Puos Dʼalpago: Churches, Trails and Traditions

History of Puos Dʼalpago: Coin Finds and Workshops

The history of Puos Dʼalpago during the Roman period is evidenced by coin finds. In the 16th century, Puos Dʼalpago became an important economic centre thanks to the numerous water-powered workshops present in the area. Coin finds thus represent the Roman period, while the water-powered workshops shaped the town’s economic importance in the 16th century.

Church of San Bartolomeo Apostolo: Founded in the 15th Century and Altarpiece

The Church of San Bartolomeo Apostolo in Puos Dʼalpago was founded in the 15th century. The main altar features an altarpiece painted in 1617 by Francesco Frigimelica il Vecchio. It depicts the Madonna and Child, as well as Saints Bartholomew and Nicholas. The church thus combines an early dated foundation reference with a specifically attributed work of art from the 17th century.

Sagra di San Bartolomeo

The Sagra di San Bartolomeo has been documented since 1583 and is celebrated on 24 August. When staying for the Sagra, 24 August should be scheduled as a fixed date.

Puos Natura: Trail with Birdwatching Spots

The signposted “Puos Natura” trail begins at the sports grounds in Puos. In the area surrounding Puos Dʼalpago, the trail passes through a nature oasis with birdwatching spots. The birdwatching spots are located along this trail.

Pilgrimage Route to Irrighe

In the area surrounding Puos Dʼalpago, a 13 km-long pilgrimage route leads to Irrighe. The pilgrims are then welcomed in the church for Mass. The route is therefore characterised by its length, the destination of Irrighe and the subsequent welcome in the church. With a route length of 13 km, the welcome for Mass should be considered as the subsequent part of the planning.

Places of Remembrance near Valzella

A capital by the road near Valzella, on the left side of the roadway in the direction of Torch, commemorates the cholera epidemic of 1836. The historical reference is linked to the specific location near Valzella and to the year 1836.

The old Church of S. Pietro a Valzella dates back to the 16th century. Near Valzella, the direction of travel is helpful: the capital is on the left side of the road in the direction of Torch.

Cycling Path to Farra dʼAlpago

Puos Dʼalpago is connected to Farra dʼAlpago by a cycle path suitable for children, made of gravel and compacted earth. The surface consists of gravel and compacted earth. When planning the route, in addition to the destination, travellers should take into account the gravel and compacted-earth surface. The destination of this cycling connection is Farra dʼAlpago.

Alpago Bio Natural

Alpago Bio Natural is a market event featuring organic products and traditional products from Belluno.

Other travel destinations: Lorenzago Di Cadore, Cencenighe Agordino, Colle Santa Lucia, San Vito Di Cadore, Salce, Feltre, Cimasappada, Corte

For the higher-level travel overview: Province of Belluno.