The 10 best things to do in the Fassa Valley in winter and summer

Unmissable evening snowmobile tour in Ponte di Legno in the province of Brescia in Lombardy. After the lifts close, you will have the freedom to explore spectacular views along the valleys and trails of the area, accompanied by trained and experienced guides.

Snowmobiling as well as a sport is a new way to have fun as an alternative to skiing, easy to practice and open to everyone.

Approved helmets with visors are made available and can be worn optionally.

Discover the unique thrill of a snowmobile tour in Livigno, one of the most fascinating destinations for winter lovers. Located in picturesque Lombardy, Livigno offers a breathtaking experience: a snowmobile tour that will take you to the top of the Eira Pass, up to the Crap della Parè. This vantage point offers spectacular views of the entire Livigno valley, a true winter paradise.

The tour takes about 45 minutes and departs from Trepalle, just a 10-minute drive or 15-minute bus ride from the center of Livigno.

With prices starting at €40 per person, it is an affordable adventure for everyone. Each snowmobile can accommodate up to two people, with one driver and one passenger. The price per snowmobile is 80€, making it an ideal experience for both single adventurers and couples.

Included in the price you will find an experienced guide, snowmobile and helmet, as well as winter clothing and gloves needed for your safety and comfort.

With free cancellation up to 48 hours in advance, the Livigno snowmobile tour is a must-do experience for those seeking the adrenaline rush and beauty of winter nature.

Night snowmobile excursion departing from Tonale Pass at about 7 pm. The snowmobile ride takes about 1 hour, after which we stop at a restaurant directly on the ski slopes for dinner.

At the end of dinner, around 11:00 p.m., we get back on the snowmobile and in about 15 minutes return to the valley.

The hut where you dine may be the Faita (Lombard side) or the Mirandola (Trentino side) depending on availability and customer willingness.

Included in the dinner are:

• Appetizer
• Bis di Primi
• Second course with side dish
• Dessert
• Coffee
• Water and Bottled Wine.

On the way back, the route is a little shorter (lasts about 15min).

Dinner at a mountain hut with snowmobile transport in Livigno is a unique opportunity to spend a relaxing evening in a mountain setting nestled in the Alps.

Your guide will pick you up by snowmobile at the Carosello 3000 parking lot and guide you through the picturesque snow-covered slopes to the mountain hut where you will have dinner.

Upon arriving at the hut you will be welcomed in a typical rustic mountain setting where you will savor local products. You will have a choice of 2 menus:

Full menu 

• Platter of cold cuts
• Bis of first courses
• Pioda with vegetables

Reduced menu 

• Selection of cold cuts
• Bis di primi

Wine and water are included, while coffee, drinks and extra courses are excluded.

At the end of dinner, around 10 pm, the guide will be responsible for taking you back to the meeting point by snowmobile.

Walking with alpacas in in Valdidentro between Bormio and Livigno è a’whole experience to be enjoyed in the company of docile and curious animals, trained to be walked easily. Alpacas have a good temperament and a very sweet and friendly appearance.

In addition to getting to know your friendly new four-legged friends, you will come into contact with magnificent trails that crisscross the Stelvio National Park, and during the walk, your guide will tell you lots of interesting facts to give you a thorough understanding of these wonderful creatures and the landscape around you.

È mandatory the presence of one adult for every 3 children.

Enjoy a typical Valtellina dinner on the ski slopes with an incredible view of the city of Bormio.   

Departure è scheduled at 7:30 pm from Bormio 2000 (where you will find free parking for cars and reachable without any problems but with mandatory snow tires or chains on board) and the transfer of about 10 minutes will take place by snowmobile (2-3 participants)  or snowcat (moreù participants).

È you can choose three two menù consisting of local dishes:

Menù 1 (full €75)

• Antipasto of cold cuts and sciatt
• Bis of first courses: Pizzoccheri and Malfatti
• Bis of main courses: Tagliata di manzo and Salamino alla griglia
• Side dishes: Polenta and French fries
• Dessert: Apple pie and apple fritters
• Caffè and water

Menù 2 (without appetizers €65)

• Three first courses: Pizzoccheri, Malfatti and Sciatt
• Bis of main courses: Scaloppina with porcini mushrooms and Braised beef
• Side dishes: Polenta and French fries
• Dessert: Apple Pie and Apple Fritters
• Caffè and water

Menù 3 (without seconds €56)

• Antipasto Salumi misti sciatt
• Three first courses Pizzoccheri, Malfatti and Sciatt
• Dessert Apple Pie and Apple Pancakes
• Caffè water

Menù reduced children (€33)

• Primo (Pasta with tomato Ragù, Lasagna)
• Cotoletta milanese chips
• Sweet
• Transportation

Transportation è included and is by snowcat from Bormio 2000 round trip (groups over 10 people) or snowmobile (under 10 people booked at the restaurant)

In case of intolerances please notify the facility to have variations in the menuù. Children under 4 years old go up for free.

At the end of the dinner you will be escorted back to the meeting point.

Dog trekking with huskies in the Brenta Dolomites, departing from Pinzolo and in the company of fantastic Alaskan Malamute specimens.

The activity consists of a real snowshoe hike on easy, level trails, also suitable for children of any age, tied to the dogs via a harness and an elastic rope.

The ideal routes for this activity are Malga Ritorto, with departure and arrival at the Patascoss parking lot, or Malga Mondifrà, with departure and arrival from the Grostè parking lot. At the Malga you can have lunch or dinner, upon request (the cost of lunch or dinner is not included in the price).

The dogs, in addition to affection and companionship, will help you in reaching your goal through their pulling power.

Children under 10 years of age, for safety reasons, are paired with a parent, while toddlers can be carried in suitable backpacks by a parent or our guides to enjoy the affection of our Alaskan Malamutes during breaks.

The equipment we recommend is as follows:

• backpack
• thermal clothing
• cap
• warm, waterproof shoes (wide-fitting après-ski boots not recommended)
• water bottle and snack
• sunglasses

The use of snowshoes is subject to weather conditions; in case of ice, the facility may opt to use crampons.

Discover the winter landscape of Madonna di Campiglio with a cabin dinner with snowcat transportation.

The meeting will be at the Patascoss parking lot, where the manager will pick you up and take you to the lodge passing through snowy forests and trails. During the ride enjoy the spectacular views of the Brenta Dolomites. Once up, a cozy and comfortable environment will await you where you can warm up.

Menu

The menu includes dishes such as dumplings, spatzle, goulash, polenta and more. The lodge takes care to always use fresh produce, which is why they do not have a set menu, but varies according to availability and seasons. Drinks consumed during dinner are excluded.

We recommend appropriate winter clothing for the snowcat ride.

The snowmobile dinner in Folgarida in Val di Sole is a unique opportunity to enjoy the snowy landscape of the Dolomites with a typical chalet dinner.

Departure is at 7 p.m. from Folgarida Alta where a driver will take you by snowmobile to the chalet along the snowy slopes that characterize the area. The duration of the ride is about 10 minutes.

You will be greeted with a welcome drink that you can enjoy while admiring the snowy peaks. Dinner will continue with a menu consisting of two first courses, main course and dessert. Water and house wine are included.

Among the dishes you will be able to find typical dishes such as polenta with mushrooms, shank or fresh pasta with local products.

At the end of dinner you will be taken back to the village to the meeting point with the snowmobile.

The Rifugio La Montanara, at 1,600 m, è located on the Pradel Plateau, in the Paganella - Brenta Dolomites tourist area, a UNESCO heritage site since 2009.

The proposed typical dinner è perfect to taste the dishes of Trentino cuisine and includes:

• First course to choose from: Gnocchetti with mountain herbs seasoned with melted butter; Fresh tagliatelle with house sauce (sausage, mushrooms and tomato).
• Second course with choice of side dish: Polenta with storo flour and Beef stew; Baked ribs and Forest mushrooms.
• House dessert.

Children up to 10 years old can order a la carte directly at the lodge, paying for their food directly on site. They will only pay for snowmobile transportation when booking.

Snowcat transportation è perfect for admiring the evening or night snowy panorama. The departure time è indicative, you will be confirmed directly by the facility after confirmation. 
The meeting point will also be communicated to you directly by the partner after making the reservation. There are two possible meeting points (Val Biole parking lot or Pian dei Sarnacli) both easily accessible by car from Andalo.

In case of allergies or specific dietary needs it will be necessary to contact the facility directly.

Transportation may not be individual, but group with moreù people who have booked the same time slot.

The dog sledding experience in Madonna di Campiglio will allow you to speed through snowy landscapes, wooded trails and picturesque valleys, guiding trained dogs along designated routes. It is an exciting experience that combines the adrenaline rush of the activity with the tranquility of alpine nature.

The sled dog excursion is a beautiful experience lasting 1 hour. You get to drive a dog sled yourself.

After an initial briefing with the instructor, you will drive the sled with 3-4 dogs first in the small track and then in the medium track we have in Nambino Plain, accompanied remotely by our instructors.

This activity can also be done in 3-4 people together and even in larger groups, and it is a fun and active way to approach the world of dog sledding. Warm snow clothing with hiking shoes is recommended to have better control over the sled's skates.

The Alaskan Malamute is a large dog with a brave and friendly spirit, friendly with other animals, always wise and caring. It is one of the oldest sled dogs, mighty with a muscular and robust body. Its elegance is proverbial, both in its thick coat and plush movements.

The head is large and well proportioned to the body. He is a friendly, affectionate dog and a devoted companion. Playful and willing to help in any circumstance, he is very dignified.

Theclothing we recommend bringing is as follows:

• thermal clothing
• cap
• warm, waterproof shoes
• sunglasses

The Magnabò chalet, with its wooden furniture and stone walls, is capable of creating the perfect environment for savoring Trentino cuisine.

In the Adamello-Brenta Natural Park, 1 km from Pinzolo and 11 km from Madonna di Campiglio, the chalet is easily accessible by car and allows you to enjoy a quiet moment in the company of good traditional food.

The menu consists of four courses:

• Appetizer: platter of local cured meats.
• Bis di primi: cheese-filled dumplings with melted butter and reginette with game ragout.
• Second course with side dish: Polenta, salamella, sauerkraut and venison stew.
• Trio of desserts: Strudel, grandmother's cake and walnut cake.

The menu also includes a quart of wine, water and coffee.

In case of dietary intolerances or needs, you should contact the facility directly.

Let yourself be transported by a snowmobile piloted by an experienced guide to a typical cabin in Val di Fassa, one of the most beautiful valleys in the Dolomites in Trentino.

Depending on your needs, lunch can start at 12:00 or 1:30 pm. The start of the snowmobile excursion is then at 11:30 a.m. or 1:00 p.m. in Campitello di Fassa, where a guide will be waiting for you and will lead you to the hut by snowmobile along the snowy trails (about 20 min).

The lodge is located in Val Duron, one of the four Ladin valleys in the Fassa Valley ski area, nestled among the Dolomite rocks of Sasso Piatto and Catinaccio (a UNESCO World Heritage Site).

You can choose from two different options (Drinks not included):
- Single Dish: one dish from a first or second course chosen from the menu and dessert.
- Full Menu: an appetizer, a single dish between first or second course chosen from the menu and dessert.

Among the specialties of the lodge you can choose first courses such as tagliatelle with venison ragout or porcini mushrooms, the trio of dumplings (spinach speck and cheese). Otherwise we recommend polenta prepared on a wood-burning stove as in the old days and accompanied by rabbit or other condiments such as melted cheese, goulash or mushrooms.

There is a reduced menu for children up to 6 years old.

For the return, the guide will take you back to the meeting point. In case of a high turnout, the table must be cleared at 1:30 pm (for 12:00 reservation) or 3:00 pm (for 1:30 reservation). The return time will be decided by the facility.

Let yourself be transported by a snowmobile piloted by an experienced guide to a typical cabin in Val di Fassa, one of the most beautiful valleys in the Dolomites in Trentino.

The experience is scheduled at 7:30 p.m. in Campitello di Fassa, where a guide will be waiting for you to take you to the hut by snowmobile along snowy trails (about 20 min).

The lodge is located in Val Duron, one of the four Ladin valleys in the Fassa Valley area, nestled among the Dolomite rocks of Sasso Piatto and Catinaccio (a UNESCO World Heritage Site).

You can choose from two different options (Drinks not included):
- Single Dish: one dish from a first or second course chosen from the menu and dessert.
- Full Menu: an appetizer, a single dish between first or second course chosen from the menu and dessert.

Among the specialties of the lodge you can choose first courses such as tagliatelle with venison ragout or porcini mushrooms, the trio of dumplings (spinach speck and cheese). Otherwise we recommend polenta prepared on a wood-burning stove as in the old days and accompanied by rabbit or other condiments such as melted cheese, goulash or mushrooms.

There is a reduced menu for children up to 6 years old.

For the return trip, the guide will take you back to the meeting point.

Dinner at a mountain hut in the Fassa Valley is an unmissable experience of a mountain vacation in the heart of the Dolomites.

Departure is planned for 7 p.m. from Passo Sella, and with a snowcat or tracked quad you will reach the hut in about 10 minutes from which you can admire the snowy panorama of the Dolomites.

The lodge offers a choice of a 3- or 4-course menu consisting of both traditional and more elaborate dishes, while drinks will be excluded.

Among the dishes offered you can find beef carpaccio with arugula and potato chips, tagliatelle with venison ragout and berries, or tagliata with wedge potatoes and crispy vegetables. Suggestions for the little ones are also available.

Dinner ends about 10 p.m. and you will be escorted back to the meeting point.

The Club Moritzino, at 2100 m in Alta Badia, offers the chance to enjoy an evening of fun, thanks to a dinner with music and disco.

The experience begins at 8 p.m. at the La Villa resort, also in Alta Badia, at the station of the Piz la Villa cable car, which will take you to the club.

On arrival at the Club Moritzino you will be greeted with a welcome buffet, accompanied by a glass of bubbly. You will then be escorted to your tables where you will be served a four-course dinner and, between one and the other, you will have the opportunity to get out on the dance floor thanks to the DJ set.

After the evening is over, you will be taken back to the meeting point with the snowcat, motolsitto or, for the more adventurous, there's a chance to ski down the freshly groomed red slope.

The menuù è established by the facility, in case of allergies or dietary needs è it is important to notify the facility directly.

The Las Vegas Lodge is located at about 2050 m above sea level in the hamlet of San Cassiano in Badia, in the province of Bolzano, Trentino-Alto Adige. The lodge è ready to host you for a tasteful and fun dinner.

The experience begins with a beautiful snowmobile tour that takes you from the Golden Eagle ski rental in San Cassiano up to the mountain, where you can enjoy a three-course dinner with a set menu. The dishes offered are determined by the facility based on seasonal products and are perfect for discovering South Tyrolean cuisine.

This experience is perfect for spending an evening in good company with good taste and fun, all in the beautiful setting of the Dolomites by moonlight.

On Wednesdays, the hotel organizes a DJ set that accompanies dinner. 

It is important to notify the facility of any allergies or specific dietary needs in good time.

The Tschötsch Alm lodge offers you the choice of lunch or brunch in the beautiful mountain setting of the Alpe di Siusi, with a 360° view of the Dolomites and its peaks.

Hospitality and tradition only the key values of the establishment, which è ready to welcome you and let you taste dishes prepared with local ingredients and a lot of passion.

The lodge can be reached on foot, via several trails accessible both in winter and summer. The fastest path is the one that starts at the Compatsch and takes at least 40 minutes of walking.

The menù for lunch offers two choices plus the children menù. It is possible to request variations of dishes from the facility, also on site.

Menù 1:

• First course of your choice: Beet, apple and horseradish soup; Elderflower and tangerine risotto.
• Second course: Bullaccia beef cheek co homemade egg dumplings and roasted onions.

Menù 2:

• First course: Homemade ravioli, Alpine cheese fondue and pumpkin.
• Second course: Saddle of venison, tapered potato dumplings and red cabbage.
• Sweet: “Buchteln” (leavened pastry cakes) and vanilla sauce.

Menù children (3-12 years old):

• Tschötsch Alm burger with fries.
• Farmer's ice cream, it will be possible to choose the flavors on site.

Brunch also consists of a variety of local and homemade delicacies: homegrown meats and cheeses, eggs, jams and yoghurt, cakes and briochine.

In case of intolerances or specific needs it will be necessary to notify the facility directly.