What you need to know before a snowmobile tour in Veneto
Are you a beginner and want to know how to ride a snowmobile? No problem, before departing the instructors always conduct a briefing in which they explain the main commands, safety rules to be maintained and rules of conduct for any situation that may arise along the way.
After a little practice getting familiar with the vehicle, you’ll be ready to venture into snowy woods and trails. The only requirement to ride the snowmobile is to have a B license. If you plan to take your children with you or other minors, check at the time of booking the minimum age for the passenger aboard the snowmobile, a limit that may vary from center to center.
The best places to go snowmobiling in the Venetian Dolomites
Snowmobile tours, while still not a popular activity, are beginning to be offered in almost all major mountain resorts. Some destinations, however, hold unparalleled appeal. If you are on vacation in the Belluno Dolomites, perhaps in Cortina d’Ampezzo, one of the iconic places to take a snowmobile tour in the Veneto region is the Tre Cime di Lavaredo, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. They are reached starting from Misurina, on a route full of charm and enriched by breathtaking views.
Other interesting routes are those leading to Mt. Piana and Croda da Lago. Starting from Sappada, in the province of Udine in Friuli Venezia Giulia, just a few kilometers from the border with Veneto, you can reach Piave, Digola Pass, and Pian del Sir. All the destinations mentioned offer fairy-tale landscapes and total immersion in the magical atmosphere of snow.
Snowmobiling and an after-tour dinner: a mix not to be missed
What can make an experience like this even more special? Of course, a taste of typical mountain cuisine! A snowmobile tour, in fact, can be combined with a lunch or dinner at a mountain lodge to enjoy typical dishes and local wines in a warm and welcoming environment, surrounded by the majestic whitewashed landscapes of the Dolomites. What better thing to want for a weekend in the snow?
How much does a snowmobile ride in the Veneto cost?
A 1-hour snowmobile tour costs around 100€. The price normally refers to the vehicle, which can carry up to two passengers. The cost goes up if the snowmobile ride is combined with another experience, such as dinner at a lodge or a snowshoeing tour. In these cases, the rates can range from 110 to 150€.