SINFONIA VERDE
Palazzo Lantieri, a garden between history and future
Art, wellbeing and memory in the heart of Gorizia
Located in the heart of Gorizia, the garden of Palazzo Lantieri is a unique microcosm where art and wellbeing, science and magic mix in a timeless story. Hidden for centuries, it is now open to the public thanks to the project “Sinfonia Verde. Palazzo Lantieri, A Garden Between History and the Future”, created by Netural Coop together with Countess Carolina di Levetzow Lantieri.
Once a favourite retreat of Empress Sissi and visited by figures such as Goethe, Schiller, Carlo Goldoni, and even Richard the Lionheart, the garden is now a heritage site open to all — a sanctuary of peace and beauty that tells centuries of history.
How to Visit the Garden
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Thanks to an innovative audio-guided path, visitors can listen to the voice of Countess Carolina guiding them through seven sensory stories, blending family anecdotes, ancient symbolism, science and nature.
By scanning the QR codes placed along the route, visitors can immerse themselves in a unique experience available in four languages (Italian, Slovenian, German and English).
Each stop is an invitation to rediscover oneself through the magic of the garden.
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The garden will be open to the public on the following weekends:
Morning: 10:00 – 12:00
Afternoon: 15:00 – 17:0027/28 September 2025
22/23 November 2025
06/07 December 2025
24/25 January 2026
21/22 February 2026
14/15 March 2026
25/26 April 2026
23/24 May 2026
20/21 June 2026
25/26 July 2026
29/30 August 2026
26/27 September 2026
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The garden and the palace halls can also be visited by reservation, for groups of a minimum of 10 people.
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For further information:
Telephone: +39 3382056729
Email: contatto@palazzo-lantieri.com
The Seven hidden stories of the garden
The Seven hidden stories of the garden
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The Tower and Its Illustrious Guests
Discover the ancient “Schönhaus” and its thousand-year history, narrated by Countess Carolina. You will hear stories of the Lantieri family and the remarkable figures who crossed this threshold, from Richard the Lionheart to Carlo Goldoni.
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Alchemical Frescoes
Enter the mysterious world of the palace frescoes. Encoded messages passed down by the alchemists once protected and hosted by the Lantieri family invite visitors to seek their own “key of interpretation” for inner growth.
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The Persian Garden
A place of peace inspired by the Persian “Paradaiza”, designed to delight the five senses with an architecture rich in symbolism. Lose yourself among enchanting rose gardens, gravel paths, ancient stones and groves, just as Empress Sissi once loved to do. The journey concludes in contemplation at the quiet Lourdes Grotto, commissioned by the last Queen of France, the Countess of Chambord Maria Theresa of Austria-Este.
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The artwork Slancio Vitale
This sculpture by Giampietro Carlesso is not only a work of art but also a symbol of resilience, showing how beauty can be reborn even from difficulty and endings. It is a tribute to the life of the ancient Cedar of Lebanon that once towered in the garden and now continues to live in another form, in a new dimension.
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The Value of Well-being and Silence
As you reach the wellbeing grove, listen carefully. Not only to the birdsong or the rustling of leaves, but also to the sound of your own breath. Feel the scent of the earth and the gentle movement of the air. In these moments of stillness we can find a deep peace — a regeneration that both body and mind seek.
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Microorganisms and Boxwood
Listen to the story of how the garden is cared for without the use of chemical substances. A fascinating account of the power of microorganisms that helped save the boxwood plants, demonstrating the harmony between science and nature.
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The Little Window and the Omega Garden
Discover the story of the small window in the wall and pause to contemplate the obelisk that gathers and regenerates the positive energies of the garden, creating an infinite cycle of life. A path that brings together personal history, contemporary art and the energy of nature.
The project “Sinfonia Verde. Palazzo Lantieri, A Garden Between History and Future,” with CUP D21J23000020007, has been funded by the INTERREG Europe Transnational Cooperation Programme 2021–2027. It is part of the project CHERRY – “making Culture tHe N°1 ally of European RecoveRY”, whose aim is to support the resilience of Cultural and Creative Industries (CCI) and their role in enhancing cultural and natural heritage, with a special focus on the many historic private parks and gardens of Friuli Venezia Giulia.
The service provider is Netural Società Cooperativa A.R.L. Impresa Sociale, which implemented this cultural initiative for the enhancement of the garden in collaboration with the project proponent Carolina di Levetzow Lantieri.
Netural Coop is a creative and cultural enterprise specialised in consultancy, service design and the development of innovative products. Its main objective is to enhance the potential of territories, communities and businesses by promoting social innovation and sustainability. The cooperative has extensive experience in the enhancement of cultural and natural heritage through innovative and digital solutions, generating positive impacts and creating new economies.
