Discover what to do in Tregnago: Grandolfo Tre Valli, the castle of Tregnago, the golden cherry, the ancient fair of San Martino. Want to know more? First of all…
Where is Tregnago?
The municipality of Tregnago borders to the north with Badia Calavena, to the northeast with Vestenanova, to the south with Illasi, to the southeast with Cazzano di Tramigna, to the east with San Giovanni Ilarione, to the west with San Mauro di Saline, Verona and Mezzane di Sotto.
Grandolfo Tre Valli
With an elevation gain of 1290 meters, the cycling route winds for 43 km through Val d’Illasi, Val Tramigna and Val di Mezzane along the southern slopes of the Lessini Mountains.
The panoramic route offers spectacular views of gentle wooded hills dotted with elegant farmhouses and picturesque rustic buildings surrounded by cherry trees and silvery olive trees.
Riding the Grandolfo Tre Valli is an experience recommended for those who wish to immerse themselves in a silent, unspoiled natural environment, dotted with medieval towers and castles framed by centuries-old woods and vineyards stretching as far as the eye can see.
To consult the route map, we recommend visiting the website granfondotrevalli.com.
The castle of Tregnago
Located in Via Castelli (45.51578921716555, 11.168616126938106), the ancient castle stands on Monte Precastiolo (587 m), a grassy hill dotted with cedars, cypresses, firs, maritime pines, acacias and many other tall trees.
What remains of the medieval fortified complex, built between the 11th and 12th centuries on the ruins of a Roman-era structure, are the ruins of the pentagonal-based tower and the clock tower, with a square base. The latter, crowned with Guelph battlements, features a mullioned window on each side of the bell chamber. Covered in a thick mantle of ivy, the clock tower is embellished with a 14th-century fresco depicting the Madonna and Child and a kneeling figure.
How to reach the castle of Tregnago
Starting from Piazza Mercato, head south on Via San Martino for about 100 meters, then turn left into Vicolo Castello. Follow Vicolo Castello for 250 meters, then take the winding path on your left that leads to the clock tower.
The golden cherry
The 62nd Provincial Exhibition “The golden cherry” took place from Saturday 17 to Monday 19 July 2023 in Piazza Abramo Massalongo and in the main streets of the town.
The program of the event includes musical and dance evenings, aperitifs in the square and spacious dining areas where you can taste local food and wine specialties. The festival also includes craft markets and areas dedicated to farmers for the sale of locally produced cherries.
If you are wondering what to do in Tregnago, the provincial exhibition of the golden cherry is an opportunity to spend the summer season in a splendid town in Val d’Illasi, among ancient castles surrounded by centuries-old woods, charming stately homes, sunny vineyards and lush cherry trees that find the ideal environment to thrive in these fertile hills.
The ancient fair of San Martino
The 2023 edition of the ancient fair of San Martino took place from Friday 10 to Sunday 12 November in the historic heart of Tregnago.
An unmissable opportunity for food lovers, the event features food stalls and stands where you can enjoy grilled chops and sausages accompanied by fried potatoes and pearà, a delicious sauce of peasant origin made with breadcrumbs, beef bone marrow, olive oil, meat broth and freshly ground pepper.
If you are wondering what to do in Tregnago, the ancient fair of San Martino is a pleasant initiative to spend the autumn season with live music and mouth-watering local specialties.
For more information about the traditional event, you can consult the Facebook pages Pro Loco Città di Tregnago and Proloco Tregnago.
