Hotel Villa dei Cipressi in Abano Terme is perfectly positioned just a 8-minute walk from Sentiero n. 19 del Monte Ortone. Its private hillside garden and panoramic terrace offer uninterrupted views of the Veneto plain and the Istrians mountains. Opt for a mountain-view room to wake up to sunlight filtering through pine trees and birdsong. The hotel also provides a free nature guidebook detailing rare flora like wild roses and Mediterranean cypress along the trail, enhancing your hiking experience with ecological insight

At the 3-kilometer mark of Sentiero n. 19 del Monte Ortone lies the Stone Pillar Lookout, locally known as "The Eye of the Virgin," offering a breathtaking vista of Abano Terme’s red-tiled rooftops nestled in the valley. Midway, you’ll encounter a preserved 19th-century stone altar surrounded by rare European hornbeam trees and rock orchids—a serene spot ideal for photography. Bring a compact binoculars to trace the distant winding path of the Brenta River. This stretch is especially magical at golden hour, when light bathes the forest in amber hues

Begin your day at 7 AM from Hotel Villa dei Cipressi, hiking the first leg to the Eye of the Virgin Lookout (approx. 45 minutes). Return for a breakfast of local tomatoes, olive oil, and fresh bread served on the terrace. Then join a guided tour through the Monte Ortone Conservation Zone, learning about volcanic soil’s influence on vineyards. In the late afternoon, stroll to Abano Terme Thermal Square for a traditional herbal bath. End your journey at Il Giardino di San Michele, where dishes feature wild herbs gathered along the trail—perfect for savoring the essence of this alpine terrain. This seamless blend of movement, culture, and sensory discovery makes it a must-do for nature enthusiasts