Feel active: your hotel on the ski slopes in Wolkenstein
1 ski pass, 12 ski areas, 1,200 kilometers of slopes – some of the most beautiful descents in the world await you in the Dolomiti Superski carousel! Best of all: Your hotel in Val Gardena/Gröden is located directly on the ski slopes, where you can access the Dolomites’ most famous ski circuit, Sella Ronda. After a revitalizing breakfast, you’ll be ready for a day full of skiing adventures. When will you be treating yourself to a ski vacation in South Tyrol?
Skiing in Val Gardena
The Val Gardena ski area is considered the most traditional winter sports resort in South Tyrol and impresses with an extremely varied range of slopes for all levels of difficulty in the midst of the most spectacular Dolomite landscapes in the region. This includes the famous "The Legendary 8", the most beautiful and important slopes, which are considered to be witnesses to the more than 100-year-old skiing tradition in the Ladin Dolomite valley.
A paradise for freestylers
On Piz Sella at the foot of the Sassolungo, at Plan de Gralba, there are two extremely interesting parks waiting to be experienced. The Snowpark Sassolungo and the Funpark Sassolungo, which are equipped with a large kicker with several different jumps, a boardercross and a spiral-shaped snow tunnel. A perfect playground for beginners and families as well as for professional boardercrossers.
Tandem Paragliding Flights
Gardenafly instructors will accompany you on a tandem paragliding flight to experience a unique and unforgettable experience: free flight in tandem paragliding in Val Gardena. Discover the stunning mountains of the Dolomites from an eagle's perspective and share with us the sublime sensations and emotions of free flight in the spectacular panorama of the Dolomites.
Cross-country skiing in the Dolomites
Gröden is ideal for cross-country skiers. Monte Pana in St. Christina, the Vallunga near Selva and the Seiser Alm offer unique and fantastic backdrops. With over 133 km of well-maintained trails of all levels of difficulty, the valley is undoubtedly an El Dorado for all cross-country skiing fans. The crystal-clear air, the snow-covered meadows and forests, the imposing Dolomites: discover a true cross-country skiing paradise for yourself!
Discover Val Gardena
Snowshoeing in the middle of nature is pure deceleration. Experience the emotion of this particular outdoor activity in close contact with nature finding the pure and profound inner satisfaction. Snowshoes or as they are more commonly called, make it easier to reach the most beautiful areas of Val Gardena and the Dolomites. In fact, thanks to these and a particular technique it is much easier to walk on snow-covered meadows and in fresh snow.
Toboggan runs in the Dolomites
With long and winding toboggan runs, Val Gardena is a paradise for fans of fast sleds. Whether on a day trip with the whole family or moonlight tobogganing late at night: after a rest in an alpine hut, the descent through the winter forest is always a pleasure.
Ski excursions
Ski touring allows you to reach unique viewpoints during winter in the Dolomites, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. And, on top of it, it also means you get to experience the Dolomites up close – closer than normal. Val Gardena is the ideal starting point for countless, different skiing ski tours. Ascend solitary summits rising from snow-covered forests, nestled in a winter wonderland; and, as the cherry on the cake, enjoy skiing downhill on powder snow or firn.
Pure adventure
Did you know that at Passo delle Erbe, between Val Badia and Val di Funes, you can try dog sledding, an extraordinary experience on the snow. You can slide lightly on the snow, in front of the unmistakable Sass de Putia, inside the wonderful Puez-Odle Natural Park. You can lead a pack of dogs through fairy-tale landscapes, immersed in the silence of uncontaminated nature, together with "your dogs". The key words for the success of the experience are love, respect and "team" work.
A romantic experience
As you move through the Alpe di Siusi on a carriage ride or a horse-drawn sleigh ride, you will be surrounded by the peaceful tranquility of nature. The gentle snorting of the horses, the gentle crunch of the snow under the runners and the clear mountain air create an enchanting atmosphere. You can admire the magnificent views of the majestic Dolomites and delve into the history and traditions of this region while experienced guides tell you interesting stories.
Ice skating in Val Gardena
Look forward to a wonderful winter holiday in the Dolomites and have lots of fun with the whole family while ice skating in Val Gardena. If you don't feel like skiing or cross-country skiing but still want to be active, Val Gardena has a wide range of leisure activities to offer. Enjoy an unforgettable day of ice skating in the Dolomites.
Tourist helicopter flights
Unforgettable tourist flights with panoramic views of the beautiful mountains of the Dolomites - UNESCO World Heritage Site. You can book individual flights (1-6 passengers) or the helicopter exclusively (up to 6 passengers). Departure is from our base in Pontives at the entrance to Val Gardena. In the winter season you can also start from the Gardena Pass.
Pure adrenaline
Spectacular descents and pure adrenaline on the Monte de Sëura Zipline. Unique emotions await you: 1600 m of flight, 409 m of vertical drop and a maximum speed of 90 km/h as you fly over the Monte Pana plateau. Welcome to the Monte Pana Zipline, an unmissable adventure for those looking for unique emotions!
Ski safari in the Dolomites
Be one with the breathtaking winter mountain landscape: on a ski safari you will experience a five-day skiing adventure between white peaks as far as the horizon. The round trip takes you through the Dolomites between Marmolada, Kronplatz, Val Jumela, Lagazuoi and Cinque Torri.
Ice climbing in Val Gardena
Val Gardena is a true Eldorado when it comes to difficult ice and mixed climbing. Vallunga is one of the most famous ice climbing destinations in Europe. In this idyllic valley you can climb in shady gullies as well as on sun-exposed ice candles. Spectacular ice formations also form in the Sasso Lungo group in a wild setting - climbing them is a real experience.
Winter hikes in Val Gardena
Tramble through the winter landscape away from the slopes and let yourself be touched by the snowy nature of the Dolomites. It doesn't matter whether you go through the white landscapes and mountain paths alone, or whether you let our certified and local mountain guides and hiking guides show you the most beautiful corners. No other winter sport has as much to offer for young and old as winter hiking with hiking boots.
Val Gardena is so beautiful
If you come to the Dolomites during winter, you’ll be welcomed by mountains covered in sparkling white snow and picturesque villages providing the perfect backdrop for a romantic holiday. However, don’t be fooled into thinking that just because winter blankets the landscape as far as the eye can see, the peace and quiet in Dolomites Val Gardena is the only thing you can experience. Ski fans flock to the valley to support a star line-up of pros racing down the slopes.