Snow experiences: the 20 best in Italy

Dinner in a chalet nestled among soft snow and conifers in Lavarone in the province of Trento with snowmobile transportation.  

The chalet è built in rustic style, surrounded by the snowy forest, in a picturesque and scenic setting, è the ideal place to relax and enjoy a pleasant evening. Wait until dinner is served while enjoying the peace of these landscapes and warm yourself next to the falò.

The dishes are mainly centered on traditional Trentino cuisine, repurposed with the same natural and genuine ingredients as in the past.

The menuù consists of:

•    Antipasto: platter of sliced meats of our own production with sweet and sour pickles.
•    Single course: platter of the glutton with golden cannellone (breaded lasagna with a filling of local cheeses) potato polenta storo mushrooms and your choice of venison bites, gulash or grilled lucanica.
•    Dessert: berry panna cotta or apple strudel.
•    Drink: 1/4 Trentino merlot red wine and 1/2 water

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.

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.

Fat bike ride between Madonna di Campiglio and Pinzolo along the trails of Val Genova among the snowy nature.

In the saddle of a pedal-assisted fat bike equipped with studded snow tires you will ride exclusive routes immersed in the Brenta Dolomites.  

The route è very beautiful and scenic, and è it is necessary to have a good balance since the roads will have an icy or snow bottom.  

The ’equipment we recommend è the following:

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•    backpack
•    thermal clothing
•    helmet (possibility of rental)
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•    waterproof shoes
•    water bottle and snack
•    sunglasses
•    gloves

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.

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.

Enjoy a’snow experience with a fantastic snowmobile ride in Prato Nevoso, reaching Chalet il Rosso amid snowy landscapes and breathtaking views.

The snowmobile ride lasts about 1 hour on a 10km route with incredible views.

The departure è scheduled near the Rosso Panoramica chairlift on Corona Boreale street, from which you will depart by snowmobile and reach the Chalet il Rosso. From the chalet you will have the opportunity to see a suggestive sunset, accompanied by an aperitif. At the end of the aperitif, the guide will lead you to the meeting point.

During the snowmobile-guided excursion, the landscapes of Prato Nevoso will be explored from a’different perspective.

È important to wear snow clothing (gloves and clothing that keeps warm recommended). Helmets willà be provided by our staff. It will beà possible to request photos and videos of your experience from the staff entirely free of charge.

A wonderful panoramic snowshoe hike that will take you through the picturesque snowy landscapes of Prato Nevoso in the province of Cuneo.

You will walk on soft white snow with views of pristine winter scenery, the colors of winter and the tranquility of the mountains. A unique experience that will repay the effort (not too much) of snowshoeing! There are several ways to perform the snowshoe outing:

Panoramic snowshoeing
You will meet the guide and once you have your snowshoes on, you will set off on the approximately two-hour hike that will run along fresh snow in the Trucca Sape' forest. Thursday through Monday, start in the morning or afternoon.
The total elevation gain of the walk is approximately 300 mt.

Snowshoeing with Aperitif
If you prefer instead a shorter hike and end with an aperitif in the fresh air among the snow, you can choose the pre-summer outing "apericiaspola" starting at 5 p.m. and lasting 1 h 30 min (snowshoeing about 1 h).

Snowshoeing with lunch at the Refuge
A fantastic snowshoeing experience to Chalet il Rosso in Prato Nevoso with lunch included. Once lunch is finished you will then descend from the lodge back to the starting point.

If there is a lack of snow, the snowshoeing can be moved to higher elevation by adding the cost of the gondola.

Snowshoe in Prato Nevoso, one of the most beautiful winter resorts in Piedmont.

The snowmobile ride to Prato Nevoso è a perfect experience to discover the famous mountain resort in Piedmont with a little extra adrenaline.  

The departure è at 8 p.m. near the Rosso Panoramica chairlift on Corona Boreale Street. From here you will depart, accompanied by an open-air guide along a very scenic route until you reach Chalet il Rosso.

The chalet will host you for dinner giving you the opportunity to enjoy dishes prepared with local and seasonal products. The menuù includes an appetizer, a first course and a second course, while drinks are not included.

Among the hut's offerings you can find chopping boards, polenta, gnocchi and much more. At the end of the dinner, the guide will lead you to the meeting point.

The snowmobile canà be driven only by those who have a type B license.

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

A snowshoe hike in Limone Piemonte will allow you to immerse yourself in pristine snowy landscapes while walking gently on a deep blanket of snow.

You can decide between the longer 6-hour day tour or the shorter half-day tour of about 3 hours. Based on weather and snow conditions, your guide will determine your snowshoeing destination a week in advance.

The easiest destinations, but without losing the beauty and scenery of the Maritime Alps, proposed by the guide are the Forts of the Colle di Tenda, the centuries-old Beech Forest in Palanfrè, the Capanna Chiara tour, the tour in the Vallone di San Giovanni, and the tour to the Alpe di Papa Giovanni.

Winter clothing is recommended. Snowshoes and wands will be to rent on site for 10€ for groups of more than 4 people.

embark on an adventure with a snowmobile excursion in Limone Piemonte. Guided tours can be one hour or one hour and 45 minutes starting from Limonetto, and will give you an experience immersed in the beauty of the Maritime Alps.

The tour è perfect for immersing yourself in the snowy landscapes, allowing you to savor the adrenaline rush as you pass through silent forests and admire breathtaking views.

Snowmobiles are designed for a maximum of 2 people and please note that è a B driver's license is required to ride them, ensuring a safe and immersive experience among alpine wonders.

The La Grogia Chalet è set in the context of the Maritime Alps, in the resort of Panice Sottana in Limone Piemonte, in the province of Cuneo. 

The hotel's kitchen pays great attention to the selection of raw materials, offering seasonal dishes capable of enhancing the flavors of the territory.

The experience includes, in addition to dinner, a dinner show with music and entertainment. It will be possible to choose one of the two fixed menù proposed by the chalet.

Menù 3 courses

•    Antipasto
•    First course
•    Dessert

Menù 4 courses

•    Antipasto
•    First course
•    Second course
•    Dessert

Both menusù include water. Children can pay locally according to what they want to order a la carte.

The chalet can be reached by the lifts of the Riserva Bianca ski area, or by the road from Panice Sottana to Tetti Gherra.

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

Live a unique and romantic experience in the picturesque Rhêmes-Notre-Dame Valley with an overnight stay in a chalet, accessible by snowmobile or snowcat.

You will depart from the Bruil snowpark at 2:45 pm, 4:30 pm or 6:40 pm, with a snowmobile ascent duration of about 15 minutes.

Once you reach the facility, dinner is provided in the adjacent restaurant, already booked by the facility for you but to be paid for on site.

Check-in is available from 3 p.m. onward, while check-out is set for 11 a.m. The indicated 12-hour experience duration is to be considered indicative only, as the stay runs from the chosen check-in time until check-out the next morning.

The rooms, equipped with all amenities and breathtaking mountain views, are set up for the occasion with flowers, balloons, fresh fruit, chocolates and a bottle of Prosecco or Champagne of your choice to make your evening truly special.

A night at the lodge with snowmobile or snowcat transport in Thumel will give you a unique experience in the Rhèmes-Notre-Dame Valley.

Scheduled departure times are 2:45 p.m., 4:30 p.m. or 6:40 p.m. at the Bruil snowpark. The duration of the snowmobile ascent is approximately 15 minutes.
Once you reach the facility, dinner is provided in the adjacent restaurant, already booked by the facility for you but to be paid on site. Transportation and breakfast are included in the price of your stay.

Check-in is from 3 p.m. onwards, while check-out will be at 11 a.m. The duration of the experience (12 hours) is approximate; the stay is from the time of your chosen check-in to the time of check-out (11 a.m.).
You will have a choice of 3 different rooms. The rooms available are standard, premium and family. The standard and premium rooms can hold up to 2 people; the family room up to 4. All rooms are equipped with all amenities (Wi-fi, kettle, mini-bar, double bed, towels).
Premium and family rooms have a unique view of the surrounding Alps and also have direct access to the green relaxation area (if on the ground floor) or a balcony (if on the second floor).

Snowshoe hikes in Gran Paradiso National Park will offer you breathtaking views on both sides of the Orco Valley, with the opportunity to admire the glacial origin of the surrounding valleys.

You will have a choice of 4 different hikes with meeting point at Hotel Bianchetti in Ceresole Reale.

Walloon of the Dipper

At 8:30 am from the meeting point you will reach Chiapili di Sotto at 1685m, where the experience actually begins. The outing of about 7 kilometers total, continues by heading to the lovely Alpe Trumajet at 1890m across the head of the Orco Valley.

Alpe Cà Bianca

At 8:30 a.m. from the meeting point you will reach Borgata Montone at 1538m, where the experience actually begins. The approximately 5.5-kilometer hike continues by heading to Alpe Cà Bianca at 1942m through a magical snowy larch forest.

Drès Lake

At 8 a.m., from the meeting point you will reach Borgata Garsines at 1584m, where the experience actually begins. The hike of about 10 kilometers continues by heading toward Lake Drès, crossing the "Pian della Regina." It is one of the most beautiful trails in the entire park.

Pian del Nel

At 8 a.m. from the meeting point you will reach Chiapili di Sotto at 1665m where the experience actually begins. The outing, about 6 kilometers long, continues by heading to the Jervis Refuge at 2260me during the snowshoeing you can admire the majestic Three Levanne.

Group tours

Destinations will vary among those mentioned above and tours will be guaranteed to reach 8 participants.

The experiences end around 3/16 p.m., and upon return, with prior reservation, you will have the opportunity to have a typical "Sinoira snack."

Equipment consisting of: Backpack, warm footwear with carved soles, jacket, cap, gloves. Snowshoes and poles (not included in the price) are mandatory and can be rented on site for 15€ (the fee includes the ARTVA, Shovel and Probe kit).

Through snowshoeing at the foot of Monviso, you can explore the breathtaking natural landscapes that the Piedmont valleys have to offer. You will have the choice between a group tour and a private tour.

Group Tour

Departure is planned for 9 a.m., with the exception of a few cases in which the snowshoeing is in the evening (December 22, January 5 and 26). The guide will assess the destination of the excursion based on the weather conditions and will notify you a week in advance.

Private tour

Departure time can be planned with the guide based on your needs. The guide will estimate the destination of the excursion based on the weather condition and will notify you a week in advance.

The hikes last about 6 hours and possible destinations are the Chisono and Germanasca Valleys, Pellice Valley, Po Valley, Varaita Valley and Maira Valley. They are all hikes of medium/low difficulty, and from all valleys it will be possible to admire some extraordinary landscapes.

Equipment (snowshoes and poles) is not included and can be rented on site for 10€.

Dinner at a mountain hut in Val di Fassa above Canazei at Passo Sella with transportation by snowcat through the mountains of the Dolomites.

Departure è planned for 7:00 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 at over 2000 meters.

The evening begins with an open-air aperitif accompanied by a greeting from the kitchen. It will then be followed by dinner consisting of a 3-course menu with a selection to be chosen at the table of:

•    3 first courses
•    2 main courses
•    2 desserts

For children è there is a dedicated menù which includes a dish and a dessert or ice cream.

Transportation è always included, while drinks are excluded from the price.

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

In case of food allergies or intolerances è it is necessary to contact the facility following the reservation.

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 is ready to host you for a tasteful and fun-filled dinner.

The experience begins with a beautiful snowmobile or snowcat 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, buffet entrèe followed by a choice of first and second course and dessert (drinks are not included).

The dishes offered are determined by the establishment based on seasonal products and are perfect for discovering South Tyrolean as well as Italian 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 facility organizes a DJ set to accompany dinner.

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

The Rifugio Burz is a recently built facility, capable of combining tradition and modernity, both in its location and in its cuisine. Located at 1963 m, it is part of the Sellaronda circuit, a ski tour that connects the four Dolomite passes around the Sella massif.

The experience they offer includes dinner at altitude, in a setting that combines traditional wooden beams with large windows and modern interior furnishings, with round-trip transportation from the Arabba chairlift by snowmobile or snowcat.

The cuisine is capable of combining traditional flavors with a dash of modernity. Dinner includes a 4-course menu (appetizer, first course, main course, dessert).

Thursday:

•    Aperitif around the fireplace
•    Alpine Gray meatballs with pistachio mayonnaise and sweet and sour red onion
•    Buttered spinach casunzei with smoked ricotta and poppy seeds
•    Costata of Moi Moi beef with baked vegetables
•    Chocolate indomitable with sea buckthorn and rum

Saturday (Live Music):

•    Aperitif around the fireplace
•    Tartare of Grigio Alpina with marrow gratin
•    Mushroom risotto with the scent of bear garlic
•    Costata of Grigio Alpina with baked vegetables and tubers
•    Creme brulée and berries

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

Sledding down the scenic Resciesa funicular track in Ortisei, Trentino, is an exciting experience in the Puez-Odle Nature Park, a UNESCO World Natural Heritage Site.

The funicular departs from Ortisei, passing through forests and meadows, up to a height of 2,200 meters, with an incredible panorama towards the Sella Massif, Marmolada, Sassolungo Group and Sciliar Group, which is jaw-dropping. You will also be able to see this fantastic landscape during the descent on the Resciesa toboggan run.

Once you have reached the end of the ascent with your typical Tyrolean toboggans, you will be able to descend from the intermediate toboggan run which is about 6 km long and has an elevation gain of more than 600 meters, and have an unforgettable and fun experience while enjoying the views of the snow-covered Dolomites.

To descend to the valley, there will again be a funicular to take.

The ticket is daily with unlimited rides up and down the Resciesa toboggan run.

The toboggan run in Ortisei is a typical and fun experience, suitable for everyone from 6 years old.

A helmet is mandatory for the descent. You can bring one or rent one on site, paying on the spot, at a cost of 6€.

Dinner at Baita Pra Valentini, just outside the town of Selva di Val Gardena, in the province of Bolzano, Trentino-Alto Adige. 

The chalet's cuisine offers traditional South Tyrolean dishes, prepared with carefully selected local ingredients, served in an intimate and quaint setting.

There are two menus from which you can choose, none includes drinks, which will be paid for on the spot.

First menu

•    Antipasto: Beef rump steak topped with egg yolk, dried anchovies and homemade pan brioche.
•    First course: Risotto Acquerelli alla Verza, green apple and speck
•    Dessert: Heiße Liebe (vanilla ice cream with warm raspberries).

Second menu

•    Antipasto: Focaccia with lard, confit tomatoes and burrata
•    Second course: Pork knuckle in “Monpier de Gherdeina” beer sauce, home-made, with roasted potatoes and cooked sauerkraut.
•    Dessert: Tiramisù

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