Alpe Cimbra - Folgaria Lavarone Luserna Vigolana

Known as Alpe Cimbra, this part of the Prealpi Vicentine in Trentino is made up of the municipalities of Folgaria, Lavarone, Luserna, and Altopiano della Vigolana These areas share a common past and cultural identity.

The altipiani of Alpe Cimbra overlooking the Adige and Brenta rivers used to be both an important border and often tumultuous point of contact between the Italian and German-Tyrolean cultures and administrations. Between the 10th and the 13th century, German-Cimbrian colonists of Bavarian origin settled down in the area, leaving a permanent mark on the language and local traditions, especially in the linguistic island of Luserna (Lusérn).

The history of the Altipiani Cimbri tells about fights for autonomy and feudal disputes, as well as the major conflicts of the 20th century. The seven Austro-Hungarian fortresses of World War 1, the memories of the Resistance and the Tuono NATO base vouch for a tormented past in perfect harmony with the natural beauty of this area. The huge variety of the landscape ranges from Alpine foothills to gentle alpine terraces separated by deep and steep valleys.

Thanks to its unique landscape, rich culture and history and wide range of outdoor activities, the Alpe Cimbra is becoming an increasingly popular tourist destination. Its mild climate is well-suited for outdoor activities including hiking, mountain biking, horse riding, and golf. Lake Lavarone is a draw for those seeking refreshing swims in summer, whereas the nearby Alpe Cimbra Ski Area, and the Millegrobbe and Alpe di Folgaria - Passo Coe cross-country ski centre are a real treat for winter sports lovers.

In 2006 the municipalities of Folgaria, Lavarone and Luserna founded the Magnifica Comunità degli Altipiani Cimbri, an association whose members commit to the management and development of this stunning area. Since 2021 also the Altopiano della Vigolana, which is actually part of another consortium of mountain municipalities, promotes Alpe Cimbra as a tourist destination and represents its gate towards south where Trento, Caldonazzo and Levico follow.

Alpe Cimbra is a magical place where past and present go hand in hand and where the open-minded locals who are proud of their origins, warmly welcome you.

Let's discover it together!