Val Gardena is a wide picturesque valley of South Tyrol, located in the northwest of the Dolomites, an excellent mountain range with the status of a UNESCO World Natural Heritage Site. According to experienced tourists, it is Val Gardena that is the most attractive valley of the Sella Ronda, a circular ski trail with a total length of 500 km. The valley itself offers 175 km of trails of breathtaking beauty.

Val Gardena offers its guests many opportunities for entertainment. Among them you can choose the most suitable one: winter excursions, freestyle, hockey, paragliding, figure skating, rock climbing, cross-country skiing, sledding and much more. Diversity active rest attracts tourists from all over the world.

The resort includes three small towns with well-developed infrastructure - Ortisei (1236 m), Santa Cristina (1428 m) and Selva (1563 m).

Ortisei, the largest of them, is a great place for family vacation with kids. There are many restaurants, spas, various hotels and shops. The first lift is just 10 minutes away.

Santa Cristina is the smallest resort town in the valley. It is very cozy here and there is no noise.

Selva is a fairly popular resort due to its good location to mountain route Sella Ronde, where many trails start. Has a developed tourist infrastructure.

Previously, Val Gardena was part of Austria-Hungary, so here they speak with great pleasure in germanthan in Italian. As for the local population of Val Gardena, they are very hospitable and warm-hearted. Local people speak a rare Ladin language that is more than 2000 years old! You should definitely talk to them.

Val Gardena hosts the Alpine Skiing World Championships annually. Interestingly, all the action takes place on the steep Saslong track. With a little bit of courage, you can also get a taste of victory as you descend this famous track.

The Val Gardena is part of the Sella Ronda circuit, which includes 500 km ski slopes... It is here that every year international competitions in slalom - downhill skiing among men are held.

Val Gardena is part of the Dolomiti Superski, an incredibly beautiful ski area with 16 ski regions. A particular advantage is the ability to ride all 1,200 km of Dolomiti Superski slopes with a single ski pass. And 450 lifts will take you to the best peaks of the Dolomites with a breeze. Having visited the resort of Alta Bedia, you are guaranteed to get the most out of your outdoor activities!

Val Gardena - a fabulously beautiful valley more than 15 kilometers long at the foot of the mountain Sassolungo ("Long Stone"), which includes three resort towns - Ortisei, Santa cristina (1466 m.) And Selva Gardena (1563 m.).

Description of the resort

All tracks are connected by a continuous network of slopes and lifts with heights from 2518 to 1563 m, so you can move from one ski area to another without taking your skis. Through Passo Gardena you can easily reach the neighboring area of \u200b\u200bAlta Badia (altitude - 2138-1433 m, 39 lifts) with resorts Colfosco and Corvara.

The height of Val Gordena itself is about 1563 m, there are 77 lifts, 175 km. slopes, discos, bars, restaurants, shops, skating rinks and swimming pools. Ortisei has an indoor tennis and squash center, as well as a riding school and a local history museum, most of which are devoted to the art of local woodcarving. The picturesque Renaissance castle Fishburg (17th century) is also located nearby.

How to get to Val Gardena?

The airports closest to the resort valley are Bolzano (40 km), Innsbruck (110 km), Verona (200 km).

Railway stations on the line Verona - Brennero - Innsbruck - Munich: Ponte Gardena (German Waidbruck) - 13 km, Bressanone (German Brixen) - 31 km, Bolzano - 40 km.

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Val Gardena

Val Gardena: about the resort

Do not try to find the town of Val Gardena on the map - it is not. Like other resorts in the Dolomiti Superski region, Val Gardena (or Gröden in German) is the name of a ski region that unites three resorts. Val Gardena is located in the center of South Tyrol, earlier this part belonged to Austria, and you can feel it literally in everything. The local population speaks three languages \u200b\u200bfluently: Italian and German - the official languages \u200b\u200bof South Tyrol (Alto Adige), and even a rare Ladin - native to the local population. Many villages and names in the Val Gardena and neighboring valleys often have two and sometimes three names, often dissimilar to each other. Ortisei in Italian sounds like Ortisei, in German St. Ulrich, and in Ladin Urtijei. The Ladin language (it belongs to the Romansh and is considered one of the endangered) is spoken by only about 25 thousand people, and often each region has its own dialects. For centuries, the mountainous regions of Trentino have been isolated from the outside world, and the local villages still have strong traditions and crafts. In many Dolomite villages, woodcarving and lace weaving are held in high esteem, and themselves locals are distinguished by their friendliness and hospitality.

Val Gardena is one of the most popular destinations in the heart of the Dolomites. It is without doubt one of the most beautiful regions in Italy, located along the famous Sella Ronda circular route. All major towns in the region offer a good range of accommodation options. Val Gardena hosts annual international competitions, including the legendary Alpine Ski World Cup on the Saslong track.

pros
- Large selection of accommodation options
- Magnificent scenery
- Good preparation of the tracks
- Many possibilities for children
- Good restaurants

Minuses
- Slopes and lifts are often crowded
- Fairly high price level
- Few long runs for beginners
- Not too busy nightlife
- Ski-in ski out opportunities are limited

How to Get to Val Gardena

The nearest international airport is Bolzano - 40 km. Innsbruck Airport is 120 km away and Verona Airport is 190 km away. Traveling by car from Munich takes more than 3.5 hours (316 km).

By train, Val Gardena can be reached via Brunico in the Kronplatz region (16 km from the resort), then by bus. From Milan, the train runs 5 times a day, the journey takes 3.5 hours, with a change in Verona. Closest to the motorway is the village of Ortisei.
Bus schedule - http://www.sii.bz.it, taxi order - http://www.taxiautosella.it.

Val Gardena: facts and tracks

Ski area - 1060-2518 m
The total length of tracks - 175 km
blue - 35%
red - 55%
black - 10%

Lifts:
Gondolas - 2, cabins - 7, chairlifts - 43, drag - 30

Season:
First lifts open in November, full season: early December - early / mid April

Ski passes in Val Gardena

Dolomiti Superski skipass
For 6 days:
265-294 euros for adults, 185-206 euros for children over 8 years old.

Children under 8 years old ride for free when purchasing a ski pass by one of the closest relatives.
There are also discounts for skiers over 65 years old. Discounts and special offers are available at the beginning and end of the season. The lift pass is valid in all 12 valleys of the Dolomiti Superski region (in total, this is 1200 km of slopes in various resorts, but not all of them are fully connected).

Application for iPhone, iPod Touch and iPad) and Android (webcams, news, events, weather, snow, lifts, maps and diagrams, photos and videos, background information):. The app is free.

Val Gardena: prices

Equipment rental for 6 days - 160-180 euros
Classes in groups (5 days 3 hours) - from 250 euros
Individual lessons with an instructor - from 47 euros / hour
Visit to the aquatic center - 8.5 euros
Visiting the ice palace - 6 euros

Sella Ronda

Sella Ronda is one of the most beautiful ski safari routes in Italy and possibly in the Alps through the Ladin valleys (Val Gardena), Alta Badia (Alta Badia), Val di Fassa (Val di Fassa) and Arabba (Arabba)... On this route, you can drive about 40 km clockwise (marked in orange on the piste map) or against it (marked in green on the map), of which about 23 km are ski slopes. Sella Ronda is suitable for intermediate skiers. It is believed that the "orange" route is somewhat more difficult than the "green" one.

Val Gardena: where to ride

Val Gardena is a former Austrian possession that became part of Italy after the First World War, the influence of Italy and Austria in a bizarre way mixed in the local culture and cuisine. Val Gardena consists of three spa towns: Ortisei (Ortisei, 1235 m), Santa cristina (Santa Cristina, 1466 m) and Selva Gardena (Selva Gardena, 1563 m). Ortisei good for families with children, the resort has many hotels with wellness centers, a good selection of restaurants and shops. Santa cristina - the most compact resort in the region, there are not many hotels in this town, but they are good. Selva Gardena or, in German, Wolkenstein is a good option for those who want to ride more challenging trails and travel to neighboring regions. Selva (also called Selva di Val Gardena) has many good hotels, it is easy to find an apartment, this is the busiest of the Val Gardena resorts.

Val Gardena is famous for the quality and variety of tracks. From the upper station Piz Cella, you can get off the black trail towards Selva or go to the Sellajoch trails (2240 \u200b\u200bm) and the trails above Plan de Galba (1780 m). The most difficult black trail is the long and winding descent to Selva Gardena from the Ciampioni summit (2254 m). From the same peak, but from the east side, a shorter and less winding, but also very difficult black track descends into Santa Cristina. For lovers of difficult slopes, it is the Piz Cella - Monte de Seura area (2115 m) with interesting red slopes that pass through the forest in the lower part is recommended. Some red trails in little snowy weather can have rather difficult black sections. The traditional Sella Ronda trail may seem boring to experienced skiers, but the black and red trails at Porta Vescovo above Arabba are worth a look. For those who like to ride between trees, it is worth paying attention to Piz la Ila: the slope under the gondola to La Villa (this is already the Alta Badia region) is quite long and steep. For beginners, the Alpe di Siusi area is more suitable, strong skiers there may be curious to test their speed on a special section.

Long and wide tracks between Santa Cristina and Ortisei, well suited for beginner skiers and snowboarders. A gondola from Ortisei takes you to the main ski area to Monte Piz (2109 m). The resorts of Santa Cristina and Selva Gardena are connected by a system of lifts, from Selva to Ortisei there is a regular ski-bus.

In the high season in Val Gardena, virgin soil is rolled out quickly enough. But with the desire and some effort, you can find incredibly beautiful routes for freeriding. In particular, having climbed on the Sass Pordoi cabin to the elevation of 2950 m, you can walk a little to the north, going on foot to the Boe hut (2873 m, in winter it is usually closed). From here begins the picturesque Val Mezdi ("midday valley", so named for the fact that only at this time the sun penetrates into it). Slightly gloomy, but defiantly beautiful cliffs, untouched snow, narrow canyons - the route requires a good command of the technique and it is advisable to take it with a guide. From the top of the route, an incredible view of the resorts lying below opens up.

Val Gardena: Apres-ski

The restaurants in Val Gardena are dominated by Tyrolean and Ladin cuisine, with a clear predominance of meat dishes (although good fish can also be found in hotel restaurants). In Selva, many good restaurants are located at the hotels. Tyrol, Dorfer, Nives, Mignon are popular, they serve traditional South Tyrol dishes. Each of the good hotels has its own bars and restaurants. An excellent gastronomic restaurant operates in the Alpenroyal Grand Hotel. The charming Anna Stuben restaurant is renowned for its cuisine and pleasant atmosphere, as noted by a Michelin guide. Most of the guests choose accommodation with half board, and the food in most hotels is delicious and plentiful, so do not overextend yourself. High season (Christmas and New Year, school holidays, February) in the most popular restaurants it is better to book a table in advance, otherwise you will not get into it.

Having a snack or a hearty lunch in the mountains is also not a problem in Val Gardena, because you are in Italy. Most of the mountain huts and restaurants offer Tyrolean, Ladin and Italian cuisine, and there are some excellent fish restaurants (notably Vallongia). Traditional lunch - various soups, polenta with mushrooms and other additives, and, of course, all kinds of pasta. Full list mountain restaurants -

Quite good fashion stores are located in Ortisei, prices are more in line with the elite resorts. During the season, the valley resorts host many interesting events. In December, Santa Cristina hosts the Alpine Ski World Cup stage - a very entertaining and interesting event that gathers thousands of fans.

Val Gardena: more than skiing

The valley towns have indoor pools, ice rinks and wellness centers. You can play tennis and squash in Ortisei. In the evening you can sit in a cafe, in a restaurant or drop by a disco. In Selva and Santa Cristina there are specialized ski shops and souvenir shops. In the local history museum, you can get acquainted with the history of the valley, see old household items, carved wooden sculptures. It is worth visiting the ancient Fishburg Castle in Santa Cristina, built in the 17th century. There are many luxury hotels in the valley, many with excellent wellness centers. In Ortisei, there is the Mar Dolomiti aqua center with a large swimming pool, a complex of cascades, saunas and a wellness complex. Alpin Garden Wellness Resort has a luxurious Wellness & Spa Cleopatra complex with an area of \u200b\u200bmore than 1000 square meters with swimming pools, several jacuzzis, various saunas and a beauty center. The complex also has a fitness center with panoramic view to the dolomite rock Sassolungo. In the village of Selva Gardena, there is one of the most luxurious hotels in the Alps, which has been repeatedly recognized as the best ski and spa hotel in Italy - Sporthotel Alpenroyalp Gourmet & Relax. It is a member of The Leading Hotels of the World and offers a modern spa and a wide range of treatments.

Val Gardena: with children

The resort has a kindergarten with a ski school. A large children's sector at the foot of the mountain is located in Ortisei. The Mickey Mountain Club, located in Selva, is for children from 4 to 12 years old and offers a varied program. The Junior Club, for teenagers from 11 to 18 years old, is located in Selva. In addition to skiing, the family is offered a large selection of entertainment: special programs, snowshoeing, dog and horse sledding, toboggan runs and ice rinks - Be prepared for the fact that most of the ski instructors do not speak Russian (Italian, German, etc.) less often - English - local standard).
- When planning a trip to the Sella Ronda or to other remote valleys, carefully study the opening hours of the lifts. Getting stuck in a neighboring or not quite neighboring valley is an expensive pleasure: it is much faster to ski between resorts than on the road, and a taxi trip can cost a pretty penny.
- Avoid riding the Sella Ronda during peak periods, otherwise you can spend a lot of time in queues.

Valley Val Gardena is located in the Dolomites and lies among the mountain ranges with the highest points of Sassolungo, Sella, Chir and Shiliar, the length of the valley is 15 kilometers. Many skiers start their acquaintance with the Italian alpine slopes from here.

The geographical location of the Val Gardena resort is South Tyrol, at the junction of the borders of Italy, Germany and Austria. This ski area consists of three centers:

• Selvalocated at an altitude of 1,563 m above sea level;
• Santa Cristina - 1428 m;
• Ortisei - 1236 m.

The tracks are 175 km long. The highest peak is Sassolungo (3181 m).

Val Gardena - a ski resort ideal for families. This part of the Alps has fairly gentle slopes and a lot of entertainment, so the resort is considered a region perfectly suited for recreation during winter holidays. Toddlers under the age of eight can ride and use the lifts for free. Most children's tracks in the zone Alpe di Siusi, where there is a park adapted for young snowboarders.

Val Gardena has cross-country skiing trails. In the vicinity of Santa Cristina, there is a ski track tens of kilometers away from the picturesque town of Monte Pana.

All slopes of the Val Gardena resort, regardless of the degree of difficulty, are perfectly prepared for the descent. Feedback from tourists confirms that the ski lift system at the resort is modern, the instructors are highly professional, and if necessary, snow cannons work. The picture is completed by picturesque surroundings, unspoilt towns and alpine villages, and an amazing view of the Dolomites.

How to get there?

The Val Gardena resort is located 40 km from Bolzano, 300 km from Milan, 250 from Venice, 700 km from Rome, and 120 km from the Austrian Innsbruck. These cities have airports.

The most convenient way to get to Val Gardena is from Bolzanofrom where buses leave every hour and take you to the address in just 60 minutes. Bus line 350 runs through Bressanone, line 170 runs through Castelrotto, line 471 connects the resort with the Dolomite passes. From the surrounding towns to Val Gardena, you can also reach at night, during the hot ski season, buses run until 2.30, in summer until 0.30, the price of one trip is € 2.50, a night ticket for several trips is € 4.

If you arrived in Verona, first you need to take the train to Ponte Gardena (German Waidbruck), and then take the 350 line bus to Val Gardena. The entire journey will take just over two hours and cost between € 10.85 and € 14.35 (train) and € 2.5 (bus). You can take the train to Bolzano, and then by bus to Selva.

During the ski season, when the influx of tourists begins, there are direct bus routes from the airports Innsbruck, Bergamo and Verona... A one-way ticket costs € 25, round-trip tickets - € 39, tickets are not required for children under 5 years old.

Ski passes in Val Gardena are paid. It is better to buy tickets in advance in terminals at a train station or transport stops, at a hotel or in tourist center... There are quite enough points of sale of season tickets, there you can also take a map of the resort, schemes of lifts and tracks for free. A resort pass for one day costs € 3, for a week - € 7, for a season - € 35, children can travel for free.

Val Gardena climate

The resort is located in an area with a temperate alpine climate, characterized by warm summers and relatively cold winters. In summer, the average air temperature is about + 15 ° C, but the nights are cool, and during the day the air can warm up to + 30 ° C. The weather is unstable during the summer months, especially in August. Autumn can be rainy, but it often snows in early November, especially on mountain peaks.

In November, frosty weather sets in and the snow on the tracks does not melt anymore. In winter, the Italian Alps may surprise you with 20-degree frosts at night, but this phenomenon is not common. Usually, the night temperature in winter does not drop below -7 ° C, and during the day it is often about 0 ° C. Air humidity in the Alps is low, so frosts are easily tolerated.

Trails and lifts

• Large and fun area "Alpe di Siusi", which is chosen by many tourists. Kilometers of well-equipped slopes of various difficulty levels, lifts (chairs, gondolas, tows) are mandatory components of a modern ski resort.

• For those who decided to test their skiing on the famous Sella Ronde, you need to get by ski-bus to Santa Cristina or Selva Gardena. It is known that the overwhelming majority of skiers come to the Dolomites precisely in order to visit Sella ronda... 600 kilometers of magnificent slopes, which are connected by a system of ski lifts, can be used by both pros and novice skiers. The entire circular route stretches for 40 km. Experienced skiers pass the Around the World in three hours.

• For skiers who feel confident on the track, the slopes on which the World Championship took place are suitable: Ciampioni - Selva or Ciampioni - Santa Cristina. The tracks are in excellent condition.
• For those who like to explore virgin lands, we advise you to go through the run Secheda (2518 m) - Count Raiser (2103 m). Walking through the huge snow-white is impressive.

• For those who are confident in skiing, but do not consider themselves an ace, we recommend paying attention to three tracks with Chiampioni, and one of Danterchepiesthat end in Santa Cristine and Selve.

Ski passes

Having been to ski resorts at least once, they understand how important it is to take care of the purchase of a ski pass in a timely manner - a pass to the ski lifts. Optimal ski pass for Val Gardena - six days. Ski pass prices depend on the season. Subscription price for adults:

• high season - € 216;
• low - € 190;
• at the beginning of the season - € 173.

If a child under 8 years old is riding with you, he will be able to go to the lift for free if one of the parents has a ski pass.

Teenagers under sixteen years old pay a subscription:

• high season - € 151;
• low season - € 133;
• at the beginning of the season - € 121.

People of a respectable age or seniors, in Val Gardena's terminology, will pay:

• high season - € 194;
• low season - € 171;
• at the beginning of the season - € 155.

Buying a ski pass for 6 days or more helps to save a lot, for comparison, a one-day pass costs for an adult:

• high season - € 46;
• low season - € 42;
• at the beginning of the season - € 37.

Ortisei

The Germans call this city Sankt Ulrich... A nice town located in the flattest part of the valley (1236 m). Only 5.5 thousand people live in Ortisei. It looks like a fairytale town with puppet streets, hotels, apartments, workshops and restaurants.

There are cross-country skiing trails, walking paths and colorful surroundings that take beautiful landscape photos. For a change, you can go to the museum with wooden sculptures.

There are two ski schools in Ortisei with 80 ski instructors and 20 snowboarder instructors. There is a children's ski school, a kindergarten for kids from two years old. The organizers did not forget about the children's ski area and two ski lifts for the youngest skiers.

The city has an ice rink, a school for beginner ski jumpers, you can go to the pool or fitness center, play tennis or squash. Ortisei is home to the largest Aquacenter in the Dolomites.

Staying at the resort will not seem monotonous to anyone, everyone will find entertainment here to their liking: restaurants, discos, bars, a cinema, shops with funny souvenirs, shops selling sports equipment.

Santa Cristina Valgardena

This picturesque alpine village nestles at an altitude of 1428 m. To the right of it is Ortisei, left - Selva Gardena... The Italians reasonably claim that the local landscapes are "mildly romantic". They are right - Santa Cristina is a secluded and charming place.

The 37 km of pistes will delight skiers in Santa Cristina Valgardena, who can take one of the two lifts to Monte Pana, a plateau with gentle and easy slopes ideal for beginners. For the pros, there is the famous cup slope Sassolungo... He like Ciampinoi, he finishes in the Val Gardena. These tracks are of the "black" category, that is, of increased difficulty. Another area available for skiing is Seceda... This place is very popular with middlings who enjoy skating on a wide plateau bathed in sun.

Selva Gardena

In German this city is called Wolkenstein... It is the busiest and largest of the Val Gardena towns. A very good option for those who love difficult tracks.

From the station Piz cella there is access to the black trail in Selva di Val Gardena. You can get to the highway Sellajoch to an altitude of 2240 m and a track that starts above Plan de galba at an elevation of 1780 m. Difficult, long and winding track paved with Ciampioni in Selva Gardena. A slightly simpler track from the same point leads to Santa Cristina.

Fans of slopes of increased difficulty will find trails for themselves in the area Piz cella-monte de seura... In their lower part, the slopes cross the forest. With light snow cover, black areas appear on these red trails. For confident skiers, there are trails in Porta vescovo... Those who like to ride among the trees should pay attention to the slope Piz la Ila to La Villa - steep and long. Beginners better pay attention to Alpe di Siusi, and experienced skiers will be able to test themselves for speed on one of the special sections.

There is a child in Selva Mickey mountain cluband Junior Club for teenagers. You can safely come here with the whole family, nobody will be bored in Selva: entertainment programs, sledding trips, toboggan runs and skating rinks - there is plenty to choose from.

• Most of the instructors do not speak Russian. German, Italian and English languages \u200b\u200bare used.
• Going by Sella ronda to "around the world", study the hours of the lifts, think about how to get back, otherwise you will have to go to the hotel by taxi, which is very expensive.

• If you don't want to stand in long lines, opt for off-peak hours to descend the Sella Ronda.
• During the high season, ski buses run in 10-15 minutes, out of season - less often.
• Parking at the lifts is paid - € 5 per day.

It's definitely worth a trip to Val Gardena at least once - the prices here are not too high, the place is wonderful, the food is delicious, there are trails for everyone. Just keep in mind that this resort is not one of the highest in the mountains, the snow can melt in March, so do not delay the trip.

Vladimir Izvarin

Tom Janson:

“I was in Val Gardena with three buddies: a seasoned snowboarder, consolidating last year's skills as a snowboarder and a skier. And I am a beginner snowboarder. The mountains of beauty are mesmerizing, in Ortisei and Alpe di Suissi unparalleled views.

The ski areas seemed difficult to me, even experienced skiers and snowboarders find that some of the tracks are not easy. Having surveyed a large area Dolomiti Super Ski, decided that it was better to stay closer to Selva. There are some cool red runs, and the blue ones are quite good, albeit very shallow. Strained inaccurate map of tracks, although they are almost everywhere far from perfect. The après-ski was quite satisfying - there were a couple of decent restaurants and bars nearby. This is quite enough for us, we did not strive to anneal to the stupor.

In general, I like Val Gardena. I will certainly go there again. "

Georgy, Novosibirsk

“Val Gardena is the most mediocre skiing region I know. Lifts in incredible numbers, all mixed up, inconveniently communicated. We were “pleased” by the blue tracks, which suddenly turn red and just as unexpectedly - green. Therefore, there are constant traffic jams on the slopes, and the condition of the track is not the best. There are only a few long and uniform trails throughout the region. True, there are some decent snow parks. For those who enjoy nature, this place is quite suitable. And for the descent - it is doubtful. "

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Victor, Moscow

“Last year, for the first time, I took out my six-year-old granddaughter with the specific purpose of putting her on skis. With a choice for a long time I was not wise, I stopped at the Alpe de Suis. A lot of offers from instructors for groups and individuals of different prices: about 60 CHF per day with meals up to 58 CHF per hour of private lessons. They brought the children's skis presented for the New Year with them, and took unpretentious amateur skis for 12 euros a day at the rental point.

Despite his very unconvincing skill, he undertook to teach on his own: after all, it is not professionalism that is important, but communication and relaxation with the baby. I fiddled with her until I drop! Amazing beautiful places, wonderful air! The week of mutual perseverance was not in vain: the child is now not afraid of skiing, in any case. "

Alla, Moscow

“Every year we try to get out to Ortisei with a small company. Been here more than once. I noticed that the place is chosen immediately and then does not change: "from good to good ...", as they say. It is difficult to consider us athletes, we devote no more than 2-3 hours a day to skiing. The rest of the time is for the soul!

The resort of Ortisei has a surprisingly romantic atmosphere. You can just walk along the streets, occasionally going into wonderful shops, restaurants, bars, etc. Every day I was in the pool - a Moscow habit. There is a sauna, tennis, even a golf course! Everything is in place, convenient and beautiful. "

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Val Gardena is a valley more than 15 km wide with a wide range of quality trails. The skiing season here lasts from early December to mid-April. The resort includes three towns with well-developed infrastructure - Ortisei (Ortisei, 1236 m), Santa Cristina (St. Cristina, 1428 m) and Selva (Selva, 1563 m).

Entertainment and attractions

The resort infrastructure in Val Gardena is well developed: there are many attractions, discos, bars, cozy restaurants, fashionable shops, indoor ice rinks and swimming pools.

Provided for guests and cultural leisure - Italy, after all. You should start acquaintance with the historical heritage of the region with the Museum of Local Lore (website with English version). Among its exhibits: ancient archaeological finds, petrified reptiles, old wooden toys, centuries-old sculptures and canvases.

The woodcarvers' works are on display at the permanent exhibition Art 52 (website with English version). You can admire the masterpieces of sculpture and painting in art gallery Unika (website with English version).

There are many beautiful temples in the Dolomites, for example, the parish church in Ortisei. This magnificent Baroque building impresses with its striking interior and exterior decoration. Tourists love to ride to the ancient medieval castles, or rather, their ruins. The most visited castles are Wolkenstein and Fishburg.

In summer, the breathtaking panoramas of the blooming Alps attract travelers no less than the icy slopes and snow-covered fir trees. Tourists are encouraged to go hiking, fishing, horse riding, mountaineering, rafting, parachuting or cycling.

7 things to do in Val Gardena

1. Take a 40-kilometer walk along the famous "Dolomite Carousel" - Selle Ronda.
2. Go to a restaurant for observation deck and forget about food, admiring the most beautiful mountains in the world.
3. Learn at least one trick on a trampoline in a snow park.
4. Capture your descent with an action camera to show off to your friends.
5. Practice mountaineering and want to conquer Everest.
6. Capture dozens of shades of famous pink sunsets.
7. Arrange the most ambitious après-ski, because the parties of Val Gardena allow it.

Val Gardena for children

Val Gardena is great for families. The range of winter entertainment for children is naturally wide - people ride here not only skiing, but also snowboarding, sledging, ice skating. There are also mountaineering centers in the resort.

In the sports schools of Val Gardena, even those who have barely learned to walk are put on skis.

A special 6-kilometer trail has been opened for a dashing toboggan run in Ortisei. The rise is carried out from the Rasciesa station. Skating rinks are everywhere - even in hotels and restaurants. The most popular sites are the ice rink at the Iman Sports Center in Santa Cristina and the Pranives (website with English version) in Selva.

The theme of sports entertainment is continued by the Mar Dolomit aqua center (website), however, from the entertainment here there is only a pool, there are no attractions. In summer, little ones will be delighted with the PanaRaida obstacle trail, where you will find fascinating labyrinths, a tunnel with elves and a giant forest swing.

Middle-aged children and adults should visit Col de Flam Adventure Park (website with English version). The most courageous are invited to walk along the rope paths at a breathtaking height. It's not so scary to look down from the back of a pony - and there is such a leisure option here. Children are also having fun on the playground with trampolines.

Weather in Val Gardena

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In the summer, the inhabitants of Italy escape from the exhausting heat of the city in the mountains, because the air in Val Gardena is fresh and the temperatures are moderate.