Trip to Trentino: works of art and museums not to be missed

«SI am convinced that without art the world is chaos. Art means feeling emotions; without living them and sharing them we couldn’t move forward.” How can you disagree with the words spoken on the occasion of the film’s release Little Girl Blue, by actress Marion Cotillard? They represent a universal invitation to seek beauty and enjoy it to the full. AND this enrichment of the spirit, body and mind is something that is easy to achieve in Trentino. In fact you are spoiled for choice activities, news, unexpected open-air museums that allow you to regenerate following the common thread of art.

Trento, from the Romans to the Olympics

Let’s start straight away Trent, which holds surprises even underground. The city has opened to the public there Roman Villa of Orpheus elegant residence from two thousand years ago, which takes its name from the large polychrome mosaic that decorates the reception room and embellishes the itinerary of the Underground Roman Tridentumof which lo is already part Sas Archaeological Space (an area which, until September 29th, also serves as the backdrop to the photographic exhibition From the earth the future. Journey through the 150 years of the Edmund Mach Foundation). We return to the surface to start getting into the mood of the 2026 Winter Olympics, with many competitions hosted in Val di Fiemme. The Galleries of Trentotwo former road tunnels, kick off the three-year project Connecting ringsa reflection on the history of sport that starts with the first exhibition Recordswhich will be followed by the second and third, themed on Technology and Territories.

Trentino, dialogues with the spirit of nature

From the future to the past and back, to be fascinated by the world of shamanism with‘exposure Shamans. Technology, spirit, ideawhich runs until June 30th Palace of the Trees to Trent and the METS (Trentino Sanmichele Ethnographic Museum in San Michele all’Adige: a journey through anthropology, psychology, archeology and contemporary art.

Just move then to Buonconsiglio Castlethe most important regional historical-artistic monument, which celebrates its hundred years, to immerse yourself in another reality thanks to With sword and cross. Lombards in Civezzano: «An exhibition that writes the history of the Lombards in Trentino for the first time» underlines Laura Dal Prà, director of the complex. From March 22nd to October 2nd you will admire unique finds, from the sumptuous sarcophagus of the “Prince of Civezzano” to the gold jewelery of the “Princess of Civezzano”which tell of Byzantine contacts and Frankish ancestry. Not to be missed at the Castle Cycle of Months in the Torre Aquila, a masterpiece of international Gothic.

In Rovereto, in Depero’s futurist house

But it doesn’t end here, because the love of art can be combined with a bit of healthy exercise, perfect for discover unusual places by urban trekking, with a guide or independently; not only in the historic center, but also on the hills close to the city. The same goes for Roveretowhich offers themed itineraries: from churches to museums, first and foremost The Tuesday (Museum of Modern and Contemporary Art)from buildings to curiosities, going to find, for example, the Cappelleria Bacca, a shop “protected” by two caryatids designed by Fortunato Depero. To learn about the works of the master of Futurism, you reach the Depero House Museum, which houses paintings, collages, posters and furniture created by the pioneer of contemporary design.

Mezzano: These stacks are a work of art

From cities to villages, but always in the name of art. Strong identity, purity of nature, creativity. When you arrive in Mezzano, at the foot of the Pale di San Martino, these are the aspects that strike you and make you want to get to know the area bettermoreover in an original way with Cataste&Canzei (mezzanoromantica.it/cataste-e-canzei)the permanent exhibition of artistic wood stacks. Are you looking for a permanent Center of Gravity? Here you will find it. And what is a huge ear of corn doing on a balcony? Demonstrate the Balcony function by Alberto Cosner, that is, he recalls that the balcony was used to dry corn. Whether you smile or discover something about the customs of the past, You can’t get bored in Mezzano. Especially if you admire these stacks of firewood (in Canzei dialect) artfully arranged; a distinctive feature of the village, which boasts over 30 works, the latest of which is called Goodbye by Renzo Zugliani.

Still art and nature in constant evolution. The works of art are “let go” into the woods, inviting us to rely on the perennial transformation of life. Where? TO RespirArt, one of the highest art parks in the world, in Pampeago, Val di Fiemme, born from a project by Beatrice Calamari and Marco Nones; the works, at 2200 metres, interact with the Dolomite peaks of Latemar and the expanses of pastures, for a full immersion that nourishes the body and the spirit.

With the colors and brushes in the backpack

Like the one who lives therehe painter Silvia De Bastiani, for years dedicated to the theme of the mountain and its natural elementsi: «When I go to the mountains with the colors, with my album, I discover it from a different angle. A meditative, contemplative aspect takes over, which is linked to the most intimate part of oneself; a decidedly spiritual relationship is established, which is not so automatic in normal visits to the peaks.” Silvia is among the few artists who work and teach en plein air (primieroattivative.it) even at high altitudes: «Contact with nature is fundamental, stopping to paint from life and looking at a landscape for a long time allows you to visualize aspects of it that are not legible at first sight. During the courses I notice that there is a great need to slow down and relearn how to observe, and that people leave feeling refreshed. The participants concentrate, become enthusiastic, thanks to the landscape, which transmits well-being. A slow way of experiencing nature is rediscovered, and art becomes a medium».

The journey continues, this time “in” and “with” the ice. Yes, because until the end of March in Val di Sole, in front of the Presena Glacier, there is Paradice Music (reachable from Passo del Tonale with the Paradiso cable car), a festival that hosts artists ranging from classical to rock with instruments made of ice at 2,600 meters in an “igloo” theater, with particular sounds. Music at high altitude also in the Valleys of Fassa, Cembra and Fiemme: the Dolomiti Ski Jazz until March 17th it will liven up the terraces of the refuges, the villages and the theaters of the valleys.

Where to sleep in Trento

Artists’ Inn
via Roma 23, Canazei (Trento). Art hotel where the rooms host paintings by artists. In front of the hotel there is the Tan Art Gallery, still owned by the family. Double from 252 euros. locandadegliartisti.art

Relais Mozart
via Cittadella 41, Rovereto (Trento). B&b in the former lemon house of Villa de Probizer with rooms dedicated to Depero and Mozart. Double room from 90 euros. relaismozart.it

What to eat in Trentino

Sense
Corso Bettini 43, Tues of Rovereto. Cooking as an art form with starred chef Alfio Ghezzi. In the restaurant, pieces of Italian design and international. alfioghezzi.com

Silvio’s restaurant
Location Masetto 1, San Michele all’Adige (Trento). Furnishings by Riccardo Shweizer, an artist from Trentino who frequented Picasso and Chagall. Try the homemade pasta and the Schweizer convivial dish. restaurantdasilvio.com

What to buy

Primiero Social Dairy
via Roma 179, Mezzano di Primiero. It produces cheeses and dairy products while safeguarding the mountain territory; among the delicacies is Toséla, which preserves the aroma of the plants of the Alpine pastures. New entry is the Sinfonie di Primiero cosmetic line, based on local whey, honey, extracts of flowers and plants from the Valley, with fragrances created by Lorenzo Dante Ferro. caseificioprimiero.com

Artelèr
Via Scopoli, 35 Tonadico. Items of clothing and household items, hand-woven with fine and natural yarns. arteler.it

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