Among the wonderful Alps that dot the Italian territory there are villages where it seems like living in fairy tales.
The Alpine landscapes are among the most beautiful and evocative when it comes to Italian naturalistic views.
Truly magical and peculiar places in our country that are worth experiencing at a slow pace. They are each more beautiful than the other and rich in history and natural (and otherwise) attractions to visit.
And they are also suitable to be visited in every season: snow-covered in winter, cool in summer, rich in greenery in spring and romantic in autumn.
Here are the 7 most beautiful ones to see at least once.
Merano
Merano is the pearl of Alto Adige, a village whose ancient nucleus along the Via dei Portici offers elegant and beautiful attractions. In summer it is a riot of greenery and well-kept flowerbeds. In winter, especially in the period preceding the Christmas holidays, the atmosphere is even more magical.
Chiavenna
Another Italian village that rises in the Alps is Chiavenna, which is located in the Lombardy province of Sondrio and is the main center of the valley of the same name. In addition to being a village surrounded by nature where it is possible to enjoy excursions and walks, Chiavenna is also home to many historic buildings in its territory.
Gignod
Nestled among the Italian Alps there is also Gignod, a village just 8 kilometers from Aosta, Gignod - from its 988 meters high - offers unique panoramic views. In this village it is also possible to visit the MAIN – Maison de l'Artisanat International, inaugurated in 2016, it is a cultural center that hosts temporary exhibitions on craftsmanship.
Cannobio
On the border with Switzerland stands Cannobio, a village with an original nucleus that winds its way starting from the ancient Via al Castello, introducing the visitor into a timeless world, made up of ancient houses and steps and stepped passages that lead to the lakeside .
Gressoney
Another pearl among the Italian Alps is Gressoney-Saint-Jean, an elegant tourist resort located in a particularly breathtaking scenic context thanks to the magical panorama of the Lyskamm glacier and the imposing Monte Rosa massif. Unmissable is the Castel Savoia built by Queen Margherita of Savoy as a summer residence.
Molveno
In the province of Trento, and precisely in the Paganella massif, Molveno is located which overlooks the lake of the same name.
The characteristic of this picturesque village is that the cluster of houses is perched on the mountains by which they are completely surrounded.
Ortisei
We end this journey in the Italian Alps in Ortisei, a small village in Val Gardena and a famous ski resort.
This village, however, is also characterized by typical mountain houses which - thanks to their colors - resemble those of a fairytale town.
Furthermore, its streets are enriched by many wooden sculptures, made according to tradition by families of master carvers.
If you visit Italy and want nature, now you have some ideas for organizing your trip to the Italian Alps!
And, if you want to learn more about the natural beauty of Italy, read this article on Visiting natural treasures in Italy.
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