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The Lessinia Natural Regional Park   instituted in 1990 covers 10.000 hectares extending to the North of Verona, nestled between the Val d'Adige, the Trentino, the group of the Small Dolomites-Pasubio, the Val dell'Agno-Chiampo and the high plain of Verona, where several hilly ridges are detached from the plateau of Lessinia.

The Lessinia Natural Regional Park

To make this protected area an ideal destination for visitors looking for a genuine contact with nature and with the ancient traditions of mountain people, are the gentle grassy peaks, with its animals free to graze, the dreadful rock formations scattered on the territory, the numerous valleys and canyons that run through the land and the unique and typical products that only such a wild territory can offer.

Throughout the plateau you can admire mixed forests of hornbeam, oak and chestnut trees typical of the hilly belt which in autumn, changing color, transform the entire landscape. Higher up, however, we find beech and fir woods, an ideal area for pastures.

Lessinia offers the opportunity to observe many types of animals, such as deer, roe deer, alpine chamois, marmots, foxes, weasels, beeches, hares and squirrels as well as numerous species of wild birds such as the peregrine falcon, the golden eagle, the wood grouse

and the porcupine, thus developing a tourism linked to nature and, in particular, to observation such as bird watching. Recently the wolf was also seen in Lessinia Natural Regional Park, returning to colonize the area with a brood, an event of extraordinary naturalistic and scientific interest.

The Lessinia mountains offer several opportunities for athletes, in any season, with numerous ski lifts for the ski season up to cross-country trails, which twisted and turned through the most beautiful corners of the mountain range.

In the summer you can go hiking, horse riding and mountain biking through the mountain pastures. In the northernmost part of the park we find the testimony of the Great War, with trenches, tunnels and mule tracks that are part of a defensive system of about 34 km. Do not miss the naturalistic jewels that offers the plateau like the Folignani Forest, the Giazza Forest, the Valdadige Forest with the Corno d'Aquilio and the Molina waterfalls.

The territory

The karst phenomena and the various natural monuments are spectacular:

•   The Veja Bridge , a massive natural rock bridge, formed by the collapse of a huge cave, with one of the largest and most beautiful arches in Europe. Its beauty is such that the Ponte di Veja was visited and subsequently represented in 1474 by Mantegna in the Bridal chamber of Palazzo Ducale in Mantua.- The Spluga della Preta is a karst abyss among the deepest in Italy and is located in the municipality of Sant'Anna d'Alfaedo. The depth currently explored is 877 meters but some unexplored tunnels still remain.

• - The Covolo di Camposilvano is located at 1220 meters in the municipality of Velo Veronese and is the largest karst cavity in the Veneto Prealps and, according to local tradition, it was visited by Dante Alighieri when he was a guest of the Scaligeri of Verona.

• - Peschiera di Bolca is a cave in the gallery where fossils dating back to the Eocene are are found, about 50 million years ago, preserved in excellent condition.
• - The Valle delle Sfingi is located near Camposilvano. The valley is about 800 meters long and has a series of limestone monoliths created for the erosion and the dissolution of a layer of Red Ammonitic, which with time formed some nice mushroom shapes.

• - The Riparo Solinas , also known as the Fumane Caves, is located along the road from Fumane to the hamlet of Molina. Precisely in this place some scholars found numerous artifacts dating back to the Neanderthal Man (about 60,000 years ago) and the first Homo Sapiens, (about 32,000 years ago), so much that is considered by many the most important site in Europe , both for the long period of use and for its own characteristic

• - The Park of the Molina Waterfall is an ideal oasis for everyone, from adults to children, surrounded by lush greenery, between vertiginous rocky walls, large mysterious caverns and thundering waterfalls. It is located near the small medieval village of Molina, where time seems to run slowly. The park offers several walking and walking trails, well-marked and with an excellent.

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This fantastic Summer, the heat wasn't the only thing that made us break a sweat! 

In fact we believe wholeheartedly in this project, that tells you a story, that you too can relive over and over anytime that you want. 

AltaLessinia.com is here today, to join and promote all the most important touristic, cultural, sport and naturalistic options in Lessina, by introducing a new and accessable communicative channel, where you can get to know and experince these mountains with all that they have to offer. 

We believe that communication is first and foremost about a dialogue between people, and that this dialogue is a precious gem when exchanging the best of thoughts, the greatest of experiences, shared flavours and that welcoming way that makes you feel right at home. 

Alta Lessinia has an abundance of these precious gems that we hope to offer you today.... so you too can experience life's moments to the fullest! 

If you are reading these few lines,it means you too love, " this green land above the great plains"  (quote by A. Anderloni)  and with its naturalistic and cultural uniqueness,it remains a place where tradition, sport, flavours and hospitality join together in unison rewarding you with unforgettable thrills everytime!

We look forward to seeing you in Alta Lessinia!

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Lessinia dates back to Prehistoric times!

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Nature Park's Geography and Geology

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Traditional Products and the Lessinia Park Brand

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Lessinia Nature Park's Symbolic locations

CORNO D’AQUILIO AND SPLUGA DELLA PRETA Corno d’Aquilio (mountain elevation) is situated in the most western portion of the Park. It is characterized by steep escarpments and dense wooded areas, which dominate the Adige Valley and gentle rolling slopes in high pastures. This area is particularly in...

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Regional Nature Park of Lessinia

The Regional Nature Park of Lessinia is a genuine oasis of nature and traditions, stretching on the upper side of the Lessini Mountains. The scientific interest stimulated by this park is owed to its flora and fauna consisting of tens of species which ensure a stable balance of the regional ecosystem.

On the other hand, people with naturalistic interests will be pleased to learn the park excels by certain geological features, being marked, for instance, by the largest karst cave in the pre-Alpine area of the region of Veneto. We speak of the Covolo di Camposilvano Cave , which is said to have inspired Dante in conceiving and describing the Inferno in its Divine Comedy, and which has fueled the device of sundry local legends.

The park is dotted with all sorts of spectacular geological formations and fossil deposits, but, as it was already mentioned, it is worth visiting by people interested in discovering the local traditions, since the ethnographic and cultural identity of the communities within Lessinia has preserved virtually intact.

The organization which administrates the park also suggests visits to the more than 10 museums located within the park, in sundry localities in the area.

For complete details on the naturalistic and tourist importance of the Regional Nature park of Lessinia, as well as on visits and how to get here, use the information provided below on the organization managing the park:

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Lessinia Regional Nature Park

By Jennifer Dombrowski 10 Comments

It’s not easy to believe that long ago, instead of the lush green Lessinia Regional Park we see today, the area was covered with a warm sea rich in tropical flora and fauna.Today, the 100 kilometer square protected area is an eco and adventure travelers’ dream with tons of adventure activities available all year long. With everything from Nordic walking to paragliding in summer and snowshoeing to kite snowboarding in the winter, it can be hard to chose what to see and do! Here are a few highlights not to be missed when visiting Lessinia Regional Park in the summer:

Sant’Anna d’Alfaedo Museum

A drive up the steep slopes of the pre-Alps brought us to Sant’Anna d’Alfaedo, where the Museo Paleontoglogico e Preistorio helped us to discover how 50 million years ago this area was covered in a big sea rich in many fish and plants. The building itself is built out of stone from the area and is divided into two parts. The first part is devoted to geology of the territory, to explanations of the stratigraphys of the local caves, and to the exhibition of a series of fossils of exceptional value, among them a shark more than six meters long and a sea turtle, reptiles, ammonites, and echinoderms. The second part is devoted to local prehistory, rich of findings of incredible value, such as those of the cave of Fumane, including a 35,000 year old cave drawing and Roman coins intricate with detail.

Ponte di Veja

Nearby is the Ponte di Veja, the largest natural bridge in Europe at 50 meters high. The bridge is the result of natural formation of the cavern. In the beginning there was a cavern of karstic origin. The structure of the cavern was represented by a sort of architrave formed by the bridge with soluble calcareous rock below. The waters of the torrents passed over the bridge, forming a waterfall. With the passing of time the sinkholes were formed bringing the waters inside the cavern, this fact led to the digging, the most soluble part leaving only the arch in red ammonitic limestone. According to a popular legend, Dante Alighieri, exiled in Verona and the guest of Cangrande della Scala, was inspired by the bridge for the description of Malebolge.

Studies and excavations began in 1932 of the caves surrounding the bridge. Estimates of human presence are based on the Upper Paleolithic and date back 100,000 years with the area populated until about 10,000 years ago, a period of probable loss of the extracting of flints for the appearance of metal in sufficient quantity for the first articles made with flint. Residents near the bridge had to be skilled craftsmen at work building the flint arrows, needles, and pins.

Stop by the Trattoria Ponte di Veja after exploring the bridge and surrounding area. The menu includes several specialties with tartufo nero (black truffles) from the park.

Molina Waterfalls

Molina is a Medieval village at the junction between three valleys in steep wooded mountainside. The village itself is charming. The old stone houses reflect the style of the western Lessinia, and its botanical museum in the main square has a fine exhibition of local flora. Located below the village, is the Parco delle Cascate (Waterfalls Park), the main attraction of the village.

The final immersion of the Lessini region took place during the Tertiary era, 25 – 30 million years ago, and the rocks in this area, since the moment of their sub-aerial exposition, were subjected to the action of atmospheric agents which caused their modification and fragmentation. The waterfalls were originated along the rivers because of the presence of rocks with different levels of erodibility. The clayey waterproff layers of Biancone limestone prevent meteoric water from filtering under the ground and thus caused the creation of springs.

From the village, follow the path to the park entrance, which about a 10 minute walk. And if you think the path to the entrance is steep and strenuous, turn back! Once inside the park, there are three different trails. The first is the easy trail and takes you to the grotto and Cascata Nero.

The red path (medium difficulty) passes by all but the panoramic viewpoint, the round well, and the Dark-breasts cave. The black path is the most difficult and passes along all points, with several very steep uphill ascents. From either the red or black paths, be sure to zip along the cableway across the Cascata del Tombolino and the bravest can swing right into the Cascata Nera.

Know Before You Go

• The Sant’Anna d’Alfaedo Museum is open from May 15 – September 14 on Wednesdays, Saturdays, Sundays and holidays from 10am -12pm and 3pm – 5pm. From September 15 – May 14, it is open Saturdays and Sundays only from 9.30am -12.30pm and 3:30pm – 6:30pm.
• The Sant’Anna d’Alfaedo Museum is located in Piazza Dalla Bona in Sant’Anna d’Alfaedo (A on the Google Map below)
• Trattoria Ponte dei Veja is open daily in the summer. Closed Tuesdays the rest of the year. (B on the Google Map below)
• Parco delle Cascate is open April 1 – September 30 daily from 9am – 7:30pm; open March and October on holidays from 10am – 6pm; closed November 1 – February 28.
• Entrance to Parco delle Cascate is €5 for adults, €3 for children 6 – 11 years old, and free for children under 6. Dogs are permitted on a leash. (C on the Google Map below.)

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Jennifer Dombrowski is an independent travel publisher and an American expat who has lived in Bordeaux, France since 2016. She previously lived in Northern Italy in a small village near Venice for seven years where she fell in love with wine and wine tourism. She is an award-winning travel writer. She is also a travel correspondent on Traveling on the American Forces Radio Network. Luxe Adventure Traveler was named one of the top travel blogs to watch by the Huffington Post and TripAdvisor, and has been featured by top publications such as National Geographic, CNN, Buzzfeed, and Business Insider. Jennifer's photography has also been featured on publications such as USA Today and Travel + Leisure and on the Travel Channel.

Stephanie Romero says

July 15, 2013 at 5:38 PM

This looks like so much fun!

Jennifer says

July 18, 2013 at 2:38 PM

Definitely a lot of fun! It's a great area to discover the eco and adventure activities Italy has to offer!

Kenin Bassart says

July 19, 2013 at 3:18 PM

Looks like an awesome time, nice post!

July 19, 2013 at 9:00 PM

What a beautiful spot! I made it to the other side of Lago di Garda and Verona already but unfortunately not to this Nature park.

Jennifer Dombrowski says

July 20, 2013 at 8:29 AM

Cool! We don’t hear from many people that have explored more off-the-beaten-path parts of Italy like Lake Garda!

Andrea says

July 20, 2013 at 8:32 PM

The swing looks awsome!!

July 21, 2013 at 11:34 AM

Right?! Who doesn’t want to swing into a waterfall?

July 22, 2013 at 3:51 PM

Thanks Kenin! It’s a really great area that we’d like to discover even more of!

July 22, 2013 at 10:09 PM

What a gorgeous area, and swing looks like something I would try along with some fabulous dish with black truffles….where’s the image of the dishes?

July 22, 2013 at 10:36 PM

I was a bad blogger that day and didn’t photograph my food. 🙁

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Lessinia, Lake Garda, and Veronese Countryside

<<  Veneto

Just north of Verona is a mountainous region known as Lessinia, which includes the famous wine-making area of Valpolicella, and various other landmarks. The Province of Verona also includes the eastern shore of Lake Garda, dotted with several beautiful towns. South of Verona is instead a vast rural area.

Places to see in Lessinia, on Lake Garda, and in the Veronese Countryside

✪ Scaliger Castle of Soave

Museum of the fossils of bolca, pieve of san giorgio di valpolicella, ✪ sanctuary of madonna della corona.

• ✪ Scaliger Castle of Malcesine

Scaliger Castle of Torri del Benaco

✪ punta san vigilio, ✪ gardaland, scaliger castle of lazise, lazise promenade, ✪ fortress of peschiera del garda, ✪ borghetto, ✪ parco giardino sigurtà, scaliger castle of valeggio sul mincio, ossuary of custoza, scaliger castle of villafranca di verona.

Soave is a town located halfway between Verona and Vicenza . It was already inhabited during the Roman period and a military post in the Middle Ages. Now it is famous for its castle and the local Soave wine.

The Scaliger Castle ( Castello Scaligero) is a large fortified complex in Soave, erected in the 13th century. Despite the name, it was built before the times of the signoria , and only later expanded by the Scaligers. The well preserved structure dominates over the town and it is connected with the medieval walls that completely surround the city center of Soave, adorned with towers and three city gates.

Address: Via Castello Scaligero, 12/14, 37038 Soave VR Coordinates: 45.4230, 11.2507

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Bolca is a village located among the mountains of the Province of Verona, part of the municipality of Vestenanova. It is famous for the large amount of incredibly well-preserved marine fossils found in the area, which was under the ocean floor millions of years ago, and has been uplifted by the formation of the Alps.

The Museum of the Fossils of Bolca ( Museo dei Fossili di Bolca ) hosts a collection of interesting fossils unearthed in the area around the town, with exhibits that display the evolution of the local environment. Part of the museum is also the Pesciara , an excavation site on the nearby mountain where exceptionally well-preserved marine fossils have been found.

Address: Via S. Giovanni Battista, 50, 37030 Bolca VR Coordinates: 45.5945, 11.2099

San Giorgio di Valpolicella

San Giorgio di Valpolicella is a tiny village part of the municipality of Sant’Ambrogio di Valpolicella. Due to its medieval atmosphere and spectacular position on a hill overlooking Lake Garda, it is regarded as one of the most beautiful towns of the Province of Verona.

Also known as: Pieve of San Giorgio Ingannapoltron

The Pieve of San Giorgio di Valpolicella is a Romanesque church ranked among the best examples of such architecture in the Province of Verona. This was originally a Lombard religious building in the Early Middle Ages, later reworked in the 12th century. Adjacent to the church there is a small archaeological museum.

Address: Piazza della Pieve, 22, 37015 San Giorgio di Valpolicella VR Coordinates: 45.5353, 10.8498

Spiazzi is a tiny hamlet on the slopes of Monte Baldo, a mountain range in the Alps near Lake Garda. It forms part of the municipality of Caprino Veronese.

The Sanctuary of Madonna della Corona is a spectacular church perched on the side of a mountain near Spiazzi. The complex originated as a hermitage during the Late Middle Ages, and it was expanded several times with a church inaugurated in 1680 and the final restoration only being completed in 1988. Due to its peculiar position, the sanctuary offers breathtaking views over the surrounding valleys and mountains.

Address: Vicolo Santuario, 1, 37020 Spiazzi VR Coordinates: 45.6494, 10.8563

Malcesine is a town located along the eastern shores of Lake Garda. It was already inhabited in ancient times, and it has hosted a fortress at least since the Early Middle Ages. Once its military importance was lost, Malcesine became a popular tourist destination and now its beautiful landscape is a major attraction.

✪  Scaliger Castle of Malcesine

The Scaliger Castle of Malcesine ( Castello Scaligero di Malcesine ) is a fortified complex perched on a cliff above Lake Garda. It was initially built by the Lombards in the Early Middle Ages, and later destroyed, rebuilt, and expanded, with its current appearance dating from the 13th and 14th century. The castle became famous in the 19th century after Goethe described it in his book Italian Journey , and it has since been a popular tourist attraction. Now it hosts a museum with halls dedicated to the writer and to local history and life.

Address: Via Castello, 37018 Malcesine VR Coordinates: 45.7662, 10.8083

Torri del Benaco

Torri del Benaco is a small town located on the shores of Lake Garda, north of Garda. For centuries just a tiny village, it became relevant in the Late Middle Ages as one of the most important fortified positions on the lake.

The Scaliger Castle of Torri del Benaco ( Castello Scaligero di Torri del Benaco ) probably has its origins in a Roman fortification, later expanded several times. The current structure mostly dates from the 14th century. Abandoned for a long time, it was recently restored and turned into a museum of local history which also hosts a greenhouse for lemons and other citrus fruits.

Address: Viale Fratelli Lavanda, 2, 37010 Torri del Benaco VR Coordinates: 45.6078, 10.6854

Garda is a small town of the eastern shore of Lake Garda, famous for giving its name to the entire lake. It was founded probably in the Early Middle Ages, when it was already noted for its strategic position between two mountains that stand along the shoreline. For centuries Garda was the most important city in the area, and now it is a renowned tourist destination, with its charming old town and beautiful landscape.

Punta San Vigilio is a small promontory on Lake Garda located just outside Garda. The area is famous for its incredible vistas over the lake, among a beautiful natural environment. Punta San Vigilio also features a large villa, and a park with a beach known as Baia delle Sirene (“Bay of the Mermaids”).

Address: Punta S. Vigilio, 37016 Garda VR Coordinates: 45.5735, 10.6730

Lazise is a town on the eastern shore of Lake Garda, and a popular tourist attraction thanks to its beautiful landscape, charming atmosphere, and the various amusement parks located nearby. Lazise was already a relevant center in Roman times, but it rose to prominence in the Middle Ages. In 983, the town was granted a series of special privileges by the Holy Roman Emperor, making it arguably the first comune of Italy. After a period of independence, it came under the rule of Verona, and it followed the history of the rest of the province until today.

Gardaland is a large amusement park located between the municipalities of Lazise and Castelnuovo del Garda, near Peschiera del Garda and the shores of Lake Garda. Opened in 1975, it has grown to become the most visited theme park in Italy and one of the busiest in Europe. The park includes several attractions, some hotels, an aquarium, and more.

Address: Gardaland Resort, 37014 Castelnuovo del Garda VR Coordinates: 45.4550, 10.7138

Lazise still retains to this day most of its ancient medieval walls that surround the town almost completely and are adorned with towers and city gates. The Scaliger Castle ( Castello Scaligero ) is connected to these walls and it was built in the 14th century by expanding the previous fortifications. The castle is surrounded by gardens that go all the way to the shores of Lake Garda.

Address: Via Rosenheim, 13, 37017 Lazise VR Coordinates: 45.5040, 10.7328

The promenade of Lazise, running along the shores of Lake Garda, is famous for its charming beauty. It starts from the small port near the Scaliger Castle, which hosts the ancient border position known as Dogana Veneta , now used to host events. The promenade then goes north along the shoreline and it offers amazing views of Lake Garda.

Address: Lazise Promenade, 37017 Lazise VR Coordinates: 45.5052, 10.7322

Peschiera del Garda

Peschiera del Garda is a city located on the southern shore of Lake Garda, at the point where the Mincio river comes out of the lake. It was originally a Roman town and it became an important military post in the Late Middle Ages, thanks to its strategic position. Peschiera del Garda retained its importance until the 19th century, when it was a fundamental part of the Austrian defensive system between Veneto and Lombardy, but it ultimately became part of Italy in 1866.

The Fortress of Peschiera del Garda is a system of fortifications occupying the islands on the spot where Lake Garda ends and the Mincio rivers begins. The current fortress was built in the 15th century by the Venetians, reworking some previous structures. It was later expanded various times, especially under the Austrian rule in the 19th century, when it became the most important fortress in the area. It includes numerous military buildings, along with historic bridges, gates, and ramparts.

Address: Parco Catullo, 37019 Peschiera del Garda VR Coordinates: 45.4398, 10.6945

Valeggio sul Mincio

Valeggio sul Mincio is a town in the Po Valley located along the Mincio river, at the border between Veneto and Lombardy. It was founded in the Middle Ages and it had a strategic importance for centuries due to its position, but now is a mainly agricultural center.

Borghetto is a tiny village adjacent to Valeggio sul Mincio, located on the Mincio river. It is famous for its watermills and the beautiful environment created by the buildings facing the river. A great view of Borghetto can be enjoyed from the Ponte Visconteo , a fortified dam built in 1393 that stands just in front of the tiny hamlet.

Address: Borghetto, 37067 Valeggio sul Mincio VR Coordinates: 45.3536, 10.7244

Parco Giardino Sigurtà is a large garden and natural park considered to be among the most beautiful in Europe. The lush park is famous for its gorgeous environment, with the main attractions being its hedge maze and millions of flowers, but it also includes various lakes, ponds, and historic trees.

Address: Via Cavour, 1, 37067 Valeggio sul Mincio VR Coordinates: 45.3578, 10.7312

The Scaliger Castle of Valeggio sul Mincio ( Castello Scaligero di Valeggio sul Mincio ) was built in the 13th century on a strategically important position along the Mincio river. After the domains of Verona became part of the Republic of Venice in 1405, the castle was abandoned and only restored in the 20th century.

Address: Via degli Scaligeri, 37067 Valeggio sul Mincio VR Coordinates: 45.3529, 10.7302

Custoza is a village in the Province of Verona which is part of the municipality of Sommacampagna. It is famous for being the site of two important battles during the Italian Wars of Independence.

The Ossuary of Custoza ( Ossario di Custoza ) is a war memorial in Custoza, on the site of two battles of the Italian Risorgimento, fought in 1848 and 1866. The monument hosts the remains of soldiers who died in the Italian Wars of Independence and it was inaugurated in 1879.

Address: Str. Ossario, 17, 37066 Sommacampagna VR Coordinates: 45.3789, 10.7938

Villafranca di Verona

Villafranca di Verona is a town located southwest of Verona and it originated as a military post in the Middle Ages. The city was again military important during the Italian Risorgimento and it was the site where the Armistice of Villafranca was signed in 1859, ending the Second War of Italian Independence.

The well-preserved Scaliger Castle of Villafranca di Verona ( Castello Scaligero di Villafranca di Verona ) was built in the 12th century and it was at the time one of the most important fortresses in the territory ruled by Verona. Later abandoned, it was restored in the 19th and 20th centuries, and now its gardens are used as a venue for concerts and events.

Address: Castello Scaligero, 37069 Villafranca di Verona VR Coordinates: 45.3499, 10.8426

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• The history of Lessinia
• Lessinia Regional Natural Park
• Bosco Chiesanuova
• Cerro Veronese
• Roverè Veronese
• San Mauro di Saline
• Sant'Anna d'Alfaedo
• Selva di Progno
• Velo Veronese
• The ten things to do in Lessinia
• Photo Gallery
• Video Gallery
• I'll tell you about Lessinia

• Monumental Trees
• Natural Monuments
• Trekking and Trails
• Discover the flora and fauna
• Enjoying Lessinia
• Typical dishes and products
• The shops of flavours
• Restaurants, Pizzerias, Mountain Huts and Shelters
• Coffee, Aperitifs, Sweet and savoury delights
• Educational farms
• Medicinal herbs
• Relax in the SPA
• Take care of yourself
• Cultural Sites
• Architecture
• The small towns of Lessinia: Contrade
• Squares, churches and religious symbols
• Forts and Castles
• The Artists of Lessinia
• Mountain Biking
• Winter sport
• The places of sport
• Sport Shops
• Sports Clubs and Nature Guides
• The fashion shops
• Clubs, Craft Shops and Workshops
• THE PROJECT

The Visit Lessinia Project

Visit Lessinia is a regional marketing project, an initiative created by the citizens of Lessinia to promote and showcase the region . The project is open to anyone to wants to make a contribution, whether they are individuals, entrepreneurs, associations or institutions.

Our story began in February 2018, when a group of people from a number of municipalities in the Lessinia area came together with one request, a need: to work together so that the area could be reinvigorated and relaunched, seeking to attract sustainable, quality tourism.

To do this, a project needed to be launched involving economic activities (shops, bars, restaurants, hotels, B&Bs, other accommodation facilities, artisans, companies, associations, etc.), private individuals and, of course, public administrations.

Initially, all the mayors of the Lessinia municipalities signed the memorandum of understanding, each committing themselves financially to support the start-up of the activities.

Subsequently, various information meetings were organised and the economic and tourist operators of Lessinia were asked to sign up, while more recently the Pro Loco, Associations, Polisportiva sports clubs, Groups and Guides have been involved.

The project has already been recognised by the Veneto region and counts on important partnerships with institutions such as GAL Baldo-Lessinia, ATV (Transport), Verona Airport, the Municipality of Verona, Confcommercio, Cassa Rurale della Vallagarina, the Pro Loco consortia and, we hope, the Italian Chamber of Commerce.

This year, the Visit Lessinia area has been included in the DMO (Destination Management Organisation) Verona – a body that plans and promotes tourism in the Verona area – so as to guarantee an integrated offer on the shared platform for promoting events and distributing tourist information.

The Lessinia Pro Loco Consortium has strongly adhered to the Destination Lessinia project, to promote together the territory and the numerous volunteers always work to enhance the beauty of Lessinia in the best possible way. 

We also need people who speak the language of tourism, who are aware of its dynamics, and who can work and research every day in order to promote the area, improve its reputation, and welcome high-quality tourism that also brings development and benefits to the residents. This team of people compose the IAT Office of Lessinia, which plays the official and important function of information and tourist reception of our territory. 

IAT LESSINIA – TOURIST INFORMATION AND WELCOME OFFICE

IAT -  Tourism and Information office - Lessinia is the office responsible for collecting and distributing tourist information and for welcoming visitors , as well as many of the region's organisational activities.

It organises meetings with operators and associations to keep them up-to-date on activities, updates regional information systems and portals (website, DMS, social media, newsletter), participates in specialist training sessions for IAT, sector fairs and workshops, and coordinates associations and operators in the area. It also takes care of external communication for the promotion of Lessinia at an international level, through staff specialised in both language and tourism marketing.

The tourist office is open every weekend and on public holidays from October to May, every day from June to September, and throughout the Christmas and Easter holidays.

In August 2018, IAT Lessinia entered the circuit of the Regional IATs and is, therefore, part of the network of tourist information offices of the Veneto region. A physical but also digital network that allows to stay informed about everything going on in our region and gives regional visibility to everything that happens in Lessinia . The region has also provided a valuable IT tool, DMS, which helps in the process of uploading and distributing all of Lessinia's tourist information and points of interest to the world wide web.

IAT Lessinia keeps the main office in Bosco Chiesanuova open and coordinates 35 info-points throughout the area.

The Info-Point Network

Given the size of the Lessinia region, and in order to offer the most complete service possible, a pilot project called the ' Lessinia info-point network ' has been devised.

Since July 2019, 35 info-points have been active in the region, housed in as many facilities, including hotels, shops, libraries, points of sale, spread throughout the Lessinia area and also at its borders, in the municipalities of Verona and Colognola ai Colli.

All the info-points are in continuous and direct contact with IAT via an internet portal and are supplied with all the material on events and shows, maps, routes, itineraries, accommodation lists and more.

The Lessinia's Info Point

BOSCO CHIESANUOVA:

• Hotel Frizzolan
• Latte del Parco
• Borgo19 Abbigliamento
• BoscoPark Parco Avventura
• Hotel Ristorante Casa Leon d'Oro
• Dispensa Cerro Gastronomia
• Pizzeria Ristorante Lenci Tre
• Ottica Piccoli
• Sab Babila Calzature
• Pizzeria Ristorante Veneranda
• Bar Stella Alpina (San Giorgio)
• Albergo Ristorante Leso (Valdiporro)

CERRO VERONESE

• Biblioteca Comunale 
• Stile Retrò - Riparazioni e Sartoria

COLOGNOLA AI COLLI

• Azienda Vinicola Fasoli Gino
• Ristorante Pizzeria Al Terrazzo
• Erboristeria Parafarmacia L'Isola Verde
• Foto Ottica l'Immagine
• Hotel La Pergola 
• Move Travel - Agenzia Viaggi
• Redoro Frantoi

ROVERE' VERONESE

• Edicola da Vittoria
• Orfea Bar Ristorante Pizzeria (San Francesco)
• Hotel Cristina e Ristorante I Remenghi (San Rocco)
• Ristorante Parparo Vecchio
• Rifugio Corte 300 (Camposilvano)
• Spaccio Stella Alpina (San Vitale)

SAN MAURO DI SALINE

• Ristorante Residence Bellavista
• Country House Malga Zebari

SELVA DI PROGNO

• Osteria Ljetzan
• Pizzeria Al Torrente

VELO VERONESE

• Malga Vazzo
• Ristorante Albergo 13 Comuni
• Frantoio Salvagno (Nesente)
• San Babila Calzature