10 things to do in winter in Pinzolo
A holiday packed with skiing, walks, and relaxation in the Adamello Brenta Park
Between the Brenta Dolomites and the Adamello Group, Pinzolo is a mountain village which, despite an altitude of just 800 metres, is well served with ski lifts directly from the town to the slopes.
If you love to ski, Pinzolo is a destination that won’t let you down. The Madonna di Campiglio – Pinzolo – Folgarida – Marilleva ski area, which is part of the Skirama Dolomiti Adamello Brenta ski park, offers 156 km of interconnected slopes. What’s more, it takes just 15 minutes to reach the slopes of Madonna di Campiglio from Pinzolo, thanks to the Pinzolo-Campiglio Express cable car.
If you prefer the peace of the woods to the thrill of the descent, there are lots of opportunities to try cross-country skiing or a relaxing walk in the snow around Pinzolo. Here, you’re within the Adamello Brenta Nature Park, the perfect place to relax, unplug, and breathe in the fresh air of the forest.
And after a day in the snow, you can stroll the streets in the centre of Pinzolo, amid boutiques and bars for aperitifs, gradually making your way to the main piazza where celebrations, evening entertainment, and traditional Christmas Markets are all held.
Below, you’ll find a short list of 10 things to do in Pinzolo in winter!
Ski at one of the top ski parks
Pinzolo is part of the Skirama Dolomiti Adamello Brenta ski park. Inside the park, a single ski pass allows you to ski on 380 km of slopes and reach 8 resorts, thanks to 150 ski lifts.
Ski in Trentino’s largest ski area
Pinzolo is part of the Pinzolo-Campiglio-Folgarida-Marilleva ski area. A single ski pass gives you access to 61 fast, modern ski lifts covering the entire ski area. You can cover 156 km of slopes without ever taking your skis off.
Ski on the DoloMitica slope
The DoloMitica slope is a must for anyone who loves to ski! The crowning jewel of the entire Pinzolo-Campiglio-Folgarida-Marilleva ski area, the trail starts at the peak of Doss del Sabion and makes its way down to the valley along two routes, the Star and the Tour.
Have fun at the Brenta Park in Pinzolo
The Brenta Park in Pinzolo is the place to go for snowboarding and freestyling. It’s located in the stunning Busa di Grual, at the foot of the Grual black slope, accessible via the Grual four-seater chairlift.
Ski at the Carisolo cross-country centre
The Carisolo cross-country centre, which is 3 km long and extremely close to Pinzolo, starts at the edge of Val Genova and makes its way along the Sarca over snowy meadows, between the rural buildings on the outskirts of Carisolo.
Stroll through the Adamello Brenta Nature Park
In the Adamello Brenta Nature Park, a UNESCO Global Geopark and Trentino’s vastest protected area, you’ll find an unspoilt, silent environment. In winter, the accessibility of trails is limited. We recommend letting the Park experts guide you.
Relax in a wellness temple
The Lefay Spa Dolomiti, spread out over four floors, with a view of the woods and mountains, is one of the largest and most luxurious spas in the entire Alpine range. You can choose between a wide range of energetic therapeutic treatments to rejuvenate body and mind.
Ice skate at the Palaghiaccio in Pinzolo
For a few hours of guaranteed entertainment, you can skate on ice at Pinzolo’s Palaghiaccio, an indoor facility with an Olympic rink that also hosts international figure skating, ice hockey, and short track events.
Visit the town centre
In the centre of Pinzolo, a little piazza hosts Christmas Markets, while the streets bustle with locals and tourists alike. Don’t miss the Chiesa di San Vigilio, the Moleta Monument, the Guide Alpine Monument and the paintings by local artist Trenti.
See the great fresco by Baschenis
The façade of the Chiesa di San Vigilio in Pinzolo is frescoed with the famous Danza Macabra or Dance of Death from the 1500s, created by Simone Baschenis. Forty skeletons bring a sobering message of death to the symbols of power and the vanity of social values in medieval times.
