Things to Do in Andalo

Large public park with a playground, benches, and a small stream running through it, popular for picnics and short walks.

🕐 Open 24 hours, daily.

💡 Go early morning to see deer grazing near the edges; the park has free public BBQ grills (bring charcoal).

Extensive network of marked hiking trails starting from the village centre, climbing through alpine meadows and pine forests on the Paganella plateau.

🕐 Trails open year-round; best from June to October.

💡 Pick up a free trail map from the tourist office on Piazza Dolomiti; the loop to Malga Ranzo offers panoramic views without steep gradients.

Weekly outdoor market held in Piazza Centrale, selling local cheeses, cured meats, crafts, and seasonal produce.

🕐 Thursdays 8:00–13:00 (summer and winter).

💡 Go before 10am to avoid queues at the cheese stall; sample pòina cheese from local dairy farms.

17th-century church with frescoed interior and a wooden altarpiece, located in the historic core of Andalo.

🕐 Generally open 9:00–12:00 and 15:00–18:00; may close for services.

💡 Check the local noticeboard for occasional free concerts or evening openings during summer festivals.

Small alpine lake at 1,200 m elevation, easily reached by a gravel road or trail from Andalo with views of the Brenta Dolomites.

🕐 Accessible 24 hours; best visited in late afternoon for reflections.

💡 Walk instead of drive to save €5 parking; the trail is flat and takes about 40 minutes from the edge of town.