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

Enjoy an unforgettable sailing adventure on Lake Garda, starting from the town of Riva del Garda.

Whether you opt for a half-day or full-day trip, you will be accompanied by an experienced skipper who will guide you through the peculiarities of the lake, giving you the opportunity to relax and enjoy the beauty of the lake landscapes.

Half-day tour

With the half-day tour, you can depart from Riva del Garda and immerse yourself in a sailing experience that will take you along the crystal-clear waters of the lake. Along the way, you will have the opportunity to admire the Ponale Falls and swim in the lake's enchanting coves. This trip is ideal for those who want a brief taste of the beauty of Lake Garda. The tour lasts 4 hours.

Full-day tour

The day tour allows you to spend more time discovering the wonders of the Lake: you can explore its islands, waterfalls, and hidden beaches while listening to the valuable information the experienced skipper will provide. The tour lasts 8 hours.

Book a horseback ride in the Giudicarie forests, an experience in which the trails are on a loop route, characterized by ups and downs. You'll pass through villages, including Rango, one of the most beautiful in Italy; forests; fields; and country roads.

The view is of the outer judicature surrounded by the Dolomites.

The horseback ride is an activity suitable for both experts and beginners 14 years and older.

Sunset aperitif sailing on Lake Garda will allow you to enjoy a romantic and evocative experience.

This event is ideal for celebrating an anniversary, birthday or simply to surprise someone with a special gift, offering a relaxing atmosphere that will make your moment unforgettable.

Departure is scheduled from Riva del Garda at 6 p.m., guaranteeing a view of the sunset over the lake. The return is scheduled for 9:30 pm, allowing you to enjoy the lake in its evening hours. Throughout the experience, you will be accompanied by an experienced skipper who will make your trip carefree and full of curiosity.

The aperitif on board the sailboat will consist of prosecco, chips, fresh water, juices and a variety of soft drinks. This will allow all participants' tastes to be satisfied.

The boat can accommodate up to 11 people, but smaller boats are available for couples or smaller groups.

Thanks to the organization of the self-guided vespa tour with rental on Lake Garda, you will be suggested a specific route that you can follow (also useful to avoid traffic), with many stops organized in local places, where you will have a reserved seat and special treatment.

By renting the Vespa you will be able to visit the most spectacular viewpoints of Lake Garda in only 5-6 hours! The route is over 50 km, starting from Salò or Riva del Garda and will allow you to explore the most beautiful part of the coast and see the lake from the most impressive perspectives. The Vespa ride will give you the opportunity to:

•    See one of the most beautiful roads in Italy and the world: the Forra road
•    Have views of the lake from a height of over 350 meters
•    Taste excellent cheeses and cold cuts from the Tremosine area
•    Taking a ride along the most picturesque stretch of coastline
•    Stroll along the spectacular Garda Cycle Route, suspended above the lake

Details:

•    Starting point: Riva del Garda/ Salò/ Torbole/ Malcesine/ Moniga del Garda
•    Distance: over 50 km
•    Duration: 6 hours (including about 1-2 hours on the scooter)

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.

Walking in the woods in Val di Sole, suitable for beginners. The horseback ride è always organized in the company of a horseback riding guide.

1-hour ride

Leaving from the riding school, we take the path that between forest and countryside will take us to the gates of the village of Pellizzano.

It’ a loop trail mainly at the 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 youà 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.

È it is possible to end the horseback riding experience with a delicious lunch at the farmhouse with a 4-course menu that includes an appetizer, a first course, a second course and a dessert and from which drinks are excluded.

Lunch is bookable only in one time slot per tour:

•    1-hour walk: 11 a.m.
•    2-hour walk: 10 a.m.

In the months of May and November, the lunch option is not available.

You will need to inform the facility directly of any allergies or special dietary needs.

Wine tasting at a Lake Como winery, with the opportunity to walk outdoors among the vineyards and production areas of a local farm.  

The tour includes the historic family-owned wineries and a tasting of 3 selected home-produced wines. The tastings are accompanied by platters of local cheeses and cured meats to enhance the flavors of the wines offered.

During the tour, you will have the opportunity to admire the beautiful views of the upper Lake Como's mountains.

The tour can be conducted in both Italian and English.

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.

Discover the Sorsasso Farm with a farm-to-table lunch or dinner overlooking Lake Como accompanied by a tasting of their own wine.

Lunch with tasting

For lunch with tasting the menù includes:

•    Mixed sliced meats and bruschetta
•    Homemade ravioli
•    Sagliere of local cheese with baked potatoes
•    Braschino (typical dessert)
•    Blueberry schnapps and coffee
•    3 wines, water and bread

Dinner with tasting

For the dinner with tasting the menù includes:

•    Mixed sliced meats and bruschetta
•    Homemade ravioli
•    Sliced meat with baked potatoes
•    Braschino (typical dessert)
•    Blueberry schnapps and coffee
•    3 wines, water and bread

In case of allergies or food intolerances you can contact the facility following the reservation.

Enjoy lunch or dinner with friends, family or couples.

The horseback ride at the pass in the pine forests of Valtellina starting from the resort of Albosaggia è perfect for admiring the alpine landscapes and getting in touch with nature. 

Initially, the guide will give a short introductory lesson on the approach to the horse, after which the walk will take place. Depending on the length of the walk, the route will vary in length.

During the walk, you will follow a path through the forest with ascents and descents, leading you to a breathtaking viewpoint. With a bit of luck you can also make a stop to eat some cherries from the tree, finally you will return to the riding school.

General Information:

•    It’ recommended to wear long pants and comfortable closed shoes (ankle boots or sneakers).
•    You should arrive on site about 15 minutes before the agreed upon time for the outing.
•    In case of bad weather, the walk will be postponed to another date agreed with the client.

The Agriturismo Stella Orobica in Albosaggia, in the province of Sondrio, offers simple yet attentive Valtellina cuisine with home-grown raw materials.

Immersed in nature, surrounded by farm animals, you can taste the most classic Valtellina cuisine or innovative reinterpretations but capable of enhancing the flavors of tradition. The ingredients are km0, coming from the farm'agriturismo's farm.

You can choose one of the two menù offered by the property, both also include water, house wine and coffeeè.

Menù basic

•    Antipasto: charcuterie board and sciatt.
•    First course: pizzoccheri.
•    Homemade dessert.

Menù complete

•    A la carte appetizer.
•    First a la carte.
•    A la carte second course.
•    Sweet a la carte.

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

In addition, from October to April it is possible to visit the animals present in the farm.

The horseback ride has its starting point at the riding stables, in Bormio, where you will find an experienced equestrian guide ready to explain how to use the horse's equipment and mount it safely.

The trail you will follow will be on asphalt and will take you through the green fields of Bormio ending in a forest and you will have a magnificent view of the mountains of Valtellina.

The walks can be booked in any season: in summer you will walk through green fields and in winter through snow and white landscapes. The duration is one hour.

Horseback riding in Bormio gives you a fairy-tale experience in the forests of Valtellina, surrounded by mountains and meadows that are green during summer and snow-covered during winter.

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.

Restaurant Schönblick in Fiè allo Sciliar, in the province of Bolzano, è is ready to welcome you for a dinner prepared with ingredients from carefully selected local producers.

The establishment offers a choice of two menù one consisting of 4 courses and one of 5, perfect for sampling traditional local dishes. For each menù it will be possible to choose whether or not to accompany the experience with a wine glass per course, able to enhance the flavors of the dishes.

The restaurant è can be easily reached by car and thanks to its location enjoys a breathtaking panoramic view of the valley.

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

The Malga Panna Restaurant, awarded since 1993 by the Michelin Guide, would like to host you for a dinner that will make you discover the tastes of the cuisine of Trentino and beyond thanks to the tasting menù prepared by the chef.

The restaurant is located in Moena, in the province of Trento, in the heart of the Fassa Valley and offers a beautiful view of the Conca di Moena and the Dolomites. From the town you canò reach the facility by car, è there is a stretch of road uphill but feasible for all cars.

The tasting menù proposed by the structure are two.

Menù Persuasion:

•    Small Welcome from the kitchen.
•    Trout, white butter, salad d’citrus.
•    Cavatelli, porcini, pink shrimp and parsley oil.
•    Rice, hazelnut and rosemary.
•    Hamburger with cotechino and truffle.
•    Cervo crusted with quinoa and strawberries.
•    Predessert.
•    White chocolate, raspberry and mojito.

Menù Alpine Flavors:

•    Small Welcome from the kitchen.
•    Rabbit, foie gras, bacon and tangerine.
•    Ramen with Garda scents.
•    Lamb with hay, roots and roasted dandelion.
•    Predessert.
•    Tiramisù caramelized forest.

Drinks are not included in the listed price and will be chosen and paid for on site.

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

The Rifugio Flora Alpina è is located in Falcade, on the San Pellegrino Pass, in the Belluno Dolomites on the border with South Tyrol. The location of the refuge allows easy access to the ski lifts San Pellegrino, but è it is also the starting point of numerous trails of varying difficulty.

The hotel restaurant offers you a 4-course tasting menù perfect to taste the dishes of the territory, prepared with ingredients carefully selected from local producers.

The lodge è also features an outdoor spa with sauna, hot tub and Sensorial Kneipp path. For those looking for a relaxing moment with a view of the Dolomites è it is possible to add admission before dinner. You will be provided with a bathrobe, sauna towel and slippers.

The hotel è has ample parking and is easily accessible by car both in winter and summer.

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

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.