Trento, Bondone, Valle dei Laghi, Rotaliana

The Valle dell'Adige follows the course of the Adige river on an extensive valley floor enclosed by high mountains. As the valley is rather flat it has always been the preferred connection road between Italy and central Europe. The valley floor (190-200 m a.s.l.) is densely cultivated and almost entirely covered with apple orchards and vineyards. The Piana Rotaliana is in fact known for its refined wines.

The city of Trento is situated right at the foot of Monte Bondone, the local mountain of the city's inhabitants, as well as a renowned ski area in winter and hiking area in summer. This former bishopric is nowadays home to about 118,000 inhabitants and its well-tended historic centre attracts thousands of visitors every day. East of the city, the Valle dei Laghi stretches to the Garda area between Monte Bondone and the Paganella massif. Alike the Valle dell'Adige, the Valle dei Laghi is characterised by fruit orchards, vineyards, forests and meadows. Its strong suit however, are definitely the numerous, beautiful lakes lying here, including the Toblino, Terlago, Santo, Lamara, Santa Massenza and Cavedine lakes.