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.
Unique experiences
Slow your pace and discover the soul of Trieste through nature, flavors, and well-being.
Le Lavandere is not just a place to rest, but the ideal starting point to explore Trieste and its magnificent territory in an authentic way. We have selected a series of extra activities and services for our guests, designed to bring you into deep harmony with our land and to give you unforgettable memories.
Whether you want to immerse yourself in the nature of the Karst, savor the genuine products of our partner wineries, or indulge in a moment of deep inner relaxation, here you will find the right inspiration to enrich your stay. Discover our proposals, choose the experience that's right for you, and let yourself be guided by curiosity.
Trieste Experience
Remember to mention that you are a guest of B&B Country house Le Lavandere to receive a small welcome gift / a special discount!
Bike Rental
Explore Trieste on Two Wheels: Bike and E-Bike Rental with FunActive Rent
Want to discover the beauties of Trieste, the wonderful coast, and the suggestive Karst in total freedom? Renting a bicycle or a comfortable e-bike is the best way to move around the city in a sustainable and fun way. Thanks to FunActive Rent, a local reference point for cycle tourists, you will have high-quality vehicles at your disposal for every type of route, with the possibility of starting conveniently from the historic center. Step out of B&B Le Lavandere, hop in the saddle, and let yourself be enchanted by the view of the Gulf!
Contacts and Bookings:
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Address: Corso Cavour 7, 34132 Trieste (a few steps from the sea)
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Phone / WhatsApp: +39 351 857 8878
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Email: rent@funactive.info
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Hours: Monday – Sunday: 8:30 AM – 12:30 PM / 2:00 PM – 6:00 PM
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More Info:
funactive.rent/noleggio-bici-trieste
Winery Tasting
Discover the Flavors of the Karst: Wine and Oil Tasting at Sancin
Enrich your stay with an authentic food and wine experience just 15-20 minutes from the center of Trieste. The Sancin Agricultural Estate will open its doors to guide you on a true journey through the scents and flavors of our territory. Accompanied by expert Sommeliers (who speak Italian, English, German, Slovenian, and Croatian), you can customize your experience or choose from various tasting packages (starting from just €11). In addition to excellent local wines, you can taste their prized extra virgin olive oil, accompanied by bread, breadsticks, or rich platters of local cold cuts and cheeses. An unmissable opportunity to experience the true essence of Trieste!
Contacts and Bookings:
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Contact Person: Devan Sancin
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Phone / WhatsApp: +39 328 5915990
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Hours: Monday - Friday: 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM | Saturday: 9:00 AM - 3:00 PM.
(Also available at other times or on Sundays by appointment).
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 to modern literature.
Umberto Saba
Poet and writer (1883–1957), authentic voice of multi-ethnic Trieste, buried at 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 tenacity.
Giordano Cottur
Professional Triestine cyclist, multiple Giro d’Italia participant in the 1950s.
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 the Italian advertising poster, lived between Vienna, Trieste, and Milan.
Juan Octavio Prenz
Margherita Hack
Astrophysicist and science communicator, buried in the Sant’Anna Cemetery.
Authentic Tourism
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Morning walk in Barcola with a small basket: set out early for the promenade, bringing 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 bottom fisherman in Porto Vecchio: ask for a half portion of “boreto” (Triestine-style fish stew), directly from the boat: simple, flavorful, and immersed in the voices of the port.
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House-by-house guided visit to the villages of farmers and white flowers: approach the old houses with gardens, ask families for their cooking 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 washhouse near the Timavo river (a long urban relic), where community and dialect chatter once thrived.
Experience Trieste all year round
