Valle di
Ledro
An alpine valley shaped by lake, mountain, and community — where ancient heritage meets living innovation.
Trentino, Italy
Sept – Oct 2026
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Where you
would arrive
Valle di Ledro is a unique alpine valley located in Trentino, Northern Italy, just a short distance from Lake Garda but characterized by a quieter, more authentic atmosphere. Often described as a hidden gem, the valley is known for its combination of unspoiled nature, rich history, and strong community life.
At its center lies Lake Ledro, one of the cleanest and most beautiful lakes in the region, with crystal-clear turquoise waters reflecting the surrounding mountains and forests. Situated at 655 meters above sea level and surrounded by beech, larch, and fir woods, the lake offers a balanced environment where nature is accessible, yet never overcrowded.
The valley is also deeply rooted in history: archaeological remains of prehistoric pile dwellings — now a UNESCO World Heritage Site — testify to human presence dating back over 4,000 years. Traces of more recent history, including military paths and fortifications from the First World War, are still visible throughout the area.
Beyond its historical heritage, Valle di Ledro offers more than 200 km of trails for hiking and mountain biking, alpine peaks reaching over 2,000 meters, and protected natural areas rich in biodiversity. It is often described as a "natural botanical garden" due to the variety of landscapes found within a relatively small area.
Cooperativa So.L.E.
Cooperativa So.L.E. is a social cooperative based in Valle di Ledro, working on community development, cultural initiatives, and territorial innovation. It acts as a local hub, connecting institutions, businesses, and citizens in an open and collaborative way.
Among its flagship initiatives is Ledro Land Art, an open-air contemporary art park where art, nature, and community meet — a living example of how culture and territory can reinforce each other.
Hosting the residency here connects participants not only to a physical space, but to an ongoing story of community engagement, creativity, and sustainable development in the Alps.
How you can
contribute
Arriving in Valle di Ledro means entering a place with its own rhythm, identity, and ongoing projects. The invitation is not to import external solutions, but to engage genuinely — as a learner, a collaborator, and a contributor.
Around two hours of collaborative work per day form the common framework. The rest of the time is yours to focus on your own remote work and explore the valley.
- Communication and storytelling — help make local initiatives visible through digital content, narratives, and social media.
- Digital tools and community management — support So.L.E. and local actors with digital skills and community engagement strategies.
- Cultural initiatives — get involved with Ledro Land Art and other local cultural projects that bring people and landscape together.
- Public-private relations — support the cooperative's work in connecting institutions, businesses, and citizens in the valley.
Preferred
profiles
We are looking for remote workers who can organize their daily lives independently and are genuinely open to collaboration and community life in an alpine setting.
We especially welcome people with skills in communication, storytelling, social media, digital tools, community management, or public-private relations — as these can directly support the goals of the RARE project and the local cooperative.
Partners, children, or companions are welcome. Self-organization, reliability and curiosity matter more than any specific skill set.
