When the snow on the mountaintops slowly begins to melt, the water in the streams starts flowing vigorously again, the larches and spruces populating the dense forests start filling with vibrant green needles, while the apple orchards are tinged with a delicate pink, it means that spring has finally arrived!
Put on your hiking shoes and admire the spectacle of the blooming apple orchards in the lower Val di Sole, hop on your bike and ride along the cycle path that crosses the valley, or embark on a raft and navigate the Noce River, skillfully maneuvering through its sparkling waters.
Let yourself be enchanted by the awakening of nature, we'll take care of the rest.
Don't miss the chance to ski until late spring at 3000 meters above sea level. Enjoy the spectacular 360° panorama of the Lobbie and Pian di Neve Glaciers and have fun during the last descents of the season.
Here are the opening hours of the cable cars:
If spring awakens your desire to engage in outdoor sports and be in close contact with nature, you won't be disappointed in Val di Sole.
Here you can find various activities and experiences that will satisfy your thirst for adventure and adrenaline. You can choose between a relaxing horseback ride along the Noce River, an exhilarating paragliding flight to admire the Brenta Dolomites from a different perspective, or a fun afternoon among small suspended bridges and ziplines in the adventure parks in Val di Sole.
At the Terme di Rabbi, you can combine the therapeutic treatments of ferruginous water with immersive wellness experiences in the pristine nature of Val di Rabbi. Carve out some time to dedicate to yourself and rediscover the pleasure of living at a slower pace and in close contact with the environment around you.
Discover the territory through its history and culture. In Val di Sole, engaging and interactive museums await you, narrating the life of the local inhabitants. Whether you prefer immersing yourself in the life of a small beehive to discover how bees live and how honey is produced, or listening to the story of how the First World War was experienced by the Solandro people, Val di Sole will satisfy your curiosity.
Let us stimulate your curiosity and prepare your spirit for discovery
Sanzeno - Val di Non (24 km from Malé)
This museum hosts an exhibition of the most important archaeological artifacts discovered in the area, starting from the prehistoric times, then from the Rhaetian and Roman periods and the Early Middle Ages with the arrival of the Goths and the Lombards.
PANORAMIC WALK TO THE SAN ROMEDIO SANCTUARY
From the Museo Retico you can follow the trail along a narrow canyon that in an hour will take you to the San Romedio Sanctuary, a must from a cultural and artistic point of view.
Are you curious to discover the history of the noble families who inhabited the medieval castles in Val di Sole? Then don't miss the chance to visit Castel Caldes in Caldes and Castel San Michele in Ossana, to fully immerse yourself in their history through rooms and stories that will take you back in time. After the visit, take some time to stroll through the streets and squares of the two villages, you'll be amazed. Both villages have earned their place among the Italy’s most beautiful hamlets!
Don't forget to explore Val di Non as well, the valley of castles where you can find more than thirty castles scattered among the orchards, forests, and villages.
Coredo - Val di Non (25 km from Malé)
A fascinating way to discover this castle located in one of the oldest hamlets in Val di Non. Castel Coredo is an austere stately building. The existing building has 4 floors and it dates back to 1726.
It houses valuable furnishings, hunting trophies and a small art gallery, consisting in portraits of ancestors and members of the House of Habsburg.
Opening hours: from June 8th through June 22nd and from July 2nd through August 31st. Tuesday and Saturday with guided tours from 5:30pm. Open on September 14th, September 28th, on October 12th and 26th with guided tours from 5:30pm.
Tassullo - Val di Non (19 km from Malé)
Castel Valer is located in a panoramic position near the town of Tassullo. The castle's tower which is 40 m high, is the highest in the entire province of Trento and has an octagonale shape.
It is possible to visit the «Madruzziane» rooms, the gothic kitchen, the study, the coats of arms room, the loggia, the cellars, the internal courtyard, the gardens and the chapel.
Opening hours: From June 1st through October 28th, Saturday and Sunday with guided tours at 10:00am and at 3:00pm. Monday at 3:00pm. From July first through September 15th every day, closed July 6th, with guided tours from 9:30am until 11:30am and at 3:00pm and 5:00pm.
Vigo di Ton - Val di Non (32 km from Malé)
Located on the top of a hill in a panoramic position, this majestic castle was the home of one of the most powerful feudal families in the area.
Today it is one of the most important museums of the entire alpine arch.
Opening hours: Until November 4th. From Tuesday through Sunday. 10:00am - 6pm. Closed on Monday except in August.
Nanno - Val di Non (22 km from Malé)
Not too far from Castel Valer and just a few steps from one of Val di Non’s oldest town, you’ll find Castel Nanno, one of the most striking castles in the area. Its unique architecture includes a central tower which looks like one of the peaks of the Brenta Dolomites. The castle was already mentioned in a document from 1191. Castel Nanno is a treasure chest full of fascinating legends that reveal the history of the local territory and the families that owned the castle. The love story between Melisenda and Ludovico and the witches that were burned at the stake are just some of the events that are part of the history of a castle that has survived over the centuries.
Opening hours: Until October 27th only on Sunday from 10:00am to 5:00pm. Open on August 15th.
Campodenno - Val di Non (32 km from da Malé)
Located among apple orchards, this complex dates all the way back to the 13th Century. Behind the perimeter walls surrounding the castle, stands the pentagonal keep (tower). The manor is protected by a double curtain wall.
Opening from June 1st through October 27th, Tuesday through Sunday from 10:00am to 6:30pm.
Coredo - Val di Non (25 km from Malé)
A fascinating way to discover this castle located in one of the oldest hamlets in Val di Non. Palazzo Nero was home to the Law Courts from approximately 1460 to 1475.
On the first floor, visitors can visit the so-called ‘Hall of Justice’, with its spectacular frescoes. The Palazzo once held a witchcraft trial with no less than 150 defendants.
Opening hours: from June 8th through June 22nd and from July 2nd through August 31st. Tuesday and Saturday with guided tours from 5:30pm. Open on September 14th, September 28th, on October 12th and 26th with guided tours from 5:30pm.
The knowledge of our valley also comes through the table and its typical products, to be enjoyed in restaurants, agritourisms, and starting from approximately June, also in mountain huts and shelters. Come and discover the flavors of the Solandro tradition and let yourself be amazed by the simplicity of its dishes.
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