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Come to the Land of Forts to discover its wines. A land set, like a pearl, in the Vallagarina, rich in nature, history and tradition. Here unique wines have been produced for centuries. They are precious wines that will never conquer the mass markets: the winemakers of the Land of Forts are well aware of this and so have always concentrated on quality by using and improving the traditional techniques.
 
Besides these unique wines this land offers its visitors many natural and historical beauties. Ever since 1000, the River Adige has been surrounded by this crown of castles and forts that represent the clearest traces left in this territory.
It is a captivating one of a kind architectonic belt and goes from the Rocca di Rivoli to the Castle of Avio.
But the visitor will also be struck by the naturalistic appeal of this area: in fact, it is part of the regional park of Lessinia and the regional park of Monte Baldo (the latter will be established very soon).
The visitor can enjoy long journeys by mountain-bike, rafting on the River Adige, trekking and horse riding.

Featured  bed and breakfast  in Lake Garda, Valpolicella
	Agriturismo Corteforte - (Bed and breakfast) Fumane The farm holidays Corteforte is a bed and breakfast accommodation within a 600-year old fortified farmhouse. The B&B lies on a prestigious wine estate between Verona and Lake Garda. There are 4 magnificent and luxurious double rooms inside an ancient mast, each with a private bathroom and hairdryer, and every room is furnished differently with antiques, TV, and a minibar. There is no air conditioning, but you won’t need it, the metre-thick walls keep the rooms cool and fresh.  With comfortable vacation accommodation, an excellent restaurant, and the chance to sample and buy fine Valpolicella, Amarone and Recioto wines, this promises a holiday of indulgence and luxury.  Corteforte has also a little country house called "Olivella" fully modernised self-contained building which can comfortably sleep 4-6, is picturesquely set in olive grove surronded by vines, ovelooking the village of Fumane and its balcony features stunning views of the Lessini mountain range and the surrounding vineyards and countryside. Have 2 doubleroom, 2 bathroom, living and kitchen, garden.	(SINGLE ROOM) p. 60 € per person / per day  (DOUBLE ROOM ). 70 € per  room / per day  (country house ). 100 € per  house / per day  (Breakfast ). 10 € per  person / per day
	Villa dei Pini - (Bed and breakfast) Sant'Ambrogio Located in an attractive area like Valpolicella, Villa dei Pini is the ideal solution for a cheap  but well-appointed room. The house goes back to the twenties and is surrounded by a garden. You will find a good ambience and a good attitude of the staff. It offers just two rooms with the possibility to add one or two more beds. Breakfast is included. Easy to reach from Verona and Lake Garda.	(DOUBLE ROOM) p. from 45 to 65 € per room / per day  (DOUBLE AS SINGLE) from 30 to . 35 € per room / per day

Recommended Villas, Hotels, Apartments, Bed & breakfast, – Terra dei Forti

Please find below a selection of mixed accommodation in Terra dei Forti. Here you'll find the convenience of visiting Terra dei Forti and being very close to the Lake.

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Castles

Vallagarina has always been a land of forts ever since the times of the Roman conquest. And in fact, this has always been a fundamental line of communication with north and Mid-Europe.
The ridges overlooking the valley are dotted with fortresses, castles and forts along a historical itinerary characterized by the clash of the sacred and the profane. In fact, Vallagarina was passed through by armies as well as by pilgrims going to Rome and this pilgrimage was complemented by many churches. Starting from Brentino, you can reach on foot one of the most striking places of worship, the Sanctuary of the Madonna della Corona.
The Castle of Avio is the most important fortalice in this area. It was built between the eleventh and the thirteenth century on a previous building and was the main Apartments of the Castelbarco family who planned to control the whole valley. This imposing manor is a remarkable example of the military architecture in a sub-alpine environment.
The Fort of Rivoli is typical of the whole valley. It was built on the ruins of an ancient fortress that was almost completely destroyed by the emperor Frederick Barbarossa ("Redbeard") on one of his many visits to Italy to fight against the rioting communities in the second half of the twelfth century.
But Rivoli occupies an important place in history most of all for its battle that saw Napoleon fight and win against the Habsburg army in 1797. In spite of being surrounded by the Austrians, Napoleon was able to transform the situation and claim victory. A visit to the Napoleonic Museum of Rivoli is not to be missed.

The Baldo mountain: an extraordinary nature

The Botanical Garden of Baldo is located at 1232 m in Località Novezzina, not far from Ferrara di Monte Baldo and is run by the Comunità Montana (Mountain Community) of Baldo together with the State Forest Corps.

It was established to enhance the extraordinary flora of Baldo resulting from the unique surrounding climatic conditions.

Starting from the lakeshore and from the low sides of Valdadige, we can find evergreen plants typical of the Mediterranean environment, while just above it is possible to find species belonging to the alpine areas, both rocky and meadowland. In the past centuries, this wide variety attracted many botanists who found for the first time on Baldo many species that had been unknown until then. This fact explains why many flowers have been identified with the word "Baldense" (Anemone Baldense T., Galium Baldense Spr., Knautia Baldensis Kern etc.) and why Baldo was called "Hortus Europae" (Garden of Europe). In the Botanical Garden hundreds of native species are gathered together, not including those imported from other geographical areas. Ecological stays are also possible.

For further information and to book guided tours:
Comunità Montana del Baldo
V. A De Gasperi 45
37013 Caprino Veronese (VR)
Tel. 045 6230877

Lessinia

The general public doesn't know it yet, but the Park of Lessinia is to become one of the major eco-tourism attractions with its naturalistic beauties, its museums as well as with its eno-gastronomic specialities.

In brief, Lessinia is the ideal place for a holiday rich in history, nature and typical flavours.

Lessinia is full of wonders: first of all, the Cimbrians, a Bavarian community that has lived in the area of Giazza for centuries while keeping unchanged their ancient traditions up to today. Then the "trombini" of San Bortolo - a harquebus weighing 50 kg - that have become remarkable specimens of the local craftsmanship and that are used today to enliven the local feasts.

It is worth mentioning also the "pesciara" of Bolca where every year rock fossils are discovered dating back to 50 millions of years ago and also the museum of Boscochiesanuova that preserves the secrets of wood art and of the mountain agriculture.

Finally, you cannot miss the karsic area of Camposilvano with the grotta del Capriolo (grotto of the deer) of Roverè.

For further information: Ente parco c/o Comunità montana della Lessinia, Via Ca' di Cozzi 41 (Verona) tel. 045 8394120

Prehistory. The area around Sant'Anna D'Alfaedo is the ideal place to observe the human evolution in Lessinia. Its stone caves reflect a long history dating back to the Palaeolithic period. Moreover, here in Lessinia there is a real treasure, the Bridge of Veja: it is a gigantic arch made of grey-reddish rock and is what remains of the vault of a huge cave where animals and small human groups used to shelter in the past.

The museum of Sant'Anna D'Alfaedo is open form May 15th to September 15th, every day except Monday, from 9.30 to 12.30 a.m. and from 3.30 to 6.30 p.m.

For further information and reservations: tel. 045 7532656.

Flowers and waterfalls. The park with the waterfalls of Molina is certainly a wonderful place and is crossed by many marked paths that meander along the torrent immersed in a flourishing flora.

The lovers of nature must visit the Botanical Museum that preserves the secret flora of Lessinia: it is open in July and August, all days except Monday, from 10 to 12 a.m. and from 3 to 6 p.m.

For further information and reservations: tel. 045 7720222.

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