Patronage

Patronage

Volta Mantovana is a village in the Upper Mantua area, set among morainic hills and gently rolling landscapes about fifteen kilometers from Lake Garda. In the heart of the town, traces of history and architecture emerge, from Palazzo Gonzaga-Guerrieri to the Castle. The parish church dedicated to Saint Mary Magdalene anchors the town center with a strong, recognizable identity. Here, nature and memory intertwine along the Mincio River as well, where remains of a prehistoric pile-dwelling settlement have been discovered. An intimate place rich in atmosphere—perfect for hosting gatherings, creativity, and community.

Volta Mantovana is a village in the Upper Mantua area, set among morainic hills and gently rolling landscapes about fifteen kilometers from Lake Garda. In the heart of the town, traces of history and architecture emerge, from Palazzo Gonzaga-Guerrieri to the Castle. The parish church dedicated to Saint Mary Magdalene anchors the town center with a strong, recognizable identity. Here, nature and memory intertwine along the Mincio River as well, where remains of a prehistoric pile-dwelling settlement have been discovered. An intimate place rich in atmosphere—perfect for hosting gatherings, creativity, and community.

Mantua is an art city nestled among the waters of the lakes formed by the Mincio, with a compact, scenic historic center. For centuries it was one of Italy’s most influential courts, tied to the Gonzaga family, who shaped its cultural and architectural identity. Walking through its squares and arcades, you’ll come across Renaissance masterpieces, monumental palaces, and vistas that feel like a natural film set. The Ducal Palace and Palazzo Te tell the story of a past defined by politics, patronage, and creativity. Alongside its history, the city keeps an elegant, livable pace, with museums, theaters, and waterfront views. A place where beauty and atmosphere blend—ideal for hosting events and communities in search of inspiration.

Volta Mantovana is a village in the Upper Mantua area, set among morainic hills and gently rolling landscapes about fifteen kilometers from Lake Garda. In the heart of the town, traces of history and architecture emerge, from Palazzo Gonzaga-Guerrieri to the Castle. The parish church dedicated to Saint Mary Magdalene anchors the town center with a strong, recognizable identity. Here, nature and memory intertwine along the Mincio River as well, where remains of a prehistoric pile-dwelling settlement have been discovered. An intimate place rich in atmosphere—perfect for hosting gatherings, creativity, and community.

Sabbioneta is a small jewel of the Mantua area, born as a Renaissance “ideal city” project—orderly and harmonious in its proportions. Conceived and shaped by Vespasiano Gonzaga, it still preserves the urban layout designed for a modern, efficient, and striking town. Its walls and fortifications encircle a compact historic core, where every street seems to lead to a square or a landmark building. Among its most emblematic sites are the Ducal Palace, the long Galleria degli Antichi, and the Teatro all’Antica—one of the earliest permanent theaters of the modern age. Strolling through Sabbioneta means stepping into a suspended atmosphere, made of geometry, silence, and period details. A unique place, where history and beauty come together naturally and effortlessly.

Sabbioneta is a small jewel of the Mantua area, born as a Renaissance “ideal city” project—orderly and harmonious in its proportions. Conceived and shaped by Vespasiano Gonzaga, it still preserves the urban layout designed for a modern, efficient, and striking town. Its walls and fortifications encircle a compact historic core, where every street seems to lead to a square or a landmark building. Among its most emblematic sites are the Ducal Palace, the long Galleria degli Antichi, and the Teatro all’Antica—one of the earliest permanent theaters of the modern age. Strolling through Sabbioneta means stepping into a suspended atmosphere, made of geometry, silence, and period details. A unique place, where history and beauty come together naturally and effortlessly.

Ponti sul Mincio is a small village in the Upper Mantua area, set between the countryside and the Garda morainic hills, where the Mincio River becomes part of everyday life and the surrounding landscape. It is the northernmost municipality in the province of Mantua and lies within the protected area of the Mincio Park, among green trails and riverside bike paths. The village sits at the foot of the Scaligero Castle, a medieval fortress overlooking the valley from its commanding position. Here, history is also written in its fortifications: just a short walk away stands Forte Ardietti, part of the 19th-century defensive system linked to the Peschiera area. Between nature and military architecture, Ponti retains an intimate, authentic atmosphere—ideal for those seeking beauty without the rush. A place of passage and connection, where land, memory, and landscape blend seamlessly.

Ponti sul Mincio è un borgo dell’Alto Mantovano, immerso tra la campagna e le colline moreniche del Garda, dove il fiume Mincio diventa parte del paesaggio quotidiano. È il comune più a nord della provincia di Mantova e rientra nell’area protetta del Parco del Mincio, tra percorsi verdi e piste ciclabili lungo la riva. Il paese si sviluppa ai piedi del Castello Scaligero, una roccaforte medievale in posizione dominante sulla valle. Qui la storia si legge anche nelle fortificazioni: a pochi passi si trova il Forte Ardietti, legato al sistema difensivo ottocentesco dell’area di Peschiera. Tra natura e architettura militare, Ponti mantiene un’atmosfera raccolta e autentica, perfetta per chi cerca bellezza senza frenesia. Un luogo di passaggio e incontro, dove territorio, memoria e paesaggio si fondono in modo naturale.

Monzambano is a municipality in the Upper Mantua area, set among the morainic hills south of Lake Garda, in a landscape of greenery and open horizons. The territory is mostly hilly and keeps a calm character, typical of villages shaped by borders, cultures, and historic routes. Its roots also look toward Veneto: the local parish belonged to the Diocese of Verona until 1977, a sign of a long-standing connection with that region. Even the name points to Latin origins, from mons (“mountain”) and Zambanus, a personal name. Beyond the main town, hamlets such as Castellaro Lagusello add charm and identity to the area. An intimate place among the hills, where history and landscape intertwine naturally.

Sabbioneta is a small jewel of the Mantua area, born as a Renaissance “ideal city” project—orderly and harmonious in its proportions. Conceived and shaped by Vespasiano Gonzaga, it still preserves the urban layout designed for a modern, efficient, and striking town. Its walls and fortifications encircle a compact historic core, where every street seems to lead to a square or a landmark building. Among its most emblematic sites are the Ducal Palace, the long Galleria degli Antichi, and the Teatro all’Antica—one of the earliest permanent theaters of the modern age. Strolling through Sabbioneta means stepping into a suspended atmosphere, made of geometry, silence, and period details. A unique place, where history and beauty come together naturally and effortlessly.

Gazoldo Degli Ippoliti

Gazoldo degli Ippoliti is a municipality in the province of Mantua, in the Po Valley, set between the Oglio and Mincio rivers and just a short distance from the provincial capital. Its current name, adopted in 1879, refers to the Ippoliti family, who left a lasting mark on the town’s history and residences. The ancient Via Postumia also passes through here—a Roman route that for centuries connected people, goods, and territories across Northern Italy. Among its historic estates stands Villa Ippoliti, a 16th-century building that today hosts a museum dedicated to modern and contemporary art from the Upper Mantua area. The town center preserves local landmarks such as Palazzo Ippoliti and the parish church, long-standing points of reference for the community. A quiet, authentic village where memory, landscape, and culture come together naturally.

Gazoldo Degli Ippoliti

Gazoldo degli Ippoliti is a municipality in the province of Mantua, in the Po Valley, set between the Oglio and Mincio rivers and just a short distance from the provincial capital. Its current name, adopted in 1879, refers to the Ippoliti family, who left a lasting mark on the town’s history and residences. The ancient Via Postumia also passes through here—a Roman route that for centuries connected people, goods, and territories across Northern Italy. Among its historic estates stands Villa Ippoliti, a 16th-century building that today hosts a museum dedicated to modern and contemporary art from the Upper Mantua area. The town center preserves local landmarks such as Palazzo Ippoliti and the parish church, long-standing points of reference for the community. A quiet, authentic village where memory, landscape, and culture come together naturally.

GUIDIZZOLO

Guidizzolo is a municipality in the Upper Mantua area, in the Po Valley, at the foot of the morainic hills that lead the eye toward Lake Garda, halfway between Mantua and Brescia. A land of crossings and borders, it carries a history marked by ancient disputes—already mentioned in a medieval peace treaty signed here. In the historic center, the town’s identity stands out in its 18th-century church and civic tower, a landmark overlooking the main square. Just outside the village, the Romanesque Oratory of San Lorenzo adds a quiet, evocative touch, set amid greenery. Today, Guidizzolo is supported by strong, modern agriculture alongside commerce and local production traditions, from textiles to mechanical industries. A grounded, authentic town where landscape, memory, and everyday life remain in balance.

GUIDIZZOLO

Guidizzolo is a municipality in the Upper Mantua area, in the Po Valley, at the foot of the morainic hills that lead the eye toward Lake Garda, halfway between Mantua and Brescia. A land of crossings and borders, it carries a history marked by ancient disputes—already mentioned in a medieval peace treaty signed here. In the historic center, the town’s identity stands out in its 18th-century church and civic tower, a landmark overlooking the main square. Just outside the village, the Romanesque Oratory of San Lorenzo adds a quiet, evocative touch, set amid greenery. Today, Guidizzolo is supported by strong, modern agriculture alongside commerce and local production traditions, from textiles to mechanical industries. A grounded, authentic town where landscape, memory, and everyday life remain in balance.