Transhumance Festival: the return from the mountain pastures in Pieve Tesino

The return from high altitudes

On the days of September 12th and 13th, 2026, the municipality of Pieve Tesino becomes the stage for one of the most deep-rooted events in the Trentino region: the Transhumance Festival. The event celebrates the return of the herds from summer mountain pastures, a centuries-old practice that marks the biological and social rhythm of the communities settled along the Lagorai massif. The descent back to the valleys is not just a geographical movement, but the culmination of an agro-pastoral culture that has shaped the landscape and economic identity of this stretch of the Alps.

A heritage between history and daily life

Pieve Tesino, a town of historical significance known for being the birthplace of Alcide De Gasperi, welcomes visitors into an urban fabric that preserves typical high-altitude architecture. The event acts as a privileged observatory on mountain life, where visitors can witness sheep shearing and demonstrations of ancient crafts, activities that require skills handed down orally and through daily practice. The documentary value of the event is enriched by a rigorous selection of dairy products, a direct expression of a short supply chain that enhances the biodiversity of the Lagorai pastures.

Experience and dissemination

The schedule for these days includes a varied offer ranging from folkloric entertainment to cultural enrichment. Through moments of traditional music and dance, the goal is to preserve the region's intangible heritage while offering spaces for direct learning. Educational workshops designed for younger visitors allow them to learn about animal care and the processing of raw materials with awareness. The Transhumance Festival therefore confirms itself as a synthesis between respect for peasant roots and the desire to make an authentic and unfiltered narrative of the mountain identity of Trentino accessible to tourists.

Technical details

The event takes place in the historic center of Pieve Tesino during the weekend of September 12th and 13th, 2026. Access to exhibition areas and demonstrations is free. For detailed information on specific times and reservations for workshop activities, it is recommended to consult the official portal at www.visitpievetesino.it or contact the local tourist office at 0461-594000.