Vanoi Valley – Trentino-Alto Adige. A silent territory at the foot of the Pale di San Martino. The Vanoi Valley is a side valley of Primiero, surrounded by greenery and little touched by mass tourism. With its extensive forests, pastures, mountain huts and small villages, it is a perfect destination for those looking for nature, walks and alpine authenticity. 🌲 Alpine forests and uncrowded trails: The valley is surrounded by dense forests and crisscrossed by hiking trails suitable for everyone. The routes lead to Lake Calaita, Val Giasinozza and the mountain pastures of the area, with spectacular views of the Pale di San Martino. 👉 Tip: Start from Caoria and walk the Trekking ring of the Ethnographic Trail, easy and full of naturalistic and historical ideas. 🏡 An Alpine identity that is still alive: Vanoi preserves a well-rooted peasant culture: the active mountain huts, the wooden farms, the small villages and the village festivals tell the story of mountain life with simplicity and pride. The Vanoi Ethnographic Trail is a concrete testimony of this. 👉 Tip: Visit the Park Center in Canal San Bovo and the small museum of wood and local sheep farming. 🥾 Protected nature and slow pace: Vanoi is part of the Paneveggio – Pale di San Martino Natural Park. Its environments vary from open meadows to wetlands, from spruce forests to high pastures. The atmosphere is peaceful, perfect for hiking, nature photography or simple walks. 👉 Tip: Organize an excursion to Malga Fossernica di Fuori to experience the alpine mountain. 🍽️ Local flavours and alpine dishes: The restaurants and refuges of Vanoi offer rustic mountain cuisine: polenta, tosela, mushrooms, game and fresh cheeses. The ingredients are local, often produced directly in the valley or on the farms. 👉 Tip: Try a plate of grilled polenta and cheese in an alpine hut with a view of the peaks. 🛏️ Simple accommodation in natural environments: The Vanoi Valley offers family B&Bs, farmhouses at high altitude, alpine refuges and traditional apartments. The accommodations are designed for those looking for calm, authenticity and direct contact with the environment. 👉 Tip: Sleep in Canal San Bovo to be close to services and paths, in a quiet setting. The Vanoi Valley is a private corner of Trentino, where the mountain still retains its simple and welcoming character.