More than just skiing

Even people who are not that keen on sport have discovered the pleasure of excursions in the winter woods on snowshoes. 

The old wooden “craspe” or “ciaspole”, as they are called in Italian, with string bindings, have now been replaced by modern, lightweight versions in metal or plastic that are done up like standard ski boots. Learning how to use them is really easy, so even children will fall in love with this sport which allows you not only to partake in pleasant strolls, but also to perform jumps, dives and somersaults in powdery snow.

Every day, the Alpine guides organise excursions to the most beautiful areas: the Colbricon Lakes on the trail of prehistoric hunters, the plateau of the Pala mountain range in a fascinating atmosphere created by the “sea of snow”, the Piani della Cavallazza which is the kingdom of the chamois, the magical Val Venegia, and hiking trail of the “Cristo Pensante” on Mount Castellaz.

Cost:
€ 30 all day, € 20 half day, € 15 excursions at sunset or in the evenings, including snowshoe hire and poles, plus the services of an Alpine guide. Any charges for using ski lifts are borne by the participants.

Info and booking:
Alpine Guides office (c/o Tourist Office San Martino di Castrozza)
open every day from 5.00 pm to 6.30 pm, tel. +39 0439 768795 Cell. +39 342 9813212

Excursions starting from Fiera di Primiero
Itineraries to be agreed directly with the Alpine Guides.
Alpine Guides Fiera di Primiero, tel. +39 347 9929755.

San Martino di Castrozza
A short course held by the Alpine guides to learn the basic notions of snow cover and avalanche rescue techniques. You will learn how to safely tackle winter activities in the mountains - snowshoeing, ski mountaineering and freeriding.

When: every Monday, from 2pm to 6pm.
Cost: € 40.00
Info and bookings: Alpine Guides tel. +39 328 8743739 - +39 0439 768795.

Crampons underfoot and ice axes in hand, experience the thrill and adrenaline of climbing icefalls, all guaranteed by the safety you'll get from a mountain guide.

Sunset snowmobile ride through the woods of the Alpe Tognola, the bracing air, and the moon lighting up the winter landscape reflected on the snow are all the ingredients you need to enjoy an aperitif under a magnificent starry sky.


When: every Wednesday 5.30 p.m. - 6.30 p.m. In the event of adverse weather conditions, an alternative day will be made available. Also available on other days of the week for groups of a minimum of 12 people.

San Martino di Castrozza - Prà delle Nasse

San Martino di Castrozza

Skating on ice has always been a favourite for young and old, and fun is guaranteed!

Paneveggio
Short nature walk in Paneveggio, a place known all over the world for the forest from which a precious wood is obtained to build the best musical instruments. Following a short path, you will reach a thrilling suspension bridge over the gorge of the Travignolo stream and continue with a visit to the wildlife area of the deer, the Park’s symbolic animal, to be able to see it up close and learn about its habits and biology.

Vanoi Valley
Discovering small lights, i.e. small local excellences, that illuminate winter in the Vanoi Valley, among balls of wool, candles, objects of the ancient rural tradition, local products and fairy tales. 

Mezzano - Primiero Valley

Do you know how a cheese is made and how best to enjoy it? There is no better way than to find out by visiting our cheese factory. Following the path of the milk delivered by our breeder members, you will see where the cheese comes to life, between amidst boilers, vats and cheese hoops, and then enter the rooms where our excellent cheeses mature, developing taste and aroma. Finally, together with a qualified taster, you will have a narrated tasting of our cheeses in order to better appreciate them.

Mezzano
Guided tour of the award-winning BioNoc’ craft brewery in Mezzano. You will be accompanied by Fabio who will introduce you to the secrets of brewing techniques. You will have the opportunity to taste the famous beers produced exclusively in Primiero.

When: from Monday to Friday at 5pm. Saturady and Sunday at 4.15pm.

Information: by reservation only at the site www.visitabirrificio.it, tel. +39 329 6086570

San Martino di Castrozza

What could be nicer than taking home a little piece of Trentino? In the company of chef Gianmario you can learn the tricks of the trade to prepare excellent typical dishes, final tasting included!

San Martino di Castrozza
If you want to find out how the ski slopes of the Alpe Tognola resort are prepared every night, don’t miss out on this “snow cat” fact-finding adventure!

When:every day at 4.30pm, duration approx. 1 hour.

An unmissable experience to see what goes on behind the scenes of a ski resort. Discover the secrets of the trade and answer a wide range of questions about ski lifts and slopes.We will start the tour with a visit to the snowmaking system, then we will understand the workings of the automatic snow machines and cable cars. Finally, we will take a closer look at the snow cats!

A different way to spend a nice afternoon all together? A trip on board the Troika, the ancient horse-drawn sleigh! Protected by warm woollen blankets, you can visit the most curious corners of the Primiero villages or explore the uncontaminated nature of the Natural Park, entering the silence of the snowy forests of Val Canali. Your travelling companions will be the marvellous Pale di San Martino, ready to give you fairytale moments!

Punta Ces, Alpe Tognola, Cima Rosetta
Fly over the ski runs, and near the most beautiful mountains, the Dolomites!! Finish your day on the ski returning home with the parachute and the ski on your feet. If you don’t ski, no worries, a little run-up and you will fly free as an eagle!

When:every day, only on reservation

Every Monday morning a special promotion awaits you for venturing along the marmot path, a simple snowy route that crosses Alpe Tognola. Around us the Pale di San Martino and the Lagorai chain, to start the week off on the right foot! 

The magic of sunset over the Pale di San Martino and a tasty homemade snack.The sunset in the Dolomites, also known as Enrosadira, is not simply a moment. It is a white anticipation, a crescendo of emotions, an explosion of colours from yellow to pink, making you feel at one with the wonder that surrounds you. It is a state of mind, that of enchantment even though you may have seen it a thousand times before, for which there is no cold that holds, because it would be worth it anyway. If we then add the snow covering the landscape and a wow snack based on local products, traditional sweets and tasty chopping boards paired with craft beers, Trentino wines or a warm herbal tea, you have everything you need to experience one of the greatest emotions that these peaks can give you.

San Martino di Castrozza - Passo Rolle

San Martino di Castrozza

Primiero San Martino di Castrozza

Primiero San Martino di Castrozza

Sledges and bob sleighs on the snow have always been popular with children of all ages!
There are fun, well-equipped areas, reserved for bob sleighs, sledges and inflatables, on which to slide down specially designed slopes!

SAN MARTINO DI CASTROZZA:

• NassePark at the Pra’ delle Nasse ski lifts.
  When: open every day from 9am to 5pm. Info tel. +39 347 6490518
• Alpe Tognola at the Baby-Tognola ski lift.
  When: open every day from 9.30am to 3.30pm. Info tel. +39 348 6781669
• Malga Civertaghe on a natural trail
  When: open every day. Info tel. +39 340 8711861

PASSO ROLLE:

• New fun-filled bob sleigh and sledge track over 400 m long, can be reached by the Cimon chairlift. Sledges can be hired at the two ski rental shops on the pass and tickets for the chairlift can be bought at the ski pass kiosk in front of the hotel Venezia. Ride up on the chairlift and zoom back down on the specially designed track!
  When:  open every day from 8.30am to 4pm. Info tel. +39  0439 68505

PASSO CEREDA:

• Cereda Natural Park at Passo Cereda (near the ski slopes).
  When: for days and opening hours, call tel. +39 3471329549



Children from three years of age upwards can have fun on the snow or inside one of the special covered areas dedicated to them. Accompanied by a team of entertainers, they will enter an enchanted world of toys, laughter and fun.

KINDERLAND ALPE DELLE MARMOTTE at Alpe Tognola.
When: every day from 9.30am to 3.30pm.
Lunch available on request in the company of the entertainers.
Cost: 1 hour € 10,00, facilitations from the second hour onwards
Info: tel. +39 348 6781669

From 12 January to 29 March 2024. Every Friday at 15.30 Shuttle Service departing from Pian Dei Casoni (Val Venegia) to Passo Rolle and San Martino di Castrozza.