Castles, churches and chestnut groves characterise Tesimo, a Toerggele area
High above the Adige Valley lies Tesimo, a municipality spread across the slopes of the low mountain range - a place that attracted Romans and Lombards alike. The area stretches from the forests on the valley floor up to the Palade Pass.
It begins above Nalles near Schernag, the only village situated on the valley floor, and extends up to Grissiano with its St. James Church, home to the first pictorial representation of the Dolomites. The other villages also have their charm: In Prissiano flourishes a 350-year-old vine, Tesimo is known as a castle village, and Narano entices visitors with an idyllic pond.
Nestled in dense forests along the road to the Passo Palade pass are the two small villages of Caprile and Plazzoles at an altitude of 1,300 metres. As the highest point in Tesimo, Plazzoles is an ideal starting point for hikes and mountain tours. The trails towards the Palade Pass lead to alpine pastures and mountain lakes. At lower altitudes, themed paths invite exploration, such as the Vorbichl Adventure Trail or the Prissiano Forest and Castle Tour.
Two special gems are waiting to be discovered: the Church of St. Hippolytus, perched on a hill with sweeping views across the Adige Valley. For families, the Rainguthof Animal World is a popular destination. Various animals frolic around the old farm. The Rainguthof celebrates the seasons: In spring, the young animals are born, and in autumn, the aroma of roasted chestnuts fills the air. Sometimes, there are even theatrical performances in the snow, amidst sheep and horses.
Roasted chestnuts, known as "Keschtn", are ubiquitous in Tesimo. You can enjoy them at the Toerggelen and at the Chestnut Festival in Lana, Foiana, and Tesimo, which is called "Keschtnriggl".
