Skiing from Molveno: Pradel and Andalo-Paganella
A practical guide for Casa Fiorella guests: where to ski, where to park and how to get around in winter between Molveno and Andalo.
Three ways to go skiing from the house
Casa Fiorella is in Molveno, between two starting points for skiing: the Pradel, reached by cable car from the village, and the Andalo-Paganella ski area, a 3-minute drive away. You can get there in three ways:
- Molveno–Pradel cable car: ideal for families, children and beginners, with the toboggan run.
- By car to Andalo: to ski the whole Andalo-Paganella area.
- Ski bus: to leave the car at home.
When you get back, skis and boots go in the house's ski storage room.
Pradel: the cable car from Molveno
From the centre of Molveno the cable car climbs to the Pradel plateau (about 1,370 m). There is a car park for around fifty cars at the bottom station: in high season arrive early, as it fills up quickly.
At the Pradel a chairlift serves a blue slope, perfect for learners or anyone who wants to ski at a relaxed pace. Next to the chairlift there is a large Fun Park for children with snow tubes and other attractions, and a ski school area with two magic carpets.
There are two ski and equipment rental shops, one at the bottom and one at the top of the cable car; the ski school is based at the rental shop. Information: +39 379 113 2458 (5:30 pm to 7 pm) or mghrent@gmail.com.
Lift times and prices: Funivie Molveno.
Sledging from the Pradel all the way to Andalo
Families love the Pradel for sledging. The chairlift takes you up towards the Rifugio La Montanara, to the start of the Scoiattolo run, which comes down to the Pradel. From there you carry on along the Bambi run, through the woods, to the Sarnacli area in Andalo. A free shuttle bus (about every 30 minutes) brings you back to the Molveno cable car.
Single or double sledges can be rented at the same two shops as the skis, at the bottom and top of the cable car. Great fun for adults and children alike.
Helmets are compulsory on the toboggan runs.
Andalo-Paganella: a 3-minute drive
To ski the whole Andalo-Paganella area, which reaches the top of the Paganella (2,125 m), it is a 3-minute drive from Casa Fiorella to Andalo.
The handiest spot is the Laghet car park, where the Laghet–Prati di Gaggia gondola takes you straight up to the slopes. With a daily ski pass the car park gives a 50% discount on the fee (check conditions on site, as they can change from season to season).
Piste map, ski passes and open lifts: paganella.net.
Ski bus to Andalo
The ski bus links Molveno with Andalo and the lifts of the ski area. Molveno has several stops: from Casa Fiorella the most convenient is near the roundabout by the Pandop bakery, a one-minute drive away.
You can leave the car in the open parking area on Via Belvedere, just before the roundabout (open in Google Maps).
For up-to-date ski bus times, ask the property manager when you arrive or the tourist office.
Frequently asked questions
Can you ski straight from Molveno?
Yes: from the centre of Molveno the cable car goes up to the Pradel, where there is a blue slope served by a chairlift, a ski school area and a Fun Park for children. For the Andalo-Paganella ski area, Andalo is a 3-minute drive or a ski bus ride away.
Where should I park to ski in Andalo?
At the Laghet car park, where the Laghet–Prati di Gaggia gondola starts. With a daily ski pass the car park gives a 50% discount.
Is the Pradel good for children?
Yes: there is a Fun Park with snow tubes and other attractions, a ski school area with two magic carpets and an easy blue slope served by a chairlift.
Where can I rent a sledge at the Pradel?
There are two rental shops, at the bottom and top of the Molveno–Pradel cable car, offering single or double sledges as well as skis and equipment.
How do I get back to Molveno after sledging?
From the chairlift you ride the Scoiattolo run down to the Pradel and then the Bambi run to the Sarnacli area in Andalo. From there a free shuttle bus, about every 30 minutes, takes you back to the Molveno cable car.
Where do I keep my skis at Casa Fiorella?
In the house's ski storage room, which also has space for boots.
Stay in Molveno, minutes from all of this
Casa Fiorella is an apartment for 4 at Via Belvedere 46, with ski and e-bike storage, Wi-Fi and free parking nearby.