If its geographical location at an altitude of over 2000 m means it merits the title of the highest Festival in the world, then the nature of its programme and its aims, means it deserves recognition, together with the Festival di Trento, as the most important event in Italy dedicated to mountain cinema.

Ever since the first edition in 1998, mountains have always played the leading part, although the mountains have also become a “pretext” for addressing other related issues: the environment, climate, adventure, sport, culture and history.

Prizes are awarded in various categories and include the one for the best film on mountaineering, offered by the CAI, Club Alpino Italiano.