The contrade of Bezzecca
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/ Bezzecca dall'altoPhoto: Enrico Costanzo, Consorzio Pro Loco Valle di Ledro -
/ Il colle di Santo StefanoPhoto: Enrico Costanzo, Consorzio Pro Loco Valle di Ledro
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/ In centro a BezzeccaPhoto: Enrico Costanzo, Consorzio Pro Loco Valle di Ledro
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/ Il torrente Assat a BezzeccaPhoto: Enrico Costanzo, Consorzio Pro Loco Valle di Ledro
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/ Via Tovi a BezzeccaPhoto: Enrico Costanzo, Consorzio Pro Loco Valle di Ledro
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/ Via Tovi in direzione della chiesa di BezzeccaPhoto: Enrico Costanzo, Consorzio Pro Loco Valle di Ledro
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/ Uno scorcio del centro di BezzeccaPhoto: Enrico Costanzo, Consorzio Pro Loco Valle di Ledro
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/ Via Peluca in centro a BezzeccaPhoto: Enrico Costanzo, Consorzio Pro Loco Valle di Ledro
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/ La chiesa di BezzeccaPhoto: Enrico Costanzo, Consorzio Pro Loco Valle di Ledro
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/ La stradina che parte da Piazza ObbediscoPhoto: Enrico Costanzo, Consorzio Pro Loco Valle di Ledro
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/ La biblioteca della Valle di LedroPhoto: Enrico Costanzo, Consorzio Pro Loco Valle di Ledro
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/ Il Museo Garibaldino e della Grande GuerraPhoto: Enrico Costanzo, Consorzio Pro Loco Valle di Ledro
The village is divided into two contrade by the Assat torrent. On the left bank is Lutta, on the right bank Villa. Bezzecca owes its name to this peculiarity. Bis secta means ‘divided into two’ in Latin. The rivalry between the two factions plays out each year in occasion of the scontrada, a series of sport competition and games.
The two best known inhabitants of the village are without doubt Giacomo Cis and Bernardo Gilli. The Ponale road was built thanks to the backing of Giacomo Cis. Bernardo Gilli, nicknamed el popo (i.e. the child), was a true giant. He was 2.60 m tall. He toured Europe to amaze the European courts with his imposing stature. The Christmas market taking place in the alleys of Bezzecca is named after him.
For Great War enthusiasts the trenches on the Colle di Santo Stefano and Museum of Garibaldi and the Great War in the centre of the village are not to be missed.
Author’s recommendation
The Music Day (Fête de la Musique) takes place throughout Europe on 21st June, the Summer solstice. From the early afternoon to late at night the streets of the village fill up with music of all genres and origins.
Safety information
Please note that the practicability of the itineraries in a mountain environment is strictly linked to the contingent conditions and is therefore influenced by natural phenomena, environmental changes and weather conditions. For this reason, the information contained in this page may have changed. Before leaving for a tour, make sure the path you will approach is still accessible by contacting the owner of the mountain hut, the alpine guides or the visitor centres of the nature parks, the info offices of the local tourist board.Tips, hints and links
Further information on www.vallediledro.com
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Public transport
Public transport friendly
Trentino Trasporti
There: 214 bus Riva del Garda - Bezzecca
And back: 214 bus Bezzecca - Riva del Garda
Getting there
Exit the A22 motorway at Rovereto Sud – Lago di Garda. Follow the SS240 della Val di Ledro to Bezzecca. Further options
Parking
Car park near the school.Coordinates
Author’s map recommendations
Azienda per il Turismo della Valle di Ledro
Valle di Ledro - Tremalzo - Lago di Garda
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