A menu of culture. Trentino. Nourish the mind.

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2015

Trentino. Nourish the mind.

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EXHIBITIONS

CULTIVATING TASTE

27 MAY – 31 OCTOBER

Palazzo delle Albere reopens with an exhibition on food production in Trentino: science, art, ethnography,

creative workshops, tasting sessions, and green spaces for close encounters with the land.

EX AFRICA - EXPLORATIONS IN ART

AND SCIENCE BY JONATHAN KINGDON

18 JULY – 10 JANUARY 2016

The exhibition explores the prolific research career and scientific and artistic production of leading expert

in African mammals, Jonathan Kingdon. It covers his early documentative approach to morphology and anatomy, his investigations into visual communication in animals,

and his free artistic interpretations.

Muse

www.muse.it

A museum in the heart of the Alps designed by Renzo Piano,

whose architecture echoes the distinctive shapes of the mountains.

The museum has become synonymous with research and the

discovery of nature and science through an innovative, creative

and experimental approach. From glaciers to dinosaur fossils

discovered in the Dolomites, from early prehistoric Alpine hunters

to a technological future represented by 3D printers, visitors wind

their way among the museum’s outstanding exhibits as on exciting

journey of discovery through a creative, experimental environment

learning about nature, science and innovation.

OPENING TIMES

Tue – Fri 10 am – 6 pm |Sat – Sun and public holidays 10 am – 7 pm

July: Tue – Sun 10 am – 7 pm |August: Mon – Sun 10 am – 7 pm |Wed 10 am – 9 pm

ADMISSION

€ 10 | concessions € 8

Muse – Museo delle Scienze

Trento, Corso del Lavoro e della Scienza 3 Tel. +39 0461 270311

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Rovereto

EXHIBITIONS

#COLLECTIONMART

TO 8 NOVEMBER

A journey through the collections of Mart in two stages covering one century. In #amodernclassicism the narrative is woven

around masterpieces by artists such as Medardo Rosso, Mario Sironi and Giorgio de Chirico. #contemporarycanon presents major works of the post-World War II period by artists

such as Lucio Fontana, John Baldessari and Alberto Burri.

THE WAR THAT IS COMING IS NOT THE FIRST ONE

GREAT WAR 1914-2014

TO 20 SEPTEMBER

This exhibition at Mart, sponsored by the Presidency of the Council of Ministers, marks the anniversary of the

start of the Great War, yet goes a step further taking

an interdisciplinary perspective on the war to bring the conflict

up to the present day through various viewpoints.

Mart

www.mart.tn.it

This prestigious Museum was designed by architect

Mario Botta and engineer Giulio Andreolli, its circular

piazza under a steel and glass cupola standing out

amidst Rovereto’s 18th century palazzi. Once a cradle

of the futurist movement, today Rovereto is still a centre

for the arts and contemporary expression.

Other branches of Mart are the Casa d’Arte Futurista

Depero in Rovereto and the Galleria Civica in Trento.

OPENING TIMES

Tue – Sun 10 am – 6 pm | Fri 10 am – 9 pm | Closed on Mondays

ADMISSION

€ 11 | concessions € 7

Mart – Museo di Arte Moderna e Contemporanea di Trento e Rovereto

Rovereto, Corso Bettini 43 Tel. +39 0464 438887

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EXHIBITIONS

EUROPE AT WAR

TRACES FROM THE SHORT CENTURY

18 APRIL – 6 SEPTEMBER

This exhibition looks at the causes which sparked World War I, but also how it was narrated in the art of interventionists enraged by shock and their discovery of the trauma. Paintings, drawings and etchings by Otto Dix, George Grosz, Mario Sironi,

Giacomo Balla, Giulio Aristide Sartortio, Italico Brass, Fortunato Depero, and others...

LIFE DRAWING/PAINTING SCHOOL.

GIULIA THUN AT THE BRITISH ACADEMY IN ROME

19 JUNE – 1 NOVEMBER

The exhibition highlights and uncovers the artistic talents of the young countess Thun, who attended the British Academy

in Rome at the beginning of the twentieth century.

Castello

del

Buonconsiglio

www.buonconsiglio.it

The Castello del Buonconsiglio is an excellent synthesis

of the history of art and of Trentino. Its architecture embraces

medieval armed fortress, government palace and Renaissance

residence, while inside can be found numerous works of art and

wide-ranging collections including the spectacular “Ciclo dei Mesi ”,

a masterpiece of international Gothic art. The Museo

del Buonconsiglio is at the centre of a network that includes

Castel Beseno, Castello di Stenico, Castel Thun, Castel Caldes.

OPENING TIMES

5 May – 1 Nov: Tue – Sun 10 am – 6 pm | other periods Tue – Sun 9.30 am – 5 pm

Closed on Mondays (except public holidays) | Open on Mondays in August

ADMISSION

€ 8 | concessions € 5

Castello del Buonconsiglio. Monumenti e Collezioni Provinciali

Trento, Via Bernardo Clesio 5 Tel. +39 0461 233770

Trento

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San Michele all’Adige

Castello

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Buonconsiglio

Museo

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Costumi

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Gente Trentina

Established half a century ago in a dismissed old monastery

of the Tyrolese Augustinians. It is considered one of Italy’s

most important museums of local traditions. A series of

wonderfully fascinating displays designed by ethnographer

Giuseppe Šebesta, embracing every aspect of the traditional

mountain culture of Trentino, from agriculture and

handicrafts to folklore and music, take the visitor on

a veritable journey into the heart of our region’s past.

OPENING TIMES

Tue – Sun 9 – 12.30 am / 2.30 – 6 pm | Closed on Mondays (except public holidays)

ADMISSION

€ 6 | concessions € 4

www.museosanmichele.it

Museo degli Usi

e Costumi della Gente Trentina

San Michele all’Adige, Via Mach 2 Tel. +39 0461 650314

EXHIBITIONS

A NETWORK OF TRENTINO ETHNOGRAPHY

1 JUNE – 31 OCTOBER

The water-powered mill, the maul, the sawmill and the noria reconstructed in the Museum are intended to motivate visitors to explore the other archaeoindustrial machineries in the region, some still in working order. Every year the Museum organizes a tour

of these sites, the ethnographic collections, house-museums, and relics of the old agro-silvo-pastoral system in collaboration with eight

“ecomuseums”: Valsugana, Lagorai, Val di Pejo, Valle del Chiese, Vanoi, Tesino, Dolomiti-Garda, Argentario.

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Trentino is a region framed by the Alps, receptive to the cultural

exchanges, ideas and movements that move across Europe now as in

the past. A wide variety of museums can be found in the towns and in

the valleys offering the visitor unforgettable experiences to nourish the

heart and mind.

Museums to explore

Gallerie di Piedicastello

Two disused road tunnels, one white and one black, have been turned into an imaginative, original venue run by the Fondazione Museo Storico del Trentino (Trentino Museum Foundation).

www.museostorico.it

Museo Storico Italiano della Guerra

One of Italy’s most important historical museums, the Italian War Museum is housed in Rovereto’s 15th century castle and boasts a vast collection of World War I exhibits.

www.museodellaguerra.it

Museo Diocesano Tridentino

The Diocesan Museum houses works of art and memorabilia of the Council of Trento and of the ancient city of Trento. A branch in Villa Lagarina complements the main museum in Piazza Duomo.

www.museodiocesanotridentino.it

Museo Civico di Rovereto

Founded in 1851, the town museum looks both to the past and to technological innovation. In addition to the main building, the museum has branches in Palazzo Alberti Poja and the Monte Baldo Botanical Garden.

www.museocivico.rovereto.tn.it

MAG Museo Alto Garda

Located in the Rocca di Riva del Garda, the Upper Garda Museum has sections on history, archaeology, landscape and contemporary art, while the Galleria Civica in Arco is dedicated to the painter Giovanni Segantini.

www.museoaltogarda.it

Campana dei Caduti

Constructed in Rovereto after the Great War in memory of the fallen

of all conflicts, it has now become a symbol of peace and dialogic

education. Managed by the Campana dei Caduti Works Foundation.

www.fondazioneoperacampana.it

Museo Casa De Gasperi

The house in Pieve Tesino where statesman Alcide De Gasperi was born is now a museum, a rich repository of Trentino, Italian and European history.

www.degasperitn.it

Museo Ladino di Fassa

Collections and multimedia installations narrate the material and spiritual culture of the Val di Fassa and the language of the Ladin people.

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SASS Spazio Archeologico Sotterraneo del Sas

The most ancient and secret side of Trento is revealed through Roman remains, mosaics and frescoes in this underground archaeological space.

www.trentinocultura.net/archeologia.asp

Museo Nazionale Storico degli Alpini

Located on Doss Trento, the museum displays relics, weapons, photographs and documents relating to the history of the Alpine Corps.

www.museonazionalealpini.it

Museo delle Palafitte di Fiavè

This museum of pile dwellings exhibits archaeological finds and types

of dwelling in the Giudicarie Valleys dating back to 3800 BC, with

films and reconstructions to complement the visit.

Museo Retico di Sanzeno

A journey in the Val di Non from prehistory to the period of Christianisation, with an interesting section on the Rhaetians during Roman times.

Centro d’Arte Contemporanea di Cavalese

The historic Palazzo Firmian in Cavalese in Val di Fiemme is home to a vibrant art gallery, which holds numerous exhibitions focussing on contemporary creativity.

www.artecavalese.it

Centro di Documentazione Stava 1985

A powerful memorial invoking the dramatic mass of water, mud and trees which hit the villages of Stava and Tesero in Val di Fiemme in 1985.

www.stava1985.it

Arte Sella

Works, performances and contemporary art creations in dialogue with the natural environment of the Val di Sella in Valsugana, displayed in the open air.

www.artesella.it

Museo dell’Aeronautica Gianni Caproni

Founded in the early 20th century by aviation pioneer and native of Trentino Gianni Caproni, the Aeronautical Museum houses a permanent collection of historic aircraft.

www.muse.it

Museo delle Palafitte del Lago di Ledro

The Lake Dwelling Museum houses numerous objects and tools from the Bronze Age. Next to it is a reconstruction of a pile dwelling.

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Wherever you go in Trentino your eye will sooner or later fall upon the

crenelated walls and towers of its numerous castles, the legacy of a

border land. Over the centuries they have been residences in addition

to serving military functions, and are now veritable treasure chests of

stories and art objects waiting to be discovered. There are also many

ruins, crumbling walls bearing the imprint of time and history, and

these, too, are being carefully restored.

Castles to be experienced

Castello del Buonconsiglio

Imposing military fortress and sumptuous residence of the Prince Bishops, it also houses the collections of the Museo del Buonconsiglio.

Castel Beseno

The largest ancient fortress in the region, it stands out like a giant ship on a promontory above the Vallagarina.

Castello di Rovereto

Its walls rising above the town of Rovereto, the castle now also houses the Museo Storico Italiano della Guerra, an important repository of memories.

www.museodellaguerra.it

Rocca di Riva

Austere yet elegant, this medieval fortification is located right in the

heart of the town and is also home to the Museo Civico.

Castello di Arco

A spectacular castle clinging to a rocky spur above Arco and surrounded by an enchanting landscape of olive groves.

www.comune.arco.tn.it

Castel Drena

Its mighty crenelated medieval tower high above the Sarca valley offers a captivating sight to passing travellers.

www.comune.drena.tn.it

Castello di Stenico

An impressive manor house between Lake Garda and the Brenta Dolomites, with elegant decorations, frescoes and installations.

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Castello di San Giovanni

Rising sheer above Lake Idro, the castle still guards the entrance to the Giudicarie valleys.

www.cultura.trentino.it

Castel Thun

The architecture retains its appearance of military might, yet inside can be found the extraordinary treasures of a noble residence that has changed little over time.

Castel Caldes

Majestic manor house at the entrance to the Val di Sole bearing the traces of numerous enlargements between the 13th and 15th centuries.

Castello San Michele

A manor house with ancient - probably Lombard – origins, its importance in the Middle Ages came from having control over the Ossana district in Val di Sole.

www.comune.ossana.tn.it

Torre di Regola – Palazzo Assessorile

Located in the town of Cles, this is a cluster of several buildings and a medieval tower, a fascinating amalgamation of different epochs.

www.comune.cles.tn.it

Castello di Avio

The gateway to Trentino on the river Adige, the castle has presented a striking spectacle to passing travellers since the 11th century.

www.visitfai.it/castellodiavio

Castello di Pergine

Built in the 12th century, the castle guarded the road to Trento and to the Valle dei Mocheni with its rich mineral deposits. It is now in private ownership housing a hotel and restaurant.

www.castelpergine.it

Castel Toblino

A rare example of a fortified lakeside site. Almost surrounding it,

Lake Toblino adds enchantment to the castle. Now a restaurant, the grounds and restaurant are open to visitors.

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Castel Pietra

Standing guard over the line of the river Adige at Calliano, it has borne witness to battles between the Venetian Republic, the Imperial army and the Prince Bishops of Trento.

www.castelpietra.info

Castel Noarna

Now lying peacefully amid its splendid vineyards, it was first documented

in 1189 and became notorious for its witch trials.

www.castelnoarna.com

Castel Ivano

This impressive structure towers over the Valsugana, the reason the most powerful feudal dynasties in the area fought over it between the 12th and 15th centuries.

www.castelivano.it

Castel Belasi

Set amid coniferous woods in Campodenno, the castle is protected by double walls and an impressive pentagonal tower. The ground

floor and inner courtyard can be visited with a guide.

www.visitvaldinon.it

The Castle Tourist Train

Take a day out to discover the most fascinating manor houses in the

Val di Non and Val di Sole and their surrounding landscapes. Journey

like a traveller from times gone by along a railway line steeped in

fascination and history. Board the train with special carriages in Trento

and enjoy the ride up Alpine valleys to Castello San Michele below the

white peaks of the Presanella mountains. Then it’s on to Castel Caldes,

which for centuries stood guard over the entrance to the Val di Sole. The

day ends with visits to Castel Valer, with its distinctive tall hexagonal

tower, and Castel Thun with its refined atmosphere. On the way, you

will have the chance to enjoy a snack along the Apple Road, an aperitif

and lunch prepared by the Trentino Association of Chefs, and watch the

sun setting over the Dolomites while sipping an “evening infusion” and

getting acquainted with medicinal herb growers.

www.iltreninodeicastelli.it

Castles

open by appointment

RUNNING

Every Saturday from 11 July to 5 September (except 15 August)

TICKETS

€ 55 | concessions € 44 (under 18s and Trentino Guest Card holders)

BOOKING

Agenzia Viaggi GuidaVacanze - CLES | Tel. +39 0463 423002

info@guidavacanze.it | Opening Times: Mon – Fri9 am – 7 pm | Sat9 – 12 am

The Castle Tourist Train | INFO

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An entire region transformed into a fortified border, with trenches,

military paths, strongholds and fortresses protecting the area from all

potential lines of attack. No longer places of devastation, these forts

are now repositories of memory, the focus of architectural restoration

and preservation. Places worth visiting, standing now amidst silent

nature which has healed the once lacerated land.

Forts

open to the public

Batteria di Mezzo

Artfully camouflaged at the top of Monte Brione overlooking the northern

end of Lake Garda, it can be reached by a charming footpath.

Forte Belvedere

Built between 1909 and 1912, it is one of the fortresses on the Folgaria, Lavarone and Luserna plateaux built by order of the Emperor. The fort remains intact and is now a museum.

www.fortebelvedere.org

Forte Cadine

This classic valley barrier near Cadine, built to defend Trento, is now open to the public with interactive, multimedia displays illustrating

Trentino’s entire network of fortifications.

www.museostorico.tn.it

Forte Corno

The fort, which has undergone successful restoration, stands on

the right flank of the Valle del Chiese, near Praso. It was built to

complement the nearby Lardaro barrier.

www.visitchiese.it

Forte delle Benne

An outpost of the Trento fortress. Located opposite Forte Tenna, the two citadels closed off the Valsugana at Levico like a pincer.

www.visitvalsugana.it

Forte Garda

Part of the Monte Brione defensive system near Riva del Garda, the fort was built into the contours of the land making it almost invisible.

Forte Larino

Guarding access to Trentino along the axis of the Valle del Chiese, the fort is near Lardaro, which lent its name to the barrier formed by Forte

Larino and two other fortifications.

www.visitchiese.it

Forte di Nago

Part of the Upper Garda defensive works built to block potential

infiltration into the Adige Valley through Passo San Giovanni, Mori

and Rovereto.

www.comune.nago-torbole.tn.it

Forte Pozzacchio

The whole structure, which was recently restored, was carved out of a rocky promontory standing guard over the Vallarsa and access from Vicenza province.

www.visitrovereto.it

Forte Strino

Built with the aim of blocking the Tonale road, this nineteenth century

fortification soon proved to be inadequate for its purpose. It was

decommissioned in 1915.

www.valdisole.net

Forte Tenna

Built at the end of the 19th century on a hill separating Lakes Levico and Caldonazzo, it helped bar the entrance to Trento and watched

over the road leading to the Lavarone fortifications.

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If you’re looking for something to feed

your mind Trentino is the place for you.

Do you have an exceptionally refined palate,

a love of the very best? Do you follow tradition

or do you prefer to be taken by surprise?

Take a seat, browse through this unusual menu

and put in your order for something to satisfy your

curiosity and your desires and give you a foretaste

of a voyage of discovery that will leave you replete.

A fresh avant-garde antipasto, a historical starter,

a sophisticated main course, maybe even

a dessert to take you back to the Middle Ages

or the Renaissance or send you soaring to the stars.

Ask at your restaurant or hotel for information

on special offers, discounts and cards to enhance

the taste of culture during your stay in Trentino.

www.visittrentino.it

Photos: A. Linke | Pillow lab | P