A green oasis in Trentino
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A green oasis in Trentino
Val di Sole towards the Tonale Pass A green oasis in Trentino Cascata del Pison - Val Meledrio The water realm Amidst the Brenta Dolomites, the Adamello Massif, the Presanella Massif, the Ortles-Cevedale Group, and the Maddalene Range, the Val di Sole (“Valley of the Sun”) lies with its 50 summits over 3,000 meters high, its glaciers and ruddy promontories. Val di Sole is truly a green oasis in the northwest of Trentino, between Lake Garda and South Tyrol. More than a third of the valley is under nature protection: The Stelvio National Park in the north, and the Adamello-Brenta Nature Park in the south. A real pearl of the Alps, with countless options for hiking and sports activities for every taste: From sports disciplines requiring a high level of physical fitness, all the way to adrenaline-charged activities like rafting, hydrospeed, canyoning, mountain climbing, etc. But that’s not everything! Val di Sole also features a welldistributed network of hotels, B&B, vacation apartments, camping sites and Alpine huts. Thus, every individual taste and style of vacationing is satisfied. You can be sure of a really pleasant holiday, where every day is a new day of discovery. Mountain huts in Val di Rabbi Lago Nero - Val di Peio Water is another predominant element in Val di Sole, cascading throughout the entire valley. The primary place of interest is the valley floor, where the famous river “Fiume Noce” travels along its length, a paradise for water sports lovers. The Noce is continually met by the small torrents and streams which fall from the great heights on either side, their pure waters merging with that of the greater river. In the higher elevations sit the wonderful mountain lakes, such as Rotondo Lake, Corvo Lake, The Marmot Lake and many others that all owe their existence to the glacier movements thousands of years ago. The year-long snow and ice deposits on the highest mountain peaks are crucial for the flow of water, for life in general and for the sustainability of the natural environment. In the Noce River and the smaller streams such as The Vermigliana, The Meledrio, and The Rabbies, as well as in the numerous lakes, one can fish several trout species such as the brook and rainbow trout. Fishing licenses are required in order to fish as well as a permit for foreign visitors, (information can be obtained from the tourist offices in the valley), and the ticket that can be purchased from various authorized points in the valley. The water that flows from Val di Sole is particularly well known for its therapeutic properties. From the peaks of the Ortles–Cevedale mountain chain, in the heart of the Stelvio National Park, spring the waters which are used by the historic Thermal spas in Peio and Rabbi. 3 Lago dei Caprioli - Fazzon Laghetti di Strino - Vermiglio Rhododendrums Lago delle Malghette among the Brenta Dolomites A lake a day, among fields and glaciers Lago Quarto – Val di Rabbi An abundance of fresh water! The alpine lakes Val di Sole has a rich and unique abundance of water, with a multitude of lakes and springs that embellish this spectacular landscape. There are in fact almost 100 lakes, a great number indeed when you consider that there are 297 lakes in the whole Trentino region. The total surface area of the lakes in Val di Sole are equal to less than a single square kilometer, (78.4 hectares). Together, all of the lakes in Trentino occupy 35 square kilometers. Most of the lakes are small enclosures of water, but they are of course always fascinating. A large number of the lakes are found among the Ortles – Cevedale mountain chain, between the Peio and Rabbi valleys in the Stelvio National Park. The titanic glacial forces, present both at high altitudes and in the lower part of the valleys, have left these lustrous blue pearls for us to enjoy. In many cases there are little strings of lakes, such as at the foot of the Monticelli mountain chain and at Strìno (Tonàle), Montózzo (higher part of Val del Monte, Pèio), Corvo Lake and Sternài (Val di Rabbi). The lakes represent one of the most important features of Val di Sole, the most important being: Presena Lakes (2.180m): reachable from the Tonale Pass with the Paradiso cabin-lift. Val Strino and Montozzo Lakes (2.600-2.800m): scene of the Great War. From Barco Lake (1.904m) in a forested enclosure to Venezia Lake (2.050m) with a view of the Presanella. Fazzon Lake (1.300m): a panoramic point reachable by car. Pian Palù Lake (1.830m): an artificial lake above Peio Fonti. Careser Lakes (2.460m): an interesting route to this lake in the Stelvio National Park. Sternai Lakes (2.480m): the glacial lakes near the Dorigoni mountain hut. Corvo Lake (2.460m): home of the rare and sought after rainbow trout. Rotondo Lake (2.424m): of volcanic origin, amongst the deepest in Trentino. Malghetto Lakes of Mezzana (2.039m): from Marilleva 1400 towards the Croz del Mezdì. (rock) Cima Vesa Lakes (2.200m): in the Maddalene mountain group. Mirrors of water among the mountains Cascate di Saent – Val di Rabbi What is a biolake? A biolake is much more than just a swimming pool: it is a natural and eco-sustainable swimming area where aquatic plants purify the water instead of chemicals such as chlorine. The principle method of purifying the water stems from an entirely natural biological method where plants and micro-organisms break down the nutrients in the water without the use of chemicals. The biolake in Monclassico The Monclassico biolake is made up of a swimming lake, (of around 500 m2 with a maximum depth of 3 meters), and an aquatic zone dedicated to aquatic plants, (oxygenating plants, shade plants, primrose, equisetum, phragmites, water lilies and many more) and microorganisms that help to purify the water. THE RESULT? You can have fun in a swimming pool that does not damage the environment and at the same time enjoy swimming in fresh water, pleasant to the skin and that does not cause any allergies, with the average temperature being around 26-27°C. The Monclassico biolake 5 Reflexions Lago Rotondo – Val di Rabbi Lago Lame – Val di Peio Terzolas Clear, fresh water Immerse yourself in the traditions of the mountain Among the 14 municipalities and 50 villages in the valley, you can still find genuine traditions and tastes for a made to measure holiday. A holiday in Val di Sole is more than just a jump into the spectacular natural environment of the Alps. Life is not only found in the forests and mountains but also down in the heart of the valleys or in the small sunny villages clinging to the tops of the valleys. Reserved but honest and sincere people, that due to their frugal and essential past has led them to maintain a deep sense of attachment for their territory, a radical sense of self-government and a determined sense of responsibility that places the needs of the community first. Together with a strong history of volunteering in both a social and cultural sense, these values reflect the spirit of the valley, prevalent also in the tourism sector, which contribCaldes utes to a holiday that is tailor made for all. Immersing yourself into the daily life of the small towns and villages will do wonders for your spirit and soul as you rediscover simplicity, spontaneity, and a direct contact with the people of the valley that unfortunately has become very rare in the big cities. Carciato The fountains There are around 250 fountains in Val di Sole, that can be found throughout every village and town in the area. Before water was available in each dwelling, fountains were extremely important and prevalent in all villages. They were also used as washing areas where everyone could gather to wash their laundry. The fountains therefore had an important social role in the community, becoming a meeting place where people could discuss the latest news or just meet to have a chat while doing the washing. This characteristic is now part of the past, but fountains still represent a simple yet typical urban and architectural element that allows communities to express themselves in an ornamental and artistic manner. They remain beautiful timepieces that not only satisfy the eye but quench our thirst on hot summer days, taking us back to our youth. To use the words of the famous German writer, Johann Wolfgang Goethe (“The Sorrows of Young Werther”) “He who is a stranger to these sensations has never really enjoyed cool repose at the side of a fountain after the fatigue of a weary summer day.” 7 Dimaro Upper Val di Sole and a hamlet of Pellizzano, the village of Castello A deer in the Stelvio National Park 20.000 hectares-nature protection area Towards the Larcher al Cevedale mountain hut Val di Sole encompasses an enormous area under nature protection, affording you a marvelous opportunity to renew your strength and refresh your spirit. In both the Stelvio National Park (which includes the two side valleys of Peio and Rabbi) and the Adamello-Brenta Nature Park (which extends from Dimaro towards Folgarida-Madonna di Campiglio), guided excursions are conducted almost daily from June till September, including nighttime strolls, guided tours of the Venetian sawmill, to the Alpine dairies (where you can watch milk and cheese being produced), botanical study trails, mountain climbing, and glacier crossings. More information, phone: 0463.901280. The Stelvio National Park The Adamello-Brenta Nature Park …is the largest natural protection area in the Alpine Region, and completely encompasses the Ortles-Cevedale Massif. The part that belongs to Trentino extends across the Peio Valley and Rabbi Valley – here you’ll find a rural populace composed mostly of farmers living in little villages with a typical architecture nestled on the mountainsides. The unspoilt natural wilderness is rich in different kinds of trees, flowers, minerals, and fauna including elks, mountain goats, hares, the marmot, ermines, eagles, and that most-majestic predatory bird of the Val di Peio Alps, the lammergeyer (Gypaetus barbatus). The Adamello-Brenta Nature Park is the largest natural protection area in the province of Trentino, and is generally recognized as being the last Alpine refuge of the Brown Bear (Ursus arctos). Besides its more than 80 lakes and the Adamello Glacier (one of Europe’s largest), it was the first in Europe to receive the prized Park Certificate. The park is rich in flora and fauna, while the legendary stone towers in the Empire of the Dolomites are a unique attraction. Info: Parco Nazionale dello Stelvio Tel. 0463.746121 www.stelviopark.it An ermine Info: Parco Naturale Adamello-Brenta Tel. 0465.806666 www.pnab.it Special holidays ber 17 - 20 Septem THE DESMONTEGADA Festival for the return of the animals from their summer pastures Nature and traditions in the Stelvio National Park! In Val di Peio you can relive the traditional moments of the local farmer: sheep shearing, milking the goats and the festival for the return of the animals from their summer pastures. Of course, don’t miss this opportunity to taste the local products. Thursday 17.09: The “desmontegada” and the “tosada” (sheep shearing) in Peio Paese 9am: Guided excursion to the Covel mountain dairy to accompany the return of the sheep flocks. 1pm:sheep shearing and wool-working demonstration. Friday 18.09: The cattle market and the traditional market in Cogolo. Saturday 19.09: Guided excursion to the visitors center to Talé mountain dairy “The forest of the wood grouse”, goat milking and local product tasting. Sunday 20.09: The return of the cows in Cogolo. For information and bookings contact directly the accommodation facilities displaying the appropriate logo. La desmontegada 9 Cascate di Saent – Val di Rabbi A brown bear in the Brenta Dolomites The Cevedale mountain chain with the Presanella peak in the background The alpine world Val di Sole is an unparalled 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-Brenta Group in the west, and the Brenta Dolomites in the southwest. All of the hiking trails are kept in the best condition and feature red-white symbols and corresponding trail numbers in black. But choosing from among the many interesting paths in Val di Sole can be difficult! The enormous Alpine region surrounding the valley offers innumerable alternatives both for experts and less-ambitious hikers. You’ll find not only tours with different levels of difficulty and rockface-climbing opportunities, panoramic trails amongst majestic mountain tops and giant glaciers, but also exciting trekking tours on simple and yet fascinating nature study paths. The alpine guides of “Val di Sole” Italian School of Alpinism and Ski Alpinism (phone: 0463.901151, www.guidealpinevaldisole.it) offer a wide program of nature study tours through the parks, high-altitude tours, mountain-climbing expeditions, free-climbing, climbing, and classes for climbing and Alpine climbing. You’ll find information brochures, in english, with details on the great number of hiking trails in the tourist information offices. SUMMER LIFT FACILITIES The Alpine huts 11 – 19 July and 1 – 9 August FREE CARD for all cabin lifts for guests staying in particpating accommodation facilities (except for chairlift Paradiso-Presena). After a strenuous ascent, you’ll be glad that you can rely on the great number of alpine huts located throughout the Val di Sole. They are usually open from June 20 till September 20, but are dependent upon weather conditions, so they are subject to change. We therefore recommend that you always ask about the exact opening times before you undertake a tour. FOLGARIDA •cable car FOLGARIDA from Folgarida 1300 m to Malghet Aut 1856 m MARILLEVA •cable car COPAI-PANCIANA from Marilleva 1400 to Malga Panciana 1882 m PEIO •cable car PEIO FONTI-TARLENTA from Peio Fonti 1400 m to Tarlenta 2000 m •chairlift DOSS DEI GEMBRI from Tarlenta 2000 m to Doss dei Gembri Alpine Hut 2340 m TONALE •cable car PARADISO from Passo Tonale 1885 m to Passo Paradiso 2587 m •chairlift PARADISO – PRESENA from Passo Paradiso 2587 m to Presena-Glacier 2730 m •cable car PONTE DI LEGNO – TONALE 1885 m It is recommended that you check the opening times before going to the lifts. Ortles Cevedale Group Alpine huts Larcher al Cevedale m.2.680 Mantova al Vioz m. 3.545 Lago Corvo m. 2.425 Dorigoni m. 2.436 Adamello Presanella Group Alpine huts Capanna Presena m.2.780 Denza m. 2.298 Orso Bruno m. 2.180 Albasini m. 1.860 Special holidays 11 – 19 July 1 – 9 August In the mountains with Reinhold Messner A week of walks, excursions on foot and exciting events in the most breathtaking areas of the valley.The facilities indicated by the appropriate logo offer to their guests a CARD valid for: • Complete access to all the summer-ski lifts in Val di Sole (except for chairlift ParadisoPresena) • Participation to a rich and varied program of concerts and performances at high altitudes. Don’t miss these dates : Tuesday 14 July and Friday 7 August: An entire day in the company of Reinhold Messner with an excursion in the Stelvio National Park and in the evening videos and stories from the life of the great alpine climber. Dolomiti di Brenta Group Alpine huts Peller m. 2.022 For information and bookings contact directly the accommodation facilities displaying the appropriate logo. 11 Skyline of the Brenta mountain chain The Denza mountain hut Rafting on the Fiume Noce Rafting: adventure and nature What is rafting? An extreme form of sport, or something extremely funfilled for young and old, alike? The answer is simple: Rafting is an exciting whitewater ride on board of an inflatable raft designed especially for this type of sport. Rafting is one of the most popular sports enjoyed in the Val di Sole, and can honestly be called one of the most entertaining and enjoyable sport activities available here – provided that all safety precautions are strictly observed. Rafting is a sport for everyone, requiring no preparatory classes or special abilities. You can start right away by boarding a raft waiting for you on the shores of the torrential Fiume Noce – after all of the necessary safety measures have already been taken, of course. The inflatable rafts are built to withstand all of the water’s topsy-turvy motions, and feature reinforced, independently-inflated walls. A crew usually consists of four to six people, plus the leader. Before casting off, you’ll be given theoretical instruction on all important technical details. If possible, several rafts travel together, with a short distance between them. The crew must follow the precise orders of the “captain” to shift their weight as needed. During this exciting and thrilling ride, the captain leads the crew down this magnificent riverine landscape of the Val di Sole. Trips can be booked both for groups and individual travelers who can form a crew together with other participants. CENTRO RAFTING VAL DI SOLE I-38025 DIMARO Via Gole 108 Tel. 0463.973278 Fax 0463.973200 • [email protected] www.raftingcenter.it This center offers: Rafting, hydrospeeding, canyoning, canoe classes, mountain-biking, orienteering, nordic walking, downhill, climbing installation, rock-climbing, Flying Park, lake excursions by canoe, multi-sport weekends and weeks, weekend-wellness packages, incentive and team building, outdoor training. CHILI RAFTING I-38027 CROVIANA Via de le Ovene Mobile 338.4093109 • [email protected] www.chilirafting.it This center offers: Rafting, hydrospeeding, canyoning, lake excursions by canoe, mountain-biking, trekking, adventure park for youths, week and weekend multi-sport, team building. EXTREME WAVES RAFTING I-38020 MESTRIAGO DI COMMEZZADURA Tel. 0463.970808 - Fax 0463.979957 - Mob. 335.7080539 • [email protected] www.extremewaves.it This center offers: Rafting, hydrospeeding, canyoning, tarzaning, canoe/kayak classes, mountainbiking, downhill, team building for companies, rock-climbing, climbing installation, ponting, ropes course, multi-sport weekends and weeks, week-long classes: in rafting, hydrospeeding, and canoe/ kayaking. EURORAFTING I-38020 CUSIANO DI OSSANA c/o Centro Sportivo, Via Sotto Pila 6 Tel. 0463.751201 - Mobile 335.7596323 • [email protected] www.eurorafting.com This center offers: Rafting, hydrospeeding, canoe/kayak classes, mountain-biking, downhill, hang gliding, quad circuit, beach volleyball, and archery. X RAFTING VAL DI SOLE I-38022 CALDES Loc. Contre Tel. 0463.902990 - Fax 0463.902990 Mob. 347.7448137 • [email protected] www.raftingvaldisole.it This center offers: Rafting, canoe/kayak classes, hydrospeeding, mountain-bike freeride and downhill, nordic walking, canyoning, orienteering, outdoor weekends and weeks, team building. 13 Peddle in complete freedom 35 kilometers of bicycle path Train + Bike = Dolomiti Express When? At the latest, from the 28th of June to the 6th of September. How does it work? Rent your bike for a whole day or for 5 hours of your choice and enjoy the many cycling paths and trails of the valley, as well as taking advantage of the train 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 Trentino Trasporti train or bus available in Val di Sole. Tickets are available for an entire day, for 5 hours of your choice between 8.30am and 7.30pm, as well as a “family” ticket. The World Championship was not an arrival, but a departure point. Val di Sole is not bringing to a close its focus on mountain-biking after successfully hosting the World Championships last June. With the organization of the Worlds in 2008, Val di Sole made an important return to the international sporting arena, confirming and re-launching itself as a world championship valley. Thus proving that Val di Sole is the perfect location to host international events, and at the same time it is also an important tourist destination for active holidays, particularly for mountainbiking. The exciting disciplines of cross country, downhill, four cross and trial were the launching pad for our exclusive intermodal network that includes a combination of traincabin-lift service, which enables us to offer a rich selection of mountain-bike excursions. By next summer the long and enjoyable cycle path, which meanders through the entire valley, will finally be completed. In particular, the section between Mestriago and Piano di Commezzadura, which is located between the river “Fiume Noce” and the railway, will be constructed. Train + Bike Four Cross- World Championships June 2008 The Val di Sole cycling track mainly runs along the course of the river “Fiume Noce”, following the track of former country roads, by-roads and river bank lanes. It begins in Mostizzolo at an elevation of 595 meters above sea-level and ends in Val di Peio, at Cogolo at an altitude of 1160 meters. In other words, it’s a bicycle path for big and small alike. Cyclists of every persuasion can enjoy the beauty of the ever-changing scenery. The bicycle path allows you to view numerous beautiful cultural and geographic features of Val di Sole while you set the pace yourself. Mountain biking routes Val di Sole offers various possibilities of mountain biking routes, ranging from the easy ones, to the moderately difficult, to end with those recommended for experienced mountain-bikers only. A MOUNTAIN BIKE booklet including 20 detailed routes, in english, is available at all Information Offices throughout the valley. Some of these courses were laid out in the last years for the prestigious Transalp, the most important international mountain bike race on the calendar with thousands of participants. The town of Dimaro in the heart of Val di Sole, has particular importance as it is the meeting point of four different routes from Germany to Garda Lake. Go mountain biking in the world championship valley Biking by train 14 Bicycle path in Val di Peio A d a m e l lo Difficulty: Hard N Name 7 8 9 10 11 12 58 59 60 61 62 63 64 65 66 67 68 69 Camos Cerf Leor Dau’ Stambec Sghirlat Aquila Corf Gardena Gipeto Cedron Pizalegn Ors Tas Taina Marmota Montozzo tour Mortirolo tour Description Pdl-bozzi-meda-pdl Pdl-mesol-pdl Pdl-precasaglio-arsen-precasaglio-pdl Pdl-tonale-vescasa-pdl Pdl-premia-pdl Pdl-temu’-pdl Pdl-prisigai-somalbosco-s.apollonia-viso-pdl Pdl-marsen-davena-pdl Vezza-pornina-stadolina-vezza Vezza-plas De L’asen-vezza Tonale-vernianavermiglio-tonale Tonale-vermiglio-tonale Vermiglio-valpiana-vermiglio Vermiglio-laghetti Tonale - Alveo Tonale-valbiolo-tonale Pdl-rif.bozzi-pejo-tonale-pdl Pdl-edolo-mola-mortirolo-vezza-pdl Total “Adamello Bike Arena” means 500 km of mountain bike tracks between Alta Valle Camonica and Alta Val di Sole, surrounded by the Stelvio National Park, the Adamello Brenta Natural Park and the Adamello Regional Park. Amazing trails, mountain roads and muletracks built during WWI form 18 circular routes of different levels, ranging from 700 to 2600 mt of height. A detailed map with descriptions, vertical drops, distances in kilometres and colours indicating the level (blue, red or black) will help the bikers choose the right track (at the Information Office). All the routes are marked by directional arrows and are also mapped with GPS. Adamello Bike Arena is also synonymous for on road cycling and above all for its demanding ascents. What enthusiast of this sport wouldn’t love to undertake ascents such as the Passo Gavia or the Passo Mortirolo? An interactive map can be downloaded from the website www.adamelloski.com, where you can also find more information, pictures and facilities about the chosen route. Adamello Ski can suggest some BIKE HOTELS that can satisfy every need of those willing to discover this wonderful bike resort: they can be easily spotted on this brochure by the Bik e - Medium - Easy Length Vertical Best period km drop m 30 1.200 14 550 13 480 12 550 26 900 8 200 28 1.260 32 1.032 17 700 23 1.000 40 1.245 36 1.036 19 660 12 200 7 344 9 360 67 2.281 75 2.182 468 16.180 july/september june/october june/october june/october june/october may/october june/october june/october june/october june/october june/october june/october june/october june/october july/september july/september july/september june/october A r e n a Time Average Dirt patch Difficulty h gradient 3,30 2,00 1,20 2,00 2,30 1,30 4,00 3,00 3,00 3,30 3,30 3,00 1,30 1,30 1,30 1,30 6,00 6,00 49 8% 7% 8% 8% 8% 6% 9% 7% 7% 7% 7% 7% 6% 3% 8% 7% 8% 8% 90% 100% 80% 100% 85% 100% 90% 90% 60% 85% 90% 99% 99% 90% 100% 100% 70% 55% Adamello Bike Hotel symbol. The services offered are: Bike storeroom with restricted access, small workshop and cleaning area, laundry service, bike corner with information about trails, itineraries, GPS rental, guided tours, weather forecast. The Val di Sole awaits you with 100 LAKES 35 KM. CYCLING /WALKING PATH 5 RAFTING BASES WITH KAYAKING AND HYDROSPEEDING ADVENTURE PARKS AND SPORTS CENTERS NATURE WALKS AND GUIDED EXCURSIONS IN THE NATIONAL PARKS TROUT FISHING IN THE RIVERS, TORRENTS AND LAKES SPORTS CLIMBING ON NATURAL FACES OR IN THE NEW ARTIFICIAL CLIMBING CENTER IN MEZZANA RELAX AND WELLNESS IN THE PEIO AND RABBI THERMAL SPAS AND THE NEW MALÉ SWIMMING CENTER HORSE –BACK RIDING EXCURSIONS AND EQUESTRIAN ACTIVITES MUSEUMS AND FORTS FROM THE FIRST WORLD WAR Information Office Passo Tonale (TN) Tel. 0364.903838 Fax 0364.903895 [email protected] Information Office Vermiglio (TN) Tel. 0463.758200 - [email protected] Adamello Ski - Tonale (TN) Tel. 0364.92066 - [email protected] HIGH ALTITUDE EXCURSIONS AND TREKKING AMONG THE MOUNTAIN HUTS WITH ALPINE GUIDES 20 MOUNTAIN BIKE ROUTES NORDIC WALKING: 190 KM OF TRAILS FOR A TOTAL OF 31 DIFFERENT ROUTES 15 Free train from Malé to Marilleva 900 This summer you can leave your car in the car-park at your hotel or apartment. The picturesque Val di Sole train passes every hour from 8am to 7pm, and will take you FREE OF CHARGE along the valley from Malé to Marilleva 900. In fact, train service has been increased, with frequent runs. And every Thursday there are free trips until 11pm so you can take part in the special events planned for the whole summer. A great opportunity to discover this wonderful valley while reducing our impact on the environment. Using the train more often reduces the number of vehicles on the roads, which is great for our surroundings. The Trento – Malé Marilleva train is celebrating its 100th anniversary, being inaugurated as one of the first ever European electric train lines in the year 1909, in an era of great social change that helped push Trentino into the modern age. The Val di Sole Acquacenter has reopened, completely renovated and expanded. The Acquacenter offers: 16 Semi-Olympic size pool (25x15 m), with 6 lanes, depth range from 120 to 180 cm, temperature 28°. Relaxation pool, with a whirlpool that has lumbar and cervical water jets. Children’s swimming pool (height 30 cm), temperature 30°, where the little ones can take their first steps in the water in complete safety. Outdoor solarium. Guests that stay in facilities that are included in this brochure will receive a discount. Special holidays 0th and Saturday the 13st of May 3 Sunday the Arcadia Blaskapellenfest Concerts, typical products and flavours of another time In the suggestive historical centre of Caldes, in the courts and trappings of the noble residences, ancient flavors, genuine products and local artisans will be displayed in a joyous and festive atmosphere together with performances from numerous marching bands in traditional costume. The event will be organised by the APT Val di Sole in collaboration with the Caldes Council and the association, “Strada della mela e dei sapori delle Valli di Non e di Sole”. The accommodation facilities indicated by the special logo offer to their guests that book for this promotion a minimum 2 night stay with the possibility to participate in all the concerts that take place during the two days and a tasting voucher or the purchase of various products in the stands that will be found in the town of Caldes. For information and bookings contact directly the accommodation facilities displaying the appropriate logo. Special holidays ly 27 June – 5 Ju mber te p e S 29 August – 6 MOUNTAIN FAMILY Made for families Children under 12 Free! Two weeks in which a child born after the 01.06.1997 (in the same room as parents) stays for free with the same conditions as the paying adult. The second child, up to 12 years of age, will receive a minimum discount of 30%. A 20% discount for families that choose to stay in an apartment. For our small guests the Mountain Family Card also offers (all the following services will be free for children if accompanied by a full paying parent) 4 Rafting outing on the Noce River and other activities (jump fly – rope course, etc) in the Val di Sole rafting centers 4 Excursions and activities in the Stelvio National Park 4 Entrance to the Pejo wildlife center 4 Horseback–riding lessons and outings 4 Roller skates – skate bike – skate board 4 Ascents with the skilifts and chairlifts 4 Archery and minigolf 4 Cinema with special shows for kids But there’s more….. the family can have fun all week: (activities in italian) MONDAY: Rabbi –Loc. Coler-, didactic games in the Stelvio National Park and in Commezzadura at Extreme Waves: ropes course. TUESDAY: Peio, Introductory climbing courses with alpine guides in the Stelvio National Park forests. WEDNESDAY: Folgarida, Stories and legends with “The Story-Teller”; music and food tasting in the square. THURSDAY: Mezzana, visit to a Menas Farm to stay and play with the animals. FRIDAY: Vermiglio, take a walk with the forest guides to discover the forest’s secrets. And for all the kids a little present to remember Val di Sole... For information and bookings contact directly the accommodation facilities displaying the appropriate logo. The thermal springs in Pejo Peio is the source of three thermal springs: the Fonte Alpina (with a low mineral content), the Fonte Antica (a high-pH spring rich in iron and bicarbonates), and the Nuova Fonte (with a medium level of carbon dioxide). The new Thermal Center has a wide assortment of therapeutic thermal-water treatments effective in dealing with the following disorders and conditions: respiratory diseases, impairments of the locomotive system (legs and feet), rheumatic complaints, skin conditions, and cellulitis. The Health Center – with a fitness center, the indoor swimming pool, and the hydromassage tubs – as well as the Wellness Center – with a steam bath and an aroma bath – are accessible to all. Info: TERME DI PEJO I-38024 PEIO FONTI (TN) Tel. 0463.753226 - Fax 0463.743207 www.termepejo.it [email protected] OPENING HOURS: from May to October Spa in Rabbi Well known from ancient times for its therapeutic effects, this thermal spring became the favourite of the Imperial Austrian Court. The Rabbi water was called, “natural elixir”, due to the force of the gas contained within. The high concentration of carbon dioxide allows the water to support numerous natural elements, all of which possess beneficial effects. During the water treatment the gassy components help cure the digestive tract, while its use in bathing therapies is very efficient in the treatment of rheumatic and circulation disorders. The experimental studies carried out on the waters properties have shown notable benefits in the treatment of varicose veins. Among the various treatments offered, there is also one for the prevention and cure of cellulite. The ferruginous component, present in the form of ferrous ions, makes this water ideal for the treatment of anemia and lymphatism. The presence of bicarbonate allows for the useful treatments of cronic pharygitis, laryngitis, sinusitism and bronchitis. In the “Centro Benessere” there is a modern regenerative bath, as well as an area dedicated to the Kneipp therapy and mud, peat, and herbal therapy. SUMMER OFFERS 2009 REVITALIZATION AND TONING PROGRAM 3 Days € 148,00 A short holiday to try various treatments developed specifically to help in the correction of cellulite and circulatory ailments 1 medical visit 3 days hydroponic cure 1 flebologic course 1 regeneration bath 1 Kneipp herbal bath 1 Kneipp herbal pack 2 general massages “GET BACK IN SHAPE” PROGRAM 3 Days € 162,00 Take advantage of the various treatments offered in this short holiday where it is possible to rediscover a small oasis of health and wellness 1 medical visit 3 days hydroponic cure 1 thermal bath 1 flebologic course 1 regeneration bath 1 Kneipp herbal bath 1 mud/peat pack treatment 2 anti-stress massages WEEK LONG WELLNESS PROGRAM 7 Days € 600,00 From 18.05 to 05.07.2009 and from 06.09 to 20.09.2009 Full board in the hotel Medical visit before beginning the program 6 days of hydroponic cure in the Rabbi Spa 5 Kneipp flebologic appointments 1 anti-stress massage 1 oriental relax massage 1 mud/peat pack treatment 1 Kneipp herbal bath 1 regeneration bath 1 dinner by candlelight with local dishes 1 nordic walking excursion OPEN: from May till September Information and bookings: TERME DI RABBI Loc. Fonti, 162 - I-38020 RABBI (TN) Tel. 0463.983000 - Fax 0463.985070 www.termedirabbi.it • [email protected] The thermal springs in Peio and Rabbi in the Stelvio National Park combine the healing powers of mineral water with the magic of a pristine Alpine landscape. A tasteful vacation Solandrian cuisine centers on simple but by no means unimaginative dishes, many of which are based on secret recipes dating back to grandmother’s era. They are characterized by their Alpine origins, and make use of dairy products still carrying the aroma of hay, the fragrance of fresh grass, and the smell of pristine mountain air. Solandrian cuisine includes many game dishes, often garnished with forest berries and health-giving herbs. You really ought to try such dishes as Strangolapreti (“Priest Chokers”), gnocchi di comede (wild mountain spinach dumplings), capellazzi or monchi (delicious pasta dishes), potato pancakes, and many different kinds of soup. And when it comes to dessert, why not try some torta di fregoloti (a kind of crumble-topping cake), carrot cake, or that all-time favorite: strudel. Traditional Solandrian cuisine is available in numerous restaurants and hotels in the valley. Special holidays st 22 - 30 Augu THE FACILITIES INCLUDES TASTY VACATIONS The local casolet cheese A week to discover the tastes and flavours of Trentino with “Casolet”, a typical cheese from Val di Sole, made from raw ingredients and whole milk. With the participation of local accommodation facilities displaying this logo, each day of the week you can sample a local menù with at least one dish dedicated to the “Casolet” cheese. At discounted prices, you can also buy “a basket of cheeses” in the cheese factories in the valley as well as participate in a rich program during the week of visits to local cheese-makers (in Italian). Malga di Bolentina – Malé Dining with casolet “Listed Slow Food product” 18 The Casolet is a traditional cheese that is uniqe to Val di Sole, where once it was widely produced. It is a typical mountain cheese made from raw ingredients and whole milk. Once it was produced only in Autumn, when the cows had been brought down from the upper pastures and local fodder was scarce. It was regarded as a high quality cheese for the home kitchen, and was generally eaten in the Winter period. The name of the cheese has its origins in Latin. It comes from the word “caseolus” which means small cheese, and in fact the traditional form of the casolet is a small 7-12 cm per 10-22 cm, and this measurement is still used today. You can buy casolèt from the two major cheese factories in the valley or from small specialist shops. Explanation of symbols HOTELROOM OR APARTMENT INCLUDES DISABLED ACCESS LIFT WASHING MACHINE BREAKFAST BUFFET MINI BAR SPECIAL DIET MENUS ON REQUEST KITCHENETTE FOR PARENTS LAUNDRY SERVICE TV SAT SKY-TV INTERNET POINT INTERNET CONNECTION INTERNET WIRELESS AIR CONDITIONING TV SMOKING ROOM CREDIT CARDS ACCEPTED ENTERTAINMENT STEAM BATH SAUNA DISCO OR TAVERN WELLNESS-CENTER PIANO BAR ESTETIC TREATMENTS INDOOR SWIMMING POOL STORAGE ROOM FOR SKI AND SKI SHOES GARAGE SKIBUS Vacanze di gusto GARDEN SMALL PETS ALLOWED HOTELROOM OR APARTMENT INCLUDES HOT-AIR BLOWER SAFE OVEN MICROWAVE DISH-WASHER HB: half board BB: bed and breakfast SRS: DR as SR CR: children’s reduction CR + FAMILY PACKAGE: by staying in the parents room SR: single-room DR: double-room AA: additional adult in extra bed reduction BS: between-season MS: main season MMS:highest season GYM OUTDOOR SWIMMING POOL USE OF BICYCLE PARKING LOT For information and bookings contact directly the accommodation facilities displaying the appropriate logo. FB: full board WELLNESS AND FITNESS OS: off-season SUPERVISED MINICLUB GAME ROOM BICYCLE STORAGE Abbreviations Mono: 1-room apartment Bilo: 2-rooms apartment Trilo: 3-rooms apartment Quadri:4-rooms apartment TELEPHONE TELEFAX NUMBER OF ROOMS WITH BATH APARTMENTS NUMBER OF BEDS HOLIDAY PROPOSAL LOGOS SUMMER 2009 ARCADIA BLASKAPELLENFEST 30.05 - 31.05 CASOLET TASTY VACATIONS: THE LOCAL “CASOLET” CHEESE 22.08 - 30.08 MOUNTAIN FAMILY WEEKS 27.06 - 05.07 29.08 - 06.09 THE “DESMONTEGADA” FESTIVAL FOR THE RETURN OF THE ANIMALS FROM THEIR SUMMER PASTURES 17.09 - 20.09 IN THE MOUNTAINS WITH REINHOLD MESSNER 11.07 - 19.07 01.08 - 09.08 •The per-day hotel prices are based on a minimum stay of 3 days. •Prices and schedules subject to change. • All prices in euro.