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Step Into History in the Walled Town of Portobuffolè

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Near Treviso (see map lower down the page for the exact location) is a medieval gem called Portobuffolè. Sadly, few of the millions of tourists who visit the Veneto ever visit... most have only one thought in mind... Venice!

They have missed out on a wonderful experience!

You don't need more than a morning to experience it either. Of course, if you have the time, spend the night in the area. I can strongly recommend the delightful Hotel Villa Luppis, which is a mile or two out of town—it's way better than the hotels right in town.

What to See

Well, it isn't so much a case of endless things to see as of the whole. Everything about the little town seems to fit together perfectly.

Incredibly, here is a village where nothing has been added in the last hundred years that detracts from the beauty of the town.

If you are one of those people who won't bother with a place unless there are a few great historic sights to see, then don't despair; there are a few!

Here are the main sights to see in Portobuffole:

Once you cross the bridge and step through the town gates, you're greeted by Piazza Beccaro—and it's quite the sight. The square is lined with a handsome mix of 15th- and 16th-century buildings, and it makes for a really charming first impression of the place.

If you wander past Piazza Beccaro, you’ll stumble onto something special—the Casa di Gaia. This beautiful 13th-century villa was home to the poetess Gaia da Camino, and honestly, you can see why she found inspiration here. These days, it’s a museum, and the first floor is covered in lovely frescoes that really bring the place to life. The villa, along with the peaceful village around it, feels like it was made for poetry.

And while you're in the area, make sure to look out for the Torre Civica—it dates all the way back to the 10th century. It used to be part of a castle, and now it’s the only one of seven original towers still standing. Quite the survivor.

Another spot worth checking out is Piazza Vittorio Emanuele—it’s got that lively, buzzing vibe that’s hard to miss. And then there’s the Duomo, which dates back to the 16th century. What’s interesting is that it wasn’t always a church—it started out as a synagogue. Once you step inside, the light just pours in, and you’ll notice the stunning work of Sanfiori scattered throughout.

There’s plenty more to see, but I’ve got to give a shout-out to the Church of San Rocca. It’s a little ways out of town, but worth the trip. Built in the 1500s, it was meant for folks quarantined with the plague—there was a hospital nearby, and this church was their place of worship during such a dark time.