Val di Fassa in winter is an ideal destination for families! There are countless activities to enjoy both in the valley and at higher elevations: walks, hikes, skiing, sledding, snowshoeing, playgrounds, swimming pools, and much more. Below you’ll find plenty of ideas to help you plan your days, no matter how old your children are.
Val di Fassa in Winter: In the Snow
Ciampac – Alba di Canazei
The Ciampac ski area, easily accessible by gondola from Alba di Canazei, is the perfect place for a family day on the snow. In addition to the ski runs, there’s a scenic loop trail for snowshoeing, a snow playground, a track for inner tubes and sleds, and a ski school.
The snowcat tour is always an interesting experience. Accompanied by the slope and snowmaking manager, you’ll discover fascinating behind-the-scenes details about the snowcat operator’s job. Find all the information in Fassa: at Ciampac in winter.
Buffaure – Pozza di Fassa
Easily accessible by gondola from Pozza di Fassa, the Buffaure ski area boasts unspoiled nature and a family-friendly atmosphere. In the ski school area, equipped with convenient magic carpets, little ones can learn to ski safely and have fun, under the watchful eye of instructors and the towering Bregostana—one of the many land art installations that enhance the area. And once you’ve gained confidence, it’s off to the slopes: there’s something for every skill level! Find all the information in Fassa: Buffaure ski school.
Canazei Fun Park
A snow playground with various attractions for children of all ages: a sledding run about 400 meters long with a nice slope and a shorter one, a tubing (inner tubes) and bobsled run, and a training area with inflatable play structures. All the information on Canazei Fun Park: Kids in the Snow.
Ciampedie – Vigo di Fassa
In the Ciampedie valley—easily accessible by gondola from Vigo—in addition to skiing and having fun at the Kinderpark, don’t miss the walk that leads up to Gardeccia. The Kinderpark is a play area with trampolines, inflatable rings, slides, and lots of other games. For more information: Ciampedie in Winter.
Fiabilandia Park—Moena
A snow playground located in the Prà di Sorte area in downtown Moena—perfect for families. It features a playground with slides and playhouses, slopes for sledding, inner tubes, and bobsleds, a conveyor belt over 100 meters long, games, music, and entertainment. All the information on Fiabilandia Park in Moena.
Fraine – Pera di Fassa
On the sunny plain along the Avisio River in Pera di Fassa, you’ll find the Fraine ski school and the Kinderpark. A playground equipped with rubber rings and inflatables, a colorful giant ball pit, swings, sleds, shovels, and plenty of entertainment. Ski lessons are available for children ages 3 and up. Find all the information HERE.
Val di Fassa in Winter: Hiking
Val San Nicolò – Pozza di Fassa
The hike from Pozza di Fassa to the wooden mountain huts in Val San Nicolò is simply wonderful. It is perhaps the most popular winter hike in Val di Fassa among families. In about an hour and a half, you’ll reach the start of this valley, and shortly after that, you’ll come across the first mountain hut, the Ta Ciajaa, which serves excellent traditional Trentino cuisine. You can continue for another 3 kilometers—about another hour—to reach the Baita delle Cascate. All information on Val San Nicolò: winter magic.
Val Duron – Campitello di Fassa
An unspoiled valley with a dreamlike landscape. The hike starts in Campitello and takes about an hour and a half to reach the Val Duron valley floor. Once you pass the Baita Lino Brach, located at the entrance to the valley, you can continue your walk through this enchanting landscape for another hour. All the information: Val Duron in winter by sled.
Fuciade – San Pellegrino Pass
A beautiful and easy stroll—which can be enjoyed on foot or by horse-drawn carriage—through a snow-covered landscape to the picturesque Fuciade valley, with its famous wooden cottages and the peaks of Costabella rising behind them. Awaiting you are the delights of the Fuciade Mountain Hut and a large play area for children. And for endless fun, don’t forget your bobsleds and sleds! Info here: To Fuciade from San Pellegrino.
Fuciade da Valfredda – Veneto
An alternative route to reach the Fuciade basin starts from the village of Valfredda, just past the Veneto border. Be sure to bring sleds and bobsleds here as well—the kids will thank you! Info: To Fuciade from Valfredda
Val di Fassa in Winter: Unique Activities
Charlotte Horse Riding – Campitello di Fassa
A horseback riding center near the Col Rodella ski lifts that uses the “gentle method” to train and tame its horses . Carlotta has given many horses—who came from situations of abuse—the chance at a better life. She organizes everything from pony rides to longer horseback treks, even in winter. All the info on Charlotte Horse Riding in winter.
Ice Arena – Alba di Canazei
In Alba di Canazei, you can even go ice skating! At the “G. Scola” arena, if you don’t have your own skates, you can rent them and take skating lessons. For more information: Canazei Ice Arena.
Indoor Winter Activities in Val di Fassa
“Fora” Escape Room – Alba di Canazei
In Alba di Canazei, you can enjoy a truly intriguing and unique experience. Have you heard of escape rooms? It’s an extraordinary game where the goal is to escape from several rooms locked with padlocks. Using your wits and resourcefulness, you’ll need to find the keys or the necessary combinations by opening boxes and cabinets and carefully examining the photos on the walls. Also available is the “escape box”—a treasure chest inspired by escape rooms that you can try at La Stazione, the library in Predazzo, through December 21, 2025. For more information: Fora! Escape Room in Val di Fassa.
Ladino Museum – Vigo di Fassa
A modern and innovative museum that traces the entire historical journey of the Val di Fassa through a series of 17 interactive stations. Don’t miss the virtual reality experience with the “Pigui Experience” project, a game suitable for ages nine and up that helps develop a deeper understanding and awareness of the history of the Ladin people. All information on virtual reality at the Ladin Museum.
A dip in the pool in Val di Fassa
Dolaondes – Canazei
A large aquatic center featuring a 5-lane semi-Olympic pool, a “fun” pool with hydromassage loungers, neck showers, counter-current swimming, an elliptical pool with a swirling water current, and a kids’ area featuring an illuminated cave, a waterfall, and a slide; a landing pool for the 111-meter-long outdoor slide, and an outdoor saltwater pool with hydromassage loungers and neck showers. All the information Dòlaondes in Canazei: a pool with a view of the Dolomites.
Vidor Campground and Water Park – Pozza di Fassa
Located in Pozza di Fassa, this resort offers both RV sites and rooms and apartments, and is a true oasis of relaxation for the whole family. For the little ones, there are spacious play areas, a natural rock climbing wall, and a full entertainment program.
There’s also an incredible water park, open even to non-guests ( check for restrictions on outside visitors during peak season)—a true paradise for kids! The water park spans 4,000 square meters and features three slides—one of which is for inner tubes—a large pool with a panoramic view, a children’s pool with water play features, a toddler pool, and finally an outdoor pool with a hot tub overlooking the Catinaccio. Find all the details at “Super Slides at Vidor Aquapark.”
Things to Do Around Val di Fassa in Winter
- Check out the mini guide Val di Fiemme: Things to Do in Winter
- Would you be interested in other winter mini-guides? Click HERE.
- For more information, contact APT Fassa: HERE