November in Venice is the glow of candles being lit and the authenticity of one of the city’s most beloved celebrations: the Feast of the Madonna della Salute.

November in Venice: the Madonna della Salute and the quiet magic of a timeless city

18.11.2025

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On 21st November, locals and visitors alike gather to cross the votive bridge of boats that, for a few days each year, transforms the Grand Canal and leads directly to the majestic Basilica of Santa Maria della Salute. On this deeply heartfelt day, candles are lit before the icon of the Madonna delle Grazie in memory of the end of the plague in 1630. It’s a moment of reflection but also of togetherness: traditional dishes like castradina and frittelle are enjoyed, while the air fills with the scent of history and devotion.The Basilica—one of Venice’s most iconic landmarks, with its twin domes and baroque magnificence—is just a few steps from Suite735, in the authentic heart of the Dorsoduro “sestiere”. Here, among artisan workshops, restaurants that celebrate local ingredients, and quieter calli, you can still breathe the true spirit of Venice. A lively yet discreet neighbourhood, where it’s easy to fall into step with Venetian life.

But November is not only about the “Festa della Salute”. It’s one of the most enchanting times to experience Venice—perhaps the most magical of all. The city shifts in rhythm and appearance: it wraps itself in a new light, cooler and more intimate. Morning fog arrives softly, sliding over the water and turning calli, bridges and palaces into suspended, almost unreal silhouettes. That delicate veil makes everything quieter, slower, more cinematic. The light rain typical of this season creates deep reflections on the wet stone and intensifies colours: the green of the canals becomes deeper, the marble façades look more alive, and the lamplights multiply in the water like small stars. This is a Venice that whispers, inviting you to slow down and notice what usually goes unseen. Walking through the city in November feels like stepping into a timeless stage set: the lagoon blends with the sky, sounds are muffled, and every corner looks like a frame from an art film. It’s when Venice reveals its most mysterious side—the one that enchants without seeking attention, the one that lingers in the heart of anyone who visits.

November is the perfect month to discover what may be the most authentic Venice, made of silence, subtle tones, and deep-rooted traditions. And staying at Suite735 means experiencing all of this from a privileged position, immersed in the discreet charm of Dorsoduro. Here, every return feels like a warm embrace, every window opens onto a new backdrop, and every step outside becomes an invitation to explore a Venice that, in this season, reveals a new and captivating side of itself.