Gorizia is a superb choice for golfers who want an Italy golf holiday with wine country, culture and a proper hidden-gem feel. Set in Friuli Venezia Giulia, close to the Slovenian border, it brings together Italian charm, Central European character and the rolling vineyard scenery of the Collio hills. The area around Gorizia is known for wine bars, wineries, gentle hills and some of Italy’s best white wines, making it ideal for golfers who enjoy long lunches and relaxed exploring after a round.

The main golfing highlight is Golf & Country Club Castello di Spessa in nearby Capriva del Friuli. This 18-hole, par-71 parkland-style course sits among vineyards, olive groves, water features and the historic Castello di Spessa estate, giving the round a very different feel from a standard resort course. The club describes the layout as varied enough to feel like playing three different courses, which is great for golfers who like scenery and strategy in equal measure.

For extra variety, Golf Club Grado is also within reach, offering an 18-hole championship course between the island, lagoon and Adriatic Sea.

Away from golf, Gorizia has real cultural appeal. Together with Nova Gorica, it became the first borderless European Capital of Culture in 2025, celebrating the close connection between Italy and Slovenia.

For UK golfers, Gorizia works beautifully as part of a tailor-made Italy golf holiday, combining Collio wine, castle golf, Adriatic day trips and Friuli’s quieter charm. Hashtag Golf Travel can help plan the right courses, hotels, transfers and route.