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

Horseback riding in Colico, at the northern tip of Lake Como. The rides are 1 to 2 hours with American saddle, suitable even for those who do not know how to ride a horse. You get 5 min in the field to learn a little bit.

You start at the riding stables, go to the lake, go to the beach (unless it's unusable), go through the fields and back to the ranch. You can also do 2-hour ones: you go down to the lake and go up to the Valtellina doing some forest.

You can also take a dip in the river or lake with your horse in warmer weather. Winter walks in the snow are also very popular.

The rides are accompanied by an equestrian guide who will take you to the spaces of the farm’or the immediate surroundings. You can admire and discover new territories among nature, landscapes such as Lake Como (on the eastern side), rivers and mountains.

In case of bad weather, the moment the riding school deems the outing impractical, you will be entitled to move your reservation or receive full refund.

The ride is not allowed for children under 14 years of age.

A fantastic horseback ride along the banks of the Mera River in Valchiavenna, at the foot of the mountains.

The horseback riding routes along the banks of the river in Valchiavenna, above Lake Como, vary in duration. They can last 1h, 2h or 3h and are suitable for everyone, including beginners.

Children over 6 can ride a pony, but if they are younger they will not be able to participate.

For the horseback riding excursion you will be provided with all the equipment you need to ride a horse, including helmet. The price is inclusive of insurance

Recommended clothing includes closed shoes and long pants.

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).

The experience is guaranteed upon reaching the minimum number of snowmobiles for that date. In case it is not reached you will be contacted by the facility to change the date.

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.

Guided tour and goat care at Sopra la Panca Farm, in Postalesio, in the province of Sondrio, in the heart of Valtellina.

The experience begins with guests being welcomed to the farm and a guided tour of all areas, including the milking room and dairy.
Afterwards, animal care is provided and guests can watch and participate in hay feeding and grazing.
It concludes with a tasting of the farm's dairy products.

La Tana del Gatto è a lodge on the ski slopes of the Valtellina resort of Livigno, in the province of Sondrio, a perfect destination for ski and shopping lovers.

The property offers a fixed menuù consisting of:

•    Bis of first courses, based on seasonal ingredients, which will allow youà to taste some of the typical dishes of Valtellina cuisine such as pizzoccheri, tagliatelle with venison ragù, ravioli with mushroom stuffing.
•    A meat main course: stew with polenta.

However, è it is also possible to reserve a single course. While for children up to 12 years old, the set menu has a discounted price.

The only thought you will need to have è is to get to the Cassana gondola in Livigno, meeting point with your "winter carriage": the snowmobile. Once you get on, you will be escorted up to the cabin and, on the way, you can admire the snow-covered and illuminated town of Livigno from above.

In case of intolerances or specific dietary needs please contact the lodge directly.

The forest walk in Val di Sole allows you to experience a relaxing moment surrounded by nature and away from the city chaos.

This experience is suitable for everyone, even beginners. The horseback ride is always organized in the company of an equestrian guide.

When booking you can choose between two options.

1-hour walk

Starting from the riding stables you take the path that between woods and countryside will take you to the outskirts of the village of Pellizzano.

It is a loop trail mostly at a walking pace. Depending on the level of the group, it will be possible to include stretches of leading at a trot.

2-hour walk

The 2-hour horseback ride will take you along forest trails to Ossana, at the foot of Castel San Michele. It is a pace and trot route, recommended for riders with a minimum of experience.

Please remember to wear comfortable clothing with long pants and closed shoes.

Horseback riding on the Altopiano dei Sette Comuni plateau in Asiago will allow you to have a unique experience riding a horse.

The excursions are also suitable for beginners, in fact, before the walk the guide will explain how to mount and teach you the commands to best ride the horse.

You can choose from 1- or 2-hour hikes in which you will immerse yourself in the peaceful forests and grasslands of the Plateau. The rides are available from April through November.

Sportswear with long pants and closed shoes is required to participate in the walk.

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.

The carriage ride in Andalo will allow you to enjoy a unique experience as a family, a couple or with friends and admire the picturesque landscapes of the Dolomites, considered a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Everyone can participate, for children under 3 years old it is free and they must be held.

The tour has as its meeting point the riding center, where you can use the parking lot for free.

The outing is entirely in the Adamello Brenta Nature Park, skirting the Andalo karst lake and through the snowy forest, until you arrive at the Baita Tana dell'Ermellino hut for a stop of about 15 min. Then it will be back to the Center.

Book a horseback ride in the Giudicarie forests, an experience in which the trails are developed on a loop route, characterized by ups and downs.

Step into the saddle and let yourself be carried away by the beauty of the Giudicarie, in an experience that will make you feel in perfect tune with nature.

You can admire historic villages like Rango, one of the most beautiful in Italy, and enjoy spectacular views of the Dolomites that embrace the Giudicarie Esteriori.

Horseback riding è an activity suitable for both experts and beginners from 14 years old and up.

Dinner at the cabin with snowmobile transport in Val di Fiemme will allow you to relax and spend an unforgettable evening with your partner, family or friends.

Departure is scheduled to Bellamonte around 7/19.30 pm where the leaders will be waiting for you with the snowmobiles (up to 5 passengers per vehicle). Initially the route will be on the slopes, while on the way up you will enter the picturesque snowy forests within the Lusia Pass. The ride will take about 20 minutes.

When you arrive at your destination, you will be welcomed in a typical mountain hut where you will be able to enjoy typical local products with a menu consisting of appetizer, first course, water and coffee.

Among the specialties of the hut you will find polenta dishes with cheese or game, rich boards of local products, and tasty strangolapreti with wild spinach.

Return is scheduled for 9:30 p.m. and you will be driven back to the meeting point.

Breakfast at 2050 meters above sea level at Rifugio Las Vegas, in the heart of Alta Badia, overlooking the slopes and with panoramic views of the Dolomites. A’suggestive experience to start the day at altitude, enjoying breakfast in a’unique atmosphere, surrounded by the quiet of the mountains.

The hut is reached by motor sled, with two possible starting points: San Cassiano or Corvara. An exciting and comfortable way to experience the mountains in the early morning hours and enjoy a special moment at high altitude.

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 the Alpe di Siusi.

Entry is valid from 9:00 am to 8:30 pm. You can enjoy the heated panoramic swimming pool for the entire duration, while the saunas will be available from 14:00 to 20:30.

To offer you maximum comfort you will have access to several saunas including the panoramic sauna with a view directly of the Alps, Finnish sauna, biosauna and steam bath. 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.

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.

The InAlto è refuge is located on Col Margherita in Val di Fassa, at 2514 m asl, and offers stunning panoramic views of the Dolomites, including Marmolada, Mount Pelmo, Mount Civetta and the Pale di San Martino.

The refuge è can be reached by the Col Margherita cable car that connects it to the San Pellegrino Pass, the duration of which è is about 5 minutes. È it is also possible to get there on foot thanks to the numerous paths of easy or medium difficulty that provide a minimum of 1 hour and 45 minutes of walking if there is no snow.

There are two menù proposed menus, to which you can add wine and beverage accompaniment, called A spasso con Marco.

Menù tasting Walking in the Mountains

•    Legged liver terrine with red beet, sauerkraut and apples.
•    Risotto mortandela, purple cabbage and chamomile.
•    Pork chop with Dolomite beer, mustard purè and sprouts, or, Blanc de blancs baccalà, cream of leeks and potatoes with mountain Chardonnay.
•    Rose cake soft zabaglione cream.

Menù tasting Walking with the Chef

•    Menù surprise 6-course meal.

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