Brentonico

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Located in the Trentino-South Tyrol region of Italy, Brentonico is a charming comune that offers a blend of natural beauty, historical attractions, and outdoor activities. Situated on a plateau overlooking the Adige Valley, this picturesque town is an ideal destination for those seeking a peaceful retreat in the Italian Alps.

For nature enthusiasts, Brentonico is a paradise with its lush forests, rolling hills, and stunning panoramic views. Visitors can explore the surrounding area on hiking trails that lead to scenic viewpoints and hidden gems. The Monte Baldo, also known as the "Garden of Europe," is a popular spot for hikers and nature lovers, offering a diverse range of flora and fauna.

History buffs will find plenty to discover in Brentonico, with its historical landmarks and cultural sites. The Museo all'aperto delle Palafitte di Fiavè is an open-air museum that showcases reconstructed prehistoric pile dwellings, providing insight into the region's ancient past. The town also boasts charming churches and chapels, such as the Church of San Valentino, which dates back to the 12th century.

Outdoor enthusiasts will be delighted by the array of activities available in Brentonico. In the winter, the town becomes a haven for skiers and snowboarders, with access to nearby ski resorts and slopes. During the warmer months, visitors can enjoy mountain biking, paragliding, and rock climbing, making Brentonico an all-season destination for adventure seekers.

In addition to its natural and historical attractions, Brentonico also offers a taste of traditional Italian cuisine and hospitality. Local restaurants and trattorias serve up delicious regional dishes, accompanied by fine wines from the Trentino-South Tyrol region.

Alternative names: Population: 4 thous.Area: 22.06 mi²Coordinates: 45°49'2"N, 10°57'16"E

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Nearby attractions include: Castello di Avio, Mart, Eremo di San Colombano, MAG Museo Alto Garda.

4.9 miS
Forts and castles, Historical place, History museum
Castello di Avio, Avio
125 min walk • The Castle of Avio is a medieval castle in the comune Avio, Trentino, northern Italy. It is currently held by the Fondo per l'Ambiente Italiano. It is one of the several castles commanding the Vallagarina valley of the Adige River. It features several rooms with medieval frescoes.
6.9 miNE
Museum, Art gallery, Modern art museum
Mart, Rovereto
175 min walk • The Museum of Modern and Contemporary Art of Trento and Rovereto is a museum centre in the Italian province of Trento. The main site is in Rovereto, and contains mostly modern and contemporary artworks, including works from renowned Giorgio Morandi, Giorgio de Chirico, Antonio Rotta, Felice Casorati, Carlo Carrà, and Fortunato Depero.
6.7 miNE
Monastery, Historical place, Mysterious site
Eremo di San Colombano
172 min walk • Eremo di San Colombano is a hermitage in Trambileno, Italy, notable for its location in the side of a mountain. Some natural caves, halfway up the rock wall of the gorge formed by the stream of Leno Vallarsa were certainly used from 753 from a Monaco hermit.
7.1 miNW
History museum, Museum
MAG Museo Alto Garda, Riva del Garda
182 min walk • The main headquarters of the MAG Museo Alto Garda is in Riva del Garda, at Piazza Cesare Battisti 3/a, housed in the Rocca, and a second important section of the museum, dedicated to painting, is in Arco, at the Galleria Civica "G.
6.8 miNE
Library
Biblioteca Civica Girolamo Tartarotti, Rovereto
175 min walk • The Biblioteca Civica Girolamo Tartarotti is the public library of Rovereto located on Corso Angelo Bettini #43, and forms part of the modern cultural center, including the Museum of Modern and Contemporary Art of Trento and Rovereto or MART, built adjacent to the 18th-century...
4 miSW
Nature, Natural attraction, Lake
Lago di Prà della Stua
103 min walk • Lago di Prà della Stua is a barrier lake in Trentino, Italy. The lake is at an elevation of 1050 m and retains the waters of the stream Torrente Aviana close to the country road Strada Provinciale dei Dossioli. Besides the Lago di Loppio this is the only major body of water in the Monte Baldo massif.
7.1 miNW
Forts and castles
Rocca Scaligera, Riva del Garda
182 min walk • The Rocca di Riva del Garda is a medieval fortress located in the town of Riva del Garda in the province of Trento. It is located on an artificial islet on the shore of Lake Garda and is one of the two sites of the MAG Museo Alto Garda.
7.3 miNW
Church
Chiesa dell'Inviolata, Riva del Garda
186 min walk • The Inviolata Church is a Catholic place of worship located in Riva del Garda, in largo Guglielmo Marconi, an area formerly outside the town center. Built in Baroque style in the early 17th century, it represents the most important architectural...
7.2 miNW
45°53'5"N • 10°50'29"E
Reptiland, Riva del Garda
183 min walk • Zoo, Outdoor activities, Museum
4.4 miSW
Nature, Natural attraction, Mountain pass
Bocca di Navene
114 min walk • Bocca di Navene is a mountain saddle in the Monte Baldo range in the Garda Mountains in northern Italy. The saddle separates the more solitary Monte Altissimo di Nago in the north from the rest of the range with the long ridge with Cima Valdritta in the south.
5.6 miNE
Historical place, Architecture, Historic walking areas
Manifattura Tabacchi, Rovereto
143 min walk • In the 1800s, when the Austro-Hungarian Empire controlled the territories of the upper Adige valley in northern Italy, a tobacco plant was built in the town of Borgo Sacco, now part of the city of Rovereto. An earlier name for this tobacco factory was Imperia Regia Manifattura d'Austria-Ungheria.