Arcugnano is a dispersed municipality in the province of Vicenza, in Veneto, nestled in the hilly landscape of the Berici Hills (Colli Berici). Known as the 'green lung' of the city of Vicenza, Arcugnano offers a natural environment of great value, dominated by the suggestive Lake Fimon (Lago di Fimon), the only natural lake basin in the Vicenza area. The area is an ideal destination for excursions, cycle tourism, and Nordic walking, offering gentle and lush panoramas, characteristic of the Berica Riviera. In recent years, Arcugnano has also distinguished itself for a street art project that has transformed the facades of some buildings into canvases for internationally renowned artists.

What to See: Nature, Art, and Archaeology

• Lake Fimon (Lago di Fimon) – Small body of water surrounded by reeds and woods, home to an important prehistoric archaeological site (dating back to the Bronze Age and Neolithic).
• Rural Architecture and Venetian Villas (Ville Venete) – Numerous districts with rural stone houses and some Venetian villas hidden among the hills.
• Widespread Street Art – An artistic path that decorates the facades of public buildings in various hamlets (e.g., Torri, Sant'Agostino), transforming the village into an open-air contemporary art gallery.
• Salve Regina Oratory (Oratorio Salve Regina) – Small historical and religious gem located in a panoramic position.

Gastronomy and Typical Products

• Bigoli with Duck Sauce (Bigoli all'Anatra) – Typical fresh Venetian pasta (bigoli) seasoned with a rich duck ragout.
• Baccalà alla Vicentina – Although typical of Vicenza city, it is a celebrated dish served in the trattorias of the Berici Hills, made with stockfish.
• Colli Berici DOC Wines (Vini DOC Colli Berici) – The hills are a renowned wine region, famous especially for Tai Rosso (an indigenous clone of Cannonau) and Garganego.
• Asiago Cheese DOP (Formaggio Asiago DOP) – Cheese produced in the nearby plateau, but widely used in Vicenza cuisine.

Excursions and Surroundings

• Tour of Lake Fimon (Giro del Lago di Fimon) – Easy and pleasant walk suitable for everyone, with beaten paths and viewpoints.
• Trekking and Nordic Walking on the Berici Hills – Numerous routes that cross the woods and lead to panoramic viewpoints over the Vicenza plain.
• Vicenza – The Palladian city, a very short distance away, with its works by Andrea Palladio (Teatro Olimpico, Basilica Palladiana), a UNESCO Heritage Site.

Institutional Links

• Official Website of the Municipality of Arcugnano
• Official Berici Hills Tourism Website

Top 5 Recommended Accommodations

• Hotel La Loggia – Panoramic position with a view of Lake Fimon.
• Agriturismo Valleverde – Immersed in the greenery of the hills, with typical cuisine.
• Relais del Lago – Elegant structure for a relaxing stay.

Top 5 Recommended Restaurants

• Trattoria Al Cacciatore – Traditional Vicenza cuisine and game dishes.
• Ristorante La Pesa – Known for its innovative cuisine and well-kept atmosphere.
• Ristorante Pizzeria Fimon – On the lake, offers freshwater fish dishes and pizza.