The archaeological areas
Discover the archaeological areas of the Euganean Spas from which most of the finds preserved in the museo del termalismo antico e del territorio!
They are mainly located in the municipalities of Montegrotto Terme and Abano Terme and, taken together, constitute an impressive archaeological park rich in mysteries that have not yet been solved.
Unlike other archaeological parks, it is relatively "young": although archaeological interest in the area began in the 18th century, some of the greatest finds actually date back to the end of the last century and the first decades of the 2000s. It was only 1988 when, during some plowing work on a field on Via Neroniana, the first finds emerged of what we now know to have been one of the most luxurious villas of the Roman era (the villa dates back to the 1st century AD).
In recent years, thanks to the careful supervision of the University of Padua, the Aquae Patavinae project, named after the ancient Euganean Baths, has been established to study and enhance the archaeological sites in the area.
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The park of Villa Draghi
Lose yourself in the Villa Draghi park, which, with its 32 hectares of pristine nature and its privileged location, is the perfect place to savor the full panorama of the Euganean Hills!
In addition to being the ideal site for summer events and orienteering initiatives, the park is also particularly suitable for nature trails and recreational moments for families and school groups.
In this scenario, the museo del termalismo antico e del territorio, in what is called the "rustico" of Villa Draghi, one of the annexed buildings. The rustico, which stands at the foot of Mount Alto, is actually the oldest building in the architectural complex, constructed at the end of the 15th century.
The villa, however, is of more recent origin: it was built between 1848 and 1850 by the architect Scapin in the villa-castle form we still observe today. The site of the villa previously housed the holiday home of the wealthy Venetian accountant Alvise Lucadelli, who had already recognized the restorative potential of the climate and the natural surroundings of the park.
Adjacent to the museum, at the entrance to the park, is the "A Perdifiato" bike rental shop, where you can explore not only the Villa Draghi park but also the trails in the Euganean Hills that branch off from there by bike or e-bike.
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The territory
Choose the experience that's right for you in the unmistakable panorama of the Euganean Hills!
Here, you can discover the variety of services and spa experiences offered by the Euganean Spas, Europe's largest spa resort (which includes the municipalities of Abano Terme, Montegrotto Terme, Battaglia Terme, and Galzignano Terme).
In addition to the spa offerings, the hills have always enchanted with their scenic charm and unique natural environments, making them an ideal destination for cycling, trekking, and nature-lovers.
The Euganean area is also the ideal place for history lovers: among its distinctive conical peaks, it preserves evidence of a long history, rich in traces and artifacts that create a vast and intriguing cultural heritage.
Spas, Nature, History… and that's not all!
The Euganean Hills have also become a favorite destination for food and wine lovers, who have identified the area's excellent wines and cuisine as the perfect complement to the breathtaking scenery enjoyed from the restaurants, bars, and wineries nestled in the hilly landscape.
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