Mystery of the Mountains: Culture at High Altitude Between Reflection and Nature
From July 31st to August 9th, the 24th edition of the festival explores the theme Wuthering Heights between Madonna di Campiglio and Carisolo through meetings and trekking.
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Santa Croce di Magliano, Via Reggio Emilia
from 31/07/2026 to 09/08/2026
The twenty-fourth edition of the festival
From July 31st to August 9th, the territory of Madonna di Campiglio and Carisolo hosts the 24th edition of the Mystery of the Mountains festival. The event consolidates itself as a moment of synthesis between the alpine environment and contemporary intellectual production, proposing a structured reflection on the complexities of the current era.
The Wuthering Heights theme
The central theme chosen for the current edition, Wuthering Heights, serves as a key to interpreting global instabilities. Through a multidisciplinary program that intertwines literature, art, journalism, and history, the festival invites the public to question social and environmental dynamics, using the high altitude as a privileged setting for critical debate.
A schedule of meetings and routes
The calendar offers an alternation between academic lectures and experiential activities in the field. Among the prominent figures expected are art historian Flavio Caroli, psychiatrist Vittorino Andreoli, and journalists Nello Scavo and Paola Caridi. In addition to indoor sessions, the festival promotes artistic trekking and poetic walks, methods that allow for the combination of thematic depth with direct observation of the Dolomite landscape, recognized as a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
Value of the territory
The location, nestled in the heart of the Brenta Dolomites, adds value to the cultural experience. The urban context of Madonna di Campiglio and the tradition of Carisolo offer a balance between alpine hospitality infrastructure and environmental protection. The choice of locations is not accidental: the exploration of the mountain territory becomes an integral part of a deep understanding process, where the verticality of the peaks recalls the themes raised by the invited guests.
Logistical information
The festival is structured to welcome the public through a series of meetings located in the two participating towns. To consult the complete program, the final times for each appointment, and the booking methods for the guided trekking activities, it is recommended to refer to the official communication channels of the festival. Participation in events is subject to seat availability and, in some cases, prior registration through the dedicated portal.
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