During the warm season, Val di Sole offers a wide variety of fun-full activities and interests for people of all ages. Everything from sports, to high adventure and excursion, to relaxation in our breathtaking settings.
In this section we wish to outline the many activities available. For further information, please contact our Box Office or visit the Tourism Board Offices in Folgarida and/or Dimano as well as the website www.valdisole.net
SPORT, LEISURE AND CULTURAL ACTIVITIES in Val di Sole
- ESCURSIONS
- TREKKING
- BICYCLE TOURS
- RAFTING and CANOE
- EXTREME ADVENTURE
- PARCS AND SPORT CENTRES
- ARTS and CULTURE
EXCURSIONS in Val di Sole
Following are 3 suggested itineraries, easy and accessibile to all, that will take to place that are really worth visiting.
MALE' - PARCO REGAZZINI - PINE FOREST – REST STOP
Difficulty Rating: Easy- Class Tourism
From the Residence go to Dimaro (800 metres) and take the cycling track in direction Malé (approximately 3km) walking along the fresh riverside of the Noce River. Cross the bridge and, on the right side, you will arrive at Localià Molini (The Mills). A gentle up slop will take you to the Flying PARK Pine Forest Baita (Cabin) Regazzini.
The place can also be reached by car or bike.
Your children will enjoy a fully equipped tree climbing park. Assisted by qualified instructors, children of all ages and adults will take a tour to the top of the trees and enjoy a breathtaking view.
# Time of excursion (including return trip to the Residence): 2 hours (15 minutes by car)
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# Time of excursion (including return trip to the Residence):2 hours (15 minutes by car)
VAL DI RABBI - SAENT WATER FALLS
DIFFICOLTA': Easy - Class Excursionist
This excursion begins at the entry of the Stelvio National Park, accessible from the Val di Rabbi Parking del Coler (1380 meters above the sea level).
By car, from the Residence, take the State Road towards Malè and drive through the town. At the roundabout follow the indication for Val di Rabbi.
This drive will take from 15 to 20 minutes.
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# Time of the excursion: 2 hours
FAZZON - THE DEERS LAKE (Lago dei Caprioli)
DIFFICOLTA': Easy - Class Excursionis
By car, from the Residence , drive to Dimaro and then take the State Road towards Tonale. Arrive at località Fazzon and follow the indication for Lago dei Caprioli. Pay attention to the last portion of the road, which is extremely narrow. You will arrive at a marvelous plateau surrounded by the mountains. Here you can admire some beautiful “maso” rural buildings.
Leave the car at the pay parking and follow the path to and around the Lake.
# Time of the excursion: approximately 30 minutes
OTHER RECOMMENDED EXCURSION
FOLGARIDA - MALGA DIMARO - LAGO/Lake DELLE MALGHETTE
- FOLGARIDA - MALGHET AUT - MONTEVIGO Rifugio Orso Bruno/The Brown Bear Shelter
- FOLGARIDA - VAL MELEDRIO - Pont Pastin Cascate del Pison/Pison Water Falls
- BONETEI - VAL MELEDRIO - Calcara (Natural Park Adamello-Brenta)
- SAMOCLEVO -La Rocca/The Rock
- OSSANA - Castello/The Caslte - Malga Valpiana – Cascate/Water Falls “Sas Pisador”
- TONALE - Ghiacciaio/Glacier PRESENA
TREKKING
The Val di Sole is a exceptional location for hiking and high-altitude Alpine tours in the midst of an exciting landscape of enormous natural beauty. The elevation varies from 700 meters above sea-level in the valley to 3,700 meters at the highest summits.
The three most important mountain groups which surround the valley are the Ortles -Cevedale Group in the north, the Adamello - Presanella in the west and the Brenta Dolomites in the southwest.
You’ll find not only tours with different levels of difficulty and face-climbing opportunities, panoramic trails amongst majestic mountain tops and giant glaciers, but also exciting trekking tours on simple and yet fascinating nature study paths.
ALL information on Val di Sole’s paths, itineraries, lakes and mountain shelters
can be found HERE
RECCOMMENDED ITINERARY
Departs from Malga Mare in Val di Pejo, arrives at the shelter Rifugio Cevedale, continues on the Glaciers’s Route, encounters the Lago Nero (The Black Lake) crosses the Dam (Diga del Careser) end returns on the opposite side of the Dam.
Time of the excursion: 5/6 hours on foot.
You’ll cross small streams, wooden bridges, you’ll come across trails, rocks and stones until the Rifugio Cevedale (2608 meters above the seal level) were you can stop for a rest while admiring the majesty of the glacier. Following the indications for the Via dei Ghiacci you will discover many alpine lakes along the way such as Lago Nero.
Keep your eyes peeled and remain in silence, and you may hear the whistle and sight the marmots.
With simple yet breathtaking crossings, you will reach the northern bound of the Diga Careser. Cross the dam and begin your downhill return to the Malga Mare parking.
Make sure you check the weather forecast the day before leaving for this excursion and always bring a fleece outerwear, a jacket, spare shoes and socks.
And do not forget your binoculars and camera!
IT'S VERY EASY TO REACH THE HEIGHTS!
Everyone can easily reach the heights and admire the panoramas with the following summer lift facilities:
Folgarida (1300)- Malghet Aut (1856) | Cable car
Marilleva (1400) - Malga Panciana (1882) | Cable car
Pejo (1400) - Tarlenta (2000) | Cable Car
Tarlenta (2000) - Rif Doss dei Ghembri (2315) | Chair Lift
Passo Tonale (1885) - Passo Paradiso (2587) | Cable car
Passo Paradiso (2587) - Presena (2730) | Chair Lift
Campiglio - Grostè
Campiglio - Spinale
Campiglio - Pradalago
Tonale - Presena
BICYCLE TOURS in Val di Sole
The bicycle is an ideal way to explore the many cultural and geographic beauties of our Valley.
The cycling track unfolds for 35 kilometers and mainly runs along the course of the Noce river, following the track of former country roads, byroads and river bank lanes. It begins in Mostizzolo at an elevation of approximately 600 meters above sea-level and ends in Val di Peio, at Cogolo at an altitude of 1160 meters.
All route information, with detailed description and technical data, such as altimetry, cycling time, etc. can be found on the Val Di Sole official website (CLICK HERE )
Don’t forget that that you can take advantage of the DOLOMITI EXPRESS (Bike Rental + Train). More information available HERE
The Cycling Track
For visiting the many villages of our Valley, there are many bike rentals stores where you can also rent bike seats for your children.
From Mostizzolo to Bozzana
This stretch is almost entirely at level land. The track begins from the bridge that sets the border with the Val di Non Valley and follows the trail of an ancient medieval road on the side of the Noce River. In the surroundings of Bozzana there is a rest area with a bench, tables, barbecue facilities and toilets.
From Bozzana to Malè
An easy stretch, however more difficult compared to the previous one, due to the presence of several uphill tracts. You will cycle through orchards, admiring the Castle in Caldes and the Fortress of Samoclevo, crossing green fields an the typical rural buildings up to the Mills of Terzolas. Here is the spot where the torrent Rabbies runs into the river Noce. Continuing on the track, your will arrive in Località Molini near the bridge that connects Malè to S. Biagio. In Malè, the main centre of Val di Sole, you will also find assistance and maintenance services for your bicycle.
From Malè to Dimaro
A wonderful and easy ride throughout endless prairies and along the River Noce.
From Dimaro to Mezzana
This stretch of track is not easy to identify as it is fragmented and linked by State and local roads. The cycle track continues along the River Noce where you can watch the many inflatable rafting boats; in this area there are two major Adventure Sports Centres. Once arrived in Mezzana you will find on your left side the sky resort Marilleva 900, while kayaks experience the fury of the Noce River.
From Mezzana to Ossana
At this point the Valley’s morphology and look changes: from the Sports Centre up to the Horseback Riding Centre, you will bike through typically Alpine areas and conifer forests. Close to Pellizzano you will encounter a ski jumping ramp and a large area often used as a landing point for hang-gliders and parasails.
Reaching Ossana will you catch sight of the heights of the Alpine Ortles - Cevedale group in Val di Pejo. Not to miss a visit to the ruins of the Castle of Ossana as well a pleasant and well indicated track to the Deer’s Lake
From Ossana to Cogolo
This stretch is recommended for experienced bikers due to ongoing up hills and particularly along the return route which is entirely downhill.
AND DON’T FORGET THE DOLOMITI EXPRESS
If you’re tired of biking, you can return your bike at a different point from where you hired it and return using the train.
Othewise you can use the formula Bike+Train.
RAFTING , CANOE, KAYAK, HIDROSPEED in Val di Sole
RAFTING is a fun-full activity for everybody to enjoy.
The Rafting Instructors will decide which portion of the 28 navigable kilometers of the Noce River you will be able to descend, according to your personal capabilities and physical fitness. You can experience a white water rafting adventure in the roaring waters or in calmer waters of the river, or simply enjoy watching the others.
The CANOE and HYDROSPEEDare extremely exciting sports that require some physical attitude and a mandatory training course that can be taken at any of the
5 Adventure Sport Centers of the Valley
- EURORAFTING
- Cusiano di Ossana - c/o Centro Sportivo
- >tel. 0463.751201 - fax 0463.751201 - cell. 335.7596323
- www.eurorafting.com - info@eurorafting.com
- EXTREME WAVES CENTRO RAFTING e MULTISPORT
- Mestriago di Commezzadura - c/o bar Bucaneve
- www.extremewaves.it - extreme.adventure@tin.it
- RAFTING CENTER VAL DI SOLE
- Dimaro - Via Gole, 108
- Tel. 0463.973278 - fax 0463.973200
- www.raftingcenter.it - info@raftingcenter.it
- CHILI RAFTING
- Croviana - Via de le Ovene, 1
- Tel. 338.4093109
- www.chilirafting.it - info@chilirafting.it
- XRAFTINGVALDISOLE
- Caldes c/o Centro Sportivo - Loc. Contre
- Tel. 0463.902990 Fax: 0463.902990 cell. 347.7448137
- www.raftingvaldisole.it - info@raftingvaldisole.it
ENJOY THE VAL DI SOLE Video published by the Tourism Board (www.valdisole.net)
SPORT EXTREME ADVENTURE in Val di Sole
CANYONING
A thrilling sport that combines passion for water and mountain climbing techniques, that involves descending by rope and body harness, along the course of torrents
ROPES & TARZANING
Ability and attention are required for this sport: you’ll experience flying passages, suspension bridges and canyon crossing, swaying from a rope like Tarzan (hence the name of this sport). .
FREE CLIMBING
Val di Sole has many natural free climbing rock faces, such as Passo Paradiso (Tonale) as well as indoor gyms, like the newly built Pala Climbing in Mezzana
QUAD EXCURSION
With the aid of expert guides who will evaluate your driving skills, you’ll be accompanied through tracks and valleys to admire our breathtaking views.
VAL DI SOLE HAS "FIVE" ADVENTURE SPORT CENTRES
- EURORAFTING
- Cusiano di Ossana - c/o Sport Centre
- >tel. 0463.751201 - fax 0463.751201 - cell. 335.7596323
- www.eurorafting.com - info@eurorafting.com
- EXTREME WAVES CENTRO RAFTING e MULTISPORT
- Mestriago di Commezzadura - c/o bar Bucaneve
- www.extremewaves.it - extreme.adventure@tin.it
- RAFTING CENTER VAL DI SOLE
- Dimaro - Via Gole, 108
- Tel. 0463.973278 - fax 0463.973200
- www.raftingcenter.it - info@raftingcenter.it
- CHILI RAFTING
- Croviana - Via de le Ovene, 1
- Tel. 338.4093109
- www.chilirafting.it - info@chilirafting.it
- XRAFTINGVALDISOLE
- Caldes c/o Centro Sportivo - Loc. Contre
- Tel. 0463.902990 Fax: 0463.902990 cell. 347.7448137
- www.raftingvaldisole.it - info@raftingvaldisole.it
PARCS AND SPORT CENTRES in Val di Sole
Playgrounds and Equipped Parks, You’ll be surprised by the care, the quality of the materials (all in wood) and the maintenance of our playgrounds in Val di Sole.
Only in the town of Dimaro we have two large playgrounds, one in the centre of the town and the other on its northern side.
In Monclassico, just 3 kilometres from Dimaro, you can enjoy the Blue and the Green of the waters of our BioLake and swim in the summer season.
You can excercise in the many gyms and sport centers of the Val di Sole, close to our Residence in the town of Dimaro, as well as in Mezzana, Pejo, Rabbi, Vermiglio and Croviana
Horseback Riding The ranch is wonderfully located along the cycling track near Pellizzano. The centre offers beginners’ and advanced courses and organizes amazing trail rides.
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Centro Equitazione Alpina "Val di Sole" -
Frazione: Loc. Pressenago - Pellizzano
Tel.338 6078681 - Fax 0463 751552
ARTE E CULTURA in Val di Sole
Arts and Culture
Due to its geographical position, the Val di Sole has always been a frontier land. A land of war and conquests, heroism and grief, that bears the signs of its cultural heritage and the footprints of those who lived, conquered or simply passed through this land.
The Celts, the Romans, the Franks and the Austro-Hungarians, the two World Wars: with so much history as a background, Val di Sole treasures rural buildings, strongholds, castles, palaces and churches, where sometimes you find real "hidden jewels".
Following are a few sightseeing suggestions. Do not hesitate to ask for further information.
Malè - The cradle of the valley,The historical centre, The Church and The Museum.
Samoclevo - The fortress
Tonale - Fort Strino – The Glacier
Ossana - The Castle
Pejo - The Thermal Springs, Museum, Royal Eagle, Vioz
Caldes - The Castle
Pian Palu - The Dam – The Small Fort
Cusiano - The cicoria cycle of St. Mary Magdalene
Croviana - The "Decime" and the old medieval town






















