Besenello
Welcome to Besenello: the small town in Trentino
Hello everyone! Today I'll be talking about Besenello, a small town in the autonomous province of Trento with a population of around 2,732. Besenello is located on the right side, going up the Vallagarina from Rovereto to Trento, and you can immediately see the Castel Beseno overlooking the village from the top of a small hill. In this sunny and wind-protected area, surrounded by vineyards and other farms, you can find a quiet and welcoming place to relax and enjoy nature.
The physical geography of Besenello
Besenello is located in a sunny and sheltered area thanks to its position protected from the northern winds. The ascent to the mountain behind Besenello, Scanuppia - Malga Palazzo, is one of the most difficult in Europe to face by bike, with an average topographic slope of 17% and a maximum of 43%. But those who manage to face this challenge will be rewarded with a panoramic view of the Vallagarina. The ski areas of Folgaria are also just a few kilometers away.
The origin of the name Besenello
The town of Besenello takes its name from the nearby Castel Beseno, of which it was a dependency. There have been many hypotheses about the etymology of the name Beseno: from ''bis-sinus'' "double bay" (referring to two bends in a river, perhaps the Adige) or from ''bis amnis'' "two rivers" (due to the presence of two watercourses). In ancient documents, Beseno was rendered ''Besenum'' and ''Bisinum'' in Latin and ''Bisein'', ''Pissein'' and similar in German.
The history of Besenello
The first traces of prehistoric colonization are found near the town, with signs of the Bronze Age, Roman History, and Roman-Barbarian Kingdoms. The name Besenello appears as early as the 15th century when it was joined with the nearby town of Calliano. Then it became a Gastaldato, and in the last century, during the fascist period, it was again reunified with Calliano. Since 1947, it has once again been an independent municipality with a population of 1,543 inhabitants dating back to the 1936 census. The inhabitants of Besenello are commonly called Besenelòti.
The symbol of Besenello: the municipal coat of arms
The municipal coat of arms of Besenello depicts four silver globes that represent the four municipalities of the area: Besenello, Calliano, Volano, and Folgaria.
Monuments and places of interest in Besenello
Besenello is a very culturally interesting municipality. Among the different places of interest, there are some religious architectures to visit, such as the Church of Sant'Agata and the Church of Santa Marina.
The Church of Sant'Agata is an example of Romanesque architecture, the structure was rebuilt in 1800, and from 1727 to 1730, the famous sculptor Cristoforo Benedetti executed the works for the Baroque main altar and the altar dedicated to Antonio di Padova. In addition, besides the altar, there are also two tombstones of the Trapp Counts, the last private owners of Castel Beseno.
Even the Church of Santa Marina dates back to the 13th century and is very suggestive thanks to its Romanesque style.
Besenello's climate
Besenello's climate is temperate, and its inhabitants enjoy it thanks to its well-sunlit and sheltered position. The cultivation of vines and other fruits is suitable for this climate.
In conclusion, Besenello is a municipality to be visited if you are looking for a quiet place where you can enjoy nature and the historical and cultural wonders that this area offers. Come and visit us, we'll be happy to welcome you to our small but fascinating town of Besenello!
