The 10 best things to do on the Alpe di Siusi

Walk of varying length and duration, 1 to 2 hours in Canazei in Val di Fassa. The experience is suitable for everyone, including beginners.

The starting point of the ride is the riding stables. From there you will be shown some directions and advice on how to ride and behave with the horses.

Photos will be taken throughout the ride by the chaperones, so you will not have to worry about taking out your cell phone, this is to ensure a safe ride even for beginners. Helmets are mandatory and will be provided to you by the riding school.

The horseback riding tour route will take place around the riding school and features the beautiful Fassa Valley in the province of Trento: through forests, mountain trails and rivers you will be able to admire the scenery in peace and harmony with your horse.

All horses are recovered from mistreatment, they are very well behaved and thanks to this you will have the pleasure of riding horses that will follow your commands. It will be an authentic ride to be experienced in total harmony with the horse.

The horseback ride includes an aperitif to admire the beautiful views of the Fassa Valley. The duration of the walk is 1h and 30 minutes. Including the aperitif, the experience lasts about 2h and 30 minutes.

The horseback ride starts from the riding stables in Campitello di Fassa, very close to Canazei, in the heart of the Fassa Valley. You will be given some guidance and advice on how to ride and behave with horses. The tour is also suitable for beginners.

At the end of the ride the guide will lead you to a meadow near a hut where you can lie down and enjoy a local wine. In case of bad weather, you will be able to sit inside the lodge.

Photos will be taken the whole way (if you want), so you won't have to worry about pulling out your cell phone. Helmets are mandatory and will be provided to you by the riding school as well as all necessary equipment. Clothing, on the other hand, is not included; we recommend long pants and closed-toe shoes.

The SPA day in Castelrotto will allow you to relax in the wellness area of a 4-star Hotel while enjoying the picturesque landscape of Alpe di Siusi.

Entry is valid from 8:00 am to 8:30 pm. You can enjoy the heated panoramic swimming pool for the entire duration, while the saunas will be available from 3 pm to 8:30 pm.

To provide you with maximum comfort, you will have access to several saunas including the panoramic sauna with a direct view of the Alps, Finnish sauna, biosauna and steam room. Also to offer you a full day of relaxation you will have access to the Relaxation Room.

Also included in the price is a wellness bag with towels, bathrobe and slippers, and you can use the locker room with lockers to store your personal belongings.

For those who want a complete wellness experience, once booked, they can later book a massage by calling the facility.

Horseback riding in Val Gardena from Selva will allow you to immerse yourself in the picturesque nature of the Dolomites in Trentino.

The excursion is suitable for everyone, even beginners. Upon your arrival there will be a short riding lesson in the riding stables to learn how to ride and then leave with the 1-hour walk.

The scenic route takes you through the green forests of Val Gardena until you reach the World Cup ski slope and then back to the riding stables.

Appropriate clothing with long pants and closed shoes is required to participate in the walks.

Enjoyable alpaca hike in Val Gardena in South Tyrol to share with family or friends.

Experiencing a walk with alpacas è an opportunity not to be missed. Before starting the hike, a short briefing will be given to familiarize you with these sweet animals. You will then hike from the farm to the waterfall and back.

For this experience:

•    Children under 10 years old must lead the alpaca with a double rope together with an adult. Maximum one accompanying person per child.
•    Accompanying persons without alpacas are not allowed.
•    Dogs are not allowed.
•    Appropriate clothing for mountain trekking is required, waterproof jacket if necessary.

What are you waiting for? Book this alpaca walk in Val Gardena, and have a unique experience that will allow you to lead the alpaca through breathtaking landscapes while admiring the natural beauty of the area.

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 lodge, which is ready to welcome you and let you taste dishes prepared with local ingredients and lots of passion.

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

The lunch menu offers two choices plus a children's menu. Variations of dishes can be requested from the facility, also on site.

Menu 1:

•    First course choice: Parsley root cream, sour cream bread; Potato gnocchi, Nettle, yellow tomato.
•    Main course: Bullaccia beef cheek with homemade egg dumplings and roasted onions.

Menu 2:

•    First course: Homemade ravioli, Alpine cheese fondue and wild spinach.
•    Second: Saddle of veal, date tomato confit, arugula and juniper jus.
•    Dessert: "Buchteln" (leavened pastry cakes) and vanilla sauce.

Children's menu (ages 4-12):

•    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 yogurt, cakes and brioche.

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