Alta Vallagarina Magnalonga

The Alta Vallagarina Magnalonga

The Alta Vallagarina Magnalonga is the original and longest-running food and wine walking tour in Trentino. Established in the late 1990s, it transforms the hills and vineyards of the Alta Vallagarina into a scenic trail of taste every first Sunday of September, where walking goes hand-in-hand with tasting. This is not a race, but a 10-kilometre non-competitive walk suitable for families, groups of friends, and food lovers, blending the pleasure of fine dining with the discovery of a fascinating landscape.

A journey through villages, vineyards, and castles

The route winds through the municipalities of Volano, Besenello, and Calliano, in the heart of the Vallagarina in the province of Trento. It follows dirt roads, forest paths, ancient farmhouses, and the striking medieval fortresses that overlook the valley, such as Castel Pietra and Castel Beseno, the largest fortified complex in Trentino. Along the way, walkers encounter cultivated vineyards, panoramic views of the Adige Valley, and historical landmarks that define the identity of this part of Trentino-Alto Adige.

Nine stops, nine flavours

The heart of the event lies in the nine food and wine stops scattered along the route. At each station, you can sample a traditional Trentino dish paired with wines from local wineries: from mountain cheeses with honey and carne salada with potato dumplings to fortaie, speck, and orzotto with luganega sausage, ending with coffee and grappa. The menu also includes vegetarian and gluten-free options, available upon reservation, ensuring everyone can enjoy the experience.

• Trentino cheeses and local valley products
• Carne salada, orzotto, speck, and traditional mountain cuisine
• Local wines from Alta Vallagarina wineries
• Traditional desserts like fortaie, finished with grappa

Conviviality and community spirit

The Magnalonga is organised by the Magnalonga Committee with the support of the municipal administrations of Volano, Besenello, and Calliano, and the hard work of over two hundred volunteers. This spirit of collaboration makes the event a cherished tradition for the entire Alta Vallagarina community, successfully combining regional promotion, local product awareness, and tourism in a day of celebration open to all.