Val di Sole is also known as the water realm, which is a predominant element cascading throughout this area. The main place of interest is the valley floor, where the famous "Fiume Noce" river travels along its length, a paradise for water sports lovers. In the higher elevations sit the wonderful mountain lakes, such as Rotondo Lake, Corvo Lake, Marmot Lake and many others that owe their existance to the glacier movements thousands of years ago.

In the "Fiume Noce" river and the smaller streams you can also fish for several trout species, such as the brook and rainbow trout. Fishing licences are also required in order to fish, as well as a permit for foreign visitors, (information can be obtained at the tourist offices in the valley). In all there are 100 lakes in Val di Sole which means one can easily choose a lake a day, among fields and glaciers.

With the Stelvio National Park to the North and the Adamello Brenta Park to the south, more than 20,000 hectares of the Val Di Sole territory is a protected nature area, guaranteeing a truly pristine world for all visitors.
Visit the Stelvio National Park's website for further information and you can also check out the Adamello Brenta Nature Park.

Val di Sole is a perfect place for excursions and alpine itineraries with an infinite variety of landscapes and mountains that vary from an altitude of 700 m to 3700 m. There are three main mountain ranges that are part of the valley: the Ortless-Cevedale to the north, the Adamello-Presanella to the west and the Brenta Dolomities to the south-west. All trails have been blazed in red and white and the trail marker with the corresponding number is in black.

Nordic walking is the latest trend in power walking through the mountains that is quickly conquering the world. It is a new, revolutionary and scientific method of exercising among natural surroundings: Nordic walking is defined as fitness walking with specially designed poles. The result is a full body workout that uses 90% of the body's total muscle mass, without an excessive impact on the joints of the legs and feet, therefore reducing physical exertion by 30% and producing up to 46% increase in energy consumption compared to regular jogging. In Val di Sole you can find 4 areas dedicated to this sport, 250km of trails and routes, all marked, and instructors available to accompany you on your excursions.

The numerous mountain huts in Val di Sole usually remain open from June 20th to September 20th but these dates are subject to change due to the hut's location and weather conditions. It is best to call to find out the exact opening dates before starting off on your excursion.

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Getting about
A network of buses and local trains connect the towns of the valley to each other and also Val di Sole to the provincial capital, Trentino.

There isn’t a proper taxi service in Val di Sole charging taximeter fares, but it is possible to hire a car with a driver. Fares are calculated on a lump-sum basis depending on distance, route and time. There are no taxi stops and the service is to be asked to and agreed upon with the carriers themselves.

Using the Dolomiti Express (from the 26th of June to the 5th of September). Rent your bike for a whole day or for 5 hours of your choice and enjoy numerous cycling valley paths and trails, as well as taking advantage of the train, which is specially modified to carry 40 bikes on the Mostizzolo - Mezzana and return run.

You can also return your bike at a different point from where you hired it and return to your lodging using the train or bus available from the Trentino Trasporti in Val di Sole. Tickets are available for an entire day, for 5 hours of your choice between 8.30 a.m. and 7.30 p.m., as well as a “family” ticket. And if you take your bike from home, transportation costs only 1 Euro!

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There are many ways to truly enjoy the mountain during the winter and skiing is one of these: downhill skiing, cross country skiing and ski mountaineering. Various ways of skiing that all provide amazing fun!
Val di Sole offers numerous services for all those that ski: efficient ski schools, the possibility to rent the latest equipment and transportation that will allow you to easily reach the ski lifts and with the Superskirama Dolomiti Adamello Brenta ski pass you can ski on 380 km of runs!

Folgarida-Marilleva is a true paradise for alpine skiers and snowboarders. Because of the piste connection with Madonna di Campiglio, this large-scale ski region features a total of 120 km of slopes with a breathtaking view of the majestic Brenta Dolomites. Folgarida and Marilleva feature 27 quick, modern ski lifts and 32 slopes (including 50% light, 36% medium and 14% difficult) with a total of 50 kilometers of slopes! These two winter sports centres offer total ski enjoyment, with floodlit slopes for the evening skiing.

Val di Sole offers cross-country skiers everything they need: well-prepared runs for every style on a total of 55 km, waxing facilities, equipment rental agencies, changingrooms, places where you can refresh yourself, ski schools, and certified ski instructors for cross-country skiing technique at every level, from beginners to competition-level skiers.

For those that prefer the silence of the snow covered peaks and valleys rather than traditional ski slopes, then the mountains that surround Val di Sole are an authentic and vast outdoor gym for all those that enjoy ski mountaineering.

Getting around
In Val di Sole, during the entire winter season, an efficient shuttle service is provided which is FREE OF CHARGE. It connects the towns and villages of the valley with the major ski resorts, allowing you to ski in a new location every day without the stress of traffic jams and finding parking space.

Just 12 minutes from the center of Val di Sole directly to the heart of the skiing area Folgarida – Marilleva – Madonna di Campiglio: all thanks to the new 8-seater cabin lift from Daolasa which departs directly from the Daolasa – Commezzadura train station!