Traditional dinner and dance evening at the San Leonardo Lakes in Vermiglio
Every summer, the San Leonardo Lakes in Vermiglio, the last town in Val di Sole before the Tonale Pass, host Laghetti in Festa, one of the most anticipated events in the upper valley. The festival is organized by Pro Loco Vermiglio Vacanze and takes place in the picturesque area of the three alpine lakes, at an altitude of approximately 1,200 meters, amidst meadows, forests, and a stunning mountain backdrop perfect for days of conviviality and tradition.
The heart of the festival is traditional Trentino cuisine, served in a spacious outdoor area equipped for guests. Lunch features traditional dishes such as strangolapreti (spinach dumplings) and Val di Sole honey-glazed ribs with polenta, followed by a delicious Sacher torte. For dinner, the menu shifts to a more rustic and convivial offering, with tortei de patate (traditional potato fritters), local cold cuts, grilled lucanica sausage, and fruit tart. Throughout the day, fries and sandwiches are also available, perfect for a tasty break by the lakes.
As evening falls, the festival transforms into a dance party: the notes of Nadia's accordion accompany ballroom dancing and folk music, in a festive tradition that brings together residents, vacationers, and tourists passing through Val di Sole. The evening lighting of the lake area creates a warm and intimate atmosphere, perfect for extending the evening outdoors.
Located in the municipality of Vermiglio, in Trentino-Alto Adige, the San Leonardo Lakes are a landmark for families and hikers, featuring a picnic area, playground, a small soccer field, and walking trails. Laghetti in Festa is the ideal opportunity to discover this mountain corner by combining nature, good food, and the genuine hospitality of the valley's people.
Laghetti in Festa returns on August 22 and 23, 2026, at the San Leonardo Lakes in Vermiglio. The program alternates between gastronomic moments and music: for lunch, strangolapreti, Val di Sole honey-glazed ribs with polenta, and Sacher torte; for dinner, tortei de patate, local cold cuts, grilled lucanica, and fruit tart. In the evening, Nadia's accordion accompanies ballroom dancing by the lakes.
San Leonardo Lakes, Vermiglio (TN), Val di Sole, Trentino-Alto Adige. Altitude approximately 1,200 meters.
Vermiglio is accessible via the SS42 Tonale road; from the town center, follow signs for the Cross-Country Center and the San Leonardo Lakes, where parking is available. In summer, the area is served by the Malè - Mezzana - Fucine - Vermiglio - Tonale public transport line.
Pro Loco Vermiglio Vacanze, tel. +39 0463 758200, [email protected].
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