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Top 10 things to do in Ponte di Legno in winter

10 January 2024 5 minutes read

Looking for ideas on what to do in Wooden Bridge this winter? You're in the right place. Here are a few activities :

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1. Night snowmobile excursion (with dinner)

After the ski lifts close, together with a guide, you will have the opportunity to explore the slopes on a snowmobile. The tour takes about an hour and departures are scheduled at 5 and 7 p.m.

In case you prefer a more complete experience, anexcursion with dinner at a mountain hut in Passo del Tonale is also available

2. Morning snowshoeing tri

An original activity to do as a group is undoubtedly snowshoeing. Together with your friends you can explore the area discovering new winter landscapes surrounded by snow.

The experience lasts about 3 hours and can be adapted according to the level of the participants allowing to ensure a perfect excursion even for beginners and the less trained.

At the end you will be recommended an excellent hut where you can enjoy a lunch and recover your energy

3. Concert in ingloo

For live music lovers, the Presena Glacier is famous for organizing events, such as 'PARADICE MUSIC - Ice Concerts'.

In a real igloo, musicians will play the special instruments carved out of ice, and from January to March, you can enjoy many live performances that are all different.

Tickets for facilities, shows and dinners can be purchased online or at ticket offices in Passo Tonale (Paradiso, Serodine and central ticket office), Ponte di Legno and Temù

4. A horseback ride through the woods

Enjoy a horseback ride through the woods starting from Temu. The rides last about an hour and at the end you return to the stable for an aperitif (if purchased).

In winter the woods become snow-covered with the possibility of walking on snow, and the landscapes will become even more evocative influenced by the snow that will characterize the entire landscape

5. Skiing in Ponte di Legno Tonale

An unmissable activity on mountain vacations is skiing. Ponte di Legno is a perfect fit for winter sports enthusiasts, with an area offering a total of 41 slopes that can be reached by modern lifts.

With a variety of slopes suitable for skiers of all levels, from beginner to expert, Ponte di Legno is ideal for skiing. In addition, the resort offers cross-country and off-piste skiing opportunities, ensuring a variety of winter activities for all tastes.

Ski passes start at €36 for a half-day and €45 for a full day, but can vary depending on the day and season

6. Dog sledding in Ponte di Legno

For animal lovers, we suggest a dog sledding excursion.

In Ponte di Legno, the Italian Sleddog School offers a 2-hour excursion suitable for everyone.

During the activity you will have the opportunity to drive the sled and dogs following the directions given by the guide, mentra at the end of the experience you can pet and take pictures with the huskies.

The price of the activity is 120€ per person and you can participate from 15 years old

7. Helicopter ride over the Brenta Dolomites (50 min from Ponte di Legno)

For a special occasion, less than an hour from Ponte di Legno, a helicopter ride over the Dolomites is mandatory to consider.

Undoubtedly an activity not for everyone (600€ for the helicopter excursion), but a helicopter ride is perfect for celebrating a unique event.

You will have the chance to discover the striking Brenta Dolomites from a completely new and unique point of view.

The duration of the flight is 20 minutes and up to 5 passengers can board at a time

8. Fat bike night hike on the slopes at Tonale

As for overnight experiences, in addition to the snowmobile ride, it is possible to book a ride on Fat Bikes.

You'll easily ride up the snowy slopes thanks to the bikes' pedal-assisted pedaling, and once you're at the top, you can enjoy riding down the groomed trails.

For group excursions the price starts from 40€ per person, while to have a private guide 130€ will have to be added.

Duration is about 2½ hours and you will make the return trip before dark

9. Day in the Adamello Brenta Nature Park

The Adamello Brenta Nature Park offers many activities for nature and adventure lovers. The park is famous for its spectacular mountain ranges, alpine lakes, and scenic trails.

The park offers the opportunity to do a variety of activities:

Mountaineering Skiing

In the Park there are several ice areas and snowy slopes perfect for this type of activity, Mount Adamello and other peaks will welcome you with breathtaking scenery.

Snowshoeing

For those who prescribe a quieter experience, we recommend a relaxing snowshoe hike. The reserve offers numerous trails of different difficulties suitable for every need.

Environmental education

Various environmental education programs and guided tours are also offered to learn more about the geology, flora, fauna, and history of the region

10. Ice skating: an alternative to skiing

The skating rinks of the Ponte di Legno-Tonale ski resort are waiting for you to have fun on the ice in the charming winter atmosphere of the Alps!

In the vicinity of the rinks, you can rent skates and rest with a warm drink in the clubs.

The area offers numerous skating rinks: three in Ponte di Legno, one in Vermiglio, one at high altitude at Passo del Tonale, and an indoor ring in the Temù ice rink


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