Discover Besenello: History, Nature and Vineyards

Besenello combines a sunny landscape with striking evidence of its history. The town lies in a sunny amphitheatre among vineyards and orchards. This makes it a destination with several clear focal points: culture, nature, cycling and regional cuisine. When choosing a holiday apartment in Besenello, you can therefore consider which of these aspects should shape your stay.

Holiday apartment in Besenello: experience culture and history

The parish church of Sant’Agata in Besenello has medieval origins dating back to around 1205. Castel Beseno is the largest fortified complex in Trentino. In 1487, Castel Beseno was at the centre of the historic Battle of Calliano. The historical references therefore range from medieval origins to an event in 1487.

At Castel Beseno, visitors can walk along the defensive wall and handle helmets, shields and armour. Here, history is not limited to viewing walls and dates, but becomes directly tangible through the complex and its equipment. This suits a day spent combining cultural impressions with shared discovery.

Landscape and wildlife around Besenello

The Scanuppia nature reserve above Besenello combines forests, pastures and high plateaus. It is known for capercaillies as well as numerous red deer and roe deer; golden eagles can also be spotted there. During nature observations, forests, pastures and high plateaus alternate as distinct types of landscape. This gives the nature around Besenello its own character, combining observation with an experience of the landscape.

Paths for hikers and cyclists

The paved road from Besenello to Malga Palazzo is approximately 7.5 km long. The Giro di Besenello is a 7.5 km circular route around Castel Beseno to the gorge of the Rio Cavallo. When planning an excursion, the approximately 7.5 kilometres and the paved surface provide two specific reference points. Those wishing to compare different ideas for a day out can use this distinction as a guide.

The Lungo la Via del Moscato Giallo cycling tour leaves the Adige cycle path at Besenello, passes through the old village to Castel Beseno above it, and then descends through landscapes known for Moscato Giallo grapes. From Besenello, the cycle path on the floor of the Adige Valley is easily accessible by bicycle. When choosing your accommodation, it may therefore be relevant whether you would prefer short distances to cultural destinations or varied cycling stages to be the focus.

Trentino products and landscape on the Magnalonga

The Magnalonga is a traditional culinary walk during which typical Trentino products are sampled and the impressive landscapes of Alta Vallagarina are visited. The Magnalonga also incorporates the landscape of Alta Vallagarina into the itinerary.

More destinations

For further travel planning, you can also view Branzoll, Ville Del Monte, Folgaria, Cadine, Pergine Valsugana, Neustift, Molveno and Vermiglio.

For the higher-level travel overview: Trentino.