A holiday close to nature

A land of lakes and mountains, lush green and peaceful, Val di Ledro in Trentino is a true natural wonder. Its incredible variety of landscapes and natural settings offers many different holiday options: sport or relaxation, for families, couples or groups of friends. Here, where the Alps meet the winds of the Mediterranean, just a few kilometres from Lake Garda and south of the Brenta Dolomites, nature is truly unique and special.

The undisputed symbol and main attraction is Lake Ledro, one of the most beautiful and cleanest lakes in Trentino-Alto Adige. Its turquoise waters mirror the peaks of the Ledro Alps, which guard it like a treasure. Lake Ledro is safe for swimming and in summer becomes a much sought-after destination, thanks above all to its clean beaches, perfect for sunbathing between dips. The lake is also famous worldwide for its well-preserved Bronze Age pile dwellings.

But mountains, too, take centre stage in Val di Ledro, home to some of Trentino's most fascinating peaks, to be explored on foot or by mountain bike thanks to the extensive network of trails. Peaks such as Cima d'Oro, Cima Parì, and Monte Cadria, which at 2,254 metres is the highest in the valley.

A green belt offering endless opportunities to admire the lake from above. Once at the summit, the effort is rewarded with breathtaking views: depending on the peak, you can admire the Adamello massif and the Brenta Dolomites, Lake Ledro and Lake Garda… and of course take spectacular photos!

The incredible variety of landscapes and altitudes is matched by an equally varied climate, ranging from the alpine climate of the high mountains to the almost Mediterranean one of the sunniest areas by the lake. Over 1,500 plant species grow here, some fragile and rare, which is why Val di Ledro is part of the UNESCO Biosphere Reserve. Spring blooms bring colour to the valley floor and mountainsides: arnica and black vanilla orchid, primroses and gentians, daffodils, peonies and pure white wild lilies, like those that cover the meadows of Dromaè. Not to mention the water lilies that turn Lake Ampola pink — an unspoiled, protected body of water that, amid its dense reed beds, is home to remarkably rich wildlife.

The steep, vertical mountainsides of Val di Ledro are also home to gorges and waterfalls: over the centuries, the power of water has carved deep canyons and ravines. Among the most fascinating and dramatic are the Gorg d'Abiss waterfall and the Palvico waterfall.