A MUSICAL CASTLE
We’d checked the distance and the castle seemed achievable from our hotel. Well, Lorraine thought she could walk it, though I had my doubts if she’d survive the climb. Along the flats in the middle of town it was easy but then there came the hill and a statue of Carlo Michelstaedter, a radical Italian philosopher of Jewish extraction whose one and only work was conceived as an undergraduate thesis, but he never saw it in print because he committed suicide in 1910, aged 23.
We troll past a shop with exotic foodstuffs and can’t help but notice some bottled Buderim ginger featured in the window. Just below it was another sign on some wrapped lollies “senza zucchero zenzero AUSTRALIA”, which meant I could buy my sugar free dried ginger right here. It’s a small world.
It was slow and overly warm getting up from there but we took it easy and Castello di Gorizia came into view. Dating back to the 11th century it’s clearly the highest point for miles around.
The chapel-sized Church of Santo Spirito seems like a ticket office on the way to the main attraction. In a park on the opposite side of the road there’s a bust of Gabrielle D’Annunzio, a famous and prolific Italian writer and WWI hero who was hugely influential in the Fascist movement, inspiring Mussolini. He was noted for self-promotion.
From the 11th century Gorizia was an independent county until Austria took over in 1500 and it became a major cultural centre. It was only after the fallout from WWI, when it suffered badly, that it came to be in Italian hands. This once castle-of-the-counts has now been done up as a tourist attraction but it holds a surprise, at least for those of us who hadn’t done their homework properly.
The solid walls are much covered in plant life these days and the parapets are quite impressive from below and when you enter through the gateways the cobblestone walkways add an air of authenticity as you climb their steep angle. Only the base is original though. It went through many rebuilds from the 13th to 16th century and was bombed during WWI before being restored for the final time. The restoration is evident in the variance of the colours in the stonework.

Hotels with Swimming Pools in Gorizia

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Best Western Gorizia Palace Hotel : Features 2 restaurants, an indoor pool and a full-service spa. Grand Hotel Entourage Palazzo Strassoldo : Offers a children's pool, a seasonal outdoor pool and a private beach. Hotel Internazionale : Offers a children's pool, a seasonal outdoor pool and a private beach. Hotel Major : Provides a children's pool, an outdoor pool and a full-service spa.

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Private beach, sun-loungers, beach umbrellas, beach towels

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1 Dec - 2 Dec

Couples treatment room(s), sauna, body treatments, body scrubs, facials

Hotel Riviera & Maximilians

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Mary

includes taxes & fees

25 Nov - 26 Nov

Seasonal outdoor pool, pool umbrellas, pool loungers

Il Roncal Wine Resort

Cividale del Friuli

Katherine

Lunch, dinner served; Italian cuisine, sea views

Grand Hotel Astoria

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Sandra

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22 Dec - 23 Dec

Breakfast, lunch, dinner served; Regional cuisine

Hotel Franz

Gradisca d'Isonzo

Labrado Joel

Clocchiatti

Udine

Cam

includes taxes & fees

25 Nov - 26 Nov

Villa Dragoni

Buttrio

William

Hotiday Grado Marina

Grado

Christina

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27 Nov - 28 Nov

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Hotel Riviera & Maximilians

10/10 Excellent

"This is the perfect hotel. Lovely grounds with an elevator down to the beach club. We just walked down a few steps and were swimming in the sea. Also, both the breakfast and dinner were outstanding."

Hotel Là di Moret

10/10 Excellent

"Totally accessible hotel. Plus it is chic and convenient. Rooms were great and fully equipped. We had dinner there and it was amazing. Cocktails come with snacks -delicious. Best of all the hotel has a small friendly and well behaved dog! I didn’t use the pool but it looked nice. Apparently “footballers” use this place-I can see why they have a nice gym and spa-can you say massage! Last we were here to see family and it was easy to get on the highways from here. Friendliest staff!"

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What are some accommodation options with pools in Gorizia?

Best Western Gorizia Palace Hotel: Features 2 restaurants, an indoor pool and a full-service spa. Grand Hotel Entourage Palazzo Strassoldo: Offers a children's pool, a seasonal outdoor pool and a private beach. Hotel Internazionale: Offers a children's pool, a seasonal outdoor pool and a private beach. Hotel Major: Provides a children's pool, an outdoor pool and a full-service spa.

What is there to see and do in Gorizia?

The picturesque setting of Isonzo showcases the area's natural beauty. Discover sights such as Castle of Gorizia, Oslavia Military Memorial and Obelisco 4 generali during your stay.

When is the best time to book a hotel with a pool in Gorizia?

You may want to consider a place to stay that offers an outdoor pool if you'll be visiting Gorizia in the warmest months of July, August or June, when the average temperature is 21°C. Accommodation with an indoor pool may be the way to go if you visit during the coldest months of January, February or December, when the average temp is 4°C.

What's the best way to travel around Gorizia?

Knowing the transportation options in Gorizia can help you enjoy the area beyond your hotel pool. To see more of the larger area, hop on a train at Gorizia Centrale Station. Gorizia may not have many public transport choices, so consider renting a car to explore more.

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