A paradise between earth and sky

Val Martello is one of the most beautiful side valleys in the Val Venosta. The pre-Roman and Roman traces of the Val Martello are many, the most important historical find found is the bronze dagger, dating back to 1700 BC. C and found in 2007 at 1900 meters above sea level. It is a weapon used for ritual purposes. The original column that settled in Val Martello is of medieval origin and even today the uses and customs do not remain. A stage of the Giro d'Italia in 2013 and 2014, the valley is the perfect place to ride a bike so that you can discover the paths immersed in the green of nature. The visitor center of the Stelvio National Park is a contemporary museum that tells the story of the South Tyrolean farming culture. The exhibition narrates the culture of the farm and the past of the citizens. The artificial basin of Lake Gioveretto where you can experience the thrill of climbing on the artificial wall of the basin. The basin is immersed in the Stelvio National Park, one of the largest protected areas in the Alps. The landscape of this peak is unique for the variety of flora and fauna, as far as fauna is concerned, hunting has been abolished throughout the park since 1983, you can admire animals such as ibex, eagles and gibet. A natural heritage that can be admired thanks to the 220-kilometer hiking trails. The paths are also articulated according to the degree of difficulty, there are paths suitable for a Sunday trip and paths that lead up to the glaciers. The first route to take is that of the Rioplima Gorge, a waterway that has flowed between the rocks for centuries, which can be admired thanks to a suspension bridge. Val Martello is the perfect place for those who want to practice winter sports, the cross-country ski center offers 12 kilometers of slopes that are divided between beginners and inexperienced. The world triathlon facility in the valley is considered the most beautiful in Italy. Local products are strawberries, cherries and raspberries. The thematic path of Val Martello tells the whole story of the strawberry from birth to the finished product and allows us to get to know all the farms that operate in the area. In June the strawberry festival is celebrated where it is possible to eat a slice of the 25m high cake and admire the queen of the Strawberry. A typical dish is roast lamb with speck celeduli.