House of Butterflies - Summer Review
Tropical greenhouses, biodiversity, and low-impact concerts in Bordano
About House of Butterflies
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 evocative natural attractions: the House of Butterflies. 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 lepidoptera collections - and the "PolliNation" garden, a pilot project for urban biodiversity and the valorisation of pollinators. Managed by the Farfalle nella Testa cooperative, the House of Butterflies is a reference point for nature education in the region.
The summer event review
During the season, particularly between July and August, a summer review 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 Mount San Simeone
Bordano is located in an area of great natural value, at the foot of Mount San Simeone and overlooking Lake Cavazzo (or dei Tre Comuni). The House of Butterflies is therefore also the gateway to an authentic corner of the Friulian mountains, ideal for a day of nature, culture, and hiking.
House of Butterflies — edition 2026
The 2026 season of the House of Butterflies in Bordano reopens on Saturday, March 14th, with the guiding theme "Wings for Biodiversity". Throughout the season, until autumn, the tropical greenhouses are once again open for visits with their hundreds of live butterflies, alongside the permanent exhibitions and the PolliNation garden.
From July, the summer event review comes to life: low-environmental-impact concerts, educational workshops for schools and families on the role of pollinators, guided excursions, entomological events, and nature talks.
Programme House of Butterflies 2026
2026 Program (selection of events):
- March 14th: Season reopening with the theme "Wings for Biodiversity"
- July 6th: Satoyama concert
- July 14th: Leo Virgili concert
- August 4th: U.T. Gandhi concert
- Throughout the season: visit to the tropical greenhouses, exhibitions "Butterflies. 4 lives, 1000 stories", "6-legged Jewels", MUFFFA, and PolliNation garden
- Summer: workshops, guided excursions, entomological events, and nature talks
The full calendar for the summer review will be published on the official channels of the House of Butterflies. Indicative opening hours 10:00 AM - 6:00 PM.
Highlights House of Butterflies 2026
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Practical information — House of Butterflies
How to get there: Bordano can be reached from the A23 motorway (Gemona exit) and from the roads of the Val del Lago. The House of Butterflies is signposted in the village.
Tickets: entrance fee for the greenhouses and exhibitions; some events in the summer review may require a ticket or reservation. Indicative opening hours 10:00 AM - 6:00 PM.
Accommodation: facilities in Bordano, Gemona del Friuli, and Venzone.
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Where does it take place — House of Butterflies
Casa delle Farfalle