Distance235 km
Time10 hours
Best seasonApril–October
EffortLong day
Car journey
Route at a glance
- 01Borgo Botol
- 02Palmanova
- 03Aquileia
- 04Grado
- 05Marano Lagunare
- 06Borgo Botol
This is a route-specific editorial map. It shows the actual sequence of stops and the circular return. Use Google Maps for live navigation.
Suggested rhythm
A circular day, not an out-and-back
Borgo Botol
Begin the journey here.
Palmanova
Stop 1: visit Palmanova before continuing on the circular route.
Aquileia
Stop 2: visit Aquileia before continuing on the circular route.
Grado
Stop 3: visit Grado before continuing on the circular route.
Marano Lagunare
Stop 4: visit Marano Lagunare before continuing on the circular route.
Borgo Botol
Return to Borgo Botol and complete the circular route.
Lunch recommendation
Make lunch part of the route
Lunch in Grado: choose a simple seafood restaurant for boreto, grilled fish or pasta with shellfish; book in summer.
Restaurant openings change seasonally. Reserve ahead and confirm the same day.
Optional route choices
Adapt the day
- Palmanova ramparts
- Aquileia basilica mosaics
- Lagoon boat trip
- Sunset walk in Grado
Along the way
Route-relevant photography
A glimpse of the landscapes and places along this route.
