Nestled in the Dolomite Mountains of northern Italy, Fabbrica di Pedavena is one of the country's most historic brewing landmarks. The brewery was founded by the Luciani family and has been producing beer for over a century, drawing on the pure mountain water of the Dolomiti region to craft its beers. This Alpine setting has long shaped the character and identity of the brewery, making it a beloved institution in Italian brewing history. The brewery is perhaps best known for its Birra Dolomiti range, a portfolio of beers that reflects the rugged, natural environment of the surrounding mountains. Fabbrica di Pedavena also produces gluten-free beer options, responding to the growing demand for inclusive brewing across the Italian market. The use of local mountain water remains a defining element of the brewery's production philosophy, lending a distinctive quality to its lagers and other styles. Fabbrica di Pedavena is today part of the Birra Castello group, which was formally established in 1997 and took over the historic production complex. The original Fabbrica in Pedavena itself has become a destination, known as a historic brewery site — the Fabbrica Storica — attracting visitors and beer enthusiasts who come to experience a piece of Italian brewing heritage firsthand.