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View All DealsHolidays to Lake Molveno are all about peace, quiet and beautiful surroundings. Nestled within the splendid UNESCO-protected Dolomites, Molveno village offers pretty cobbled streets, authentic cuisine and water activities on the lake.
Part of a national park, Adamello-Brenta – the largest in Trentino – Lake Molveno is in the heart of nature. At 123 metres, it’s the region's deepest lake, and it stands out due to its vibrantly colourful landscape. The water can be enjoyed in many ways, from swimming and paddling to paddleboarding and motorboating. After a day on the water, head to the village for a pizza made from local produce, and a glass of Italian wine.
Molveno village is a small, pretty spot with an old church, and skinny lanes and alleyways that lead further up the hill. These are perfect to take if you want an even more spectacular view. Explore the street and browse the shops selling local produce, or drop in at a local museum. Try the Museum of Modern and Contemporary Art, or the Museum of Sciences of Trento. If castles are your thing, you’ll find some of the area’s only remaining ones here. Stenico Castle is a particular gem.
Head higher up the hill and you’ll find a range of walks, biking routes and even climbing opportunities. If you have energetic children, get the adrenaline pumping at popular Forest Park. This is located high up in the mountains. Once you're there, if you prefer to take it easy, you can enjoy the great views or stroll along the trails. Alternatively, take the whole family to the Educational Farm and learn about the stages of local cheese production.
Just steps from the resort centre is Molveno Beach, an Alpine beach harbouring 10 acres of green meadows. Throw down your towel and bask in the sun (or shade - there's plenty of trees too), go for a swim or challenge your friends or family to some volleyball. There's also a playground and mini-golf nearby, for when the little ones get a bit fidgety.
Down on the waterfront is the Acquapark - a hefty complex filled with two outdoor pools, including one Olympic pool, a handful slides and water activities like aqua gym. There's plenty of space for sunbathing too.
Just to let you know, the beaches on Lake Molveno aren't very sandy. While there's plenty of grassy areas to sunbathe, you'll have to walk over a small stony section to get to the water. Therefore, you may want to bring some flip flops or beach footwear with you for extra comfort.
This small, pedestrianised resort isn't home to designer brands or high-street names. Instead, you'll find plenty of local independent shops selling everything from wines, sweets, cakes and homewares to lovely souvenirs to take home with you. There's a selection of shops along the central Via Roma and in the square Delle Scuole.
Chilled evenings aren't hard to find in Molveno. Take a wander along the lakeside promenade at dusk, or kick back in your hotel's bar.
Holidays to Lake Molveno are made with peace and quiet in mind. It's also quite a small mountain village, so it's not overflowing with lively, late-night joints. If you fancy an aperitivo or after-dinner drink, however, then there are a few local bars and restaurants – with outdoor seating – who will be more than happy to accommodate you.
Molveno is dotted with local bars and restaurants that serve up typical mountain foods with long-dated traditions. Up on the mountain you'll also come across various mountain huts to take a break or grab some lunch. If you want to try something authentic, go for the mushroom-based pastas and risottos, canederli (dumplings), and the popular carne salada – thinly sliced cured beef.
Take the gondola, followed by the chairlift, to a little piece of mountain heaven. Open since 1973, this mountain hut whips up homemade dishes – from the Sartori family's secret recipe book – using fresh, seasonal produce. They even have a large panoramic terrace so you can stay and enjoy the silence of the mountains for as long or as little as you like.
Down in the centre of Molveno is a tavern-come-pizzeria decked out in wood and comfortable furnishings. Upstairs is the pizzeria – with an outdoor seating area – serving a huge range of pizzas made from local ingredients. The Botte pizza is a must-try, topped with German sausage, boiled eggs, mushrooms and ham. You can even order your pizza to take away. Downstairs is the brewery. Along with the bustling atmosphere, you can snack on their mouth-watering cheese and meat boards.
Run by a friendly local couple, the Osteria del Maso in the centre of Molveno is rustic and homely, with a welcoming informal service. As well as views of the Brenta Dolomites, they have a wine cellar housing more than 30 local and Italian wines. And if you're here for local foods, you're in luck – expect to tuck in to roe deer, polenta and plenty of cured meats.
The centre of Molveno is full of quaint little alleys and squares that are more than pleasant for an afternoon or evening stroll. However, as the resort is located in the mountains, some roads can be slightly hilly - and some are even cobbled. The lake, though, is surrounded by a large network of paths for walking and trekking, along with plenty of mountain huts for taking a break. The paths are suited to all levels and give you the opportunity to enjoy the natural environment of the National Park Adamello-Brenta.
While there aren't any organised ferries, it doesn't mean you can't get out on the water. Hire a motorboat, sailing boat, paddle boat or rowing boat and set off across the lake, admiring the stunning natural scenery.
From Molveno, take bus B611 to Mezzocorona – it takes around an hour. From here, you can board a Brenner Railways train to Trento (around 25-30 minutes away), Innsbruck (in around 3 hours) and even Verona (in less than 90 minutes). From the latter you can even pop over to Lake Garda for the day, if you fancied.
Free local buses run every 30 minutes to various points of interest in and around the resort of Molveno, including the Acquapark and the camping ground. You can also journey by bus to Lake Garda and Madonna di Campiglio for an extra charge, though these require changes.
Head up to the top end of the resort – close to the sports complex – to catch a ride on the Molveno Pradel gondola, which connects the village to the wooded knoll, Pradel. From the top there's panoramic views of the lake and the majestic Dolomites. You can also hop on the Pradel-Croz dell'Altissimo chairlift, which takes you even higher, for lots more walking paths and cycle routes, as well as access to the Forest Park.
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