Udine is a city in northern Italy in the Friuli Venezia Giulia region, on the northeastern edge of the Venetian Plain. Udine is a lively place with wonderful architecture, charming taverns, art-filled museums, churches and tenement houses. Nature complements the wonderful Italian climate. The wonderful mountains and nearby lakes are a picturesque landscape that pleases the eye of every tourist.
Udine is located in the central-eastern part of the Friuli Venezia Giulia – Friuli -Venezia Giulia region. The region borders on Slovenia to the east, Austria to the north, and the Adriatic Sea to the south. Udine is approximately 40 km from the Slovenian border and less than 90 km from the Austrian border. The surrounding landscape is formed by the peaks of the Julian and Carnic Alps, the highest of which is Hohe Warte, also known as Coglians, with a height of 2,780 m above sea level.
Drive:
The A23 – Alpe-Adria motorway runs through the city, constituting one of the most important Alpine routes. It connects the Alps with the Adriatic Sea. The city has a railway station, Stazione Ferroviaria di Udine, from which trains depart to various parts of the world. You will go from here, among others: to Ljubljana, Vienna, Trieste. In addition, Udine is located 40 km from the nearest airport.
Sightseeing:
Travelers who love Italy and want to see the city’s main attractions should definitely go to Freedom Square – Piazza Libertà. This is the main square, which is a favorite meeting place for residents. Piazza Libertà is also the oldest square in the town, while the Gothic town hall standing next to it – Loggia del Lionello – is considered one of the most beautiful palaces in all of Italy. The size and splendor of the Loggia del Lionello is strikingly reminiscent of Venetian palaces. It is worth knowing that in the past Udine was dependent on the Republic of Venice. In addition to the town hall in Udine, it is also worth seeing: the clock tower – Torre dell’Orologio, Palazzo Patriarcale and Oratorio della Puritá.
Piazza della Libertà
Torre dell’Orologio
Loggia del Lionello
Palazzo Patriarcale
Palazzo Patriarcale
Oratorio della Puritá
The most important attractions are undoubtedly the 16th-century castle, which now houses a museum and an art gallery.
The Galleria d’Arte Antica (Gallery of Ancient Art) was established in 1866 and forms an important part of the Castle Museums. Located on the first floor, it comprises thirteen rooms, the last of which is used for temporary exhibitions. The works exhibited form a largely homogeneous collection, most having been produced by local and Venetian artists from the second half of the fourteenth century to the early nineteenth century. However, there is also a significant number of paintings deriving from other regions and European countries. These masterpieces are of indisputable value and greatly enrich the city’s collections.
Udine Castle
Udine Castle
Galleria d’Arte Antica
In September, Piazza Matteotti hosts a wine festival. It is worth trying the regional white wine, Tokaj Fruliański, as well as a stronger drink – grappa.
Piazza Giacomo Matteotti
It is worth visiting the area around Tarvisio, where there are two unique lakes. The easily accessible Fusine lakes (Laghi di Fusine) are located in the heart of the Julian Alps, almost at the junction of three countries – Italy, Austria and Slovenia, and they delight at any time of the year, it’s something amazing. Lago Superiore (Upper) and Lago Inferiore (Lower), together are called Laghi di Fusine. For those who love nature, this is a real treat.
