A week to slow down, observe, and rediscover the profound connection between humanity and the environment.
From Saturday, April 25th to Friday, May 1st, the Gardens of the Royal Palace of Venaria become an open-air laboratory dedicated to biodiversity and sustainability, with meetings, themed tours, experiential activities, and workshops for all ages.
On April 25th, Liberation Day, the special dawn opening invites you to experience the Gardens in a new light (for more information, see the page ''April 25th Liberates Nature. Dawn in the Gardens'').
Program (April 26th and May 1st)
Little Worlds in the Garden - 9:30 am
Nature photography workshop in collaboration with SKUA Nature.
A guided experience to discover the biodiversity hidden among flowers, insects, and plant details, learning simple techniques for photographing nature.
📍 Meeting point: Clock Tower
⏱️ Duration: 2 hours
🎟️ Activity included in the ticket (reservation required by email)
🌳 Environments in Comparison. Walk from the Gardens to La Mandria Castle
April 26: 10:30 am and 3:30 pm
May 1: 11:00 am and 3:30 pm
A journey through diverse landscapes to reflect on the value of protected areas and ecological corridors.
📍 Meeting point: Patio dei Giardini
⏱️ Duration: 2 hours (max 30 participants)
💶 Cost: €7 + entrance fee
🎨 Painting Nature in the Open Air - 2:00 PM - 6:00 PM
Young artists paint live, inspired by the colors and atmosphere of the Gardens.
Vegetable Gardens and Orchards
Activity included in the ticket
🐝 Follow the Buzz - 4:00 PM
Sensory tour for families to discover the world of pollinating insects, with observation tools.
Meeting Point: Clock Tower
Duration: 1.5 hours
👨👩👧 Target Audience: Families, children ages 5 and up
💶 Cost: €6 + admission ticket
🌿 May 1st Special
🚶♂️ Steps among trees and paths - 5:00 PM
Walk through La Mandria Natural Park to discover the area's natural micro-ecosystems.
📍 Meeting point: La Mandria Castle
⏱️ Duration: 1h30
🎟️ Activity included in the ticket (reservation required by email)
🌼 An experience for everyone
Through guided explorations, creative activities, and moments of observation, Nature Week is an invitation to experience the Gardens in a conscious way, discovering the richness of biodiversity and the importance of its protection.
An opportunity to learn, experiment, and be surprised… step by step, among trees, flowers, and small hidden worlds.
From Saturday, April 25th to Friday, May 1st, the Gardens of the Royal Palace of Venaria become an open-air laboratory dedicated to biodiversity and sustainability, with meetings, themed tours, experiential activities, and workshops for all ages.
On April 25th, Liberation Day, the special dawn opening invites you to experience the Gardens in a new light (for more information, see the page ''April 25th Liberates Nature. Dawn in the Gardens'').
Program (April 26th and May 1st)
Little Worlds in the Garden - 9:30 am
Nature photography workshop in collaboration with SKUA Nature.
A guided experience to discover the biodiversity hidden among flowers, insects, and plant details, learning simple techniques for photographing nature.
📍 Meeting point: Clock Tower
⏱️ Duration: 2 hours
🎟️ Activity included in the ticket (reservation required by email)
🌳 Environments in Comparison. Walk from the Gardens to La Mandria Castle
April 26: 10:30 am and 3:30 pm
May 1: 11:00 am and 3:30 pm
A journey through diverse landscapes to reflect on the value of protected areas and ecological corridors.
📍 Meeting point: Patio dei Giardini
⏱️ Duration: 2 hours (max 30 participants)
💶 Cost: €7 + entrance fee
🎨 Painting Nature in the Open Air - 2:00 PM - 6:00 PM
Young artists paint live, inspired by the colors and atmosphere of the Gardens.
Vegetable Gardens and Orchards
Activity included in the ticket
🐝 Follow the Buzz - 4:00 PM
Sensory tour for families to discover the world of pollinating insects, with observation tools.
Meeting Point: Clock Tower
Duration: 1.5 hours
👨👩👧 Target Audience: Families, children ages 5 and up
💶 Cost: €6 + admission ticket
🌿 May 1st Special
🚶♂️ Steps among trees and paths - 5:00 PM
Walk through La Mandria Natural Park to discover the area's natural micro-ecosystems.
📍 Meeting point: La Mandria Castle
⏱️ Duration: 1h30
🎟️ Activity included in the ticket (reservation required by email)
🌼 An experience for everyone
Through guided explorations, creative activities, and moments of observation, Nature Week is an invitation to experience the Gardens in a conscious way, discovering the richness of biodiversity and the importance of its protection.
An opportunity to learn, experiment, and be surprised… step by step, among trees, flowers, and small hidden worlds.