11 November 2026 · 5 min read · By Francesco, your host in Livigno
Livigno in Summer with Kids: What to Do
Livigno in summer is easy with kids. You walk around the lake, take out a pedal boat, learn mountain biking at the Bike Academy and play in the mountain-top parks of Carosello 3000 and Mottolino. If it rains, there are Aquagranda, the MUS! museum and the dairy. Here are the ideas I recommend.
Walking around Lake Livigno
The lake is the first thing to do, even on the day you arrive. The path along the shore is easy and runs through the woods to Ristoro Alpisella at the end of the lake, where you can stop for a snack. Bring a picnic blanket: the children play on the meadows by the water while you rest. The Sentiero dell'Acqua, another gentle walk, also starts from the lake.
Pedal boats and kayaks on the lake
At Ristoro Alpisella there is a water-sports hire point: pedal boats, kayaks, SUPs and rowing boats. Life jackets are compulsory. When the season starts depends on the water level and the weather, so check before you go, for example at the tourist office or at Aquagranda.
By bike: the Bike Academy
If your children can already ride a bike, the Bike Academy is the place to learn mountain biking. It is a 5 km trail designed for beginners and children, with areas to practise the basics before the real trails. Helmets on, always. If you want to follow them without effort, at Ironwood Livigno you can ask for hire of our 2 e-bikes. You'll find more easy routes in our biking and hiking guide.
Moki Park at Carosello 3000
At the top of the Carosello 3000 gondola, next to the restaurant, Moki Park opens in summer. It has two levels. Upstairs, older children (about 6-12) find an adventure course, slacklines and a 3-metre climbing pyramid. Downstairs, reached by a slide, younger ones (about 3-6) have swings, wooden houses, a mini bike and a balance course. There is also the Moki Trail, a walk in the woods following Moki the mascot. The play area is free, but you need a lift ticket to get up there. The summer lifts usually run from late June to mid-September; the dates change every year.
Larix Park and the Yepi Area at Mottolino
At Mottolino there is Larix Park, an adventure park with bridges and walkways in the trees. From age 3 there is the pink course, with a pulley about 2 metres off the ground; for the other courses height counts, not age. At the entrance is the Yepi Area for under-3s: wooden houses and walkways, swings and a sandpit. It is free and needs no ticket, but an adult must always be there. Stop at the Larix Bar for an ice cream.
Aquagranda: pools and slides
Aquagranda Active You is Livigno's aquatic centre. In the Slide&Fun area there are slides, pools for small children and relaxation areas for parents. It's a good idea for a rainy afternoon or at the end of a day outdoors. Opening times and entry rules change, so check them on Aquagranda's website.
If it rains: MUS! and the dairy
The MUS! Museum of Livigno and Trepalle tells how people used to live here, and it also has a section on winter sports. There is an audio-guide app. At the Latteria di Livigno, in Via Pemont, an audio-guided visit shows how milk becomes yoghurt and cheese; at the end you get a small bag of products to taste. Book through the MyLivignoPass app. More ideas in our guide to what to see in Livigno.
Practical tips: altitude, layers and sun
Livigno is at almost 1,800 metres. Even in July mornings and evenings are cool, while the midday sun is strong. Dress the children in layers and bring a windproof jacket, a sun hat, sun cream and sunglasses. The weather changes quickly up high: for longer outings set off early, check the forecast and carry water.
Summer with kids at Ironwood Livigno
The apartment is 90 m², with 3 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms, for up to 6 people. A cot and high chair are available on request. Parking is free, the grocery shop is right opposite and the bus stop is about 40 metres away; the centre is about a 15-minute walk. In July and August stays run Saturday to Saturday; in June and September 2 nights are enough. For summer 2027, August is almost full, while June and September still have free weeks. All the details are on our families page. For winter, read Livigno with kids: family activities.
Frequently asked questions
What can you do in Livigno in summer with kids?
Walk around the lake to Ristoro Alpisella, take a pedal boat or kayak, try the Bike Academy (5 km for beginners and children), Moki Park at Carosello 3000 and Larix Park at Mottolino. If it rains: Aquagranda, MUS! and the Latteria di Livigno.
Are there free playgrounds up the mountain?
Yes. Moki Park, at the top of the Carosello 3000 gondola, is free, but you need a lift ticket to get up. The Yepi Area at Larix Park, Mottolino, is free for under-3s, always with an adult.
Can you take a pedal boat on Lake Livigno?
Yes, at Ristoro Alpisella you can hire pedal boats, kayaks, SUPs and rowing boats. Life jackets are compulsory. The season start depends on the water level and the weather, so check before you go.
Is the apartment suitable for a family with children?
Yes: 90 m², 3 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms, for up to 6 people, with a cot and high chair on request. In July and August stays run Saturday to Saturday; in June and September 2 nights are enough.
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Ironwood Livigno is a self-catering apartment in Livigno for 1-6 guests, with a private sauna and steam bath, 100 m from the San Rocco ski lift.