Trentino-Alto Adige & the Dolomites:
Breathtaking Mountains, Wilderness Lodging and Distinctive Heritage
Travel to Trentino-Alto Adige & the Dolomites offers an astounding array of activities and experiences in all seasons, mixing the best of Italian culture with a touch of German and Austrian traditions. (You will note than many town names are in both Italian and German and that the food specialties of the region lead toward those most famous in Germany.) Cities and towns standout for their sheer beauty, as well as opportunities for all kinds of active adventures. The highlight of any trip to the region will be a visit to the Dolomite Mountains, a rugged and amazingly beautiful section of the alps.
Pale di San Martino by Stefano Merler (Merlo) and Monica Dallabona
The Dolomites near Cortina by Graeme Churchard
Pragser Wildsee by Bbb Commons
Vienna – Rathaus Christmas Market by charley1965
Bolzano Winter Christmas Market by Skafa
Villnoess St Magdalena 1 by Böhringer Friedrich
Rifugio Abate by Antonio Carestia
Bozen – Waltherplatz by Benreis
Tenuta Baron Longo by Lucas Larcher
View from the Hotel Therme relaxation room, Merano Italy by Stephen Colebourne
Magical Christmas Markets
Unparalleled Activities in Nature
Dreamy Cycling Options
Mountain Lodging in Trentino-Alto Adige & The Dolomites – Rifugi Everywhere
Charming Cities, Enchanting Castles and Tasty Wine…
And Characteristic Villages
Summer is truly astounding here! If you ever dreamed of walking through meadows of wildflowers, with tall mountain peaks in the background and cows grazing around each corner, this is the place for you.
Why not go for a swim in one of Trentino-Alto Adige’s marvelous lakes?
Skiers will be spoiled for choice… with over 2,000 kilometers of slopes and 650 ski lifts, the possibilities are endless.
Cyclists traveling to Trentino-Alto Adige & the Dolomites are in for a treat! From easygoing cycling paths to off trail mountainous adventures, there are options for everyone.
For a special experience, spend the night…or several at a rifugio.
Hike from one to the next and make it your entire trip or stop by one at the end of a day hike – maybe snack on some homemade apple strudel before heading back.
Visit the villages known for their distinctive Ladin culture.
Make sure to explore the castles and museums here, and maybe even try to learn a few words of their ancient folk language.
Don’t miss the chance to experience the region’s famed Christmas Markets – magical at night, when the stalls are lit up and the scent of warm food and drink is in the air.
Wander the streets of Trentino-Alto Adige’s cities and towns, exploring outstanding gardens and Tyrolean inspired churches.
History lovers will want to see Otzi, the famous iceman discovered in 1991 and housed in Bolzano’s archeology museum.
Relax with some winetasting along the region’s Strada dei Vini or at the beautiful thermal spa at Merano.