From river Noce at the bottom of the valley, Val di Sole rears up towards the majestic peaks north of the Ortles-Cevedale range, south of the Brenta Group and west of the Adamello - Presanella range. You will find the pristine nature of the Stelvio National Park and the Adamello Brenta Natural Park. A valley that abounds with water, pouring out as...

Spring awakening in the Dolomite region of Plan de Corones opens up a world of adventure and natural beauty that can be explored on foot or on two wheels. Surrounded by the majestic backdrop of the Dolomites, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, and framed by three nature parks, the region offers a unique mix of unspoiled landscapes and sporting activitie...

Italy is in a demographic winter, with a birth rate considerably below the 2.1 rate needed for a stable population. In fact, the birth rate in Italy has fallen for the 15th year in a row and now sits at 1.20 children per woman. That is, except for Balzano and the Alto Adige-South Tyrol area surrounding it. There, the birth rate has stayed stable fo...

In a municipal building in the heart of the Alpine city of Bolzano, Stefano Baldo left work early to take a break to breastfeed. “It’s clear that I don’t breastfeed,” said Baldo, a 38-year-old transportation administrator, in his office decorated with photographs of his wife and six children. But with his wife at home with a newborn, a parent ha...

Alto Adige Wines continues its Digging Deeper Roots campaign in the US market through comprehensive and thoughtful trade and media initiatives. Launched in 2023, the program enhances this Italian region's reach, awareness and understanding with key target audiences. It is led by the region's agency of record, Teuwen, an Evins Communications Company...

The interaction between Wineries and Design represents a trend of great topicality and extreme interest. More and more wineries, especially in recent years, have transformed their cellars into authentic works of Design. In this article we will consider a few Italian examples, having before us a panorama of dozens and dozens of fascinating ones. In...

Equestrian enthusiasts will love a vacation on horseback in Italy: seeing the Bel Paese from the saddle is truly a unique and unforgettable experience. From north to south and on its islands, Italy boasts innumerable areas for excursions on horesback, ideal for discovering beautiful and unique places. Nature lovers can explore natural parks, immers...

As a student, I used to live with a girl from Merano, Alto Adige: two Italians abroad, both from the mountains — one from those of Piemonte, the other from the Dolomites — we had a lot of things in common, including a genetic love for the snow and trekking at high altitude, and a penchant for heavy, homemade liquors. Her brother used to make a fant...

Val di Fassa is a paradise immersed in the heart of  Dolomites, among the most famous peaks of Trentino: the Pale Mountains, the Marmolada, the Sella Group, the Sassolungo, the Catinaccio Group, which are some of the most famous and iconic peaks in the world. It is divided into 7 municipalities: Canazei, Campitello di Fassa, Mazzin, Pozza di Fassa,...

Sport and adventure, relaxation and tranquility or pleasure and tradition? Don't mind, you don't have to decide - whatever your goal for your vacation, you will be spoiled for choice in Ratschings! This region is full of possibilities - as a couple, with family or individually; every day offers a new experience. The commune of the three silent vall...