San Gregorio nelle Alpi
Welcome to San Gregorio nelle Alpi
If you are looking for a place to visit in Veneto, you cannot miss San Gregorio nelle Alpi, a small municipality of 1566 inhabitants in the province of Belluno.
Physical geography
San Gregorio is located in Valbelluna at the foot of Mount Pizzocco and is divided into three distinct altimetric zones. The lowest part is located between 350 and 500 meters of altitude and borders the municipality of Santa Giustina. Here you can find the hamlets of Velos, Maserolle, Muiach, Fumach, Paluch, Luni, Paderno, and Alconis.
The middle part, which surrounds the capital San Gregorio, reaches up to the Roncoi plateau. The territory is more rugged between 500 and 700 meters of altitude and here you can find the town of San Gregorio, and the hamlets of Roncoi, Barp, Cort, Carazzai.
The highest strip, located between 700 meters and the summit of Mount Pizzocco at 2187 meters, represents the mountain area in the narrower sense and does not have inhabited nuclei except for scattered houses and huts. This area is included within the National Park of the Belluno Dolomites.
History
The origins of the settlement date back to the Bronze Age, but the most concrete signs date back to the Roman era, when the Via Claudia Augusta Altinate passed just south of today's municipality of San Gregorio.
What to see
San Gregorio is an ideal place for nature lovers and outdoor activities. The Belluno Dolomites National Park offers many possibilities for hiking, cycling, horseback riding, or canoeing along the Piave river.
Do not miss the opportunity to visit the church of San Gregorio Magno, dating back to the fifteenth century, and the church of Santa Maria Goretti, built in 1961. We also recommend taking a walk to Roncoi, where you can find the Grava river waterfall and the ancient church of San Giovanni Battista.
Gastronomy
The cuisine of San Gregorio is based on genuine and high-quality products. You cannot miss the cheeses, such as Casatella di Sospirolo and Morlacco di Casera Ere, or the meat specialties such as horse sausage. If you have a sweet tooth, we recommend trying the bread cake, prepared with stale bread, milk, eggs, sugar, and raisins.
Events
Throughout the year, San Gregorio hosts many cultural and culinary events. In June, the Cheese Festival of Sospirolo takes place, where you can taste the best cheeses in the area. In September, the Horse Sausage Festival is celebrated, where you can taste this delicious local product.
Conclusion
San Gregorio nelle Alpi is one of the most picturesque municipalities in Valbelluna and offers many possibilities for a holiday surrounded by relaxation and nature. Visit this corner of Veneto for an unforgettable experience and discover the beauty of this enchanted territory.
