Veneto educational farms: activities for families and children

Veneto is Italy’s top region for the number of educational farms, with 482 active farms in the region and 83 in the Province of Padua. Educational farms combine agriculture, learning and family services, and with summer approaching they become popular destinations for green weeks and nature-based day camps.

Across Italy there are nearly 3,400 educational farms ready to welcome children and teens with outdoor activities, hands-on workshops and programs focused on the environment and healthy eating. These experiences offer safe, nature-based alternatives to traditional city summer centers.

Practical example: "Vita da Lumaca" in Campo San Martino (Padua)

The farm "Vita da Lumaca" opened its gates for a family day organized by Coldiretti and Campagna Amica. Maria and Andrea raise snails naturally and have made their farm an educational space where visitors can explore vegetable gardens, animals and aromatic plants up close.

• Activities on offer: outdoor games, lavender harvesting, sensory workshops and guided garden tours;
• Highlights: a spiral-shaped lavender field that quickly became a popular spot for visits and events;
• Best for: families looking for outdoor learning, hands-on experiences and nature-based play for children.

Why pick an educational farm

Educational farms provide wide outdoor spaces and practical activities that support motor skills, curiosity and environmental awareness. They represent a valuable alternative to urban summer centers, combining fun with lessons about food and nature.

Practical tips: book green weeks or workshops in advance, check family amenities (picnic areas, restrooms, trained staff) and ask about safety protocols and insurance coverage provided by the farm.