Sassi e non solo International Festival
International festival and competition dedicated to terraced landscapes and dry-stone walls
About Sassi e non solo
A festival dedicated to terraced landscapes
The Sassi e non solo International Festival takes place annually in Terragnolo, a small municipality in the Vallarsa and Leno Valley in the province of Trento, within the Trentino-Alto Adige region. The event is entirely dedicated to terraced landscapes and the construction technique of dry-stone walls, which has been recognized as an intangible cultural heritage of humanity by UNESCO since 2018.
Created to promote the traditional terraces that shape the valley's slopes, the festival has grown over the years into an international event, serving as a key reference point for scholars, artisans, and enthusiasts of mountain landscapes.
Where it takes place
The heart of the event beats between the hamlets of Sega and Geroli, where the Giardini sul Leno, the Municipal Theatre, and the terraced slopes provide a stunning backdrop for the activities. It is here that each edition sees the creation of a new section of dry-stone wall, built by the hands of the participants.
The international competition
A distinctive element of the festival is the international dry-stone walling competition, which pits teams from different countries against one another. Recent editions have featured groups from Italy, Slovenia, the United States, and Canada, highlighting the global appeal of the event. At the end of the competition, the Sassi e non solo Prize is awarded.
More than just stone
The program goes beyond the competition: it includes scientific conferences on biodiversity and the future of terracing, workshops for all ages, botanical and local craft exhibitions, theatrical performances, cooking demonstrations featuring wild valley produce, and convivial moments centered around traditional gastronomy.
- Conferences and round tables with experts and university professors
- Hands-on dry-stone wall construction workshops
- Activities for families and children
- Exhibitions, performances, and traditional Trentino cuisine
A community project
Sassi e non solo is promoted by the Sassi e non solo APS association, in collaboration with the International Terraced Landscapes Alliance (ITLA Italia) and with the involvement of local associations and the Trentino School of Dry Stone. It is a collective project that turns the municipality of Terragnolo into an open-air laboratory for landscape preservation.
Sassi e non solo — edition 2026
The 2026 edition of the Sassi e non solo International Festival marked its tenth anniversary, spanning three days. On Saturday, June 6, at the Giardini sul Leno in Sega, the preparatory event "Waiting for the Festival" took place, featuring workshops for all ages, the "Petrabox and Most Beautiful Stone" competition, and entertainment by the Terragnolo Che Conta association.
On Saturday, June 13, at the Terragnolo Municipal Theatre, the conference "Biodiversity and the Future of Traditional Terraces" was held, featuring discussions on plant and animal biodiversity, the concept of the "living wall," and the screening of the documentary "Inter Lapides." The day concluded with the presentation of the Sassi e non solo 2026 International Prize and a talk by geographer Mauro Varotto (University of Padua) on future strategies for terraced landscapes.
On Sunday, June 14, in the hamlet of Geroli, the final day featured the participatory construction of a living dry-stone wall, the "From Wild to Domestic" cooking show, the theatrical performance "Patatrac," botanical and local craft exhibitions, and the official presentation of the wall at 6:00 PM.
Programme Sassi e non solo 2026
Saturday, June 6 — Giardini sul Leno, Sega
- Preparatory event "Waiting for the Festival"
- Workshops for all ages
- "Petrabox and Most Beautiful Stone" competition
- Entertainment with the Terragnolo Che Conta association
Saturday, June 13 — Municipal Theatre of Terragnolo
- Conference "Biodiversity and the Future of Traditional Terraces"
- Documentary "Inter Lapides"
- Presentation of the Sassi e non solo 2026 International Prize
- Talk by Mauro Varotto (University of Padua)
Sunday, June 14 — Hamlet of Geroli
- Participatory construction of a living dry-stone wall
- "From Wild to Domestic" cooking show
- Theatrical performance "Patatrac"
- Botanical and local craft exhibitions
- Official presentation of the wall (6:00 PM)
Highlights Sassi e non solo 2026
Prices Sassi e non solo 2026
Practical information — Sassi e non solo
How to get there
Terragnolo can be reached from Rovereto (A22 motorway exit "Rovereto Sud/Lago di Garda Nord") by traveling up the Leno Valley for approximately 15 km along the SP2. Activities are concentrated in the hamlets of Sega and Geroli.
Information and contacts
Official website: www.sassienonsolo.it — Email: [email protected]. Many events have free admission; it is recommended to check the detailed program before the event.
Tips
Wear comfortable clothing and hiking shoes to reach the terraced areas. During the festival weekends, you can enjoy lunch with traditional Trentino dishes offered by local associations.
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Where does it take place — Sassi e non solo
Frazioni di Sega e Geroli