Casa delle Farfalle - Rassegna estiva

A flight among the butterflies of the world

In Bordano, a small municipality in the Val del Lago in the province of Udine, lies one of Friuli's most enchanting natural attractions: the Casa delle Farfalle. In its tropical greenhouses, hundreds of live butterflies from Africa, Asia, and America fly freely in environments that recreate the habitats of three continents. An immersive experience loved by families, schools, and nature enthusiasts.

Not just greenhouses: a biodiversity museum

In addition to the greenhouses, the facility houses the exhibition "Butterflies. 4 lives, 1000 stories", the "6-legged Jewels" collection, the MUFFFA - museum dedicated to lepidopteran collections - and the "PolliNation" garden, a pilot project for urban biodiversity and the valorisation of pollinators. Managed by the Farfalle nella Testa cooperative, the Casa delle Farfalle is a reference point for naturalistic dissemination in the region.

The summer event series

During the season, particularly between July and August, a summer series of low-environmental-impact concerts, thematic workshops, guided excursions, entomological events, and nature talks comes to life. The common thread for 2026 is "Wings for Biodiversity", an invitation to reflect on the role of pollinators for environmental balance and food security.

At the foot of Monte San Simeone

Bordano is located in a territory of great naturalistic value, at the foot of Monte San Simeone and overlooking Lake Cavazzo (or dei Tre Comuni). The Casa delle Farfalle is thus also the gateway to an authentic corner of the Friulian mountains, ideal for a day of nature, culture, and hiking.