MNTN Journal: New Italian Magazine Dedicated to Mountain Culture Launches Third Issue
In 2024, MNTN Journal, an Italian publication focused on mountain culture, released its third edition. Established by journalist Margherita Tizzi, the magazine showcases four distinct covers and prioritizes high-quality journalism. It utilizes premium paper and visible binding to seamlessly merge sport, art, and culture from various viewpoints. Featured articles include a profile of Bergauf, a cooperative located in Val d'Ultimo, and a spotlight on Le Cholitas Escaladoras, a group of climbers from the Andes. In preparation for the 2026 Milan Cortina Olympics, MNTN plans to issue a special edition and organize an exhibition at the Manifiesto Blanco gallery, highlighting the works of sixteen artists. The ongoing project Walk features writer Valeria Necchio exploring hiking trails, illustrated by Lavinia Fagiuoli.
Key facts
- MNTN Journal is an Italian magazine dedicated to mountains, launched in 2024.
- The magazine is published by Margherita Books and founded by journalist Margherita Tizzi.
- The third issue is available with four different covers.
- The magazine uses hardcover, visible binding, and high-grammage paper from responsibly managed forests.
- Notable articles include Bergauf cooperative in Val d'Ultimo and Le Cholitas Escaladoras.
- Waltraud Schweinbacher, 80, revived wool traditions in Val d'Ultimo and founded a winter school.
- Le Cholitas Escaladoras are Andean women climbing peaks in traditional skirts, photographed by Todd Antony in Bolivia.
- For the 2026 Milan Cortina Olympics, MNTN will publish a special Italy issue and host an exhibition at Manifiesto Blanco gallery in Milan.
- The exhibition will feature 22 posters by 16 Italian artists inspired by Olympic and Paralympic disciplines.
- Ongoing project Walk involves writer Valeria Necchio and illustrator Lavinia Fagiuoli.
Entities
Artists
- Margherita Tizzi
- Waltraud Schweinbacher
- Todd Antony
- Liita
- Valeria Necchio
- Lavinia Fagiuoli
Institutions
- Margherita Books
- Artribune
- Manifiesto Blanco
Locations
- Italy
- Val d'Ultimo
- Alto Adige
- South Tyrol
- Wegleit
- Andes
- Bolivia
- Milan
- Cortina