Valpolicella Wine Route – Veneto: intense reds, green valleys and winemaking tradition on the outskirts of Verona. The Valpolicella Wine Route winds north of Verona, between the city and the first pre-Alpine hills. It is an itinerary that crosses valleys rich in vineyards, historic villages and Venetian villas, connecting the classical, eastern and Valpantena areas. A route that combines great red wines, local culture and hilly landscapes. 🍷 Amarone, Ripasso and the other reds of Valpolicella: The symbol of this territory is Amarone della Valpolicella DOCG, a structured and complex wine made from dried grapes. Together with him we find Valpolicella Classico, Ripasso and Recioto, historically the first raisin red wine in the area. All derive from native vines such as Corvina, Corvinone and Rondinella. 👉 Tip: Visit a winery in Negrar, Marano or Fumane to discover the drying techniques and taste Amarone and Ripasso paired with cold cuts and cheeses from the area. 🏘️ Villages, villas and hilly landscapes: Along the way there are wine villages, rural courtyards and historic architecture: San Pietro in Cariano, with Venetian villas and historic cellars; Negrar, home to the Wine Museum; Fumane and Marano, immersed in the rows. The landscape alternates vineyards, olive groves and wooded tracts. 👉 Tip: At Villa della Torre (Fumane) you can visit a Renaissance residence and participate in tastings in an elegant setting surrounded by greenery. 🚶 Experiences among the vineyards and hills of Verona: Valpolicella is ideal for hiking or cycling: hilly paths, paths through the vineyards and panoramic tracks allow you to explore the area in a slow and engaging way. There is no shortage of thematic itineraries related to wine and rural architecture. 👉 Tip: Take the Arbizzano nature trail, simple and well signposted, with stops among wineries, olive groves and views of the Valpolicella Classica. 🛏️ Where to sleep between vineyards and tradition: Along the Valpolicella Wine Route you will find wine resorts, farmhouses, relais and B&Bs surrounded by vineyards. The best areas to stay are Negrar, Sant'Ambrogio, San Pietro in Cariano and Valpantena, close to Verona but immersed in the tranquility of the hills. 👉 Tip: Book a stay in a property with an in-house wine cellar: you can taste the wines directly on site and discover the production methods. The Valpolicella Wine Route offers a complete route through great Venetian reds, well-kept hills and villages linked to the history of wine. Ideal for those looking for taste, culture and landscape just a few steps from Verona.