Travel To Trentino

It is an autonomous region in the far north of Italy along the border with Austria. The region is divided into two autonomous provinces: the Italian-speaking Trentino and the largely German-speaking Alto Adige/Südtirol (South Tyrol). The region was part of Austria-Hungary until its annexation by Italy in 1919. Three language groups co-habit in Alto Adige: German (spoken by 69%), Italian (around 27%) and Ladin (4%) in the Gardena and Badia valleys.

Welcome to the "Travel to Trentino" section of the Italy Magazine Website

Here you can find information about travel in Trentino, maps of Trentino, what weather to expect in Trentino, what to see in Trentino, and what to do in Trentino.

But first of all please read on for a brief introduction to Trentino.

Introducing Trentino

Trentino-Alto Adige with over 400 castles and stately homes, offers a unique combination of natural beauty and cultural heritage.

It is an autonomous region in the far north of Italy along the border with Austria. The region is divided into two autonomous provinces: the Italian-speaking Trentino and the largely German-speaking Alto Adige/Südtirol (South Tyrol). The region was part of Austria-Hungary until its annexation by Italy in 1919. Three language groups co-habit in Alto Adige: German (spoken by 69%), Italian (around 27%) and Ladin (4%) in the Gardena and Badia valleys.

The regional capital is Trento, known for its fine Romanesque cathedral and 13th century Castello del Buonconsiglio. Bolzano the capital of Alto Adige is the gateway between the two provinces and is characterized by a Tyrolean atmosphere.

The nature reserves of Alto Adige are among the most visited in Italy. The region lies among mountains and lakes, with its territory covering a large part of the Dolomites and the southern Alps, and is crossed by the Adige, Italy’s second longest river. There are spectacular views, endless meadows, valleys and mountains that create a remarkable natural environment. Lake Garda creates a microclimate which results into Trentino, having a Mediterranean flora (olive, live-oak and lemon trees), despite being the northernmost region in Italy.

With its “Dolomites Superski” pass, Alto Adige is the gateway to the most extensive ski area in all of Europe with 1200 km of slopes distributed over 12 different areas. Madonna di Campiglio is the chief resort in Val Meledrio.

The fertile valleys of Trentino-South Tyrol produce wine, fruit, dairy products and timber, while its industries include paper, chemical and metal production.

The mountains and spectacular valleys (Val di Sole, Val di Non and Val Gardena) comprise the Region’s main economic resource, attracting both winter and summer tourism. Another important resource of Trentino-Alto Adige is its many hydroelectric reservoirs, which allow energy to be generated and exported. Various industrial sectors have developed in the region, including woodworking, mechanical engineering and metallurgy, mainly consisting of small businesses distributed uniformly throughout the territory. A characteristic local product is Trentino porphyry, a stone that is extracted and worked in the Valle di Cembra and then sent to places all over the world where craftsman, often originally from the same valley, transform it into high-quality urban fixtures. This industry, and other allied ones, has become one of the pillars of the region’s economy.

The region also boasts some excellent Merlot, Cabernet and Pinot wines while the cuisine is a creative mixture of Austrian and Italian with dishes such as Apple Strudel and Risotto al Teroldego.