Belluno is a picturesque city that captivates tourists with its mountains, lakes, and valleys. The enchanting Dolomites offer opportunities for walks, climbs, and various outdoor activities. The Dolomites, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, are characterized by sharp peaks, Alpine meadows, and crystal-clear lakes. The views here are stunning!
The historic center of Beluno, with its medieval architecture, narrow streets, and colorful buildings, showcases the city’s history. Of particular note are the 16th-century Duomo with its magnificent frescoes and the Palazzo dei Rettori. Belluno hosts music festivals, art exhibitions, and various events. Immerse yourself in the local culture and feel like a Belluno resident.
Location
Belluno is a town and province in the Veneto region of northern Italy. Belluno is located on high cliffs above the Piave River and is supported by the majestically mountains Dolomites.
Valle del Mis (Mis Valley)
The Val del Mis valley forms a deep canyon between smooth, steep rock walls. The formation of the ancient Mis glacier during the last ice age is visible in its L-shaped cross-section. The lake and Mis valley are part of the Dolomiti Bellunesi National Park.
The mountains, exceeding 2,000 meters in elevation, are majestic, fascinating, and mysterious. The Mis valley and canal are entirely traversed by the provincial road that runs from Sospirolo to Forcella Franche in the Agordino region. Halfway along the lake is Pian della Falcina, a clearing with large parking lots, very popular in summer.
Alta via n. 1 (High Route No. 1)
Alta Via 1 is a popular hiking trail in the Dolomites. The trail is approximately 120 km long, leading from Dobbiaco (south) to Belluno (north) or vice versa. The route is approximately 120 km long. Spectacular views are guaranteed! Soaring peaks, deep valleys, and unique rock formations are something you can’t miss.
Alpe del Nevegal
Alpe de Nevegal is a beautiful ski resort. You can choose between challenging, steep descents and easy runs for beginners, and one of the lifts will ensure quick and safe access to your chosen slope. Four different ski schools are available here. One of the slopes is floodlit, allowing for romantic night skiing. In addition to traditional alpine skiing, you can book a guided freeride tour or explore breathtaking snowshoe trails. Nevegal is a family-friendly destination.
Bus del Buson (Buson’s Bus)
Relentless, and unyielding force of water carved the gorge that still channels the waters flowing down from the southern slope of the great Schiara, the mountain that dominates Belluno. Admire the immense beauty that nature gifts.
The canyon extends for about 250 meters with a sinuous course; its smooth walls, deeply carved in the flint limestone of the Biancone, testify to the ancient working of the waters. In some places the width is just a few meters, while in the central part the rocky walls move away leaving large spaces.
Civic Museum of Belluno
The Belluno Civic Museum houses a collection of bronzes, medals, plaques, coins, seals, manuscripts, and books of local importance, belonging to Count Florio Miari. The current layout includes the ground floor, which houses an archaeological section documenting the long history of Valbelluna from the Middle Paleolithic to the Middle Ages. The lapidarium documents the history of Belluno in Roman times.
Cathedral Basilica of St. Martin
Located in the Piazza Duomo in Belluno, the Cathedral of St. Martin was built in the 16th century in the Renaissance style. The bell tower was added in 1732 and 1747 in the Baroque style. The façade opens with three bronze portals made in the 1980s. The church was severely damaged by earthquakes in 1837 and 1936 and subsequently restored each time. The church is the cathedral of the Diocese of Belluno-Feltre.
Church Of Santo Stefano
The Church of Santo Stefano is a Catholic church in the Italian Gothic style. Interior paintings depict a biblical figure and two wooden angels by sculptor Andrea Brustolona. Located in the center of Belluno, it is open to visitors for architectural viewing during the week. During excavations in the bell tower, the Roman sarcophagus of Gaius Flavius Hostilius and his wife Domitia was discovered, and is now located in the courtyard of the Palazzo Crepadona in Belluno.
