Val di Non, in Trentino, in autumn (link to the translated article: “Autumn in Val di Non: from autumnal foliage to traditions, discovering the region”) becomes the setting for a packed programme of food, wine and cultural events.
Events that feature the apple, the region’s symbol
Mela Colgo courtesy of Raffaelli Consulting Public Relations
From 11 September to 18 October, every Friday, Saturday and Sunday, the Melinda Agritur Ambasciatori open the gates to their orchards as part of "MelaColgo," an initiative that combines experiential tourism with agriculture. Visitors can stroll through the rows of apple trees alongside the growers, pick apples straight from the tree and enjoy a traditional snack of strudel, juice and dried apples, as well as receiving a complimentary voucher for the new Mondomelinda Centre. The experience costs €25 for adults, €12 for children up to the age of 10 and is free for under-3s. A family package (2 adults and 2 children) is available for €65, including a 15-kg picking crate.
Apples, cheeses, cured meats wines and beers
The village of Casez, with its castle and typical Gothic-Venetian architecture, is hosting the twentieth edition of Pomaria, the event celebrating apples and the finest produce of the Val di Non. On 17 and 18 October, the streets of the historic centre will come alive with the farmers’ market "Strada della Mela e dei Sapori," where visitors can sample and purchase apples, cheeses, cured meats, honey, wines and craft beers. The programme includes cookery demonstrations and workshops on traditional dishes, art exhibitions, guided tours of apple orchards and castles, re-enactments of ancient crafts, family-friendly activities and guided tastings at the Enoteca di Pomaria.
Meetings with winemakers and master distillers 
Magnamour ph credits Francesca Padovan
"MagnAmour," from 9 October to 15 November, is a gastronomic festival that invites visitors to discover the valley through special menus offered by the area’s finest restaurants, dedicated to the region’s finest autumn produce: apples, Alpine cheeses and local wines. The exploration of the Val di Non’s food and wine continues with "Emozioni di Groppello" from 20 September to 26 October. The wineries of Revò and Romallo, in the municipality of Novella, will open their doors to introduce visitors to Groppello, a rare native grape variety and a symbol of the mountain viticulture typical of this area. The experience, lasting around two hours, includes a meeting with winemakers and master distillers, an explanation of production techniques and a final tasting of wines and local specialties. The cost is €18 for adults, €12 for children aged 3 to 17 and free for under-3s.
Historic wineries, distilleries and chestnuts
On 15 November, Casa Campia, in the heart of Revò, will host "Eroica Val di Non," an event dedicated to the heroic viticulture of the valley’s steep slopes. The event celebrates the oenological identity of the municipality of Novella - officially recognised as a City of Wine thanks to its concentration of historic wineries and distilleries - with talks, guided tastings and stories from the producers. To round off the event, the halls of the residence will host a special exhibition dedicated to local produce. Castel Nanno, an ancient medieval fortress later converted into a refined Renaissance residence, will welcome visitors in September and October with an autumn Chestnut Festival featuring roasted chestnuts. The building, which in the 17th century was the scene of witch trials, has an elegant square structure with crenellated walls, four corner towers and a surviving ancient keep.
