Festival weekend planner
Soave Versus — a 3-day weekend in Veneto
8–10 May. Soave, Italy. 30 min from the airport.
The weekend, day by day
- Day 1
Arrive in Soave
Land at Verona Villafranca (VRN), settle in and walk the old town in the afternoon. Light dinner near your accommodation — save your appetite for the festival day.
- Day 2
Soave Versus
Festival day — arrive early to avoid the lunchtime crowd. Pace yourself across the tastings and break for a long lunch mid-afternoon.
- Day 3
Wine country day in Veneto
Use the third day for a single winery visit (booked ahead) and a long lunch before heading home.
Where to stay
- Hotels in Soave
Live availability around the festival dates. Festival hotels book out 6+ months ahead, so check early.
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Where to eat
Osteria alle Testiere
€€€Venice's most lauded small osteria for seasonal fish, natural wines, and intimate 24-seat dining
Must try: Risotto al radicchio di Treviso
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- Nearest airport
- Verona Villafranca (VRN)
- Festival site
- Visit official site
Insider tip
Soave Classico volcanic basalt vineyards produce structurally different wine from the extended zone's alluvial soils — the versus format makes this difference tangible. Try aged Soave; it rivals quality white Burgundy at a fraction of the cost.
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