Wine Tastings
Visit estates like Berlucchi, Ca' del Bosco, and Bellavista. Most offer cellar tours and tastings with advance booking.
Franciacorta
Italy's premier sparkling wine region, 25 min away
25 km · 25 min by car
Franciacorta is Italy's answer to Champagne — a rolling landscape of vineyards producing world-class metodo classico sparkling wines. Over 100 wineries dot the hills between Lake Iseo and Brescia.
Beyond wine, you'll find medieval abbeys, cycling routes through the vineyards, and Michelin-starred restaurants making this a must-visit for food and wine lovers.
What to Do
Abbazia di San Nicola
A 12th-century Cluniac monastery in Rodengo-Saiano with stunning Romanesque cloisters and Renaissance frescoes.
Vineyard Cycling
Rent bikes in Erbusco and ride through the gentle hills and vineyard-lined roads at your own pace.
Getting There
25 minutes by car via SP469 toward Erbusco or Corte Franca. Most wineries require reservations for tastings. No practical public transport option. By public transport: limited direct connections. Trenord trains run to Rovato or Brescia, but a car is recommended to explore the wineries and countryside at your own pace.
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Why Stay at Villa Gabri
Villa Gabri is perfectly positioned for Franciacorta day trips. Drive 25 minutes, enjoy tastings, and return to your private jacuzzi — no need to worry about finding accommodation in the countryside.
Common Questions
Do I need a car to visit Franciacorta?
Yes, a car is essential. Wineries are spread across the hills with no practical public transport.
When is the best time to visit?
September during harvest is magical, but spring and early summer are equally beautiful with fewer crowds.
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Your garden stay awaits
Pick the jacuzzi suite for a wellness retreat, or the apartment for a family base. Both sit in the same 3,000 sqm garden, 5 minutes from the airport.