Valle di Primiero – Trentino-Alto Adige. Spectacular Dolomites, protected nature and valley life.
The Primiero Valley extends at the foot of the Pale di San Martino, in the eastern sector of Trentino. It is a well-organized mountain area for tourism, but still linked to a strong alpine identity. Between welcoming villages, well-marked excursions and typical products, it is a destination suitable for all seasons. 🏞️ Dolomite peaks and protected environments:
The Pale di San Martino, part of the Dolomites UNESCO World Heritage Site, offer a unique landscape. The area is included in the Paneveggio – Pale di San Martino Natural Park, with plateaus, woods, streams and high-altitude pastures.
👉 Tip: Reach the Rosetta plateau with the lifts from San Martino and try one of the high-altitude circular trails. 🥾 Many routes, from the valley to the altitude:
Walkers and families will find numerous itineraries, well maintained and suitable for different levels: Val Canali, Lake Calaita, Treviso Refuge, Val Venegia. In summer, there are also guided hikes, activities in parks and themed trails.
👉 Tip: The tour of Lake Calaita is simple but spectacular, with an open view of the Pale. 🏘️ Orderly villages and visible traditions:
The villages of Primiero – Fiera, Mezzano, Tonadico, Transacqua – retain a well-kept alpine atmosphere. Mezzano is known for its artistic piles of wood, while Fiera di Primiero is the center of services and cultural life.
👉 Tip: Explore Mezzano with the map of the stacks and stop at one of the artisan shops in the center. 🍽️ Local cuisine and alpine products:
The area offers simple and tasty cuisine: polenta, fresh cheeses, carne salada, barley soups and traditional desserts. The cheeses produced in the malga can also be found in the village markets.
👉 Tip: Have lunch in an alpine hut on the Passo Rolle side to enjoy typical dishes with a view of the peaks. 🛏️ Cozy and well-distributed accommodation:
In the valley there are historic hotels, high-altitude refuges, farmhouses and apartments. San Martino is the ideal base for high-altitude excursions; Fiera di Primiero is perfect for those looking for tranquility and proximity to services.
👉 Tip: Choose a property with a view of Pale to admire the colors of the sunrise directly from the window.
Primiero combines spectacular Dolomite landscapes and well-kept alpine hospitality, suitable for hikers, families and lovers of the real mountains.