Discover Trieste
Events
Festivals, regattas, concerts under the stars.
Culture
History, museums, and literary atmospheres.
Nature
Woods, trails, and breathtaking panoramas.
Sea
Sunsets, swimming, and promenade walks.
Karst
Cliffs, caves, and silences suspended between earth and sky.
A city suspended between the sea and history
Visit Trieste
Main Points of Interest
Nature Experiences
Karst, sea, trails, and cycling.
- Karst cycling path: breathtaking views just minutes from the property
- Walks through vineyards, olive groves, and woods: starting directly from Le Lavandere
- Val Rosandra Nature Reserve or Napoleonic Road: ideal for trekking and photography
Flavors of Trieste
Immerse yourself in Trieste’s rich culinary tradition, where authentic flavors and diverse influences blend into unique dishes.
Among the typical dishes are Triestine Gnocchi (also in a sweet version), Jota (a hearty soup), Sardoni in Savòr, Cevapcici, Triestine Goulash served with gnocchi, desserts like Presnitz, Pinza, and Koch, and the unmissable coffee, a true local institution.
A Journey through Stories, Culture, and Authenticity.
Trieste According to
Le Lavandere
Notable Figures from Trieste
Giorgio Strehler
Great master of Italian theater, co-founder of the Piccolo Teatro in Milan, and innovator of the “director” role in the European scene. Born in Barcola (Trieste, 1921), he directed works by Goldoni, Brecht, and Shakespeare.
Boris Pahor
Slovenian writer from Trieste (1913–2022), survivor of Nazi camps, author of Necropolis. A reference figure in historical testimony and defense of Slovenian identity.
Susanna Tamaro
Italo Svevo
Triestine writer (1861–1928), author of Zeno’s Conscience, fundamental in modern literature.
Umberto Saba
Poet and writer (1883–1957), authentic voice of multiethnic Trieste, buried in Sant’Anna next to Svevo and Strehler.
https://it.wikipedia.org/wiki/Umberto_Saba
Nino Benvenuti
Triestine boxer, Olympic and world champion, symbol of discipline and determination.
Giordano Cottur
Triestine professional cyclist, multiple participant in the Giro d “Italia in the” 50s.
https://it.wikipedia.org/wiki/Giordano_Cottur
Vasco Vascotto
Famous Triestine sailor, multiple world champion and well-known face of the Adriatic Sea.
Marcello Dudovich
Pioneer of Italian advertising posters, lived between Vienna, Trieste, and Milan.
Juan Octavio Prenz
Margherita Hack
Astrophysicist and science communicator, buried in Sant’Anna Cemetery.
Authentic Tourism
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Morning walk in Barcola with a small basket: leave early for the promenade, accompanied by a basket of local products (Triestine focaccia, white wine), as if you were going shopping at the market.
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Stop at the fisherman at the bottom of Porto Vecchio: ask for a half portion of “boreto” (Triestine fish stew), directly from the boat: simple, flavorful, and immersed in the voices of the port.
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Guided house-to-house visit to the villages of farmers and white flowers: approach the old houses with gardens, ask families for their culinary secrets, storytelling, and memories of a forgotten Trieste.
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Ritual washing at the Fontego dei Tergesti: discover how the washerwomen of the past used this ancient washing place by the Timavo River (a long-lost urban relic), where community and dialect chatter once thrived.
Experience Trieste all year round
Culture and Events
BOLLICINE DI CONFINE
Cena degustazione al B&B Le Lavandere Sabato 14 marzo 2026Ore 20:00 Una serata dedicata alle bollicine di confine, dove il territorio si racconta senza etichette e il vino accompagna il piacere della tavola.Un’esperienza conviviale e guidata, pensata per chi ama...
Emotions in wine glass
A sensory journey between elegance and tradition, discovering Vitovska and the wines of the Karst November 4, 2025 – 6:00 PM ✨ Wine Tasting at B&B Le Lavandere ✨ Together with CV-Wine and the young winemaker Matej Colja, who will be present to share his passion...
Food and emotions
Free yourself from stress and cravings with the natural power of food. Macrobiotics and EFT Stress is the greatest accomplice to unhealthy food cravings: sugars, snacks, and foods that provide instant relief but weaken us over time.With this event, you will learn how...
Robbie Williams in Concert in Trieste!
On July 17, 2025 at the Nereo Rocco Stadium. Trieste is getting ready to welcome a true global pop music icon : Robbie Williams will be in concert on Thursday, July 17, 2025 at 9:00 PM , for an exclusive stop on his summer tour,...
BOLLICINE DI CONFINE
Cena degustazione al B&B Le Lavandere Sabato 14 marzo 2026Ore 20:00 Una serata dedicata alle bollicine di confine, dove il territorio si racconta senza etichette e il vino accompagna il piacere della tavola.Un’esperienza conviviale e guidata, pensata per chi ama...
Emotions in wine glass
A sensory journey between elegance and tradition, discovering Vitovska and the wines of the Karst November 4, 2025 – 6:00 PM ✨ Wine Tasting at B&B Le Lavandere ✨ Together with CV-Wine and the young winemaker Matej Colja, who will be present to share his passion...
Food and emotions
Free yourself from stress and cravings with the natural power of food. Macrobiotics and EFT Stress is the greatest accomplice to unhealthy food cravings: sugars, snacks, and foods that provide instant relief but weaken us over time.With this event, you will learn how...
Robbie Williams in Concert in Trieste!
On July 17, 2025 at the Nereo Rocco Stadium. Trieste is getting ready to welcome a true global pop music icon : Robbie Williams will be in concert on Thursday, July 17, 2025 at 9:00 PM , for an exclusive stop on his summer tour,...
Cirque Du Soleil Returns to Trieste
“Alegría – in a New Light” A Major Event by Il Rossetti. Need a Place to Stay? We're Waiting for You at Le Lavandere. Trieste is preparing to welcome one of the most anticipated events of the summer: the return of Cirque du Soleil with the show "Alegría – In a New...
Le Lavandere and the New Tourism: between Silence, Greenery, and Authenticity
At Le Lavandere, You Travel Slowly, amidst Silence, Greenery, and Authenticity In recent years, a different way of traveling has been emerging. More and more people feel the need to leave the frenzy behind, slow down, and reconnect with nature and themselves. It's...
