Things to do near Country of Trento Italy – what to see attractions and activities

Folgarida - Parks and nature reserves

Parco Naturale Adamello Brenta

Ossana - Castles, palaces and mansions

Castello di Ossana

The Castle of Ossana was built according to a quadrangular structure of 25 meters. Inside there is also a chapel built in honor of San Michele. After some restorations, since 1996 the Castle can be visited by everyone.

Stenico - Castles, palaces and mansions

Castello di Stenico

The Castle of Stenico was built in 1163 and was the residence of a Captain. It is placed on a rocky spur, from which it dominates the whole valley and the village. Initially, its function was a refuge of the Stoni. Today it is used as an exhibition venue for exhibitions, contemporary and photographic art competitions, and various concerts.

Madruzzo - Castles, palaces and mansions

Castello di Madruzzo

Starting from 1160, the Castle of Madruzzo was the seat of the noble family from which it takes its name. It was composed of a set of residences surrounded by walls built on the rock and two imposing towers. After becoming an elegant princely residence, it passed in the 19th century under the Larcher family of Trento who carried out its reconstruction.

Lavarone - Castles, palaces and mansions

Forte Belvedere

The Belvedere Fort was built in 1908 by Rudolf Schneider. It is an Austro-Hungarian construction, erected with the intent to protect Trento from possible attacks. Today, the Museum of the First World War in Lavarone is set up inside it.

Vigo di Ton - Castles, palaces and mansions

Castel Thun

The Thun Castle was built in the middle of the thirteenth century in a hill located near the city of Vigo di Ton. The architectural structure is surrounded by imposing towers, ramparts, ditches and walkways. On the ground floor there are public rooms while the first floor are the stately ones. The castle is open to the public and is in an excellent state of preservation.

Folgaria - Castles, palaces and mansions

Forte Cherle o San Sebastiano

Fort Cherle also known as Saint Sebastian was part of the fortified system of the Austrian empire placed on the border with Italy. It was built between 1911 and 1913 and immediately was put in the shot by the nearby Italian fort Campomolon. The military fortress today appears to be very damaged, although restoration works carried out during the twentieth century made it possible to access some internal galleries.

Besenello - Castles, palaces and mansions

Castel Beseno

Important battles took place in this castle. Trap accounts were the owners of the castle from 1470 until 1973, later it was donated to the Province of Trento. Currently, temporary and historical exhibitions are exhibited in the castle.

Campodenno - Castles, palaces and mansions

Castel Belasi

The Belasi castle was built in the twelfth century. This was owned by some of the most important families in Val di Non. Its defensive structure consists of a double walls. After World War II, the building was abandoned. Currently, the castle is owned by the Municipality of Campodenno, which has undertaken restoration work.

Drena - Castles, palaces and mansions

Castel Drena

The castle was built in the twelfth century on a hill, in the homonymous location from which it also took its name. The purpose for which it was built was to control the connection route between Trento and Lake Garda. This was one of the reasons why it was always contested over the centuries. During the last restoration works, traces were discovered dating back to the Bronze Age period.

Caldes - Castles, palaces and mansions

Castello di Caldes

The Caldes Castle was built by the Cagno family, and in 1464 it was donated to the Thun family. During the nineteenth century the building was purchased by another local family. Currently, it is owned by the Province of Trento. The castle was restored and restored to its former glory. Inside, we find beautiful frescoes. Part of the castle is also a small church built in the late sixteenth century and dedicated to the Blessed Virgin Mary.

Calliano - Castles, palaces and mansions

Castel Pietra

Castel Pietra is located on a bump of Castel Beseno. The construction work ended in the 13th century, a period when it broke away from the administration of the Beseno family, who also owned the other castle. It has a Gothic style and inside it we can admire the frescoed rooms dating back to the 15th century. It was restored by the Autonomous Province of Trento. It is currently privately owned.

Spormaggiore - Castles, palaces and mansions

Castello di Belfort

It was built in 1311 by Tissone of Altspaur. The tower stands out of the structure, still visible. Unfortunately, in 1670 it was destroyed by a fire and only thirty years later it began with reconstruction. During Napoleon's period he was abandoned. Today, the remaining ruins are visible already from the street and can be visited.

Trento - Walls, towers and gates

Torre della Tromba

According to testimonies, the Tower was erected around the twelfth century. The current appearance of the tower is the result of a deep restoration that took place in the '800, which gave it a neoclassical style. Inside there are numerous stucco decorations, carefully curated by Antonio Giongo. Today, the tower hosts several exhibitions and events in the area.

Bresimo - Castles, palaces and mansions

Castello di Altaguardia

The Castle of Altaguardia stands on a hill, at a height of 1280. In fact, it is the highest of all Trentino. It was built on pre-existing ruins in the Middle Ages. From the 18th century it was abandoned and only recently it has been renovated. Today it can be visited and easily reached via a path.

Trento - Walls, towers and gates

Porta Santa Margherita

Rovereto - Castles, palaces and mansions

Castello di Rovereto

The Castle of Rovereto is a magnificent alpine fortification from the late Medieval era. During the bombings of World War I, the castle suffered serious damage. During the twenties it was restructured, and a new restoration project is still under construction. Since 1921, the Italian Historical Museum of War has been set up inside it.

Trento - Monuments

Case Cazuffi-Rella

These are two adjacent buildings dating back to the sixteenth century. Both are characterized by the frescoes on the facades, the work of the painter Fogolino. They are typical palaces, of a secular character. On the left façade, characters and scenes from classical mythology are depicted, while on the right side the themes of Virtue, Time, the Triumphs of Love, Apollo and Abundance.

Rovereto - Hermitages

Eremo di San Colombano

The hermitage of San Colombano is thought to have been built during the tenth century. It is excavated into the rock, and is located at 120 m high. In the church it is assumed that in 753 he lived a hermit. Today, the building is run by a group of volunteers who made the hermitage open to the public.

Trento - Monuments

Mausoleo di Cesare Battisti

The Mausoleum of Cesare Battisti was built in 1935 and was designed by Ettore Fagiuoli. The circular structure rests on a stone base that carries a tombstone dedicated to Cesare Battisti. The monument is located on the hill of Doss Trento and is now well preserved.

Trento - Walls, towers and gates

Torre Verde

The Green Tower is located near the area of the walls of Teodorico, in Trento. According to archaeologists, studying the walls of the building, we trace the origin of the Tower, which was erected in the Etruscan era. According to testimonies, in the Middle Ages, the Tower was a prison where the prisoners were tortured in a terrible way.

Trento - Castles, palaces and mansions

Palazzo Thun

The Palazzo Thun in Trento was built in the mid-16th century in Renaissance style and consists of several buildings, a chapel and a tower. The interior of the palace was modified according to the neoclassical style at the behest of Count Matteo Thun in 1830. Inside it is possible to see some works characteristic of Italian art: Antonio Giongo's Neptune, the frescoes by Brusasorci and the paintings by Casarini.

Trento - Churches and places of worship

Badia di San Lorenzo

The abbey of S. Lorenzo di Trento was built by Benedictine monks between 1166 and 1183, and is one of the best examples of Romanesque architecture in the city. The structure has often been the subject of events that damaged its construction, ultimately the bombings of the Allies in the 20th century. It was restored in 1955. Today it is a place of high spirituality, charity and communion among the inhabitants of the area.

Trento - Castles, palaces and mansions

Palazzo Galasso

Palazzo Galasso was built at the beginning of the '600, according to the project by Pier Maria Bagnadore. The structure has classic elements and Palladianism, both outside and in the interior. It is called “Devil's”, since the work on the construction of its façade ended in less than six years, and for the time of that time, it was an extremely short period.

Trento - Castles, palaces and mansions

Palazzo Geremia

The Geremia Palace was built in late 1400, on commission by Giovanni Antonio Pona. The structure has elements of Gothic style inside, and Renaissance style on the outside. The facade is all frescoed by Marcello Fogolino, and this makes it a very elegant building. Since 1912 it belongs to the Municipality of Trento, and today it is the headquarters of representation.

Trento - Castles, palaces and mansions

Palazzo Larcher-Fogazzaro

The palace dates back to the 18th century, owned by the Guarinoni family. The structure has architectural elements from the late Baroque and is one of the most majestic buildings in the city. The façade is characterized by careful decorative works, while the interior preserves numerous works of art from the eighteenth century.

Trento - Castles, palaces and mansions

Palazzo Salvadori

Palazzo Salvadori was built during the 16th century, the work of Lucio di Pietro. The structure was erected on the plant of an ancient synagogue of the Jews, and has Renaissance architectural elements. The decorations on the façade have a religious character: the medallions of Martyrdom and the Glory of Simonino, created great controversy among the Jewish community of Trento. Currently, the building is well preserved.

Trento - Castles, palaces and mansions

Palazzo Tabarelli

The palace was built in the '500 on the installations of some previous medieval buildings. It took its name from the Tabarelli de Fatis, who commissioned its construction. The structure is a typical example of the Renaissance style, and was designed by Alessio Longhi. From the excavations on the area below, ancient Roman testimonies have been discovered. Today the structure is in an excellent state of preservation.

Trento - Castles, palaces and mansions

Palazzo delle Albere

The palace was built in the '500 by Madruzzo. The structure has a square plan, and consists of four tall towers. Inside, there are numerous paintings that enrich the palace, giving it an elegant look. The building is home to the Museum of Modern and Contemporary Art of Trento and Rovereto.

Avio - Castles, palaces and mansions

Castello dei Sabbionara D'Avio

The Castle of Sabbionara D'Avio is a fascinating and very ancient castle known even before the 13th century. Ownership of the well-known Castelbarco family, it then passed into the hands of the Venetians, cardinals and other recognized personalities from various eras. You can admire a beautiful landscape that surrounds the castle of medieval architecture. The paintings represented inside the castle are of the Gothic-Veronese style of 14th century, as in the 'Chamber of Love', 'The Male' and in the 'Fighters' Parade.

Ala - Museums

Museo del Pianoforte Antico

The Museum of Ancient Piano is located at the Palazzo de' Pizzinivon Hoechenbrunn, built in the 17th-18th century. The museum tells the story of the piano from its origins until 800. Presenting rare and prestigious specimens, the museum also serves as a laboratory for the restoration and the return to the origin of the keyboards.

Cavalese - Castles, palaces and mansions

Palazzo Magnifica Comunità

The imposing Palazzo della Magnifica Comunità di Fiemme preserves documents and traditions of the community of Fiemme. This stands in the historic center of the ancient town of Cavalese and is a symbol of the centuries-old history of the valley. The building is surrounded by a crenellated wall and has a façade with valuable frescoes from the 500.

Canazei di Fassa - Viewpoints

Sentiero Viel del Pan

A nice walk at high altitude, not demanding therefore suitable even for the less experienced. It is very popular, it starts from Arabba to the Pordoi pass.

Canazei di Fassa - Museums

Museo della Grande Guerra 1914-1918

Optimally managed, it is an open-air museum that allows you to retrace all the roads of war.

San Giovanni di Fassa - Lakes, rivers and canals

Lago di Carezza

It is a small alpine lake at 1,534 m in height, 25 km from Bolzano. Among dense woods it is located under the Latemar massif.

San Giovanni di Fassa - Museums

Museo Ladin De Fascia

Inaugurated in 2001, the Museum houses many ethnographic collections of the Cultural Ladin Institute, the result of twenty years of research, ordered according to precise logical criteria and dedicated to the different aspects of civilization Ladin.

Trento - Walls, towers and gates

Torre Civica

Trento - Monuments

Monumento a Dante

A statue dedicated to Dante Alighieri, by the Florentine sculptor Cesare Zocchi, located in the park of the station. It was built as a symbol of the Italian culture when Trentino was still a territory of the Austro-Hungarian Empire.

Trento - Castles, palaces and mansions

Castello del Buonconsiglio

One of the most famous buildings of Trento, it is the greatest monumental complex of Trentino-Alto Adige, built for defensive purposes on a rocky hill. It has archaeological collections, art, numismatics and temporary exhibitions.

Trento - Fountains

Fontana del Nettuno

Built by the sculptor Francesco Giongo of Lavarone. For this fountain, located in Piazza Duomo, the sculptor developed a system of water flow without interruption.

Folgaria - Natural Areas

Cascata dell’Hofentòl

The beautiful Hofentòl Waterfalls, in Folgaria, is a spectacle of nature that can, and should, be enjoyed in any season ... It's worth visiting this water jump!

Commezzadura - UNESCO sites

Dolomiti

The village of Almazzago in the Municipality of Commezzadura, owns a wonderful hiking area in the Brenta Dolomites, Orti della Regina in Vagliana.

Predazzo - Museums

Museo Geologico delle Dolomiti

A Predazzo is located the Geological Museum of the Dolomites, the most important of Valle di Fiemme, Val di Fassa and surroundings. Also considered as important by the Province of Trento.

Borgo Valsugana - Castles, palaces and mansions

Castel Telvana

North of the municipality is Castel Telvana, located in a strategic position on Mount Ciolino, it was built in the thirteenth century to control the valley.

Molveno - Lakes, rivers and canals

Lago di Molveno

Precious pearl in even more precious treasure chest. The Poet Fogazzaro described Molveno and his Lake.

San Martino di Castrozza - Natural Areas

Passo Rolle

Situated at 1,980 m above sea level, Passo Rolle and San Martino Primiero connects the Valle di Fiemme. It is not a real country but a small inhabited center with some hotels, restaurants and shops. It is a starting point for excursions.

Folgaria - Historic Centres

Borgo di Guardia

The beautiful village of Guarda, in Folgaria, Trentino, can be considered an outdoor art gallery, thanks to the beautiful painted walls of its palaces.

Trento - Churches and places of worship

Cattedrale di San Vigilio

The church of San Vigilio is the cathedral of Trento. Built in the thirteenth century on the area where it was originally an ancient basilica, dedicated to San Vigilio, patron saint of the city, from which takes its name.

Trento - Museums

Museo di Arte Moderna e Contemporanea di Trento e Rovereto

Here are concentrated works of modern and contemporary art. The permanent collection includes over 15,000 works including paintings, drawings and sculptures. Works by artists such as Carlo Carra, Giorgio de Chirico, along with others.

Trento - Theaters

Teatro Sociale

it was founded in 1819, a theater tradition in the city. With a program of theater, dance and operetta .

Trento - Museums

Museo Castello del Buonconsiglio

A part of his collection are on display in the Castel Beseno and Castel Stenico (representing the branch offices of this castle). A collection of light weapons and firearms, fine furniture, all in a majestic setting.

Trento - Museums

Museo Tridentino di Scienze Naturali

This museum pays particular attention to the Alpine region  and the sphere of Trentino . It is a great promoter of scientific culture through displays of natural history-oriented education.

Trento - Museums

Museo Diocesano Tridentino

it was founded in 1903 to preserve the artistic heritage of the diocese and to keep the early Christian basilica of S. Vigil and archaeological remains of the cathedral found in the twentieth century from the underground

Fai della Paganella - Natural Areas

Cima Paganella

Folgarida - Lakes, rivers and canals

Lago di Tovel

Andalo - Natural Areas

Parco Naturale Adamello Brenta

Canazei di Fassa - Natural Areas

Vaiolet

Canazei di Fassa - Natural Areas

Passo Sella

The Sella Pass is one of the most famous passes in the Dolomites that connects the Val di Fassa to Val Gardena. This impressive stone castle is located in the center of the four Ladin valleys and offers a breathtaking view. In summer it is ideal for a stopover or for easy excursions in nature, while in winter the Sellaronda ski tour offers skiers a lot of fun.

Canazei di Fassa - Natural Areas

Pordoi

It is one of the 4 steps of the Road of the Dolomites. The Passo delimits the border between the provinces of Trento and Belluno. From the center of Canazei 28 beautiful hairpin bends, dear to centaurs and cyclists, lead to the Pass which in summer is a privileged starting point for both comfortable walks and excursions for road experts via ferrata. In winter from the Pass you can reach the slopes of the Belvedere, Arabba ski area and, connected with the Sellaronda, it allows skiers to spend a whole day without ever taking off their skis.

Canazei di Fassa - Natural Areas

Marmolada

The Marmolada is the highest group in the Dolomites with its 3343 meters. The Queen of the Dolomites, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, is a charming place for both winter and summer holidays. In the heart of the Dolomiti Superski is a paradise for skiers: the historic “La Bellunese” slope, 12 km long, is certainly one of the most beautiful in the Alps

Trento - Castles, palaces and mansions

Castel Thun

Thun Castle was built in the mid-13th century and was home to the powerful Thun family, who owned prestigious residences in the valleys of Non and Sole. The castle is located on top of a hill and enjoys a beautiful panoramic position. Very beautiful and not to be missed are the drawbridge and the comital palace.

Madonna di Campiglio - Natural Areas

Cascata di Nardis

The Nardis waterfall is one of the most beautiful waterfalls in the Val di Genova, also known as the Valley of the Falls. This beautiful waterfall make a jump of almost 130 meters. The way to the falls is viable by car or on foot through a beautiful path witch cross the woods and that allows you to enjoy the most stunning views of this beautiful location!

Bellamonte - Parks and nature reserves

Parco Naturale Paneveggio

The Paneveggio-Pale di San Martino Nature Park is a regional protected area established by the Autonomous Province of Trento in 1967. The Park includes very different areas but all very beautiful.

Levico Terme - Lakes, rivers and canals

Lago di Caldonazzo

Lake Caldonazzo is the largest lake in Trentino and the only one where you can practice water skiing, canoeing and other water sports. Here are beach clubs and free beaches. For the year 2013, Lake Caldonazzo obtained the prestigious international Blue Flag award, thanks to the clear waters, the beach and the eco-friendly tourism and environmental management policies.

Levico Terme - Lakes, rivers and canals

Lago di Levico

Lake Levico is a lake in Trentino, located next to Lake Caldonazzo, from which it is separated from the Colle di Tenna. The lake is famous as it is located next to the spa resort of Levico Terme. Its shores are home to a beach and a park. For the year 2013 it obtained the prestigious international Blue Flag award thanks to the clear waters, the beach and the eco-friendly tourism and environmental management policies of this resource from part of the municipality of Levico Terme.

Valdaone - Lakes, rivers and canals

Lago di Malga Bissina

Lake Malga Bissina is an artificial lake of very impressive size. Located at 1780 meters, it is the result of an impressive intervention that allowed the use for hydroelectric purposes of the significant water resources of the Val di Fumo.

Avio - Lakes, rivers and canals

Lago del Venerocolo

Lake Venerocolo is an artificial lake located in Val d'Avio. Built for hydroelectric purposes, it is supported by a dam built in 1959. A peculiar feature of this lake is its light color, tending to gray.

Avio - Lakes, rivers and canals

Lago del Pantano dell’Avio

Lake Pantano dell'Avio is an artificial lake located in the upper Val d'Avio, in the province of Brescia. Located at 2,378 meters above sea level, it is by extension the second largest lake in Val Camonica, after Lake Arno.

Spormaggiore - Castles, palaces and mansions

Castel Belfort

Trento - Churches and places of worship

Chiesa di Sant'Apollinare

Trento - Castles, palaces and mansions

Palazzo Pretorio

This is a historic building located in Piazza del Duomo. It is topped by the massive size of the Civic Tower and is adorned with a battlements. Today it houses the Tridentino Diocesian Museum.

Trento - Churches and places of worship

Chiesa di Santa Maria Maggiore

Spormaggiore - Parks and nature reserves

Parco Faunistico di Spormaggiore

An excellent opportunity to get in touch with alpine nature and to deepen the knowledge with the animals that live there, in conditions of semi-naturalness, such as the brown bear, the wolf, the royal owl, the cat wild, fox, otter and lynx! The Wildlife Park offers everyone the unique opportunity to observe closely the brown bear, the largest mammal that lives in the Alps and that has returned to populate the Trentino woods thanks to a special project of reintroduction.

San Giovanni di Fassa - Churches and places of worship

Chiesa di S. Giovanni

The Church of San Giovanni is a Gothic building dating back to 1400 located in the center of the landscape. Once upon a time it was the meeting point for all the faithful of the community during baptisms and religious events.

San Giovanni di Fassa - Cemeteries

Cimitero militare austroungarico

The Austro-Hungarian Cemetery is located near the national road that connects Vigo di Fassa with Bolzano. It is home to 663 fallen from the war of 1915 — 1918.

Canazei di Fassa - Churches and places of worship

Chiesa di Sant'antonio

Molveno - Museums

Antica Segheria Taialacqua

Inserted in the Ethnographic Itinerary of Trentino, the sawmill, strongly wanted by the parish priest Don Taialacqua, still contains a wagon, a vintage frame and a real saw.

Canazei di Fassa - Water spa and wellness

Dolaondès

In the heart of the Dolomites and preceding to Canazei di Fassa, stands the water center “Dòlaondes” which covers a total area of 2,400 square meters. The water center is divided into four thematic areas that identify the activities that can be carried out: 'Water & Fun', the five pools; 'Eghes Wellness', wellness; 'Sport & Fitness', the gym; “Eat & Drink” where to eat after a busy day of activity and relax in the water.

Segonzano - Castles, palaces and mansions

Castello di Segonzano

The medieval castle was built by Rodolfo Scancio and then passed to Baron Giovanni Battista Prato. The castle, majestic and of indescribable beauty, has crenellated ruins and the tower called the Prisons that overlooks the surrounding landscape.

Cembra Lisignago - Churches and places of worship

Chiesa di San Pietro

In typical Gothic architecture, the church of St. Peter preserves several frescoes among which the Last Judgment. The building has a single nave, flanked by a medieval bell tower of late Romanesque shape with pyramidal cusp.

Madonna di Campiglio - Churches and places of worship

Chiesetta di Santa Maria Antica

The Church of Santa Maria Antica is a small chapel built in the twelfth century and characterized by a simple facade and a Gothic bell tower. Inside are preserved works of high quality such as the ancient Crucifix, dating back to the twelfth century, and the triptych of the Madonna with Child and Saints.

Canazei di Fassa - Monuments

Mausoleo Germanico

Canazei di Fassa - Natural Areas

Pian Trevisan

Andalo - Adventure Parks

Andalo Life Park

Fai della Paganella - Adventure Parks

Fun Park

Sagron Mis - Churches and places of worship

Chiesa parrocchiale di Sagron

Sagron Mis - Churches and places of worship

Chiesetta della Beata Vergine di Caravaggio

Sagron Mis - Churches and places of worship

Chiesa della Beata Vergine delle Grazie

Dimaro - Churches and places of worship

Chiesa di San Lorenzo

Dimaro - Churches and places of worship

Chiesa di San Giovanni Battista

Dimaro - Castles, palaces and mansions

Casa del Dazio

Romallo - Adventure Parks

Parco Fluviale Novella

Ledro - Museums

Museo delle Palafitte

The Lake Dwelling Museum was built in the sixties - seventies and is part of the section of the Tridentine Museum of Natural Sciences. Not only are exposed piles but also objects that belong to 4000 years ago. The stilt houses date back to the Bronze Age and were discovered in 1929 during construction of a hydroelectric plant near the area.

Trento - Theaters

Teatro Cuminetti

This theater is the former Experimental Theatre. Suited to contemporary theater performances and film screenings. Its name recalls the professor Benvenuto Cuminetti,a man of profound culture and theatrical knowledge .

Trento - Theaters

Teatro Auditorium

It is the largest in the city of Trento, was excellent visibility and acoustics. Here there are concerts of symphonic music, theater and events of contemporary music.

Spiazzo - Museums

Museo della Guerra Adamellina

The Adamellina War Museum was founded by Sergio Collini and Giovanni Pellizzari. Objects such as Alpenstock, bombs, cartridges etc. little by little the number of materials has grown thanks to donations made by different people. In the Museum there are also documents and photographs showing the moments of the Adamello war.

Ledro - Museums

Museo Garibaldino

The Garibaldino Museum collects objects that date back to the Third War of Independence and World War I. The institute is located in the historic center, near a mountain. In the museum there is a brief introduction to Garibaldi and the First World War, there is a visit to the structure and also a beautiful walk on the hill of Santo Stefano. The variety of the proposed itinerary makes this institution among the most visited in the area.

Brentonico - Museums

Museo del Fossile del Monte Baldo

The Monte Baldo Fossil Museum was founded in 1977. It is a very well established institute in the area and the finds exhibited inside it are derived from a considerable collection by Osvaldo Giovanazzi. It is headquartered in Palazzo Eccheli-Baisi in Brentonico. Through these fossils it is possible to make an excursus of the history of animals and plants.

Rovereto - Museums

Casa Natale di "Antonio Rosmini"

This is the house where the famous philosopher, Antonio Rosmini, was born. The interiors preserve the decor and all the objects of the period when Rosmini lived there. The most famous part of the residence is the library, which has about 15,000 volumes. The house - museum can be visited only upon reservation.

Ala - Churches and places of worship

Chiesetta S. Pietro in Bosco

The Church of San Pietro in Bosco is a Roman church that is located a few kilometers from Ala. The building dates back to the 6th century and has a tall bell tower with cusps in Veronese terracotta and Romanesque mullioned windows. The story tells that in this little church Teodolinda, daughter of the Duke of Bavaria Garibaldo, met his future spouse Autari in 589. Inside the church there are some frescoes such as the Christ in Majesty and Saint George who kills the dragon.

Ala - Castles, palaces and mansions

Castel Saiori ruderi

The castle, together with two other structures, was part of a defensive system in order to control the communication routes. It was destroyed in 1510 during a conflict with the imperial troops. Of the castle, there are ruins from which you can admire a beautiful panorama of the Adige.

Ala - Castles, palaces and mansions

Castel Chizzola ruderi

Located on the Adige river in the Municipality of Ala in Trento, the Chizzola Castle is one of the many defensive structures in the valley. Extending over an excellent geographical position, the structure is of a medieval type, characterized by Ghibelline battlements. Moving from one owner to another, he was then completely abandoned. At present, we can find two sections of the fortification, of which a wall.

Primiero San Martino di Castrozza - Castles, palaces and mansions

Castel Pietra Diroccato

The Castle was erected in 1273, and in 1401 it became the property of the Welsperg, who turned it into a summer residence. The building was destroyed several times, due to the wars. Currently, there are only a few ruins left of the castle.

Borgo d'Anaunia - Castles, palaces and mansions

Castello di Castelfondo

Predaia - Castles, palaces and mansions

Palazzo Nero

The building was built in 1460 by Bishop George of Hack. During 1614 and 1615, the palace was the seat of the witches, who were burned alive in front of the building. The most particular part of the structure is the judgment room where there are frescoes depicting the legend of the Queen of France. Today the building is a private home.

Croviana - Castles, palaces and mansions

Castello dei Pezzen

The Pezzèn Castle is located in the municipality of Croviana. Initially it belonged to the Valtellina family, later, it passed into the hands of several owners. Currently, the building is a private home.

Contà - Castles, palaces and mansions

Castel Corona

The Corona Castle was built during the 13th century. Its structure is made of stone and is twenty meters high and thirty meters long. The building performed a military function. Currently, only the ruins of the castle are visible.

Trento - Walls, towers and gates

Torre Vanga

The Vanga Tower was erected in the thirteenth century at the behest of Prince Frederick Vanga, from whom it also took its name. The structure has a square plan, almost 40 m high, and was used to monitor all the circulation of the adjacent area. The tower is made of brick and decorated with three windows. For many years it was used as a prison, while today, it hosts several exhibitions in the area.

Primiero San Martino di Castrozza - Churches and places of worship

Chiesa della Madonna Assunta

The Church of Our Lady of the Assumption in Fiera di Primiero is a beautiful church built in Gothic style which contains in its interior, beautiful works of art that deserve to be admired.

Primiero San Martino di Castrozza - Churches and places of worship

Battistero di San Martino

The old medieval church of San Martino, dating from the eleventh century, is nowadays a baptistery. The building is one of the oldest in town and well worth a visit.

Folgaria - Churches and places of worship

Santuario della Madonna delle Grazie

The Church of Our Lady of Grace in Folgaria is a beautiful religious building that was once considered one of the most important of Trentino. It is worth visiting.

Folgaria - Churches and places of worship

Chiesa di San Valentino

The Church of San Valentino in Folgaria, in Trentino, is a lovely example of religious architecture that preserves in its interior, beautiful frescoes.

Trento - Castles, palaces and mansions

Castello di Torre Franca

The Castle of Torre Franca was built in the twelfth century. It is composed of four cylindrical towers. During World War II, the castle hosted a military hospital. Today the castle is private property.

Altopiano della Vigolana - Castles, palaces and mansions

Castello Vigolo Vattaro

This initial construction belonged to the period of the Middle Ages, instead the current structure dates back to a reconstruction of the seventeenth century. It is placed at the top of a summit since it was used as an observation point in the area. Its structure includes a city wall with a square tower, mullioned windows and single windows that surround the entire perimeter. It was recently refurbished.

Villa Lagarina - Castles, palaces and mansions

Castel Castellano

The construction takes its name from the location in which it is located. It was assumed that the castle was built around the thirteenth century. It has a massive structure consisting of an ancient tower and a residential building. Due to the collapses, the tower was lowered and therefore the original height does not match today. After the purchase of the Lodron family, it was transformed into a noble residence. It is currently privately owned.

Trento - Castles, palaces and mansions

Palazzo del Monte

Palazzo del Monte was built around the fifteenth century, and is located on one of the most vibrant areas of Trentino. The structure has elements of the Renaissance style, but also of the Gothic - Venetian one. The building is characterized by the numerous frescoes on the facade, where in the center there is the myth of Hercules, and the famous trifora with a balcony on the first floor. The plant has undergone several restorations over the years, and today it is in a good state of preservation.

Trento - Castles, palaces and mansions

Palazzo Trautmannsdorf

The structure dates back to the beginning of the '500. The building was named after the Trautmannsdorf, the first to own it. The structure is a typical example of the Trentino Renaissance and has very regular compositional elements. The decorations belong to the late Renaissance, since they had arrived only after the restoration of the '800. Today the building is home to the Istituto Trentino del Vino.

Folgaria - Viewpoints

Forte Belvedere

Do not miss the fabulous Belvedere Fortreess in Folgaria, in Trentino Alto-Adige, so you enjoy a beautiful landscape and unique colors.

Folgaria - Natural Areas

Skitour dei Forti

Surely the Skitour of the Forts, in Folgaria, is the ideal destination for those who love winter sports and want to have fun practicing skiing. You will find fantastic snowy slopes where to have fun.

Predazzo - Churches and places of worship

Chiesetta dedicata a S. Maria della Neve

This small church was commissioned by the farmers and blessed in the year 1722. A must see!

Commezzadura - Castles, palaces and mansions

Casa Guardi

This was the paternal home of Francesco Guardi da Mastellina, famous painter. High and massive, gable roof, windows framed in stone, portal full sixth of Renaissance forms, of rusticated tins, scudetto noble sacred painting mural

Commezzadura - Churches and places of worship

Sant'Agata

It dates back to the late 1400s and has an asymmetric plan, announced with a great St Christopher frescoed in 1495. Simone Baschènis painted in fresh biblical figures and the story of St. Agatha, of great value are also the three altars and statues.

Rovereto - Archaeological Sites

Orme dinosauri - Ruina dantesca

In Rovereto there is the largest deposit of dinosaur fossil footprints in Italy, dating from 200 million years ago. You can see a good number of footprints from herbivorous dinosaurs, still in excellent state of preservation. Of great interest is the rounded heel of the animal that slipped into the mud and three sketches of front hooves.

Trento - Walls, towers and gates

Arco dei Tre Portoni

Trento - Walls, towers and gates

Torre Massarello

Torre Massarello, also known as the “Arcidiaconale”, was built during the Middle Ages. It took its name from Angelo Massarelli, a famous personality in the religious world of the time, who lived for several years inside the tower itself. The structure has late Gothic architectural elements, while the rooms are decorated with frescoes and special ornaments. Today, the building is in an excellent state of preservation, and it can be visited by the public.

Trento - Castles, palaces and mansions

Palazzo Sardagna

The Palazzo della Sardagna is a majestic structure built by the family that bears the same name and thanks to which it has the same shapes and characteristics of today. It is a palace that reflects the Trentino Renaissance and Baroque style as it was built in the transitional phase of the eighteenth century. The Sardagna family coat of arms is visible at the entrance. Only the rooms of the museum are accessible to the public.

Trento - Castles, palaces and mansions

Palazzo Calepini

The palace was erected during the 16th century, on commission of the Calepini family, from which it also took its name. The structure has architectural elements of the '500, typical of the late Renaissance style. Inside, there are numerous paintings of eighteenth-century origin. Currently, the building houses the Fondazione Cassa di Risparmio di Trento.

Trento - Castles, palaces and mansions

Palazzo Firmian

The palace dates back to the '500, took the name of Carlo Firmian, who was born in that building. The structure has architectural elements of the late Renaissance, while the decorative ones can be dated in different periods. The building was restored several times, this also changed the original appearance of the building, but the frescoes and other works inside remained intact. Currently, the building is home to the Cassa di Risparmio.

Trento - Churches and places of worship

Chiesa di Sant'Anna

The Church of Saint Anne was erected in the late fifteenth century. On the portal there is the emblem of the Uldaric Vicar of Lichtenstein. The structure has elements of the late Gothic, combined with the Renaissance ones, the result of various renovations over the years. The interior was restored during the 90s, and during this restoration various architectural and decorative details never discovered before were detected were taken over.

Trento - Castles, palaces and mansions

Palazzo Trentini

The palace was built in 1740, on commission of the noble Trentini family. The structure has elegant decorative elements, belonging to the Rococo style. The interior houses numerous frescoes and several well-kept ornaments, by Carlo Henrici, Giorgio Anselmi, Pietro Antonio Bianchi and some other artists of the time. Currently, the palace hosts several exhibitions and events in the area.

Trento - Castles, palaces and mansions

Casa Balduini

Casa Balduini dates back to the Middle Ages, and was the first structure with a frescoed facade in Trento. The frescoes date back to the '400 and represent stories of mythology, but reported in Renaissance style. The property is one of the most beautiful in the city, and today it is in excellent condition.

Sanzeno - Castles, palaces and mansions

Castello di Casez o Palazzo Concini

It is inserted in the village of the town, but still maintains its castle structure. The building was built in the 13th century, and had as its first owners the Bragherio of Coredo. The building is in excellent condition and is currently private property and can therefore be visited only on a few occasions.

Sarnonico - Castles, palaces and mansions

Castello Morenberg

The first core of the Morenberg Castle structure dates back to 1380. Following the death of the Morenberg family, the fortress became the property of the Barons of Cles. On the door of the second courtyard there was, until the last century, a coat of arms depicting a rampant greyhound belonging to the noble family.

Segonzano - Churches and places of worship

Madonna dell'aiuto

Our Lady of Help, a beautiful painting, is housed inside the homonymous Sanctuary, in the middle of a forest in Segonzano. This is a copy of Mariahilf's famous painting, which copy was wanted and brought by Baron Francesco Ferdinando. The painting is admired by many pilgrims who arrived on the road, to pray and make offers.

Tenno - Castles, palaces and mansions

Castello di Tenno

The Castle of Tenno was built towards the end of the twelfth century. After reporting damage from the assiduous battles of the fourteenth and sixteenth centuries it was restored returning to its former glory. It still preserves the escarpment walls and the fortified bodies near the village below.

Vallelaghi - Castles, palaces and mansions

Castello di Terlago

The Castle of Terlago, also known as Domus de Trilaco, is a fortified building. It is surrounded by a beautiful and large garden. It is currently used as a private residence and cannot be visited.

Ton - Castles, palaces and mansions

Castel San Pietro

In addition to a beautiful panorama of the Brenta Dolomites, the San Pietro Castle has a historical and architectural value. It was built by the Thun family in medieval style around the 12th century. According to Franco Lancetti, who did the renovation of the castle, the tower had to be 15 meters high and around 6 meters in diameter. Historical testimonies show that the building also housed the chapel of St. Peter from which the castle took its name. It was abandoned at the end of the 17th century by the Thun and today we find the ruins of the castle.

Fornace - Castles, palaces and mansions

Castello di Roccabruna

The Castle of Roccabruna was built in the Middle Ages for defense purposes. When it was home to the noble family of the Roccabruna, it became a splendid Renaissance mansion. Of the entire Castle, today, there is only the door placed in the historic center of the village.

Pieve di Bono-Prezzo - Castles, palaces and mansions

Castel Romano Diroccato

The building dates back to the 19th century. Its peculiarity lies in the fact that it is a castle-tower and has a different shape than other buildings with a polygonal base. Initially it was owned by the Eppan and then the Londron, in the 14th. The castle was destroyed during the bombings of World War I. Nowadays it is subject to renovation.

Roncegno - Walls, towers and gates

Torre Tonda Diroccato

The construction of Torre Tonda dates back to the Roman period. This, together with other towers, now destroyed, were used as the observation point of the valley. The towers were communicating with each other and is thought to be part of a much larger defense system connected to the castle above.

Mezzocorona - Churches and places of worship

Castello San Gottardo Diroccato

The Castle of St. Gotthard was built in 1181. The building was used as a military fortification until 1525. In 1735 it was restored and used by pilgrims to celebrate St. Gotthard. Currently, the front door where the dragon coat of arms is visible in the castle.

Mezzocorona - Castles, palaces and mansions

Castel Firmian

The Castle was built in 1480 by the captain of the Valle di Non, Nicolò I of Firmian. In 1650, a classroom was built outside that gave the opportunity to unite the tower with the castle. All the changes were made in Gothic and Baroque style. Inside there is the chapel dedicated to San Giovanni Nepomuceno and some important paintings.

Mori - Castles, palaces and mansions

Castel Albano

There is little information about the history of Castel Albano. The building was composed of two floors, leaning against the main tower, a barn and even a barn. The castle was destroyed by the Venetian troops in 1440 and currently we find only the ruins of it.

Centa San Nicolo' - Adventure Parks

Acropark Rio Centa

Predaia - Adventure Parks

Sores Park

Spormaggiore - Zoological Gardens and Aquariums

Parco Faunistico Spormaggiore