Foliage in Italy 2022: where and when to admire it

Foliage, which are the best destinations to admire it in Italy?

With the arrival ofautumnnature puts on its best show, the landscapes take on wonderful colours, resembling a palette of colours. The leaves take on the colours of the earth, from ochre to brown via red, before falling off the trees.

This natural spectacle, known as foliage, is one of the most photographed natural phenomena in the world. Around Italy it will be a pleasure to organise walks and treks in the woods to admire and photograph this wonder. In this we have selected the most beautiful places to admire Foliage in Italy .

Foliage in Italy 2022: where to admire it?

• Trentino

• Piedmont

• Veneto

• South Tyrol

• Umbria

• Marche

• Abruzzo

• Emilia Romagna

• Tuscany

• Latium

Foliage, what it is

Between the end of September and November, the leaves of trees change colour due to the different temperature range between day and night. From iridescent green, the colours become warmer, creating a kaleidoscope of shades called foliage.

This phenomenon, famous in Maine, New England and known in Japan as momijigari, can be observed in parks and forests around Italy, where autumn is at its best. Plan a walk in nature, a panacea for mind and spirit, as we have told you many times that it is the best medicine.

Foliage in Italy: where and when to see it

But where to go to admire foliage in Italy? Practically everywhere, in Piedmont, Valle d'Aosta, Lazio and Puglia. Here is a selection of places not to be missed in autumn.

Foliage in Trentino

There is no doubt, one of the most beautiful places to admire the Foliage is Val di Non, famous for its high-altitude apples. Here it is not only the many varieties of plants that put on a show, but also the vineyards and apple trees.

Don't miss a walk to one of the lakes in the area, such as Tovel or Santa Giustina to enjoy a unique spectacle. This is certainly not the only place to admire the Foliage in Trentino. On Visit Trentino you will find a list with the best spots for autumn.

Foliage in South Tyrol

If you want to enjoy unforgettable landscapes, head for the Isarco Valley, where a trail of around 60 km connects Varna to Castel Roncolo through meadows, forests and chestnut groves. Another place worth mentioning is the Funes Valley. At this link you will find a guide to what absolutely must do in South Tyrol.

Foliage in Veneto

Between Veneto and Friuli Venezia Giulia, we recommend the Cansiglio forest, which stretches between the provinces of Treviso, Belluno and Pordenone. Walk slowly to enjoy this incredible natural spectacle. Alternatively, stroll through the region's beautiful vineyards; this is the best opportunity to walk the Bardolino

Foliage in Piedmont

The Langhe and Monferrato areas are certainly the ideal places to admire this autumn phenomenon. Along the hills between the provinces of Asti and Cuneo in Piedmont, you can organise treks and vineyard walks to discover the region's famous wines.

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Foliage in Valle d'Aosta

In the Gran Paradiso National Park, there are numerous events and many trails dedicated to Foliage, so get your camera ready and go! Here you will find all the information on photographic walks and autumn initiatives in Valle d'Aosta.

Foliage in Emilia Romagna

Along the hills of Piacenza, between Piacenza and Parma, you will find endless expanses of colour, as beautiful as a painting: go there to get away from the hectic pace of the city and taste the wines that this area produces. A whole guide to what to do in Emilia Romagna in autumn can be found at this link.

Foliage in Umbria

Don't miss the explosion of colours of the Sagrantino vine foliage, an itinerary dedicated to the places where this grape variety is present. Don't miss an excursion along the Sibillini Mountains between Marche and Umbria.

Foliage in Le Marche

Don't miss the spectacular kaleidoscope of colours as you walk among the centuries-old trees of the Faggeta di Canfaito beech forest, located within the Monte San Vicino and Monte Canfaito Regional Nature Reserve.

Foliage in Tuscany

The most beautiful spectacle in Tuscany can be admired in the National Park of the Casentino Forests, where the shades of the leaves range from yellow to purple. The best way to discover it is by crossing the Sacred Path of the Casentino Forests. Reach the summit of Monte Penna to admire the Lama Forest from above. On Visit Tuscany you will find all the information on where to see the Foliage in Tuscany.

Foliage in Abruzzo

Enter the Majella National Park to admire the spectacle of colours that autumn brings and don't miss a walk in the Orfento Valley. Another place to admire it is in the forests and woods of theAbruzzo, Lazio and Molise National Park.

Foliage in Lazio

One of the most beautiful places in Latium is certainly the province of Viterbo. We suggest starting from the village of Vitorchiano to immerse yourself in the autumn atmosphere of foliage. Visit the Sasseto forest, you will feel like you are in a fairy tale. Don't miss a walk along the woods of the Cimini Mountains, a spectacle for the eyes.

Foliage in Campania

One of the best spots to admire the Foliage is the Picentini Mountains Park in the Province of Salerno and the Matese Mountains between the provinces of Caserta and Benevento and Molise.

Foliage in Apulia

The best place to enjoy the autumn spectacle is Foresta Umbra in the Gargano.

Foliage in Calabria

What could be better than a walk in the forests of the Sila National Park to get in touch with the colours of autumn in Calabria?

Foliage in Sicily

Among the most beautiful places to see in Sicily during the autumn season, we recommend the Nebrodi Mountains where you can immerse yourself in woods and beech forests of changing colours. It is also worth trying trekking on theEnta, a once-in-a-lifetime experience. Finally, don't miss the foliage on the Madonie with lush beech forests and beautiful trails.

Foliage Train

If you want an unforgettable experience, you can admire the colours of autumn from the comfort of a train, admiring the beautiful landscapes between Switzerland and Piedmont.

The Vigezzina-Centovalli Railway is a 52-kilometre-long itinerary from Domodossola to Locarno, where you can admire and visit villages and landscapes dressed in the colours of the foliage on what has been called the most beautiful railway in Italy. Here are the dates and prices 2022.

(Photo: ©Ferrovia Vigezzina-Centovalli)

Foliage in a Camper

Routes to be travelled in absolute freedom to admire the spectacle of autumn foliage, participate in the grape harvest, collect chestnuts or taste truffles.

Some of the best routes include: Val di Non in Trentino-Alto Adige, Abruzzo, Irpinia, the Langhe and the Carso.

Where to sleep to admire the foliage

One of the things to do during the autumn season is to immerse yourself in nature and lose yourself in the colours of the foliage.

The best way to admire the autumn colours is to sleep in nature, in the woods and forests of Italy. Agriturismi, chalets, bubble hotels and tree houses await you from north to south to enjoy the spectacle of the season.

Foliage Villages in Italy

• MONTEFALCO

• BAROLO

• SERRA SAN QUIRICO

• CANALE DI TENNO

• PIENZA

• ASSISI

• APRICALE

• MACUGNAGA

• TORRE ALFINA

• SAN LORENZO IN BANALE

• TORRECHIARA

• RENON

• PACENTRO

• SCANNO

• GERACI SICULO

Most beautiful photos and images Foliage

Video Foliage

Here is the video showing us the best destinations to admire the autumn spectacle.

What is Foliage?

It is that particular autumn phenomenon whereby the leaves change colour before they fall.

What are the best destinations to see foliage?

Foliage is famous in Maine, New England and Japan (here it is known as momijigari)

What is the Foliage Train?

A special train where you can admire the spectacle that leads from Piedmont to Switzerland and passes through woods and forests. Discover all

Where to see Foliage in Italy?

• Italy