A Hill of Books: culture among the Prosecco vineyards

"A Hill of Books" returns for its fourth edition as a cultural initiative highlighting one of Veneto's most distinctive UNESCO heritage sites: the Colline di Conegliano and Valdobbiadene. The festival stages meetings with writers, journalists and international intellectuals in castles, villages and historic locations within the World Heritage area.

Why it matters: the event combines territorial promotion with high-quality cultural programming, enhancing the viticultural landscape and architectural heritage while fostering international cultural exchange.

  • Location: Colline di Conegliano and Valdobbiadene (UNESCO World Heritage site)
  • Organisers: Association for the Heritage of the Prosecco Hills of Conegliano and Valdobbiadene, with the patronage of the Veneto Region
  • Edition: fourth edition
  • Program: talks, debates and book presentations in castles and villages; international guests
  • Featured guests: Anne Applebaum, Radosław Sikorski, Francesco Costa, Giovanni Montanari
  • Approximate period: the festival will animate the area through October (check the official schedule for exact dates)

Visitors should consult the official program for precise dates, venues and times. The festival offers an excellent occasion to explore the villages, historic sites and culinary routes that characterize the Prosecco Hills.

Where it is

Location: Via della Cima, 11-14, 31049 Valdobbiadene TV, Italia

Coordinates: 45.8970553, 12.0118446

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