In Val di Non, autumn doesn’t just colour the woods — it transforms the landscape into an open-air gallery. Larches, maples and beeches turn shades of gold, copper and orange, while sunlight filters through the branches like brushstrokes of light.Here, art and nature meet along paths where even a few steps become a ritual: breathing in the scents, listening to the sounds, and pausing before artworks surrounded by autumn colours.
Here are three places where foliage takes centre stage and the installations along the way tell stories of artists and natural materials.
1. Parco Pineta in Cavareno
In the heart of the Upper Val di Non, just a short walk from the centre of Cavareno, Parco Arte Pineta offers a circular trail winding through pines and meadows painted in warm hues. Sunlight plays between the trees, highlighting art installations made from natural and recycled materials. Each piece seems to grow from the forest itself, blending harmoniously with the golden and amber tones of autumn — perfect for a short yet inspiring walk.
The flat path is accessible to everyone, also suitable for trekking strollers, with benches, picnic areas and spaces for children. Here, the soft autumn light weaves through branches and sculptures, turning every stop into a small discovery.
2. Predaia Arte Natura Trail in Coredo
Just outside Coredo, the circular Predaia Arte Natura trail combines forest paths with wooden sculptures created over the years. In autumn, the trail becomes a true palette of colours: the golden yellow of the larches, the deep red of the maples and the orange of the beeches blend with the artworks, creating a dialogue between nature and creativity.
The path is easy to walk, suitable for everyone, and dotted with rest points where you can admire both the sculptures and the surrounding landscape. Colours, shapes and sunlight intertwine, inviting visitors to notice every detail and capture the most beautiful tones of the season.
3. The “Radicosauro” at the Plaze of Dermulo
On the shores of Lake Santa Giustina lies a magical creature: the Radicosauro, an installation born from imagination and perfectly integrated into the surrounding pine forest. In autumn, its contours are reflected in the lake’s golden surface, creating a fairytale-like atmosphere.
The area is easily accessible: a gently sloping meadow and a dirt path lead to small beaches where you can admire the creature in all its grandeur. Stop for a moment, breathe the crisp air, and take in the details of the landscape — the glimmer between the leaves, the reflections on the water, and the harmony between fantasy and reality.
Walking through Val di Non in autumn means being surprised by art installations and landscapes that change with the light and the colours of the foliage. Even a few minutes among golden woods and hidden artworks are enough to rediscover calm and that unique atmosphere only autumn can create.
