With free, tree‑lined beaches and a dedicated beach safety service, the equipped bathing areas around Lakes Levico and Caldonazzo are the ideal summer destination for anyone seeking a relaxing holiday in close contact with nature.
Valsugana is a popular tourist area thanks to its numerous mountain‑bike trails, trekking routes along the Lagorai range, water sports and pleasant lakeside walks.
Lake Caldonazzo
Lakes Levico and Caldonazzo are suitable for swimming from May to September. Lake Caldonazzo is the largest lake located entirely within Trentino and is a true natural playground for water sports such as canoeing, sailing, stand‑up paddling and swimming. It is also the only lake in the area where water‑skiing is permitted. It stretches for about five kilometres and reaches a maximum depth of 49 metres. In 2017, all the beaches of the lakeside resorts (S. Cristoforo–Pergine Valsugana, Calceranica, Caldonazzo, Tenna) were awarded the Blue Flag by the FEE.
Lake Levico
This is the second‑largest lake in Valsugana and, together with Lake Caldonazzo, one of the warmest lakes in southern Europe. It covers more than one square kilometre and has a maximum depth of 38 metres. Its shape is reminiscent of a Norwegian fjord, and it is perfect for relaxing trips on electric boats. Like Lake Caldonazzo, Lake Levico received the Blue Flag in 2017 for its water quality, beach services, unique setting and sustainable management.
It lies just a short distance from Caldonazzo, with the Colle di Tenna separating the two lakes.
Valsugana Cycle Path
Beyond lake activities, visitors can enjoy the Valsugana cycle path. The route is mostly flat and suitable for everyone. Along the way, cyclists will find rest areas with bike‑friendly services and a bike‑sharing system that allows bikes to be rented at one point and returned at another, making it easy to return by train with the whole family.
Hiking in Valsugana
The Vezzena Plateau and the Lagorai range surround the two lakes, offering walks in nature and excursions to traditional mountain huts (malghe) where cheese is still produced according to ancient methods. Here you can even “adopt a cow” and enjoy local farm‑to‑table products.
The area is also home to one of the few alpine oases: the WWF Valtrigona Oasis in Val Calamento, an ideal place to discover high‑mountain wildlife and plants. Other themed trails, such as the Gnome Trail and the Flower Trail, offer insights into Alpine flora and fauna.
Arte Sella
For lovers of contemporary art in nature, a visit to Arte Sella is a must: an open‑air cultural walk through the meadows and woods of the Sella Valley, featuring works by international artists created entirely from natural materials. Also worth visiting is the old Angeli Mill in Marter di Roncegno, home to the Scarecrow Museum.
A bit of adrenaline…
Those looking for something more adventurous can choose the Acropark adventure park, with tree‑top routes for adults and children, or visit the Castello Tesino Caves.
