Discover Tesero: Frescoes, Crafts and Winter Sports

Tesero combines historic features with themes of traditional crafts and winter sports. The built-up center lies on the valley slope and is geologically characterized by Quaternary glacial deposits of the Sintema del Garda. Churches, shrines, sundials, frescoes and communal bread ovens—known as “forni dal pan”—shape the appearance of the historic center. When planning your trip, you can explore different sides of the town, from its architectural and artistic history to its sporting connections.

Churches, Frescoes and Casa Jellici

The Church of San Leonardo in Tesero was probably built between the late 14th and early 15th centuries. Its interior was decorated with frescoes in 1541–1542 by an anonymous Friulian master. The cemetery church of San Rocco dates back to 1528. Its façade is entirely covered in frescoes and features the image known as “Cristo della Domenica.” The two churches offer different points of entry for exploring Tesero’s religious architectural and artistic history.

Another historic building is Casa Jellici, which is used as a museum. Exhibitions and concerts are held there; the specific program may vary. Together with the frescoes and other features of the historic center, it adds to the town’s cultural appeal and complements its traditional crafts.

Crafts and Events

Tesero’s traditional crafts include furniture and musical instrument making. The communal bread ovens, known in the historic center as “forni dal pan,” also reflect local traditions. During the Christmas season, “Tesero e i suoi Presepi” transforms streets, courtyards, stables and cellars into part of a large Nativity scene. The event takes place during the Christmas season; check the specific dates before your trip.

At “Le Corte de Tiezer,” “A stroz par le corte” is the highlight. The walking tour combines food and drink tastings with demonstrations of traditional crafts, dances, singing and music. If you are interested in the connection between local customs and traditional activities, this event offers a different focus from the churches and museum.

Winter Sports and Remembrance

The Centro del Fondo in the Lago district of Tesero hosted three editions of the FIS Nordic World Ski Championships: 1991, 2003 and 2013. Pampeago, a hamlet of Tesero, is the gateway to the Latemar Dolomites ski area, with 45 kilometers of slopes; this figure may change. Pampeago is a 15-minute drive or ski bus ride from Tesero. Travel times and seasonal ski bus services may vary. If you plan to take the ski bus, check the service for your travel dates.

The “Dove Stava una valle” trail starts in Tesero, runs uphill through Val di Stava and reaches the Centro Stava 1985. Trail conditions may vary. The Centro di Documentazione Stava provides information about the events leading up to the Stava disaster, its causes and those responsible. An educational tour there lasts about one hour; visiting arrangements may vary. The trail and the documentation center offer different ways to learn about the history of Stava.

More Experiences and Visitor Information

Visits to the Osservatorio e Planetario Val di Fiemme include a presentation of the celestial sphere in the planetarium and direct observation of the sky through a telescope. Booking arrangements may vary. The RespirArt art park can be reached via the Agnello chairlift or on foot; the lift operates seasonally. If you plan to use the lift, check its operating status for your visit.

The Ufficio Informazioni di Tesero can help you discover summer excursions on foot or by bike, and winter ski and snow activities. Seasonal opening arrangements may change; check before your visit.

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