Bassano del Grappa, Historic commune in Vicenza Province, Italy
Description
Bassano del Grappa is a town in the Province of Vicenza in Veneto, positioned where the plains meet the foothills. The Brenta River cuts through the historic center, dividing the old quarter into two sections joined by a covered wooden bridge.
History
The settlement began in the 2nd century BC and developed into an agricultural estate during Roman times. The town joined the Venetian Republic in 1404 and remained part of its territory until Venetian rule ended.
Culture
The Ponte Vecchio serves as the town's landmark and has been rebuilt several times in wood after floods destroyed earlier versions. Locals gather along the Brenta riverbanks while visitors explore the Nardini distillery at the bridge's end, producing grappa since 1779.
Practical
The old town is easy to explore on foot, with most points of interest within a short walk from the Brenta riverbank. Parking areas are located on the outskirts, and the narrow lanes in the center are reserved for pedestrians.
Did you know?
The name honors Monte Grappa, a mountain north of the town where fierce battles took place during World War I. This connection to wartime history led the commune to officially change its name from Bassano to Bassano del Grappa in 1928.
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Palazzo Sturm
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