300 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.
