History and culture
San Stino di Livenza has a rich history which is reflected in its architecture and local culture. The main square, Piazza Aldo Moro, is the centre of community life and hosts various social events. Here you will also find the Memorial Plaque to the Victims of the First World War. Czechoslovak Legionnaires, captured by Austro-Hungarian soldiers because they fought alongside the Italian army for the freedom of their homeland, were executed here.
There are historic villas and churches around the town, such as Villa Zeno, designed by Renaissance architect Andrea Palladio and located nearby in Cessalto.
San Stino di Livenza also has an interesting castle in its historic centre. Castello di San Stino, has a rich history dating back to the 12th century. The first papal bull mentioning the castle of San Stino dates back to 1186. In 1388 it was conquered and burned by the Venetians, but over time it became the residence for noble Venetian families.
The castle is more like a palace than a typical fortification. It is surrounded by dense vegetation and set in a beautiful avenue leading to the local church. Today, visits are limited to the exterior, as the castle is privately owned, but it is still an important historical monument of the town.
Tourist attractions and activities
There are various attractions to enjoy when visiting San Stino. In addition to historical monuments, there are several botanical gardens, such as the Giardino Botanico della Scuola Media Statale "E. Toti" in Musile di Piave.
The city is also surrounded by natural beauties such as parks and the Livenza River, which offer opportunities for recreational activities (hiking and cycling).
The Livenza River, which flows through the town, offers picturesque scenery and opportunities for recreational activities such as fishing and canoeing. The Malgher Canal, in turn, adds another water feature to the town, contributing to its special atmosphere and agricultural prosperity. One of the legends associated with the town even tells of a mysterious lake spirit that supposedly protects the local waters from pollution. According to the legend, the spirit appears on foggy mornings and guarantees the purity of the water.
We mustn't forget gastronomic tourism. The area around San Stino di Livenza is famous for its quality wine production. Famous wineries include Borgo Stajnbech, where varieties such as Merlot, Cabernet Sauvignon and Chardonnay are grown. Local restaurants serve typical Venetian dishes. These include specialities such as Bisàt della Livenza, a dish made with eels from the Livenza River.
Parco Livenza
The real attraction in San Stino Parco Livenza. The only one of its kind in the Veneto region, 800 metres from the San Stino di Livenza motorway exit, it is visited every year by people from neighbouring provinces, surrounding regions and abroad. It has a large free car park and you can find everything you can think of!
The Parco Livenza has a swimming centre with three indoor pools and one outdoor pool with solarium, two beach playgrounds, a volleyball courts, two mini-soccer fields, two tennis/football courts, including one indoor court, a gym with weight room, a wellness center, cardio fitness, sports facilities activities, 18-hole miniature golf course, playground for the little ones, inflatable playground, conference roomcatering facilities and for those who love flying, a well-equipped airport with a flying school.
For those who want to explore more of Veneto, the town makes a great day trip from nearby destinations such as Caorle (about 20 mins by car) or Lido di Jesolo (about 35 mins).
