Landscape

On the west side of this tourist village we come across one of the most characteristic spots in
Eraclea Mare, the Laguna del Mort, which was created after the exceptional Piave flooding in
1935.

The extreme part of the Laguna del Mort is called “Valle Ossi”: 260 hectares of greenery, of great naturalistic interest, where various animal species can be sighted.
Year after year this reservoir is inhabited by hundreds of lagoon and sea birds, making this a perfect habitat for many species. Cormorans, sea swallows and little grebe (dabchick) stopover during migration.

The lagoons low and calm waters are rich in phytoplankton, where shellfish(clams, oyster, crab), mullet, plaice and solefish live.

Eraclea Mare is the right place to start exploring and discovering the area on foot and by bike:

the city and the pine forest, the Laguna del Mort and its unspoiled nature, characterized by dirt paths where you can also meet the local fauna, grey herons, swans, pheasants, hares.

But that’s not all! The inland area also offers picturesque landscapes among the countryside, farms, and hamlets and their small villages.
Finally, and not least, Eraclea Mare allows for easy access to other nearby seaside towns, all within a short distance: Caorle, Jesolo, Cavallino.

1. Eraclea Mare – Caorle

Discover the hidden Veneto: a ring of nature and tradition!

Start from Eraclea Mare and immerse yourself in a unique itinerary, among unspoiled natural landscapes and charming villages.

– Cortellazzo: secondary roads between farms
– Eraclea, Torre di Fine, Brian, Ca’Corniani: glimpses of the Venetian countryside
– Caorle: the city of fishermen and its colorful houses
– Return to Eraclea Mare via Porto Santa Margherita, Altanea and Duna Verde

Follow the steps of this journey and let yourself be enchanted: https://www.piste-ciclabili.com/itinerari/3724-eraclea-caorle-anello

2. Caorle – Eraclea Mare – Jesolo – Cavallino

On a bike, discover the Venetian coast!

You will travel 35 km of coastline, from east to west and vice versa, passing through:

Caorle > Porto Santa Margherita > Duna Verde > Eraclea Mare > Cortellazzo > Jesolo Lido > Cavallino > (optional) Treporti and Punta Sabbioni

An ideal itinerary to discover hidden corners and enjoy the sea and nature. Follow the stages: https://www.piste-ciclabili.com/itinerari/2062-caorle-cavallino

3. Between Piave and Livenza

Between Piave and Livenza, a journey into nature!

From Torre di Fine, a stone’s throw from Eraclea Mare, a unique itinerary begins:

– Explore the canals between Caorle and Eraclea
– Arrives in San Giorgio di Livenza
– Discover the rice fields of the Tenuta la Fagiana (Brian)
Return to Torre di Fine along the Canale Revedoli and dirt roads.

A journey through water, countryside, and history. Follow all the stages here: https://www.piste-ciclabili.com/itinerari/3999-tra-piave-e-livenza

4. Cycling Tour and the Great Land Reclamation

Cycling around the Reclamation area is considerably interesting (approximately 20 kilometres), which reveals the extraordinary hydraulic works (canals, reservoirs) which were dug up with immense human effort using shovels and wheelbarrows, making agricultural and economic development possible in the area.

During your excursion you can admire the endless fields cultivated with vineyards, maize, grain and other products, also monumental, pumps, abandoned farm houses which at one time were accommodated by up to 50-60 people, woods full of ash trees, black poplar trees, walnut and sycamore trees.

Venice, the city on the water!

Built on over 100 islands, Venice is a maze of canals and bridges that wind through a thousand-year history. Boats are the main way to explore the city, offering a unique perspective on its beauty.

Venice, rich in art, history, and culture, is a destination for all times of the year:
– Carnival: the oldest in the world (February)
– Biennale: art and architecture exhibitions (all year round)
– Venice Film Festival: one of the most prestigious film events (September)
– Redentore Festival: regattas and fireworks on the lagoon (July)

Live Venice like a true Venetian:
– Glide through the canals in a gondola
– Take the vaporetto
– Savor the delicious cicchetti

A city that will surprise you at every corner!

What to see in Venice:

St. Mark’s Square and its Basilica
Ducal Palace
The Bridge of Sighs
the Rialto neighborhood, the bridge, and the market
La Fenice Theatre
Canareggio, the Jewish Ghetto
Peggy Guggenheim Collection
Galleries of the Academy

For the entertainment of the youngest:
Leonardo Da Vinci Museum
Natural History Museum

How to reach Venice from Eraclea Mare

1. Quickly: with a single ticket, you can travel by bus from
– Portofelice Campsite
Via Marinella
– Eraclea Mare Bus Station
and then by ferry from Punta Sabbioni
Buy the ticket online here (website under development)
or at a tobacconist (Via Dancalia no. 15) or at the reception of the Portofelice Campsite (only for guests).
2. Train: from San Donà di Piave-Jesolo station, take the direct train to Venice Santa Lucia.
3. Car: drive to Punta Sabbioni and buy tickets for the ferry to Venice (every half hour) and the islands. Schedules and prices:
4. Motorboat: from the port of Caorle, a charming excursion along the coast to Venice. Consult and book:

Choose the most convenient option for you!

Be aware of the Access Fee:

If you want to visit Venice, be aware of the Access Fee.
To preserve the beautiful places and the magical atmosphere typical of the lagoon city from the excessive influx of tourists eager to enjoy this Italian pearl, to guarantee an enviable experience, an access contribution is required on specific dates in 2026:

The Access Fee applies only on the days highlighted in red. On the days not highlighted (white days), the fee does not apply and no payment is required.

Visit the site and find out what you need to do in a few simple steps: https://cda.veneziaunica.it/contributo-di-accesso

Murano

One of the most characteristic islands of Venice, famous for its blown glass craftsmanship, is home to workshops dedicated to this ancient art among its alleys that have breathed centuries of glassmaking tradition. The famous Murano glass artifacts are sold as unique pieces due to the artisanal techniques, colors, and shapes that are the result of the mastery of the island’s inhabitants, who also established the Murano Glass School to teach glassblowing to young people eager to discover this magical craft. Wonderful glass works can be seen at the Murano Glass Museum.

Buy here the tickets: https://museovetro.visitmuve.it/

Burano

A corner of the lagoon among the most suggestive and peaceful, which stands out for its colorful fishermen’s houses that, thanks to their bright colors, were able to find their way home even at night and in the fog. But that’s not all, in Burano you can find the typical Venetian cuisine and the lace-making tradition at the Lace Museum

https://museomerletto.visitmuve.it/

which fits into a unique atmosphere perfect for magnificent photographs!

Torcello

The island of Torcello, a quiet and peaceful corner of the Venice lagoon, is a jewel with a decadent charm to be discovered, full of museums and cultural attractions, without forgetting the Devil’s Bridge! The atmosphere of Torcello is suspended in time and its calm is interrupted only by delicious restaurants and a few characteristic inns.

Trieste

Two hours by train or car from Venice is Trieste, a multicultural border city with typical Gothic and Venetian, as well as Austro-Hungarian, architecture. A port city renowned for shipbuilding, it hosts the Nautical Exhibition every year and La Barcolana, a historic international sailing regatta that fills the waters of the Adriatic with thousands of boats and sailors every second Sunday in October.

Why not take a seaside vacation and dedicate a trip to the beautiful Trieste?

Things to see in Trieste:

Unity of Italy Square

The Audace panoramic pier

TeatrCattedrale and the Roman San Giusto Castle

Miramare Castle

The waterfront

And there is much more in every corner of the city among its canals, bridges, and historic cafes, which were also frequented by the author James Joyce!

How to reach Trieste

From San Donà di Piave (20 minutes by car from Eraclea Mare), take the train and arrive in Trieste in just 2 hours, or drive to the city!

Treviso

A city with a medieval historic center, pedestrian streets, and bridges over the Sile River, with a strong wine tradition that offers various tasting experiences in the area.
Only 1 hour from Eraclea Mare!

What to see in Treviso:

Piazza dei Signori
Duomo
Civic Museum
Buranelli Channel

Padova

Antica città romana, con un centro storico ricco di storia e arte a 1 ora di auto da Eraclea Mare!

Cosa vedere a Padova:

Basilica di Sant’Antonio
Cappella degli Scrovegni con affreschi di Giotto
Piazza delle Erbe e della Frutta e Piazza dei Signori
Prato della Valle
Palazzo della Ragione
Palazzo Bo e Gabinetto Anatomico
Orto Botanico (uno dei più antichi d’Europa)

Acquafollie

The water park in Caorle, just 15 minutes from Eraclea Mare, is perfect for family entertainment!

Acquafollie is full of attractions and water slides for the little ones and the very little ones (even a dedicated mini club), relax and enjoy a fun day with moments for games, baby dance, group dances!

Visit the website to find out more https://www.aquafollie.it/scopri-il-parco/

and buy tickets at Agenzia Europa too!

Caribe Bay

Water park with white beaches, adrenaline-fueled attractions, and shows for fun-filled days, just 20 minutes from Eraclea Mare! A large refreshment area to satisfy all tastes, entertainment, a Tibetan bridge, bungee jumping, many adventurous slides, and an equipped children’s area.

Visit the site and discover all the activities you can do only at CaribeBay!

https://www.caribebay.it/

Outlet

Spend a day shopping and relaxing in the characteristic McArthur Glen Outlet in Noventa di Piave! You’ll find all the major clothing brands and more at discounted prices, as well as food outlets and play areas for kids!

The Outlet is located in Via Marco Polo 1 in Noventa di Piave, half an hour from Eraclea Mare!

In the countryside, behind Eraclea Mare, ” La Fagiana” an agricultural farm, cultivates a product that seems strange to be produced in this area: it’s top quality rice.
You can buy retail, along with other products such as wine, microbrew beer, and rice flower from the factory shop. Here its website: https://www.lafagiana.com/

Another local company “La Spiga”, founded by the Gaggia family at the beginning of the twentieth century, cultivates special quality walnuts, among the best in Italy.
Here you can buy the walnuts and admire a rich collection of old nutcrackers. Here its website: https://www.cuordinoce.it/

Very popular in the neighboring countryside are the farmhouses, where it is possible to know and try the dishes of the local culinary tradition.

The Agriturismo De Faveri, just 5 km from Eraclea Mare, is a family-run business, run with passion since 1950, integrating crops and livestock with the direct transformation of raw materials, the sale and proposal of cured meats , sausages, sweet and sour vegetables, cheese, fresh pasta and meat-based main courses.

Here its website: https://www.agriturismodefaveri.it/

On the road that runs along the embankment towards San Donà di Piave we find the Agriturismo Coda di Gatto, with typical local cuisine and with its own produce, such as Palazzetto asparagus and seasonal vegetables. You can also buy typical products tasted at the table such as sausages and jams.

Here its website: https://codadigatto.com/

In Ca’ Pirami, in the outskirts of Jesolo, you will find the butcher shop from Tenuta Valcasoni, where nature is queen and where all products sold in the shop come from.All activities work in harmony with the Sun and the soil, following the passing of seasons and co-operating to help each other grow.

Here its website: https://www.tenutavalcasoni.it/

Venédia Fattorie is a farm and dairy in Eraclea, municipality of Venice, that has been producing buffalo and goat milk for years, with professionalism and experience, alsoworking on their transformation into 100% natural dairy products, like mozzarellas, burratas, ricottas, panna cottas, yogurts, and much more, all without preservatives or chemical additives.

Here its website: https://www.venediafattorie.it/

The countryside around Eraclea offers the territory a wide choice of zero-kilometer products, which can be bought or tasted in the numerous restaurants: fruit, vegetables, various types of flour, rice, nuts, fish and meat raised on the ground, sausages, wine…

Here are some traditional dishes:

Adriatic fried fish,
grilled or stewed eel,
bean soup,
cured meats prepared by skilled hands that have inherited the methods and secrets of tradition,
grilled mullets and mullet-like fish,
Venetian-style salted cod,
sepia in stew with ink,
an endless variety of risottos (typical of these lands is the rice with fegadini that, according to the old people, brings the dead back to life),
Sarde in saor and a thousand other fish and meat dishes.

Among the wines, the Raboso, typical of these areas, is worth mentioning, a sparkling, sweet and sour wine, as well as Cabernet, Malbech, Merlot, Pinot blanc, Pinot gris, and Sauvignon.