Centrally located with respect to the more famous Euganean Hills and the mountains of Lessinia, these hills arise from the plains and offer a wealth of fascination and charm, exposing a world apart, a land outside time and free from the influence of man, yet situated just a few kilometres from the artistic city of Palladio: in order to safeguard this unspoilt beauty plans are afoot to shortly introduce the regional Berici Archaeological and Natural Park.The hill complex is topped by the peak of Monte Lungo at 445m, thus showing its scale in comparison with the Euganean range'highest peak of Monte Venda at more than 600m. But the real difference between the two ranges lies in the form and the nature of the rocks: those of the Euganean are trachite, whilst the Berici are calcareous, and thus especially receptive to the phenomenea known as karsts, which creates suggestive grottoes and natural sculptures, both particular features of these hills.

Also interesting is the climatic difference between the hills and the surrounding plain: the southern slope is blessed with a refreshing climate thus giving life to a mediterranean type of vegetation (another incentive for enjoying this area), and the dense and luxurious greenery alternates with rock walls up to 100m high. There are many walks to undertake through the woods and along the countryside bordering the foothills of the Berici.

Among other places worthy of a visit is without doubt the Fimon lake in the commune of Arcugnano, a small yet exquisite triumph of flora, fauna and history where the boat trip along the 'Archaeological Tour of the Fimon Valley' makes the most of your time, and the rural town of Calto di Zovencedo, to witness a charming picture of country life.

Among the villas in the area the masterpiece is the justly- famous La Rotonda, one of the masterpieces  of Andrea Palladio. Further places not to be missed include the remains of the medieval fortress 'La Rocca dei Vescovi' in Brendola and the church of s. Giovanni in Monte a Zovencedo, built over an ancient Templar monastery. The hills are also well-adapted for vine-growing, and have produced the famous red wines Cabernet, Merlot, red Tokay and Barbarano, and the DOC Colli Berici whites aomng which is the typical Garganego.  

The hills of Berici, often called mountains owing to their morphological characteristics, are comprised of a small gently sloping rock ridge lying immediately under the city of Vicenza.