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In the footsteps of history
a heritage worthy of discovery

Culture in Garda Trentino

silent witnesses of history

Picturesque villages, medieval castles, archaeological sites and frescoed churches: all precious witnesses to a thriving past, hidden amidst the lush nature of Garda Trentino. Follow in their footsteps, listen to their stories, discover their fascinating secrets – from fortress to fortress, from tower to tower. Delve into the history of Garda Trentino and marvel at its age-old culture!

Canale di Tenno - Lake Garda
the charm of villages
small places with a big history
These are places that touch the soul: here, where time seems to stand still, life slows down, and the joy of tranquility is rediscovered. The villages of Garda Trentino—some recognized among the Most Beautiful Villages of Italy—are surrounded by breathtaking scenery and steeped in history, serving as precious guardians of our past.
MEDIEVAL CASTLES
SILENT CUSTODIANS OF HISTORY
Stately residences nestling amongst olive trees. Fortresses that perch above the landscape. Emblems of episcopal power – famous enough to appear in watercolours by the masters of the Nordic Renaissance. Witnesses to a distant past and the setting for historical re-enactments: Garda Trentino is the land of castles.
THE CHURCHES OF GARDA TRENTINO
PLACES OF FAITH, PLACES OF ART
Cycles of frescoes that are among the oldest in Trentino; remains of early medieval balustrades; evidence of Gothic iconography: the churches of Garda Trentino can relate centuries of popular devotion and are home to gems of sacred art of inestimable value. Walk through the naves, linger before the altarpieces, sit in the shade of the cloisters – and let yourself be enchanted by the artistic heritage of the churches of Garda Trentino!
cultural EXPERIENCE
Visit the forts that once guarded the routes to the Upper Garda region. Meet a famous 19th-century poet and his Sibyl. Learn to recognise the constellations in the clearings of the Ledro Valley. Pick flowers in the botanical garden and make your own soap. Join in the Garda Trentino Experience and discover for yourself the true fascination of culture!
Ledro
Fiori e saponette
Ticket from 9,00 €
Culture
THE MUSEUMs OF GARDA TRENTINO
COLLECTIONS THAT RECOUNT THE PAST
Take a stroll through history: the museums of Garda Trentino will accompany you on a voyage to discover what has been. From exhibition halls with paintings by local masters to collections of farm implements; from local testimonies to nature trails and wine tastings. Each museum becomes a journey within a journey. Let time stop a while as you marvel at the collections of Garda Trentino!
the archaeological sites of garda trentino
the past tells its own story
The remains of ancient settlements, pile dwellings on the water, collections of historical artefacts belonging to local populations: the archaeological sites of Garda Trentino host treasures that date back over 3,500 years. From the Bronze Age to ancient Rome, from Charlemagne to the turbulent Middle Ages – in Garda Trentino the meridian marks a distant epoch. Discover how we were then – and what we lived on!
Itineraries
Hidden Treasures

Leave the main road behind and get lost in the alleys and narrow streets of Garda Trentino—it's often there that the true treasures are hidden.

to explore them, choose one of our routes

LAND ART
an art gallery in the midst of nature

Art mixed with nature, works made from natural materials gathered in the forest, all giving life to a collection that echoes the indissoluble bond with the landscape and the intrinsic beauty of the natural world – in the pine forests, along the streams, beside the footpaths. Explore the woods of Garda Trentino and go in search of Land Art!

forte batteria
the great war
on the road to the front
Forts dug into the rock; tunnels and trenches. During the First World War, Garda Trentino marked the front line separating the troops of the Austro-Hungarian Empire from the army of the young Kingdom of Italy. Garda Trentino’s strategic position made the territory impassable – and the remains of this mighty defensive line are still visible.
LIVING HISTORY
in touch with history
Palaces that tell of ancient splendours; hydropower stations that revolutionised the economy of the area; art installations that mark old military roads and wartime trenches. The architecture of Garda Trentino takes you on a journey through time, to discover what has been and to learn from the past.

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2 of the most beautiful villages in Italy
Borgo di Rango and Canale di Tenno
8 castles
tell the story of this land by the lakeside
> 10 meters tall
the tallest witch in the world is in Balbido
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2 of the most beautiful villages in Italy
Borgo di Rango and Canale di Tenno
8 castles
tell the story of this land by the lakeside
> 10 meters tall
the tallest witch in the world is in Balbido