Daiano
Welcome to Varena
Hello everyone! Today I want to talk to you about Varena, a charming hamlet of Ville di Fiemme, in the autonomous province of Trento. With its 843 inhabitants, this village is located at the foot of Corno Nero, in the Dolomites, and is a perfect example of the history and culture of the oldest Villas in the valley.
Discovering Varena
Physical Geography
Varena is located in the northeast region of Trentino, a few kilometers from the Lavazè pass plateau and north of Cavalese. It is close to the autonomous province of Bolzano and offers a breathtaking view of the surrounding mountains.
History
Varena was rebuilt after a major fire broke out in 1765 and has a very interesting cultural and historical heritage.
Symbols
The coat of arms of Varena is composed of a blue background, a rocky mountain, and a golden sun, while the flag is made up of a white background with a narrow red pole, flanked to the right by yellow and to the left by light blue.
Monuments and Places of Interest
If you visit Varena, you cannot miss the house of the painter Antonio Longo, open to the public and guided by experts. There are numerous nineteenth-century fountains built in porphyry and ancient thermal baths specialized in herbal remedies.
Church of Saints Peter and Paul
The Church of Saints Peter and Paul, consecrated in 1193, contains medieval frescoes and numerous paintings by the painter Don Antonio Longo. It is worth visiting to admire the remains of the frescoes attributed to the Master of Lisignago and the three relevant capitals of the Via Crucis, painted by Valentino Rovisi of Moena, a student of Tiepolo.
Attractions
Nativity Scene
The Varena nativity scene, called "On the way to Bethlehem", was inaugurated in 1989 and is located on a path of over 700 meters and an area of 2500 square meters. It offers over 30 buildings inhabited by hundreds of figures and is a popular tourist destination, both locally and from outside the region.
Lavazè
Just 8 kilometers from Varena is the Lavazè pass plateau, a popular tourist destination in all seasons. In addition to the ski slopes (80 km for cross-country skiing and alpine skiing), it was completely renovated on the occasion of the 2013 world championships and offers a wide range of facilities for sports and leisure.
Society and Folklore
The inhabitants of Varena are very attached to local traditions, including the collection and sale of Arbutus unedo. In addition, like the neighboring inhabitants of other towns in Val di Fiemme, the inhabitants of Varena have a collective nickname.
Conclusion
In summary, Varena is one of the gems of Val di Fiemme, full of history, culture and natural beauty. By visiting it, you can admire the Church of Saints Peter and Paul, the house of the painter Antonio Longo, the nineteenth-century fountains and many other attractions. If you are in the area, do not miss the opportunity to explore this corner of Trentino!
