Tarvisio
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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 Tarvisio
Tarvisio offers a good selection of established hotels, supported by its position as a well-known mountain resort near the Austrian and Slovenian borders. The town attracts visitors for skiing, hiking and cycling, and its accommodation typically combines alpine style with practical facilities, easy access to the slopes, and proximity to the main routes through the Val Canale. Standards are steady, and many properties receive positive feedback for location, comfort and service.
Among the best-reviewed options, Hotel Il Cervo stands out for its wellness facilities, indoor pool and convenient position close to both the town and ski areas (€€€). Hotel Valle Verde provides a quieter stay surrounded by woodland, appreciated for its comfortable rooms, welcoming atmosphere and easy access to walking and cycling routes (€€). For a central base, Hotel Raibl offers well-maintained rooms, friendly service and a practical location close to shops, restaurants and local transport (€€).
Among the best-reviewed options, Hotel Il Cervo stands out for its wellness facilities, indoor pool and convenient position close to both the town and ski areas (€€€). Hotel Valle Verde provides a quieter stay surrounded by woodland, appreciated for its comfortable rooms, welcoming atmosphere and easy access to walking and cycling routes (€€). For a central base, Hotel Raibl offers well-maintained rooms, friendly service and a practical location close to shops, restaurants and local transport (€€).
Where is
Where is Tarvisio?
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The ski resort of Tarvisio is situated in the Province of Udine. It stands at an elevation of 754 metres above sea level and has a population of around 4,200 residents.
Places of interest nearby include the towns Camporosso, the Laghi di Fusine and Malborghetto Valbruna while the recommended accommodation for Tarvisio is the Hotel Edelhof. |
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Comune di Tarvisio
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Territory: UTI Canal del Ferro - Val Canale
Region: Friuli Venezia Giulia Population: 3,944 (in 2024 - source) Size: 205 km² Elevation: 754 metres Close by: Camporosso, Laghi di Fusine, Malborghetto Valbruna |
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Tarvisio is a mountain town in Friuli Venezia Giulia, located in the far northeast of Italy near the borders with Austria and Slovenia. Surrounded by the Julian Alps, it lies in the upper Val Canale, a strategic corridor that has long connected central Europe with the Adriatic. The town is framed by high peaks, dense forests and alpine meadows, creating a setting that reflects both its cross-border position and its natural environment.
The historic centre is marked by the Parish Church of Saints Peter and Paul, while the surrounding area offers a wide range of outdoor activities. Tarvisio is known for skiing, with slopes forming part of the Monte Lussari resort, and for summer pursuits such as hiking and cycling along valley routes and mountain trails. Its location on major road and rail links ensures direct connections to Udine, Villach and Ljubljana, making it a key point of passage as well as a destination in its own right.
The historic centre is marked by the Parish Church of Saints Peter and Paul, while the surrounding area offers a wide range of outdoor activities. Tarvisio is known for skiing, with slopes forming part of the Monte Lussari resort, and for summer pursuits such as hiking and cycling along valley routes and mountain trails. Its location on major road and rail links ensures direct connections to Udine, Villach and Ljubljana, making it a key point of passage as well as a destination in its own right.
Things to Do
Things to Do in Tarvisio
- Centro Storico di Tarvisio is a lively Alpine town centre where traditional Tyrolean-style buildings line the main streets. Wooden balconies and painted façades add colour and character. Shops sell local products like speck, cheeses, and mountain crafts. The town sits close to the borders with Austria and Slovenia, giving it a multicultural feel.
- Chiesa dei Santi Pietro e Paolo stands in Tarvisio’s centre, with a simple exterior and an elegant interior featuring baroque altars and frescoes. The church has long been part of the town’s religious life. Its position near the main square makes it easy to visit. Inside offers a quiet moment away from the bustle outside.
- Monte Lussari rises above Tarvisio and is accessible by cable car, offering sweeping views of the Julian Alps. At the summit sits a small pilgrimage village with a church and alpine huts. It’s a popular destination for both hikers and skiers. The panorama stretches across three countries on clear days.
- Foresta di Tarvisio surrounds the town, one of the largest forests in Italy, rich in wildlife and criss-crossed with trails. Paths wind through dense fir and beech woods, leading to rivers, gorges, and scenic clearings. The forest is a haven for walkers, cyclists, and nature lovers. Wildlife sightings include deer and birds of prey.
- Cross-country skiing or snowshoeing tours in Tarvisio are offered in winter, taking visitors along prepared trails through snowy landscapes. Local guides provide equipment and lead routes suited to different skill levels. It’s a peaceful way to explore the alpine scenery. Tours often finish with a warm drink in a mountain hut.
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Tarvisio Tours and Activities
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How to Get to Tarvisio
By Rail: Tarvisio is served by Tarvisio Boscoverde station, located on the Udine–Tarvisio line operated by Trenitalia. Regional trains connect the town to Udine in about 1 hour and 30 minutes, with further links to Venice in around 3 hours. Cross-border trains also provide connections to Austria, with Villach reachable in approximately 40 minutes. The station is located close to the town centre.
By Road: The town is positioned near the Austrian and Slovenian borders, with direct access to the A23 motorway. From Udine, the distance is about 95 kilometres, taking roughly 1 hour and 15 minutes. From Trieste, the journey is around 180 kilometres and takes about 2 hours via the A4 and A23 motorways. Parking facilities are available in and around the centre of Tarvisio.
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By Road: The town is positioned near the Austrian and Slovenian borders, with direct access to the A23 motorway. From Udine, the distance is about 95 kilometres, taking roughly 1 hour and 15 minutes. From Trieste, the journey is around 180 kilometres and takes about 2 hours via the A4 and A23 motorways. Parking facilities are available in and around the centre of Tarvisio.
Nearest International Airports:
- Trieste – Friuli Venezia Giulia Airport: Located about 130 kilometres from Tarvisio, with a driving time of around 1 hour and 40 minutes. It provides domestic and European services.
- Klagenfurt Airport: Situated in Austria, approximately 95 kilometres away, the drive takes about 1 hour and 15 minutes. It offers flights to several European destinations.
- Ljubljana Jože Pučnik Airport: About 130 kilometres from Tarvisio, with a journey time of around 1 hour and 40 minutes by car. It is a well-connected airport serving numerous international routes.
Private Transfers
Tarvisio Private Transfers
A private transfer offers a direct and comfortable way to reach Tarvisio, a mountain town in the far northeast of Italy, or to continue your journey to other destinations in the Alps and surrounding regions. You’ll be collected from your chosen location and taken straight to your destination by a professional driver, without the need to manage timetables or connections.
From Tarvisio, transfers provide access to Trieste – Friuli Venezia Giulia Airport, with longer routes also available to Venice Marco Polo Airport and Ljubljana Airport in Slovenia. They are equally practical for shorter journeys to nearby towns such as Udine, Cividale del Friuli, and Gemona del Friuli, or for crossing into neighbouring Austria and Slovenia.
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 Tarvisio, transfers provide access to Trieste – Friuli Venezia Giulia Airport, with longer routes also available to Venice Marco Polo Airport and Ljubljana Airport in Slovenia. They are equally practical for shorter journeys to nearby towns such as Udine, Cividale del Friuli, and Gemona del Friuli, or for crossing into neighbouring Austria and Slovenia.
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.
