Drena
Welcome to Drena!
Hello everyone! Today I want to talk to you about Drena, a small municipality in the province of Trento, located in the region of Alto Garda e Ledro. With its 587 inhabitants, Drena is a place where life is quiet and peaceful, ideal for those looking for a break from the hustle and bustle of the city.
Society
Demographic evolution
But don't be fooled by its size: Drena has a lot to offer, both from a cultural and natural point of view. Let's see together what are the main places to visit.
Monuments and places of interest
- Drena Castle
- San Martino Church (Drena), parish church
- San Carlo Borromeo Church ("Luch")
- San Vigilio Church
- Alpini Chapel in Malga Campo
- Madonna di Fatima Sanctuary
- Capitello Santa Maria Assunta
- Capitello Cristo Crocifisso
- Capitello San Giobbe
Drena Castle is an ancient fortification built around the 13th century. Today it is open to visitors and offers a panoramic view of the surrounding landscape. San Martino Church, on the other hand, is the parish church of Drena and is dedicated to the patron saint of the village.
Do not miss the opportunity to visit the other churches, such as San Carlo Borromeo Church (also known as "Luch") and San Vigilio Church. The Alpini Chapel in Malga Campo is a small building dedicated to the soldiers who fought for the freedom of Italy.
Finally, you cannot miss the Madonna di Fatima Sanctuary and the various chapels scattered throughout the village, such as Capitello Santa Maria Assunta, Capitello Cristo Crocifisso and Capitello San Giobbe.
Nature
- Rio Sallagoni Gorge
- Malga Campo
- Open Air Gallery
- Chestnut Grove
Drena is also a place surrounded by nature, with many possibilities for outdoor lovers. The Rio Sallagoni Gorge, for example, is a narrow and suggestive gorge that can be walked along a equipped trail.
For those looking for a bit of peace and quiet, Malga Campo is the ideal place, with its pastures and surrounding mountains. Don't miss the Open Air Gallery, an outdoor art path that crosses the village and its fractions.
Finally, at the foot of the village lies the Chestnut Grove, a small green area with centuries-old chestnut trees. Here you can take a nice walk and enjoy the silence and beauty of the landscape.
Notes
Remember that Drena is a mountain municipality and temperatures can be cool even in summer. Always bring a jacket or sweater to avoid being cold.
Other projects
Drena also has a strong culinary tradition, with dishes based on meat, polenta and local typical products. If you are foodies, you must try the famous "Carne Salada", "torta di patate" and "fondue di formaggio".
External links
For more information on Drena and its natural and cultural beauties, we invite you to visit the official website of the municipality. Thank you for reading and we hope to see you soon in Drena!
