Lombardi: Cultural and Nature Experiences in Vallarsa

Lombardi in Vallarsa can be discovered from two perspectives: through the history of its settlements and religious traditions, and through trails, landscapes and seasonal experiences.

Historical Traces and Local Culture

Lombardi is one of the mapped historic settlements in the municipality of Vallarsa. For 2019, a building used for agricultural and livestock purposes is also recorded in Lombardi.

The Mulino di Arlanch is located in the hamlet of Arlanch in Vallarsa. It is the best-preserved and only still-functioning mill in the valley. The Museo di Storia e Cultura Locale offers a broader historical perspective. It houses historical maps and geographical representations of historic Tyrol and the Cimbrian area with the Valli del Leno. These are joined by historical prints, paintings and photographs, as well as evidence of Cimbrian culture, language and toponymy. This gives you access to the landscape, history and regional identity beyond individual attractions.

Bells, Pilgrimage and Remembrance

Lombardi is one of the hamlets of Vallarsa where the “Tintinnabula” bell concert takes place. The bell concert can be traced back to July 2011 and is associated with pilgrimages through the 42 hamlets of Vallarsa to celebrate the community’s dedication to the Sacred Hearts of Jesus and Mary. Those interested in religious traditions and the history of small communities can therefore also view Lombardi in connection with this communal event.

Historically, Lombardi fell within the ecclesiastical jurisdiction of the newly established parish. Likewise, people who died in Lombardi were historically buried at the S. Tomaso cemetery by the bridge in Rovereto. Both references form part of the place’s history of remembrance and show how Lombardi was connected with the ecclesiastical and social structures of Vallarsa.

Landscapes and Trails Through Vallarsa

An important natural area is the Alpe di Campogrosso. It belongs both to the Special Area of Conservation (ZSC) IT3120172 “Monti Lessini – Piccole Dolomiti” and to the Special Protection Area (ZPS) IT3120099 “Piccole Dolomiti”; both areas are part of the Natura 2000 network. The Alpe di Campogrosso is also home to the three large malga complexes of Malga Bovetal, Malga Prà di Mezzo and Malga Fondi Campogrosso. They provide food and refreshments for visitors and mountaineers.

For longer routes through Vallarsa, there is the 40-kilometre “Sentiero delle Frazioni” trail network. It connects 30 of Vallarsa’s 42 hamlets. The “Giro delle Malghe”, by contrast, is a very easy trail in upper Vallarsa at the foot of Monte Cornetto and Baffelan. These differing details help you distinguish between a more extensive route connecting several hamlets and a route explicitly described as very easy.

Summer and Winter Experiences

On the “Ciama” canyoning route, the descent ends with a swim in Lago della Busa. Along the Leno, there are Kneipp stations and barefoot trails. The range therefore extends from an intensive physical activity to more relaxing activities by the water. In the cold season, the “Giro delle Malghe” can be explored on snowshoes or skis.

Other winter options include the snowshoe routes from Passo Pian delle Fugazze to Passo Campogrosso and from Giazzera to Rifugio Lancia. They are considered to be regularly groomed, easy and scenic. Depending on your preferred pace, you can explore Lombardi and Vallarsa through culture, short trails, longer connections or winter landscapes.

More Destinations for Your Travel Planning

For further travel planning, you can also explore Preore, Sarnonico, Pur, Drena, Riva Del Garda, Avio, Mollaro and Palai Im Fersental.

For the higher-level travel overview: Trentino.