Il trenino del gusto: an 8-hour culinary loop through Val di Sole, Val di Non and the Piana Rotaliana

CROVIANA GUIDED TOUR FIELD GUIDE

Il trenino del gusto: an 8-hour culinary loop through Val di Sole, Val di Non and the Piana Rotaliana

A guided, full‑day train journey from Mezzana that links local producers, tastings and regional wines — this guide orients you to the stops, logistics and what to expect.

Il trenino del gusto: an 8-hour culinary loop through Val di Sole, Val di Non and the Piana Rotaliana.

Duration
8 ore
Location
Croviana
Operator
Azienda Turismo Val di Sole
Category
Guided Tour
Robert Eric Crews
Founder & Editor, The Adventure Collective
Published Verified

Board a valley train in Trentino for an eight‑hour, guided exploration of local food culture: winding through Val di Sole, Val di Non and the Piana Rotaliana, the itinerary brings you to dairies, orchards and a winery for regional tastings and wines.

Highlights

Outing Highlights

THE TASTINGS

Regional flavors sampled on route

The day is organized around multiple enogastronomic tastings and concludes with finger food paired with traditional Trentino wines, giving a concentrated introduction to local specialties.

THE PRODUCERS

Visits to local food and wine makers

Stops include visits to producers such as Caseificio Presanella in Mezzana, the Melinda operation in Val di Non and the Rotari winery in Mezzocorona, connecting table tastes with where they come from.

THE LANDSCAPE

A route through three distinct valleys

The trenino traverses Val di Sole, Val di Non and the Piana Rotaliana, framing tastings with the valley landscapes that shape Trentino’s food culture.

What the day feels like

What the day feels like

For roughly eight hours you travel by valley train with a local guide, disembarking for curated visits and tastings at small producers and finishing the loop with finger food and regional wines — an immersive, producer‑to‑table look at Trentino’s gastronomic traditions.

Suitability

Who it's for

Who this experience suits — and who should take care.

1
Active familiesSuitable for families with older children: the tour is appropriate for participants aged 12 and up, making it a shared food‑focused day out for families whose children meet the minimum age.
2
Food and wine enthusiastsA direct match for travelers wanting producer visits and guided tastings of Trentino products and wines across several valley stops.
3
First-time visitors to TrentinoAn efficient, guided way to sample a range of local specialties and meet producers across Val di Sole, Val di Non and the Piana Rotaliana within a single day.
4
Travelers with younger childrenNot suitable for children under 12; organizers note the experience is intended for participants aged 12 years and above.

Practical planner

Details to review before reserving

Timing & Duration

The full experience runs approximately 8 hours.

Meeting Point

Assembly and departure take place at Mezzana — Stazione Ferroviaria.

What to Bring

Bring comfortable clothing and footwear; sneakers are recommended.

Age & Participation

The tour is suitable for participants from 12 years of age upward.

Booking Notice

Review cancellation policies before reserving.

Frequently asked questions

Planning Your Outing

How long is Il trenino del gusto?

The experience lasts approximately 8 hours.

Where do I meet for the tour?

Meeting and boarding take place at Mezzana — Stazione Ferroviaria.

Which producers and stops are included?

The itinerary includes visits such as Caseificio Presanella in Mezzana, Melinda in Val di Non and the Rotari winery in Mezzocorona, plus tasting stops and concluding finger food with wines.

What should I wear and bring?

Comfortable clothes and closed footwear are recommended; sneakers are suggested.

Is there a minimum age to participate?

Yes — the experience is suitable for participants aged 12 years and older.