Skiing in Val di Sole: 5 reasons to go there this winter

Before Christmas, those who love snow spend their evenings online looking for the right place to spend a few days in the mountains, chasing a solution that is affordable and that has all the snow, all the views and all the services you need. The answer to this search could be the Val di Sole.

It is located in Trentino, in the north-western part of the province between the Brenta Dolomites and the Adamello Ortles Group and is therefore among the closest destinations for those coming from the south on the Brenner motorway.

What it makes the difference and what makes it preferable is the very wide tourist offer that it manages to guarantee, also and above all by virtue of its position and its conformation. In fact, Val di Sole manages to satisfy every need for every type of snow enthusiast because it is extremely long: between the two extremes – from Bozzana at Passo del Tonale – are over there 40 km and 1200 meters in altitude. So it can be chosen by those who prefer to stay at lower altitudes (Dimaro, the most important town, is located at 766 meters above sea level) and by those who love great heights.

It goes without saying that the most popular villages for those who come to Val di Sole for a few days on the snow are those close to the ski lifts – therefore Commezzadura, Pejo and especially Marilleva And Folgaridain addition of course to the Tonale pass. Similarly, the choice of apartments, bed&breakfasts and hotels is also very extensive: the Kristiania in Pejothe Tevini in Commezzadura and it Chalet al Foss in Vermiglio they are four-star superior that offer a surprising level of hospitality but are also found in the same towns apartments really nice and affordable for young students on their first ski holiday of their life.

That said, it wasn’t enough, there are at least others five fundamental reasons why Val di Sole should be taken into consideration for this winter. Here they are.

1 It’s cheaper than Campiglio, but you (also) ski in Campiglio

Those who are looking for a way to save money can start to get excited. To ski on the slopes of Campiglio – from 3-Three where the World Cup slalom is held at Grostè – you can stay in Val di Sole because the ski lifts of Folgarida, Marilleva and Daolasa (which can also be reached by train) therefore give access to all the slopes of the Brenta. The ski pass of Skirama Dolomites that unites them covers well 150 km of slopes and can also be discounted: the online purchase allows the practice of the so-called «dynamic price»: the higher the advance with which you buy the day pass, the lower the price will be.

2 There is always snow at Tonale

Great ski enthusiasts know the Tonale pass, a ski area right on the border between Val di Sole in Trentino and Val Camonica in Lombardy where there is a single ski pass. Those who want to ski quieter stay in the Pass area at an altitude of 1800 metres, going down to Ponte di Legno with an infinite descent. The real thrills are experienced on the Presena Glacier, where you go up to 3000 del Panorama 3000 Glaciera very modern refuge from which you can have the most suggestive 360 ​​degree view.

3 Skiing on the legendary Val del Mite, 8 km and 1,400 meters in altitude

An alternative day? Skiing on the legendary Val del Mite slopefrom Pejo, 8 kilometers uninterruptedi from an altitude of 3000 to down, on 1,400 meters in altitude. It is only in the sun until lunchtime and is a must try at least once in your life. Tracks like this can be counted on the fingers of one hand in Italy. In the afternoon, however, you can relax in the wellness area Baths of Pejo, perhaps opting for a relaxing massage. An experience you will remember for a long time.

4 You can eat great Trentino cuisine in the great refuges

Perhaps for some the flavors of Val di Sole will be a surprise. The great cooking experts, on the other hand, are well aware of the way in which the strong and rustic flavors of the mountains here are combined with the elegant and delicate ones of the refined cuisine. The average quality of the chefs in the restaurants at the bottom of the valley but also in the refuges at high altitudes is very high and meets the expectations of those accustomed to the highest Alpine standards. To try The Toldi Court in Terzolas (already winner of an episode of “4 Restaurants” with Alessandro Borghese) where you dine with the Pepa Chijauda, a focaccia with cabbage, local mountain cheese and cotechino. OR The Malga Stablasolo, which can be reached by snowmobile. The local menu wants i risotto creamed with beerpotato pies and baked ribs.

5 It’s beautiful even without skiing

Shopping in the markets and illuminated shops of the villages. Infinite apres-ski in the refuges and clubs. Walks on the beaten snow along the Noce river which descends to the valley and enters the Adige or excursions with snowshoes up to the mountain huts. Cross-country skiing – there are five specialized centers in the valley – and ski mountaineering. And since this is summer the most famous valley in Italy for mountain biking and to do rafting, why not try their winter versions too? Many rentals (for example the Centro Bike of Daolasa) rent pedal assisted fatbikes while the Rafting Center of Dimaroby far Italy’s number one, tries every winter to take out the rafts on the river if the water conditions are ideal.