The best MTB trails around Silea

Altino: inhabited since the Bronze Age, it was a sanctuary of the Veneti in the Iron Age. The god Altino/Altno was worshipped here. The city of Altinum was built in the Roman Republic and had 20-30,000 inhabitants. It was located surrounded by canals near the lagoon and was an important trade hub between sea and land. Under Emperor Claudius (15 BC-46/47 AD), the Via Claudia Augusta was built, which had its starting point here and ran via Trento, Reschen, Fernpass and Augsburg to the Danube (near Donauwörth). In addition, it met the Via Annia from Aquileia here in Altinum. In 452, Attila destroyed the city, and subsequently, it served as a quarry for the city of Venice. The museum, including the archaeological excavations, is a must for history enthusiasts and highly recommended. Allow a good 2 hours for it.

One of the most beautiful flat cycle paths, here we are next to the sports facilities of Portegrandi

Because it is on one of the most beautiful flat cycle paths that connects Treviso with Jesolo up to Punta Sabbioni

Some images of the municipality of Casale sul Sile. https://it.wikipedia.org/wiki/Casale_sul_Sile

Located close to the walls of Treviso, the 17th-century Mulini Mandelli complex represents one of the most fascinating examples of Venetian industrial archaeology. Built at the confluence of the Sile and Storga rivers, for centuries it dictated the rhythm of the city's economic life thanks to the power of water. Today, the area is the protagonist of a profound urban regeneration signed by the Matteo Thun studio, which aims to transform the ancient structures into an eco-sustainable residential village by 2027. The project blends historical preservation and modernity, planning public green spaces and cycle-pedestrian paths that will return this iconic place to the community, celebrating the indissoluble link between water and the city's architecture.

The Municipality of Silea is located at Via Roma 21, in the heart of the city center. The building is not only the administrative center of the municipality, but it represents an architectural landmark set in a well-kept urban context, a short distance from the banks of the Sile river and the nature trails that make the area famous. The main offices for citizens are housed at the municipal seat, including the Registry Office, the Technical Office, and Social Services. If you need specific information on opening hours or building practices, the Municipality usually receives by appointment or with differentiated hours during the week, with morning openings from Monday to Friday and afternoon returns on certain specific days.

The Dante Bridge, located in Treviso at the point where the Sile receives the waters of the Cagnan, is one of the most famous and symbolic places in the city. Originally called Ponte dell'Impossibile (Bridge of the Impossible) due to construction difficulties related to the current, it owes its current name to Dante Alighieri's quote in the 9th canto of Paradiso: «dove Sile e Cagnan s'accompagna» (where Sile and Cagnan accompany each other). To celebrate the sixth centenary of the supreme poet's birth, a commemorative stele was erected next to the bridge in 1865. The area, known as "Riviera Santa Margherita", offers one of the most picturesque views of Treviso, characterized by the evocative meeting of the two rivers that defines the hydrographic and poetic identity of the historic center. Even today, it represents a fundamental stop for anyone wishing to discover the inseparable link between literature and the Treviso landscape.

The Ciclovia il GiraSile is a fascinating cycle-pedestrian path that follows the placid course of the Sile river, winding through the heart of the Regional Natural Park between Treviso and Jesolo. Immersed in a river landscape of rare beauty, the itinerary crosses wetlands, riparian woods, and historic villages, offering a regenerating escape in contact with biodiversity. The route is distinguished by the famous "Restera", the raised embankment where oxen once pulled barges upstream. Along the way, you will encounter the evocative cemeteries of the burci, ancient sunken boats that create an almost magical atmosphere. The path is flat and suitable for everyone, perfect for those seeking a slow experience amidst crystal-clear waters, Venetian villas, and the sweet song of local nature.