WELCOME TO VAL DI NON
Val di Non is the largest valley in Trentino, rich in rivers, lakes, and dramatic canyons — earning it the name Canyon Valley. Surrounded by mountain ranges like the Brenta Dolomites and the Maddalene (part of the UNESCO World Heritage), this region blends breathtaking landscapes with deep cultural roots.
Explore grand castles, historic sanctuaries, and charming villages. And don’t miss the local food and drink traditions — from the world-famous Melinda apples to cheeses, cured meats, wines, and craft liqueurs.
LAKE OF SANTA GIUSTINA
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The Santa Giustina lake is situated in the centre of the Non valley, near the town of Cles.
It is an artificial lake and the huge dam was built between 1943 and 1951. The dam, 152 m high, enabled the use of River Noce’s water (one of the main affluent of the River Adige in Trentino region) for electricity production. The water of the river Noce enters the canyon, creating a picturesque landscape, which is well known by canoe lovers. This water basin is really spectacular and perfectly fits into the scenario of the valley. It is the largest artificial lake in the region.
The Castle of Cles is still owned by the descendants of the family of Bernardo Clesio, the wise and famous Prince-Bishop of Trentino. He changed the city of Trento for the council, which was held there from 1545-1563.
The lake is populated by many fishes such as trouts, pikes, perches, tenches, carps, etc
CASTEL THUN
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This castle represents the emblem of the ancient glories of the Thun, one of the most powerful and richest family in Trentino.
Castel Thun still dominates the valley with its imposing importance.
The castle is surrounded by the forest and beautiful gardens.
Inside castel Thun the visitor can admire beautiful rooms with paintings, tapestries and artworks.
Do not miss the Bishop room with the so called 'Ercole door' made with wooden sacred and profane bas-relief.
LAKE TOVEL – THE JEWEL OF THE DOLOMITES
Nestled in the northern part of the Brenta Dolomites at 1,178 meters, Lake Tovel is Trentino’s largest natural lake and a true gem of the Adamello-Brenta Nature Park.
Its crystal-clear waters are surrounded by forests and mountain peaks.
Once famous across Europe for its unique red coloration in summer — a rare natural phenomenon — the lake is still wrapped in local legend.
It covers an area of 360,000 m² and reaches depths of up to 39 meters, making it a paradise for nature lovers, hikers, and photographers.
SAN ROMEDIO SANCTUARY
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The Sanctuary of Saint Romedius (732 m. a.s.l.) is one of the most extraordinary hermitages and testimony to Christian faith in Europe. Standing on the peak of a spur over 70 metres high, according to the legend it is the place where Romedius withdrew to become a hermit. A staircase of 131 steps takes visitors up to the top of the rocky cliff through a complex of seven small churches.
MUSE – THE SCIENCE MUSEUM
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Located in Trento, MUSE is a state-of-the-art science museum that’s always evolving. Its exhibitions reflect the latest scientific discoveries and feature exciting national and international collaborations.
The museum’s layout uses the metaphor of the mountain to explore life on Earth.
Start at the top, where sun and ice dominate, then descend through fascinating displays on biodiversity, sustainability, and evolution — ending in a lush tropical greenhouse that brings the
rainforest to life.
