Pieve lies on the western shore of Lake Ledro, but the turquoise waters of the lake are not its only attraction. Among its picturesque streets are hidden traces of the history of the village and the Ledro Valley.
As its name reveals, Pieve has been the centre of the valley since ancient times. Since 2010, the villages of the Ledro Valley have joined in a single municipality whose town hall is hosted in Pieve. It is here that the first holidaymakers arrived and where the first association for tourism promotion was formed back in 1892!
The photographic route The Memories on Display crosses all the streets of Pieve. It is a real journey into the history of the village and its inhabitants to discover the Ledro Valley from a different perspective.
The Church of the Annunciation is the main one in the valley. It is here that the entire population gathered on solemn occasions such as the Pentecost mass. Its onion dome bell tower testifies to the importance of exchanges between the German and Italian worlds that have always characterised Trentino. The Oratory of San Giuseppe, behind the church, hosts photographic and artistic exhibitions throughout the summer. The Foletto Museum tells the story of the Foletto pharmacy, which since the nineteenth century has been producing medicines, syrups, and liqueurs with herbs from the Ledro Valley. Its most famous product is Picco Rosso, a liqueur (61°!!) made with strawberries and raspberries.
The San Michele fair takes place every year in September since the Middle Ages on the occasion of the end of the alpine pasture season in September. The breeders and their animals are still the undisputed protagonists, but over the years the fair has turned into a true festival with plenty of food and music.
The emergency telephone number is 112.
The information contained in this sheet is subject to inevitable changes, so no indication has absolute value. It is not possible to completely avoid inaccuracies or errors, considering the rapidity of environmental or weather changes that can occur. In this sense, we disclaim any responsibility for any changes experienced by the user. It is recommended, however, to check, before undertaking a hike, the condition of the places and the environmental or weather conditions.
From the tourist office, take Via Cassoni. Turn left and go up along Via Rabaglia and Via dei Molini. At the junction with three roads, take the smaller road immediately on the right, which goes down towards the village. Turn left onto Via Sant'Antonio and then right onto Via Prati. At the end of the road, go down Via Spagnolli and turn left onto Via Vittoria. Pass the church and continue until Via Vittoria meets the main road Via Nuova. Follow Via Nuova to return to the starting point.
The Ledro Valley is connected to Riva del Garda by the interurban bus line 214 (Riva-Valle di Ledro-Storo).
Highway A22, Rovereto Sud exit – Lake Garda. SS240 of the Ledro Valley up to Pieve di Ledro.
Parking between Via Imperiale and Via Nuova in Pieve, near the info point.
This hike is quite easy and does not present particular difficulties. However, we recommend wearing suitable footwear and bringing a hat, sunscreen, sunglasses. Don't forget the water.