It is of rare beauty, once you get there you will want to come back every year. The focal point is Ortisei, an earthly paradise. From Ortisei you can take the cable car and go up to a place where you can see all the mountain peaks in the area, it is something special. The languages ​​spoken in the area are German and less Italian, but you can also manage with English. The food is very good as a result of the combination of the above.

Val Gardena for ski is in my top3 in Europe (been to 5 resorts in Dolomites, 3 in Val di Sole, 2 in Austrian Tirol, 3 in Aosta…) - why? You have all the options: long trails like Gardenissima (6km), La Longia (8km acc to my watch), Cir etc. You have shorter runs in Sassolungo part of the resort. You have difficult runs as well as long gentle easy ones. You have everything + one of the most beautiful scenery you can imagine, Sella massif, Sassolungo massif, Seceda, incredible Seceda. Visited few times but always before season in December and no crowds. The only negative- train connecting Seceda part to Sassolungo part is not always reliable. This place every ski person needs to visit at least once ina lifetime

Val Gardena offers breathtaking alpine scenery that captivates at every turn. Towering Dolomite peaks, lush meadows, and winding trails create a paradise for nature lovers. Whether hiking, skiing, or simply admiring the views, the landscape is serene and majestic. It’s a perfect escape into the heart of natural beauty.

Beautiful City with many attractions, hiking close by, views and artistic shops.

2 easy trails that showcase the stunning landscapes of the region: 1. Monte Pana to Alpe di Siusi (Seiser Alm) - Length: 7 km (one way) - Duration: 2-3 hours - Starting Point: Monte Pana This gentle hike takes you through lush meadows and forests, offering panoramic views of the Alpe di Siusi and the surrounding Dolomites. 2. Col Raiser to Seceda - Length: 6 km (one way) - Duration: 2-3 hours - Starting Point: Col Raiser cable car station A scenic and relatively easy trail that offers stunning views of the Odle/Geisler group and the vast meadows of Seceda.

Val Gardena is a slice of Alpine paradise that truly encapsulates the beauty and charm of the Dolomites. From the moment you arrive in this stunning region, you're greeted by a sense of tranquility and natural wonder that's hard to match. The towering peaks of the Dolomites serve as a dramatic backdrop to the picturesque villages that dot the landscape. Val Gardena's villages, including Ortisei, Selva di Val Gardena, and Santa Cristina, exude a warm and inviting atmosphere. The traditional Tyrolean architecture blends seamlessly with the surrounding nature, creating a sense of harmony that is both comforting and awe-inspiring. For outdoor enthusiasts, Val Gardena is a dream come true. The region offers a plethora of hiking trails that cater to all levels of experience, allowing you to explore the lush valleys, serene meadows, and challenging mountain paths. In the winter, the area transforms into a winter wonderland, offering world-class skiing and snowboarding opportunities that draw enthusiasts from around the globe. The local cuisine is a delightful journey for your taste buds. Traditional dishes made from locally sourced ingredients provide a true taste of the region, and dining in one of the charming mountain huts is an experience not to be missed. What sets Val Gardena apart, however, is its unique blend of nature, culture, and hospitality. The warmth of the locals, their rich traditions, and the harmonious coexistence with the natural world create an ambiance that's as unforgettable as the breathtaking landscapes themselves. Whether you're seeking adventure, relaxation, or a cultural escape, Val Gardena delivers on all fronts. It's a destination that invites you to disconnect from the ordinary and immerse yourself in the extraordinary beauty of the Dolomites.

Nice place to stay during vacation,a lot of good restaurant and wonderful natural view

Must see! It is so special, stunning views, special cable car, workers there work so hard to push us in and drag us out. Long ride and steep, gorgeous views, windy cold up there, bring your coat. Purchase a 3 days summer pass, ride cable car to save time and relax.

So worth the drive. It is breathtaking in October. Less crowds but still some movement on the road. A lots of stops along the way to be able to take pictures and enjoy the view

A grand spectacle from the top of mountain. Standing lift is also unique experience!

Here starts hiking routes with beautiful, breathtaking views.

Lovely but not breathtaking imo. Requires some walking to explore, not a stop and go spot. Hard to find a parking spot.

Great experience with the coffin escalator. Breath taking views on the way and up in the mountains. Highly recommend hiking shoes on even not doing the hike.

I found this piece of paper with a message and a little drawing in the café’s bathroom when I visited Passo Sella, and it absolutely made my day.

The hiking at the top of this lift is insanely beautiful - many options - we did the Rasciesa Ridge hike with incredible views across the Odle and the Auserraschotz. We did the official hike “backwards” starting with this lift and ending at the Rasciesa funicular - two great Refugios to stop and eat and enjoy the views along the 4-5 hour hike, and incredible 360 degree views. The lift itself was first class - very comfortable cabin, like new, easy to buy tickets, well run, great facilities around the lift, a little difficult to find the parking for but we eventually made it - highly recommended. Lots of other hikes from easy to extremely difficult and technical in the area.

This is the most beautiful ski resort I have ever seen. This place has a view of mountains all around. The huge mountain range of dolomites can be seen from here. A clear sunny day is recommended to visit this top. Amazing place.

Sella Ronda is fantastic but very expensive. It's hard to find parking spaces, and that cost 8 euros a day.

Nice long trip with great views and restaurant at the top

Incredibile views in the morning and evening and from the sky with fly2🥰

top!!

Telecabine with mid station that goes from just Above Selva to the top of the ridge towards Corvara. Has a split queue for single riders. This used to go straight up the mountain, but got taken out by a landslide so now goes up the side of the valley.

A fairly interesting, but challenging hike. The ascent includes some light via ferrata elements, but no special equipment is needed. There’s a safety cable along the trail to help. For better stability on sections with loose rocks, I’d recommend bringing trekking poles

Gorgeous fun drive but sadly very popular so it can get busy but when you dive it or bike it, you will see why!

The views are INSANE! One of those places where you cannot believe your eyes. No matter where you turn you can see mountains. There are many cables around to get to the top of the mountains or to the walking hikes near the peaks. Parking on top is 2€/h max 8€/ day. We came around 11 AM and it was half full. It is quite chilly so bring a jacket

Gardena Pass is one of the most popular check-in spots in the Dolomites. Many travelers stop here for a walk and to take photos. The area offers many beautiful viewpoints that are perfect for capturing memorable pictures.

An absolutely iconic pass! I rode through it on my motorbike, and the breathtaking scenery was nothing short of magical!

Amazing place! I would suggest to end your day here, since it’s easy reachable with the car. No entrance, easy parking (max €4 per hour), a lot of gondola/ cable options around. The road is amazing and popular under motorcycles, exciting mountainbike roads, a few hotels with restaurants. Stunning views, just generally really nice, even without hiking!

The landscapes are truly rare and beautiful. We didn't go after some trails but there are many of them. The area is worth seeing! 🤩

In general this cable cars is good and quite new but despite other cable cars there was a small queue always and a lot of beginners on the slope under this chairlift. I used ciampioni slopes couple of times to explore but because of crowds and just because of slopes itself they did not liked me a lot. There pretty big amount of less crowded well slopes in the region and I always went there. Views from the top are great I recommend to sit for a coffee in the restaurant on top of the ski lift, there both inside and outside places with great views.

The Ciampinoi cable car offers a smooth and scenic ride up into the stunning Dolomites. There’s convenient parking just below the cable car station, with access via an internal walkway—note that the building is only open until 5:30 PM. Tickets are €28 return per person and there’s a manned tickets and payment office right next to the parking area. Parking for thr 4.5 hours cost us 10euros. The tickets are somewhat pricey for summer! The cable car ride itself takes around 10 minutes, offering breathtaking views of the surrounding mountains and the valley below, including Selva town centre. At the top, there’s a terrace with 360-degree panoramic views—perfect for taking in the dramatic landscape or snapping some great photos. A must-do if you’re visiting Selva and want easy access to high-altitude scenery without a long hike.

Amazing 360 view from the top Quite expensive (26€up and down), but normal for this area

Highly recommend! At the top, there’s a family-friendly area with a lovely restaurant and stunning views. A perfect spot to relax and enjoy the scenery after the ride.

The cable cars' windows are not fully transparent as those are full of scratches. But the mountain top offeres breathtaking views. Also good for mountain biking and trekking and skiing in the winter. Highly recommend.

Amazing chair lift great food at the top.

Great service and simple ticketsale online.

The ski school were impeccable in carrying out the there responsibility to keep us safe whilst training us up to a higher standard of skiing. Our instructor (Simon) was patient, responsible, kind, informative on all aspects of weather, areas of skiing, and picking the perfect places to ski, especially when the conditions were not the best. Would highly recommend and use the ski school again .

We had the best instructor for our 7 year old snowboarder. It was her first time snowboarding and Cicilia made the dream come true! We took 5x2h private lessons and there she is, afternoon of day 5 navigating the red piste with us. Our daughter loved her to bits. Can 100% recommend!

My daughter had 6 half day group snowboard sessions after a bit of a disaster with our booking through Crystal Ski (told us the day before our holiday that they didn’t offer the full day group snowboard sessions we’d booked 🫣) and she absolutely loved it. More importantly the improvement from day one to day 6 was amazing and she went from the nursery slope to coming down quite difficult red runs confidently. Her instructor Cedric was awesome, he made her journey fun whilst making sure her technique was improving all the time so would recommend him in a heart beat - cheers Ceddy!

We had a great experience with the school! They are very professional and we saw a lot of friendly ski instructors on the slopes throughout the week (both with kids and adults). Our ski instructor was Günter, which was really professional and friendly, always with a positive energy which made our learning days so much fun!

Our favorite ski school in Selva di Val Gardena! ⛷️ Ski School Selva the red team offers an excellent service, all skilled and energetic instructors who manage to transmit their passion for skiing, with the Dolomites providing an incredible backdrop. From 3 years old up anyone should do lessons in the morning with such fantastic team! 🥳 Thanks to Maestro Thomas, and Maestre Leila and Elena 🫶🏻🫶🏻🫶🏻

We were a group of eight friends and family skiing together around Val Gardena and the grander of the Sella Ronda area. This was my first time in this area, whilst most of the others had been there before. We used the service of Simon Demez as a private instructor for a week. Simon was instrumental in making our experience outstanding. He led us professionally and safely to nice locations, helping each one to improve without compromising on the group's experience. The ski equipment, some of the hired at the same ski school, worked well, the rental process was fast, and we got a nice discount. I am looking forward to skiing there again next year with Simon.

Simply perfect! I have spent a wonderful week skiing with Mirko Perathoner: he always chose the best scenario for the day based on the weather, snow conditions, scenic views, and great restaurants for the lunch (the experience should be full when you go skiing😉). From the technical point of view as a coach Mirko had a good eye: he immediately sees where lie the roots of person major problem, or why there is no further progression, and suggests simple but super working exercises!

Great family friendly walk. Lots of cows and beautiful bells ringing. Rifugio right at car park. Water fountains along the walk.

For me, the Vallunga was the finish of the trail #16 from the Puez Hut. So we walk it all way from the beginning to the end. It is a beautiful, peaceful and restful place. Something like a path to or from heaven... Lucky locals to enjoy such a marvelous valley.

Awesome place for a walk. Wonderful views, easy paths. Shame we didnt manage to see it during a better weather, but it's still a good direction even during a rain. The lake on some pictures is seasonal - no water in August.

We did about a 7 mile walk here. After Seceda yesterday, the calm and quiet was much appreciated. We saw cows and white tailed deer during the walk. Parking lot takes cards (several reviews mentioned it being cash only)

It's a nice walk inside, and I saw a deer. But it got away quickly. Quiet and peaceful place

Calm and beautiful. During autumn visit this place late afternoon because only then sun reaches this place.

Very nice and easy walk with great views all along. More adventurous hikers can make a loop and climb to the surrounding cliffs. Basic trail is kids and dog friendly, provided you dog has nothing against cows which are abundant along the trail.

We enjoyed the Sassolungo twice in different days. Each time the trip was memorable. The coffin gondola to Forcella de Sassolungo is an interesting experience mainly because the access seems a bit tricky (needs attention and a fast moving). However, the staff was very helpful. From the top station, many people choose to descend and take the loop around the stones.

Beautiful mountain and view, and very nice experience overall, but one of the lift employees was very poorly mannered. My girlfriend tried to record the lift coming into the station before we got on, and he grabbed the phone out of her hands with no warning and aggressively told her to put it away. Its understandable if its against their rules to record the lift, or use the phone in the lift area; i would imagine there is signage somewhere, and we missed it, but its not difficult to inform us politely. To be clear, many of the lift staff that helped us in the area were great, but this one guy really left a bad taste in our mouth.

Fantastic experience in the " coffin" cable car. And once arrived up there, there is a nice, a little bit challenging hike. But it worth every effort

The experience with Via Ferrata Forcella Sassolungo was unbelievably mesmerising! The views were stunning… The attraction of climbing spots - everything great prepared! It spends average two or three hours to do this route. It is one of my favourite Via Ferrata in Dolomites, with no doubts! 🫶🏻

Amazing place with outstanding views, unfortunately overcrowded.

Weather was perfect to duck into to warm up. Outside 12° F./ -11° C.

Simply spectacular. It was a beautiful day so it was perfect.

It’s amazing to realize this old castle ruin is tucked into the cliffs here, even if you don’t hike all the way up. It’s nice to look at from the outside, but entry is not allowed for safety reasons, so you can’t actually explore inside. Worth a quick stop if you’re nearby, but not a must-do if you’re short on time.

Not a must-have but a nice location when around.

Naive place . And great house put there nothing in , iron , soap . Shampoo nothings at at all , at least we know the system and will buy all , coz all super closed early

"... Path well marked. ..."

Beautiful

Quater sass

(Translated by Google) ruins of the ancient castle worth seeing on the way, little remains, the setting is beautiful and nature dominates. (Original) rovine dell'antico castello da vedere di passaggio, resta poco, il contesto è bellissimo e la natura domina.

Nice hiking opportunity with great views, yet not too challenging :)

Stunning

Beautiful views. Path to get to the summit is not very easy. You need to use your hands to climb safely

Gorgious hike to the top. We went with the car to Compatch (20 euro's parking), went by bus to Saltria and then took the last lift to the Florian lift. We hiked up the Platzkofel in 2,5h and went back in 1,5h. Nice hike, last part is a bit steep! The views are stunning

Stunning scenery

The signpost isn't positioned on the top of the mountain. This signpost is google managed so it's impossible for the users to correct it. The true coordinates are N46° 30.793' E11° 42.986'

Since South Tyrol and all Dolomities are located in Italy, it's better to contain the Italian name as well, which is Sasso Piatto

Great park/playground. I loved the climbing-related equipment

(Translated by Google) Beautiful playground, great play equipment, lovingly laid out (Original) Wunderschöner Spielplatz, tolle Spielgeräte, liebevoll angelegt

(Translated by Google) Very cute and equipped with many games (Original) Molti carino e attrezzato di tanti giochi

(Translated by Google) Lovingly designed playground. Top (Original) Liebevoll gestalteter Spielplatz. Topp

(Translated by Google) We stopped in this garden in Selva Val Gardena because we were looking for tables with benches to eat some toast. Cute, with many games for children, tables with benches for adults. Safe, because there are no dangers on roads where cars may pass. (Original) Ci siamo fermati in questo giardino di Selva val Gardena, perché cercavamo dei tavoli con delle panchine per mangiarci dei Toast. Carino, con molti giochi per bambini, tavoli con panche per gli adulti. Sicuro, perché non vi sono pericoli di strade dove eventualmente passino automobili.

(Translated by Google) Great playground. Our grandchildren felt very comfortable. The mountaineers tried out using the climbing wall as a hut. (Original) Toller Spielplatz. Unsere Enkel haben sich sehr wohl gefühlt. An der Kletterwand als Hütte haben sich die Bergsteiger ausprobiert.

(Translated by Google) Summer 2022 brand new very cute! Slides, small zipline, houses, swings, basketball and football pitch, hammocks, small climbs! (Original) Estate 2022 nuovissimo molto carino! Scivoli, piccola zipline, casette, altalene, campetto basket calcio, amache, piccole arrampicate!

Quite full around lunch time, so service bit longer but beautiful view, all worth it

One of my favourite shelters! Great food with local dishes and affordable prices. The only way you can get to the place is by hiking!

The location is simply breathtaking, the food extremely tasty (we had Spiegeleier and bread soup as well as Strudel) and the service quick and friendly.

Humble place, smiling people serving guest and it's very appreciated. There is authentic kindness. Peace. Quantity are very abundant, view.... No need to add something

This is a very nice place to reach as main destination of a great hiking. The view from there is spectacular, specifically towards the Sassolungo and the Gruppo del Grappa mountains. The food is good and so is the service. I will admit that you will need to make quite an effort to reach the place, but once you are there, you know that you are exactly where you want to be!

Most beautiful Hütte in the surroundingd with wonderful Buchweizencake and Apfelstrudel

This is a wonderful little refugio, the food was delicious and the view is breathtaking. It's quite a hike to get there, but absolutely worth it.

(Translated by Google) Small chapel dedicated to San Silvestro, protector of animals, can be reached after a few minutes from the start of the road that crosses the valley which is nice to visit (Original) Piccola cappella dedicata a San Silvestro protettore degli animali si arriva dopo pochi minuti dalla partenza della strada che attraversa la vallunga carina da visitare

(Translated by Google) small and charming chapel located in the valley, evocative, sometimes a place of ceremonies. (Original) piccola e graziosa cappella che si trova nella valle, suggestiva, a volte luogo di cerimonie.

(Translated by Google) After taking a long bike ride we arrived at the end of the route where there is this very small chapel. Very pretty. (Original) Dopo aver fatto una lunga passeggiata in bicicletta siamo arrivati alla fine del percorso dove è presente questa piccolissima Cappella. Molto carina.

(Translated by Google) It is a small chapel, located at the entrance to Vallunga. It is dedicated to San Silvestro, protector of livestock, and you just need to stop for a few moments in that place to understand why. The interior showcases a series of didactic frescoes. (Original) Si tratta di una piccola Cappella, collocata all'ingresso della Vallunga. È dedicata a San Silvestro, protetore del bestiame, e basta sostare qualche momento in quel luogo per capirne il perché. L'interno mette in mostra una serie di affreschi didascalici.

(Translated by Google) On New Year's Eve in the New Year's Eve chapel in Val Gardena - nice little church, located directly on the hiking trail and cross-country ski trail into Langental, Wolkenstein. (Original) An Silvester in der Silvesterkapelle in Gröden - nettes kleines Kirchlein, liegt direkt am Wanderweg und Langlaufloipe ins Langental, Wolkenstein.

(Translated by Google) A very nice hiking trail and a pretty chapel. (Original) Ein sehr schöner Wanderweg und eine hübsche Kapelle.

(Translated by Google) A small chapel along the Vallunga trail. Its location makes it a popular spot for photographs. (Original) Cappella piccolina lungo il percorso vallunga. Per la sua posizione è molto fotografata

Nice architecture, worth a visit if you are in Selva di Val Gardena.

(Translated by Google) Church of modest dimensions but very characteristic located in an equally small square in the heart of Selva at night very scenic to see (Original) Chiesa di dimensioni modeste ma molto caratteristica posta in un'altrettanto piccola piazza nel cuore di selva di notte molto scenografica da vedere

(Translated by Google) Reference parish for Selva Val Gardena, very beautiful and equally well kept. Organ with very good acoustics and if the Holy Mass is accompanied either by the soloist or by the choir, it is very exciting. Definitely worth at least one visit. (Original) Parrocchia di riferimento per selva val Gardena, molto bella e tenuta altrettanto bene. Organo con acustica molto buona e se poi la Santa Messa è accompagnata o dalla solista o dal coro, e molto emozionante. Merita sicuramente almeno una visita.

(Translated by Google) Beautiful church in a modern style with a picture of Mariahilf on the high altar. The picture can be found in its original version in the St. Jakob Cathedral in Innsbruck. 😇 (Original) Wunderschöne Kirche in modernem Stil mit einem Mariahilf-Bild am Hochaltar. Das Bild findet man in der Originalfassung im Dom St. Jakob in Innsbruck. 😇

(Translated by Google) Very nice church (Original) Sehr schöne Kirche

(Translated by Google) Very beautiful and circular church invites you to meditate, beautiful Via Crucis carved in wood, important main altar, very emotional at the time of communion, blessing on the foreheads of the children. Accompaniment to prayer with the very suggestive organ (Original) Chiesa molto bella e di forma circolare invita al raccoglimento bellissima Via Crucis intagliata nel legno importante altare Maggiore molto emozionante al momento della comunione benedizione sulla fronte ai Bimbi. Accompagnamento alla preghiera con l'organo molto suggestivo

(Translated by Google) We were today 03/10 a wonderful mass in 3 languages, the first day of the Holy Rosary... We thank the Parma family from Anzola Emilia Bologna (Original) Siamo stati oggi 03/10 una messa stupenda in 3 lingue,la prima giornata del Santo rosario... Ringraziamo famiglia Parma da Anzola Emilia Bologna

It is of rare beauty, once you get there you will want to come back every year. The focal point is Ortisei, an earthly paradise. From Ortisei you can take the cable car and go up to a place where you can see all the mountain peaks in the area, it is something special. The languages ​​spoken in the area are German and less Italian, but you can also manage with English. The food is very good as a result of the combination of the above.

Val Gardena for ski is in my top3 in Europe (been to 5 resorts in Dolomites, 3 in Val di Sole, 2 in Austrian Tirol, 3 in Aosta…) - why? You have all the options: long trails like Gardenissima (6km), La Longia (8km acc to my watch), Cir etc. You have shorter runs in Sassolungo part of the resort. You have difficult runs as well as long gentle easy ones. You have everything + one of the most beautiful scenery you can imagine, Sella massif, Sassolungo massif, Seceda, incredible Seceda. Visited few times but always before season in December and no crowds. The only negative- train connecting Seceda part to Sassolungo part is not always reliable. This place every ski person needs to visit at least once ina lifetime

Val Gardena offers breathtaking alpine scenery that captivates at every turn. Towering Dolomite peaks, lush meadows, and winding trails create a paradise for nature lovers. Whether hiking, skiing, or simply admiring the views, the landscape is serene and majestic. It’s a perfect escape into the heart of natural beauty.

Beautiful City with many attractions, hiking close by, views and artistic shops.

2 easy trails that showcase the stunning landscapes of the region: 1. Monte Pana to Alpe di Siusi (Seiser Alm) - Length: 7 km (one way) - Duration: 2-3 hours - Starting Point: Monte Pana This gentle hike takes you through lush meadows and forests, offering panoramic views of the Alpe di Siusi and the surrounding Dolomites. 2. Col Raiser to Seceda - Length: 6 km (one way) - Duration: 2-3 hours - Starting Point: Col Raiser cable car station A scenic and relatively easy trail that offers stunning views of the Odle/Geisler group and the vast meadows of Seceda.

Val Gardena is a slice of Alpine paradise that truly encapsulates the beauty and charm of the Dolomites. From the moment you arrive in this stunning region, you're greeted by a sense of tranquility and natural wonder that's hard to match. The towering peaks of the Dolomites serve as a dramatic backdrop to the picturesque villages that dot the landscape. Val Gardena's villages, including Ortisei, Selva di Val Gardena, and Santa Cristina, exude a warm and inviting atmosphere. The traditional Tyrolean architecture blends seamlessly with the surrounding nature, creating a sense of harmony that is both comforting and awe-inspiring. For outdoor enthusiasts, Val Gardena is a dream come true. The region offers a plethora of hiking trails that cater to all levels of experience, allowing you to explore the lush valleys, serene meadows, and challenging mountain paths. In the winter, the area transforms into a winter wonderland, offering world-class skiing and snowboarding opportunities that draw enthusiasts from around the globe. The local cuisine is a delightful journey for your taste buds. Traditional dishes made from locally sourced ingredients provide a true taste of the region, and dining in one of the charming mountain huts is an experience not to be missed. What sets Val Gardena apart, however, is its unique blend of nature, culture, and hospitality. The warmth of the locals, their rich traditions, and the harmonious coexistence with the natural world create an ambiance that's as unforgettable as the breathtaking landscapes themselves. Whether you're seeking adventure, relaxation, or a cultural escape, Val Gardena delivers on all fronts. It's a destination that invites you to disconnect from the ordinary and immerse yourself in the extraordinary beauty of the Dolomites.

Nice place to stay during vacation,a lot of good restaurant and wonderful natural view