Fly & Taste
Taste the Borders: Flavours between Sky and Earth
Gemona del Friuli & Vipava Valley: Authentic flavours for hungry travellers.
The adventure doesn’t end with sport. In these borderlands, sitting down at the table is a sacred ritual—a moment where the land tells its story through local products, the hands of its makers, and traditional recipes.
Fly & Taste: The Pilot’s "Third Half"
Target: Pilots and groups of friends.
After sharing thermals, it’s time to share a glass. Landing marks the start of a new social adventure, where flight stories turn into legends over a great meal.
🇮🇹 Gemona: Frico & Stories
You haven’t really flown in Friuli until you’ve ended your day with Frico.
- The Ritual: Meet your fellow pilots in local taverns or countryside farmhouses.
- The Pairing: A glass of local wine and crispy melted cheese—the perfect fuel to relive the day’s emotions.
- Beyond the table: Visit small-scale beer and honey producers to bring a taste of Friuli home.
🇸🇮 Valle del Vipava: The Soul of the Valley
Hospitality here is sacred and generous.
Atmosphere: Authentic, relaxed, and closely tied to the seasons.
Flavours: Bora-aged Vipava ham, steaming jota soup, and polenta.
From the Barrel: Whether in a family-run inn or a winery, wine is often tasted straight from the barrel—while listening to the stories of those who work the land.
Ride & Taste: Kilometres of Flavour
Target: Cycle tourists, outdoor lovers.
Best way to recharge? Stop and eat. Turn your bike ride into a moving food tour.
🇮🇹 Gemona: The Flavour Cycle Route
Cycle through villages and hills with the perfect excuse for your next tasty stop.
- Stops: Alpine dairies, countryside farmhouses, and zero-km farms.
- Look for: Slow Food Presidia, fresh local cheeses, and artisanal cured meats.
- Freedom: Build your own route, alternating dirt tracks and tastings.
🇸🇮 Valle del Vipava: Bike & Taste
Welcome to the gourmet cyclist’s paradise.
Safety First: Enjoy the tastings, but plan a safe return or a local overnight stay!
Experiences: Join guided "Bike & Taste" tours or explore independently the "Osmize" (pop-up farm taverns) and wineries.
The Cyclist’s Menu: Štruklji (filled dough rolls) for energy, and local wines to toast your summit.
Explore & Taste: Hands-On with Tradition
Target: Families, food lovers, slow tourism enthusiasts.
Don’t just eat—learn, touch, smell. A sensory and educational journey to the deep roots of the region.
🇮🇹 Gemona: Keepers of Tradition
Step into the heart of local production with the Ecomuseum of Waters as your guide.
- Excellences: Discover Pan di Sorc (spiced sweet bread, a Slow Food Presidia) and Latteria Turnaria cheese.
- Experiences: Join cooking workshops, visit beekeepers, or take part in local festivals (Cheese, Raspberry, or Chestnut Festival).
- For kids: Educational labs to learn how milk becomes cheese.
🇸🇮 Vipava Valley: The Garden of Eden
A fertile land where fruit ripens on the trees for 7 months a year.
Authenticity: Visit farms producing olive oil and cured meats for a hands-on experience with local producers.
Wine & Fruit: One of the most renowned wine regions, famous for its native grapes (Zelen, Pinela). Also a fruit paradise—ask to pick it straight from the tree!
Family Friendly: While adults taste award-winning wines, kids can enjoy fresh homemade juices.
Useful Info:
📍 Bookings & Guides: For "Bike & Taste" tours and guided visits to dairies/wineries, we recommend booking in advance—especially for groups.
🍴 Dietary Requirements: Options for all diets, from vegetarian peasant dishes to gluten-free choices (like polenta!).
Vipava Valley Outdoor https://www.vipavskadolina.si/it/
Strada del Vino e dei Sapori del FVG
https://www.turismofvg.it/it/enogastronomia/strada-del-vino-e-dei-sapori
The GO2FLY project is funded by the European Union under the Small Project Fund GO! 2025 of the Interreg VI-A Italy–Slovenia Programme 2021–2027, managed by the EGTC GO.
