Pozzolengo is defined as the last terrace of the wine-growing area that boasts the aromatic “Lugana wine”. Pozzolengo lies among the morainic hills on the border of the provinces of Brescia, Mantua and Verona between the Veneto and Lombardy regions, This area is enjoys a mild climate all year around thanks to the influence of Lake Garda, which enables the development of unique plant and animal species.
Besides that, Pozzolengo demonstrates its culinary specialities such as its Deco Salami, along with the harmonious Lugana Wine. In fact many Lugana wine producers are devoted to the cultivation of this grape. other bio products such as honey, saffron, and exotic fruits have recently been introduced and become high quality products, especially in the case of jams and spices. COMPARTE dedicated themed itineraries.
This town is dominated by its imposing medieval castle which is still inhabited. Another peculiar highlight is the parish church dedicated to San Lawrence Martyr, which preserves a magnificent painting by Andrea Celesti and colourful frescoes. Above all, the building contains a precious organ signed by the Antegnati family, the best organ builder of Italy.
The Nectar Route trekking tour
The so-called “Via del Nettare” (Road of Nectar) winds between a castle and former convents and monasteries and leads to a stop at the “Muras farm”, where the purest Saffron of Pozzolengo is cultivated. After this stop on the tour moves toward another site where genuine and tasty products are produced.
The old 800’s: artists, soldiers and freedom
This itinerary aims to illustrate the 19th century local celebrities who made its spaces. They include a general, soldiers, an architect, a photographer, and a primary school teacher. The latter, in particular, dedicated his glorious anthem to the place. In 1859, Pozzolengo was involved in the Second War of Independence, and accommodated many military officers and forces.
COMPARTE guides visitors through the urban streets and tells of the adventures and misadventures of these celebrities and of their legacy to posterity. The tour ends with a tasting “pozzolenghese snack”: pa co l’oio (bread with flavoured oil), salam DE.CO and a glass of wine.”