Small-town charm, a rural atmosphere, and plenty of nature await you in Silandro in the Val Venosta
The market town is the geographical and administrative centre of the Val Venosta: It combines rural life with the conveniences of a small town, such as shopping facilities, a hospital, and a cinema. High above rise the glaciers of the Ortles Alps, while grapes, apricots, and apples grow in the valley.
The area extends from the town centre to the hamlets of Corces and Vezzano, and up to the village of Monte Mezzodì on the Monte Sole slope. On the opposite side of the valley, it stretches to Covelano, the famous marble village on the River Adige, and to the Monte Tramontana with the eponymous locality. The first written mention dates back to 1077 AD, but the origins of Silandro go back much further: to the Neolithic period. Numerous buildings still testify to its importance today.
With Silandro Castle, and the Monte di Silandro or Schlandersberg Castle, its manor houses, monasteries, and churches - including the parish church with the tallest church tower in South Tyrol - Silandro is a multifaceted destination for those interested in culture, active holidaymakers, and those who appreciate the finer things. Parts of the municipal area belong to the Stelvio National Park. This special protected area is omnipresent: In the pedestrian zone of Silandro, one of the National Park visitor centres is dedicated to local birdlife.
Hikes on the slopes around Silandro, walks through the villages, and cycle tours on the Val Venosta Cycle Path are ideal for getting to know this section of the Val Venosta. Above Silandro and Corces, the slopes rise up to the Monte Sole in the Val Venosta, a natural landscape adapted to extreme conditions: The sun-exposed meadows resemble a steppe, as evidenced by its wildlife, including the European green lizard and the praying mantis.
On the opposite side of the valley, paths lead to the Covelano marble quarry. Further up, on the heights of the Monte Tramontana, the Covelano Mountain Hut and the shimmering light blue Lake Covelano await you. This area is already part of the National Park and is also excellent for mountain bike tours. In winter, the Solda and Trafoi Ski Resorts are only half an hour's drive away, and the cross-country ski trails in the Val Venosta are part of Venosta Nordic.
