History and Nature in Valle Camonica

Villages that preserve their centuries-old traditions, castles that overlook the valleys and trails where nature is revealed in all its stunning beauty, the Valle Camonica is an area to be discovered, step by step.

Every view tells a story: from the rock carvings that bear witness to the heritage of the Camuni people, to the cobbled streets of the villages that preserve their traditions and crafts, and the alpine lakes that reflect the imposing mountain peaks in their crystal-clear waters.

The scenery changes with the passing seasons, and the Valle dei Segni unveils the new colours of its traditional charm, above all when autumn is on the doorstep.

Walking through these places means enjoying an experience that combines history, nature and panoramic views: every stage offers new emotions and creates a deep connection with the area and its history.

Discover Bienno in autumn (BS) — Bienno, in the heart of the Valle Camonica, is a village that seems to be suspended in time. The stone houses, hidden courtyards, and cobbled streets tell us of centuries of daily living and the work of the craftsman. Wrought iron work is still the main activity here. The sound of the anvil being struck is still heard in the streets, the mark of a tradition that has never been interrupted.

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The rock engravings of the Naquane National Park (Capo di Ponte, BS) — Walking through the woods of the Naquane National Park of Rock Engravings is like travelling back thousands of years. Here, 104 smooth glacier rocks tell stories carved by prehistoric man: figures of deer, people, villages and religious symbols tell us about hunting, cultivation and rites between the end of the Upper Palaeolithic and the Iron Age.

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A Visit to Castello di Breno (Breno, BS) — Every stone tells a story from a different period at Castello di Breno. A short walk from the centre of the village will take you to the walls of the fortress, which has looked out over the Valle Camonica for centuries. On the ascent, you will enjoy panoramic views that prepare you for the wonder that awaits you at the top.

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Walking through Case di Viso (Ponte di Legno, BS) — A few kilometres from Ponte di Legno, a mildly sloping path takes you up to the little alpine village of Case di Viso, at an altitude of 1,753 metres in Valle di Viso. The village has maintained its relatively isolated position through the centuries, with links to agriculture and livestock farming. It has adapted to the arrival of tourism, without losing its traditional character.

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Camunian treks to the Grom Lakes (Incudine, BS) — Malga Salina, just above Incudine, is the start of one of the most stunning trails through the middle Valle Camonica: the trail up to the Grom Lakes. The hike takes you through meadows, stone quarries and woods at high altitudes, up to the silent green waters of these glacier lakes.

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