Bright winter sun is exactly what many ski resorts lack, and in Italy you can have as much sun as you want. In this post I will tell you about the Italian ski resort Val di Fassa, which can be considered the Italian Sochi. The Val di Fassa is considered one of the best places in all of Italy, here great hotels, the resort has good technical equipment of the slopes and excellent quality of service.

Italy's Fassa Valley is known throughout Europe for its magnificent views and small Tyrolean-style villages. Legend says that it was in this valley that good spirits lived - the Selvans. Descendants of the indigenous people, the Ladins, still live in this area; they have preserved their special language, customs and traditions. A very colorful place.

A special feature of the region is the presence of the so-called “Sella Ronda Circumnavigation”. Sella Ronda is mountain range, around which they are arranged ski slopes, descents into valleys to towns, etc. You can go around the entire circle (both clockwise and counterclockwise) without taking off your skis, in just 4 hours.

How to get to the resort

In the immediate vicinity of the ski resort there is a small Bolzano airport, but international flights they don’t fly there, as for local airlines, the flight schedule. If you get to Bolzano, then it’s only 50 kilometers to the Val di Fassa.

In most cases, tourists arrive in major airports Italy and nearby countries. I prefer Verona airport, located 200 kilometers from the resort.

List of nearest airports and distance to them:

• Bolzano - 50 km;
• Verona - 200 km;
• Venice - 206 km;
• Treviso - 190 km;
• Milan - 363 km;
• Bergamo - 280 km;
• Innsbruck (Austria) - 140 km.

By car (the most convenient option)

If you are traveling with a large group, then without a doubt the best option is to rent a car directly at the arrival airport. Here is a detailed guide to renting a car in Italy, I recommend studying it.

Information for those traveling by car along the Brennero autobahn (A22) to Val di Fassa:

Ora/Egan exit: SS 48 delle Dolomiti - Passo San Lugano - Val di Fiemme - Val di Fassa (37 km);

Bolzano Nord exit: SS 241 Grande Strada delle Dolomiti - Passo Costalunga - Val di Fassa (37 km).

Transfer at the airport (optimal for a large company)

If there are a lot of you, you can use an individual transfer. Everything is very convenient, civilized and reasonable for the money, especially if you break the amount down for the entire company. You will be met at the airport exit, all your skis and snowboards will be loaded into the trunk and taken to the resort.

By bus, train and again by bus (cheap and inconvenient)

Go this route with everything ski equipment very difficult and uncomfortable. But if you travel light (rent equipment right on the spot), then this route is worth a try.

You should take any transport from the airport to the nearest city, or rather to the railway station. As a rule, this route costs approximately 10 Euros per person.

If you arrive at a convenient time, you won’t have to wait long for the train. The approximate cost of a train trip from Milan to Trento is 30 Euros per person.

Closest to Val di Fassa railway stations are located in the cities of Ora, Bolzano and Trento. Accordingly, you need to get to these cities.

Intercity buses from Trentino Trasporti and SAD operate throughout the valley and between major cities. Tickets can be purchased directly on the bus. The price of the trip is approximately 10 Euros per person.

As a result, for such a trip with several transfers you will pay only 50 Euros per person.

Group transfer Fly ski shuttle

There is an alternative option, but it is not suitable for all tourists. Fly ski shuttle is a seasonal service for group transfers from Italian airports to ski resorts. The service can be convenient, but there are a few things you should be aware of.

Fly ski shuttle operates like a regular intercity bus, with the only difference that it picks up tourists directly from the airport. It is for this reason that there may be significant delays in the departure of buses, because tourists from different flights can travel on the same bus. The price for this transfer starts from 35 Euros and depends on many factors.

Where to live in Val di Fassa

The choice of a resort should be taken very seriously; a lot of things depend on it, including your memories of your vacation. You should choose housing based on your goals, i.e. if you want to ski on the crowded Sella Ronda and need an evening promenade, then the best option for you would be the resorts of Canazei or Compitello.

If you are a beginner skier, you do not yet need a wide variety of slopes, or you do not want to travel along congested slopes, then you can choose a hotel in Vigo di Fasso, or Moena.

If you don’t need evening action, but want to be able to get to the Around the World without taking off your skis, then the hotel in Pozza will be the best option.

Here is a short list of the best hotels in different cities of the Val di Fassa:

Al Sole Clubresidence is one of the best hotels in the resort of Canazei, it is located in close proximity to the ski lift, which is very important. The hotel has comfortable apartment-type rooms (with a kitchen), a swimming pool and a SPA area with a small pool.

Hotel Valacia - the hotel is located in the resort of Pozza di Fasso, 3 minutes walk to the ski lift (this is if you are wearing ski boots), 5 minutes to the city center. The rooms are spacious and equipped with everything you need, there is a good restaurant and a SPA area.

Garni Enrosadira is one of the best hotels in Vigo di Fasso, I stayed in it. The hotel is located in a very quiet area, everything you may need is within walking distance. There is a good SPA area, fast WiFi, breakfast is always included in the room price. If you are driving, there is free parking for your car in front of the hotel. , read the link.

I would especially like to thank the owners of this small family business, who try their best to please their guests. Mile Graze Angelo and Lisanna.

Where is the resort of Val di Fassa?

If you are traveling to the Dolomites for the first time, specifically to the Dolomiti Superski region, then you have the problem of choosing a resort. Here I understand you perfectly. :) In this part of the post I’ll tell you where the resort itself is located, where best places for living, and what to look for when choosing a locality for living.

The first thing to understand is that Val di Fassa is one of the valleys adjacent to the famous Sella Ronda highway, which is accordingly part of the Italian region of Trentino. It is better known among skiers as the Dolomiti Superski ski area; there are a total of more than 1,200 kilometers of slopes. Val di Fassa is not a city, nor a settlement, but a valley, 20 kilometers long, with a total length of trails of 200 kilometers.

The resort/valley Val di Fassa unites several localities:

• Canazei
• Campitello di Fassa
• Pozza di Fassa
• Vigo di Fassa
• Alba di Canazei
• Moena

This is an approximate list of the largest settlements; besides them, there are also smaller villages, but the infrastructure there is poorer. For example, there is no bus service, or there are no shops and spa complexes.

Here in these populated areas(see list) and accommodates skiers and other tourists. By the way, the Dolomites are beautiful at any time of the year, most resorts have an all-season opening schedule, and it’s just as beautiful here in the summer.

The most convenient, popular and party towns are Canazei and Campitello; other places are more calm and even boring. When choosing a location, you should take into account the possibility (without using transport) to climb the Sella Ronda circle, if, of course, you want to go there.

It should be said that the Italians are trying to unite all the towns in the resort and neighboring valleys with a system of lifts. This makes it possible to travel around the entire region without taking off your skis. On this moment Most of the valleys have already been united into a huge skiing cluster with a single ski pass. But there are several towns (Vigo di Fassa and Moena) that are still cut off from this single system of ski slopes. However, you can use a special ski bus and get to the nearest ski lift in 10-15 minutes.

What resorts are nearby and how to get there

As I said earlier, the Val di Fassa resort is part of the Dolomiti Superski ski area, which has more than 1,200 kilometers of ski slopes. There are only 200 kilometers of pistes in Val di Fassa, but thanks to the Sella Ronda you can ski on more than 500 kilometers. There is one single ski pass for the entire region, but it is simply unrealistic to travel around all the slopes in a short rest.

Here is the exact list of resorts included in the Dolomiti Superski cluster:

• Val di Fassa/Carezza;
• Val di Fiemme/Oberegen;
• Val Gardena/Alpe di Siusi;
• Cortina d'Ampezzo;
• Arabba/Marmolada (glacier);
• Kronplatz;
• Alta Badia;
• 3 Sinner Dolomites/Alta Pusteria;
• San Martino di Castrozza/Passo Rolle;
• Valle Isarco;
• Trevalli Moena/San Pellegrino/Falcade;
• Civetta.

Map of Val di Fassa and surrounding area

To figure out what, where, and most importantly, at what distance, I drew a simple diagram map and marked the main ski areas on it. This way you can understand the approximate time spent on the ride and the return journey.

The figure shows that if you live in the Val di Fassa valley, then there are several ski areas nearby, namely: Val Gardena, Alta Badia, Arabba (there is a path to the Marmolada glacier). These regions make up the so-called Sella Ronda circumnavigation, and are separate resorts with their own local routes where you can hang out for half a day or more.

It should be understood that the Sella Ronda is just a circular track, i.e. if you drive the entire circle, you cannot claim that you have visited all the resorts (Val Gardena, Alta Badia, Arabba). You just glanced at them briefly and moved on. In good weather and a fast pace, the Sella Ronda circuit can be completed in 3.5 hours. If you stop in each region and ride along all the routes, then in a day you will be able to travel around no more than two regions.

How to get from your accommodation to the slopes

Here you should decide for yourself whether you want to ride the Sella Ronda Circumnavigation, or whether your home region will suit you. Both the price of the ski pass and transport will depend on your decision.

If you need a “Round the World” trip, then it’s better if you stay in Canazei, Campitello, or at worst in Pozza. In this case, you do not need any transport; there are lifts in the indicated towns. In this case, you should purchase a Dolomiti Superski ski pass.

The only thing is that in Pozza the lift is not to the “Round the World”, but to the “Panorama”, but after driving several quite comfortable slopes, you will find yourself on the Sella Ronda.

If you want to ride the Sella Ronda Circumnavigation, but live in Vigo di Fassa or Moena, there are two transport options. Rent a car (it is advisable to do this at the airport, since there are not many rental resorts), or use Skibus (a special bus for skiers). The price of a weekly bus ticket is from 6 Euro.

There is another option - to ride in your region, but this is suitable either for beginners or for pros and off-piste skiing. In our hotel located in Vigo di Fasso there lived an Italian pensioner who, instead of riding the mega-busy Sella Ronda, chose the freer Moena and Carezza. Spa passes for individual ski areas are a little cheaper, but have a limited selection of pistes. For example, a day ski pass for Dolomites Superski costs 59 Euros, and for one of the regions of Carezza it can cost 50 Euros.

Have a nice holiday in the Dalomite Alps.

The Val di Fassa region in Italy is a popular ski resort that is popular with both tourists and locals of all ages. The Italians themselves call the valley a “winter dream”.

The Val di Fassa trail layout is very varied. The routes are designed for skiers with different levels of athletic training, so everyone can choose a suitable ski area for themselves.

Also, the ski resort of Val di Fassa is perfect place active recreation for both parents with children and large groups of friends. Here everyone will find entertainment to their liking.

The map of Val di Fassa consists of three main areas.
The best hotels are concentrated in the Val di Fassa ski area. Here you can choose comfortable accommodation from 2* to 4 super.

The main class consists of 3* hotels with an average price level and apartments:

Valley districts

In the area of ​​the resort there are ski schools, as well as all conditions for practicing various types of skiing. winter sports, including snowboarding.

In case of winters with little snow, thanks to the presence of snow cannons, the ski slopes of Val di Fassa are always maintained in perfect condition.

The total length of the slopes at the resort is 220 km, the largest percentage of which is designed for skiers with an average level of skiing, the rest - for beginners and professionals.

Among the slopes of Val di Fassa, everyone can choose the most suitable

The area, which includes the towns of Alba, Canazei and Campitello, is the most visited among tourists who prefer active recreation.

There are tracks, slides and jumps for all categories of skiers.

Belvedere slope and descent from the highest point of Col Rodella- an area for amateurs and professionals of snowboarding, as well as freestyle.

Another area of ​​the valley - Skitour panorama unites the region of Pozza, Vigo di Fassa (above them is located ski area with lifts and area for snowboarders) Catinaccio-Rosengarten and Alba di Canazei.

Directly above the area of ​​Pozza extends illuminated track for skiers - Tomba.

Entertainment

The resorts in this area will appeal to all categories of visitors.
For the youngest athletes there is a sports kindergarten with a dedicated area for skating.
In addition to traditional winter sports in Val di Fassa, you can visit wellness centers, beauty salons, take a steam bath or warm up in the sauna.
You will learn all the details about the Val di Fassa resort from the video:

In Campitello, Val di Fassa, Italy, you can take the whole family to the skating rink or visit the fitness center; in Alba di Canazei there is a sports ice palace and a center where you can play bowling, etc.

From the valley you can take fascinating excursions to famous cities: Venice, Verona, Trento.

History buffs can visit the local history museum.

Location

If travelers are wondering how to get to Val di Fassa, there are many options:

• By plane from December to April to airports close to the valley (Bolzano, Innsbruck, Verona, etc.);
• By train (from Italy, Germany or Austria, then by bus to the resort);
• From the north or south of Italy you can get to the place by car.

Val di Fassa - iconic place on the map of Italy.

Here you can enjoy winter sports, have a good rest in the company of family or friends, and get a real boost of energy and good mood.

In the resort of Val di Fassa you can have a great holiday with friends and family

Ski resort Val di Fassa is famous for its abundance of routes that allow vacationers not to repeat their path, and give the opportunity to choose new routes each time and ride in different directions and areas.If you combine all the slopes of the resort together, you will get a huge road with a length of 220 kilometers, divided into skiing areas. By purchasing a special ski pass, the owner has the opportunity to ski anywhere in this territory and use the ski lifts.Currently, many of the resort's slopes are sites for international competitions and training for many famous Italian skiers. The resort of Val di Fassa is an excellent winter holiday option for both beginners and professionals.

Main ski area represented in the area of ​​districts Campitello resorts And Canazei, which are part of the well-known “around the world” Sella Ronda. These places constantly attract a huge number of professionals who have long had their eye on these relief routes with a drop height of two thousand meters. Val di Fassa is also represented by another well-known ski area - Tre Valley, about which we have heard a lot in Europe. It includes Passo San Pellegrino, Alpa di Luzia, Moena and Falcade.The third most important ski area is located between Vigo di Fassa, Pozza di Fassa and Pera di Fassa, this area is often recommended for beginners. The village of Pozza di Fassa is famous for its springs mineral water Aloch, rich in minerals and healing properties.

The resort has a lot of entertainment. They are presented open rollers, sledding tracks, sports complexes. There are also various bars, souvenir shops, shops, clubs and other entertainment venues.Alpine villages are similar to each other in many ways - their narrow streets, low-rise houses, churches and tiled roofs seem to echo each other.

Attractive small towns Italy - Bolzano, Trento and Canazei - are famous for their cultural and historical heritage and are located near the resort. One of Canazei's galleries, Andrea Soparetta, annually takes part in the Fassano carnival, which is held in Val di Fassa, and presents magnificent handmade wooden toys.

The resort area has a wide variety of hotel complexes with a huge selection of categories - from one to four stars. Here, winter sports lovers can easily choose the most convenient hotel option in accordance with their preferences in comfort and prices.

Forty minutes drive from Val de Fassa Milan, Venice, Verona and Austrian Innsbruck are located. The nearest airport is located nearby - in Bolzano (45 kilometers from the resort). Alpine villages are adjacent to each other and make it easy to cover these distances on foot, by car or by bus. Hiking reveal majestic mountain landscapes. Val di Fassa has long had a reputation for being the best ski resort Europe, this is proven annually by numerous tourists and winter sports enthusiasts who return again and again.

The ski resort of Val di Fassa is the very center of the snowy and sunny kingdom. The resort embodies all the grandeur and splendor of the Dolomites. These are not only divine landscapes of snowy peaks sparkling in the blue above the clouds, but also a ski fairy tale, fantasy world, full of surprises.

The resort of Val di Fassa is one of the best in Italy in terms of the level of hotels, technical equipment and quality of service. In addition to alpine skiing and snowboarding, Val di Fassa also offers good opportunities for cross-country skiing, ice skating and other sports at various sports centres.

Accommodation areas in Val di Fassa:

• Canazei
• Campitello
• Pozza di Fassa
• Vigo di Fassa
• Alba di Canazei
• Moena

The ski resort of Val di Fassa is:

• 220 km of ski slopes
• 9 ski areas (17 km black, 147 km red, 56 km blue slopes)
• 90% of slopes with artificial snow surface
• Illuminated trail for night skiing
• 8 ski schools, more than 250 instructors
• Kindergartens and parks in all ski areas (Canazei, Campitello, Moena)
• 3 Snow-park for snowboarders
• Free Ski-bus that runs through the valley between hotels and ski areas
• 50 km of cross-country ski trails across mountainous terrain, including the famous Marcialonga trail
• Central location relative to the Dolomiti-Superski ski areas, close proximity to the Sella Ronda circumnavigation ski route (Sella Ronda - 4 valleys, more than 400 km of slopes)
• Wellness center in Canazei with large swimming pool
• Indoor Ice Palace
• An excellent selection of apres-ski in the resort towns: discos, pubs, bars, restaurants, etc.

The Val di Fassa valley is one of the first ski valleys of the Dolomites, presented to Russian tourists in all its splendor. Until now, the resorts of this valley hospitably welcome our compatriots. The famous Val di Fassa occupies 20 km of the central part of the Dolomites, surrounded by the Sella, Marmolada, Catinaccio and Sassolungo mountain ranges. The high level of service and rich infrastructure of the valley’s resorts will leave a pleasant impression on the most discerning vacationer.

The close proximity of 9 ski areas provides a unique opportunity to diversify the choice of routes and tracks of varying difficulty, both for beginners and experienced skiers. The ski areas have many challenging elite slopes, where great skiers such as Alberto Tomba honed their skills and where international competitions of the highest level are held.

A distinctive feature of the Val di Fassa is that it has the most extensive ski area in Trentino in terms of the number and length of slopes: if you spend a week skiing, trying to go down all the slopes of the valley's ski areas, you will never ski on the same slope twice.

Val di Fassa is an excellent link in the chain of valleys of the famous Sella Ronda ski circuit. The Ski-pass Dolomiti Superski allows you to travel 400 km of pistes in four valleys: Val di Fassa, Val Gardena, Arabba, Alta Badia, descending the slopes of many of the highest peaks of the Dolomites. On the Sella Ronda route, confident skiers and extreme sports lovers will be interested in the black slopes of the high peaks of Piz Sella and Mont Vallon, Arabba and Marmolada with difficult vertical descents.

All ski areas are notable for their ski schools with high level professionalism of the instructors. For vacationers with children over 3 years old, there are ample opportunities to have fun riding themselves and teach a child to ride in a daycare group under the supervision of caring children's instructors. There are kindergartens with ski lessons in resort villages: Canazei, Campitello and Moena.

Each town in the valley has a large variety of equipment rental points for skiers and snowboarders. Some hotels provide a discount to their clients at a number of rental points (ask when checking into the hotel). The rental cost depends on the quantity, class and newness of the selected equipment. But a more economical version of equipment is offered only in excellent condition. Experienced specialists will select the right class and size of equipment for you depending on your height, weight and sporting ambitions. In the resorts of Val di Fassa, the average cost of renting ski equipment for 6 days for a basic set (skis, poles, boots) will be 60-120 euros for adults and 30-50 euros for children under 14 years old (including a helmet for a child).

Main ski areas of Val di Fassa

• The ski area above the villages of Campitello, Canazei and Alba di Canazei, which are part of the Sella Ronda ski circuit;
• Catinaccio-Rosengarten above the villages of Pozza and Vigo di Fassa, where the Ski-Tour Panorama starts;
• Tre Valli above the village of Moena, which is connected by a system of slopes and lifts to the ski areas: Alpe di Luzia, Passo San Pellegrino and Falcade.

All three ski areas are connected by free ski bus routes and a single Ski-pass Dolomiti Superski, which allows you to ski in the ski areas of other valleys included in the Dolomiti Superski.

Ski area in Campitello, Canazei and Alba di Canazei

Canazei - Belvedere - Passo-Pordoi:

• 22 km of pistes (19 km red, 3 km blue pistes);
• 13 lifts - (2 funiculars, 2 cabins, 7 chairlifts, 2 rope tows);
• Snow Park in Belvedere (has a half-pipe and boardcross);
• Baby Snow Park for children - a small section of the slope - a children's track with springboards.

Campitello - Col-Rodella - Passo-Sella:

• 16 km of trails (15 km red, 1 km blue);
• 10 lifts (1 funicular, 5 chair lifts, 1 cabin lift, 3 drag lifts);
• Snow Park Col-Rodella.

Alba di Canazei - Ciampac:

• 15 km of trails (3 km black, 10 km red, 2 km blue);
• 6 lifts (1 funicular, 3 chairlifts, 2 rope tows);
• Difficult trail Ciampac (length 3250 m, elevation difference 658 m);
• Connection to the Pozza di Fassa/Buffaure area, where the Panorama ski tour starts.

The ski area around Campitello and Canazei is one of the most prestigious and popular in the Val di Fassa. This is explained by both its central location in the Dolomites and the fact that it is part of the Sella Ronda “circumnavigation” route. And the close proximity to other remarkable ski areas provides a unique opportunity to explore the vast ski area without taking off your skis. The pistes here are predominantly blue and red, wide, with many long, gentle slopes, which makes this area an excellent skiing destination for beginner skiers. However, almost all the slopes start from the top with steep descents, which makes skiing interesting for intermediate skiers.

There are few difficult trails, but there is plenty for fans of off-piste skiing, especially on both sides of the Belvedere peak: it’s easy to get off the wide trail onto the virgin snow from almost any place and just as easy to return to it at the lift. On the slopes of Col Rodella there are fewer such opportunities, and there are many avalanche areas. All pistes are excellently maintained and always have well-groomed snow for skiing. The lifts are modern, with good lifting power and speed, which significantly affects the intensity of skiing during the day.

Strong professional skiers can choose to ski exciting slopes in the area of ​​​​the towns of Alba and Penia di Canazei, part of the Campitello Canazei ski area. The descent from the Ciampak peak (2100 m) to Alba is considered one of the most difficult in all the Dolomites (length 3250 m, elevation difference 658 m). Anyone who conquered this slope can be considered a real ski ace. The fast-paced technical track with difficult sections tests the skill and courage of the strongest professionals - contenders for the European Cup.

Using the Sella Ronda route, you can create your own skiing route, conquering the black puzzling slopes of the peaks of Piz Sella (2284 m), Piz la Ila (2077 m), Monte Vallon (2550 m), and even get to the giantess Marmolada (Marmolada 3342 m).

On the wide and gentle slope of Belvedere lies Snow-Park with all the necessary arsenal of jumps, half-pipe and boardcross. Considering that this is not the only park for fans of snowboarding and freestyle - next to Campitello on the slope of the Col Rodella peak (Col Rodella 2485 m) there is an equally interesting Snow Park Col Rodella - this area offers ample opportunities for all types of sports and aggressive skiing.

And for adults with small children, in order to have plenty of carefree skiing, you can use the services of a ski kindergarten. Children will be especially interested in having fun and playing in the Baby Snow Park on a gentle slope under the supervision of an experienced children's instructor.

Ski area Catinaccio-Rosengarten

In the Pozza di Fassa - Buffaure area:

• 17 km of trails (2 km black, 14 km red, 1 km blue);
• 7 lifts (1 cabin, 4 chairlifts, 2 drag lifts);
• Connection with the Ciampac - Alba di Canazei area (Panorama ski tour);
• Aloch night ski trail.

Area above Vigo di Fassa - Ciampedie:

• 16 km of trails (1 km black, 10 km red, 5 km blue);
• 6 lifts (1 funicular, 5 chairlifts);
• Snow park for children - Kinderpark Ciampedie.

The ski area in the area of ​​Pozza di Fassa and Vigo di Fassa offers numerous easy slopes, and is therefore suitable for beginners or families with children, where little ones are put on skis.

This area attracts professionals with the Aloch route on the slope of the Buffaure peak (2354 m) - highest point tracks 1630 m, lower 1323 m, length 1000 m, slope 31%. Currently, the Italian national team trains during the day on this track, because it is on this track that contenders for the European Cup compete in the giant slalom. Tourists can also hone their skills on the Aloh track in the evening from 20:30 to 23:00 - this is an illuminated track. The Panorama route starts from here. Participants in this ski trip have a fabulous bird's-eye view of the valley surrounded by the sparkling snow-white peaks of the rocky and green mountain ranges of Catinaccio, Latemar and Sassolungo.

Tre Valli Ski Area - Moena

• 100 km of trails (8 km black, 60 km red, 32 km blue);
• 27 lifts (3 funiculars, 15 chairlifts, 9 rope tows);
• 2 snow parks - Snow Park Valbona on the slope of Alpe di Luzia and Snow Park Costabella on the slope of San Pellegrino.

The ski area above the village of Moena covers the slopes of the Alpe di Lusia (2242 m) and Passo San Pellegrino (1918 m), offering about 100 km of a wide variety of slopes. For beginner skiers, we recommend the slopes of Passo San Pellegrino, where easy blue runs predominate. Black slopes await the aces - descents to Moena from the top of Alpe di Lusia: "Diretissima" (Diretissima 820 m, elevation difference 180 m), "La Volata - Col Margherita" length 2700 m, elevation difference 641 m ), "Nuova Cima Uomo and Le Coste" (Nuova Cima Uomo, Le Coste) - 2 connected tracks, length 2400 m, elevation difference - 567 m.

For confident skiers who love speed, the elite giant slalom track Col Margarita (maximum slope 50%, length 3300 m) sparkles with impeccable snow until the end of April. Walking through northern slope San Pellegrino pass, it does not suffer from hot sun rays in spring.

In the Tre Valley ski area there is a TreValli Ski pass, which gives you the opportunity to ski only in this area. If you want to try the slopes of other ski areas of the Vapi di Fassa valley, the Sella Ronda route, or conquer the peaks of other Dolomiti-Superski valleys, then you need to purchase a Dolomiti Superski Ski-pass. If you plan skiing in the valleys for your entire vacation in advance, it is better to buy a combined Ski pass, which gives you the opportunity to ski for several days in different valleys. For example: with one of the offered combined ski passes you can ski for 2 days on the Dolomiti Superski slopes and 4 days in the Tre Valli area. You can choose different combinations of ski days.

Overall rating of the ski resort Val di Fassa

Advantages of the ski resort Val di Fassa:

• Val di Fassa ski resort - the center of the Dolomites ski kingdom
• 220 km of groomed pistes, three extensive ski areas with unlimited possibilities for skiers of all skill levels
• Picturesque ski tours and the famous "around the world" Sella Ronda
• Modern infrastructure of resorts and ski areas
• The fabulous color of resort towns in the Tyrolean style, creating a festive mood
• Short distances between resorts and ski areas of the valley
• Wide selection of Apres-ski
• Democratic choice of resorts in one valley according to the level of accommodation. A large number of kindergartens and children's ski schools
• Possibility of car rental when selecting and booking a tour

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Val di Fassa

Val di Fassa: about the resort

Val di Fassa is considered one of the most busy resorts of the Dolomites, offering excellent skiing opportunities and varied recreation afterwards. The valley stretches for 20 km in the Dolomites, surrounded by the majestic massifs of Catinaccio, Sassolungo, Sella and Marmolada.

Recommended: almost all categories of skiers, beginners, families with children
Not recommended: lovers of black slopes, those who prefer to ride “to the door” and do not want to travel by bus, for trips during the peak season, lovers of luxury.

pros
- Large length of trails
- Excellent mountain panoramas
- Good trail preparation, reliable snow
- Wide range of accommodation options
- Good opportunities for family holidays

Minuses
- Few trails for experts
- Bus service leaves much to be desired
- Not all resorts in the valley are connected by slopes and ski lifts
- A small number of luxury hotels
- Calm night life in most villages.

Val di Fassa: how to get there

The nearest airport is Bolzano – 50 km. You can also get there from the airports of Innsbruck (140-160 km), Verona (180-200 km) and Venice (175-180 km), the distance varies depending on the selected village in the valley.

The nearest railway station is Trento (77 km from the resort, there is a bus service). Milan: 3 hours, with a transfer in Verona. More information on how to get to Val di Fassa can be found on the resort website

Val di Fassa: facts and routes

Ski area – 1320–2950 m
The total length of slopes is 220 km (the Dolomiti Superski ski pass includes 1200 km of slopes)
blue – 30%
red – 55%
black – 15%
Lifts: cabins – 18, chair lifts – 46, rope tows – 33
Season: December – mid-April

Val di Fassa: ski passes

Ski pass Dolomiti Superski
Price for 6 days:
235-294 euros for adults, 165-206 euros for children over 8 years old.

Children under 8 years old ride for free when one of their relatives purchases a ski pass. There are discounts and special offers at the beginning and end of the season.

Ski pass Val di Fassa: 204-256 euros for 6 days for adults, 143-179 euros for children over 8 years old.

The Val di Fassa ski pass is valid on the ski lifts from Canazei to Costalunga Pass: Passo Fedaia (Marmolada), Ciampac (Alba di Canazei), Belvedere (Canazei), Col Rodella (Campitello di Fassa), Buffaure (Pozza di Fassa, Aloch, Fraine and Pera di Fassa), Catinaccio (Vigo di Fassa), Passo Carezza.

Val di Fassa: prices

Rental of a set of equipment for 6 days – 120-160 euros
Group classes (5 days, 3 hours) – from 130 euros
Individual lessons – from 40 euros/hour

Kindergarten + ski training (half day): from 210 euros
Three visits to the wellness center + swimming pool: 57 euros
Entrance to the skating rink: 5 euros

Val di Fassa: where to ride

There are several ski areas in the Val di Fassa. The first covers the area above the resorts of Campitello (1440 m) and Canazei (1460 m), which is part of the famous “carousel” of Sella Ronda. This is the most popular ski area, but the ski circuit routes are often too crowded. The architecture of the towns is dominated by the Tyrolean style, creating a special mood. The symbol of the resort is the majestic Sella mountain range, towering above the valley. In the sector between Col Podella (2485 m) and Passo Sella there are open sunny and shady wide runs - mainly red ones. From Canazei, via a system of trails and lifts (via Pecol station, 1926 m, then Passo Podroi) it is possible to reach neighboring Arabba.

The second ski area is a small independent area above the Alba resort (Alba, 1460 m). The trails at the top of the slope are suitable for beginners and intermediate skiers. A fairly steep black run descends through the forest from the first gondola station back to Alba.

The third sector includes the resort towns of Pozza (1320 m) and Vigo di Fassa (1390 m). The main ski areas here are also one line away from the cable car, but you can go down from there along the highway. From Vigo di Fassa, for a change, you can take a ski-bus to the sector above Passo Castalunga or even further, through the village of Moena to Passo San Pellegrino (1910 m) and ride on open wide roads on the plateau. The areas of Alpa di Lusia, Passo San Pellegrino and Falcade are connected by slopes and lifts, there are mainly blue and red slopes, most of them quite flat. For intermediate skiers, this is a real haven: the slopes are quite long. It is worth noting the red trails Tre (Tre) and Сinque Dita (Cinque Dita), Cristiana (Christiana). Also interesting is the Del Bosco descent. For beginners there are easy slopes in the Sella sector, as well as Belvedere (2423 m) above Passo Podroi. For snowboard lovers, snow parks with half-pipes have been built in the Belvedere and Ciampac (2100 m) areas. Off-piste skiing with guides is possible.

For experienced skiers, the pistes of Val di Fassa may seem a little boring, but the Col dei Rossi piste is quite interesting. The valley has good conditions for off-piste skiing. The slopes are very wide and you can go to the virgin lands from almost anywhere, and it’s not difficult to return to one of the lifts. For more challenging routes, it is recommended to hire a guide

Val di Fassa: hotels and apartments

There are several resort villages of varying sizes in the valley. Campitello and Canazei are the most popular among our tourists, they are located higher than Pozza di Fassa or Moena. There are several good 4* hotels in Campitello, in particular Park Hotel Club Rubino Executive (with good wellness center and swimming pool) and Park Hotel Club Diamant. Grand Chalet Soreghes with a spa center recently opened in Campitello. Residence Hotel Garni Artz is located not far from the Col Rodella ski lift. The level of 3* hotels in Campitello is not bad, as a rule, they are small, but cozy hotels, decorated in Tyrolean style. When traveling with children, it makes sense to choose apartments or more expensive rooms in four-star hotels: the rooms in many 3* hotels are quite small.

The resort of Canazei also offers a good selection of mid-range accommodation options. Among the best hotels in Val di Fassa, La Perla can be noted; it is located in the center of Canazei and offers guests a sauna, jacuzzi, and hammam (for an additional fee). There are also many three-star hotels in Canazei, and apartments are also easy to find. When choosing hotels and apartments in Val di Fasse, pay attention to their location in relation to the ski lifts: some apartments are not very close to cable cars, in this case it makes sense to rent a car. Among the best hotels in Canazei are Dolomiti 3* (located in the center of the town) and Astoria 4* (http://www.hotel-astoria.net/)/. This hotel is located a few steps from the center and 450 meters from the ski lifts (the hotel provides a shuttle bus).

Val di Fassa: Apres-ski

Many four-star hotels operate good restaurants and bars. Most establishments offer traditional Ladin and South Tyrolean cuisine, and there are many pizzerias in the towns. The Kaiserstube offers pleasant surroundings and delicious food. The choice of entertainment and restaurants is better in the village of Canazei; other villages are smaller and quieter. Olimpic e Tontin in Capitello makes excellent pizza. The best disco the valley is considered Deodat, the lively atmosphere is in Lieber Augustin. Disco Kupfer Kanne and club Leyla are popular in Campitello.

The valley's resorts offer traditional evening entertainment. Campitello is a fairly calm place. Restaurants, bars, pubs, discos, and a gaming salon are available for vacationers. Every year in February, the resort hosts a Romanesque carnival and a night marathon along the Sella Ronda trails. Canazei is a larger resort. This is a very pretty and noisier village. The main entertainment is restaurants, bars, cafes, pubs. Recommended: Giardino delle Rose and Lieber Augustin.

Val di Fassa: not only skiing

The resort provides excellent opportunities for sports and active recreation. Throughout the valley there are picturesque cross-country ski trails of varying difficulty, the longest being 12 km. In Canazei there is a modern wellness complex with a swimming pool, sauna, massage room and beauty salon, and there are thalassotherapy treatments. In Alba di Canazei there is indoor skating rink. In February, the valley hosts colorful carnival weeks, when local residents they dress up in bright costumes, celebrations and celebrations take place everywhere. From Val di Fassa you can go on excursions to neighboring cities - Verona, Venice, Trentino, Innsbruck is also nearby.

Val di Fassa: with children

Val di Fassa has separate ski areas with special children's lifts. There are children's parks in different areas of the valley, where children are taught the basics skiing or simply play, walk and provide lunch. In Alba di Canazei there is a miniclub Tananai, where teachers work with children and there is a ski kindergarten. There are children's ski schools in other villages in the valley.

In Campitello there is 1 school (alpine skiing, snowboarding and telemark), where 30 instructors work. Children's ski school accepts children from 4 years old, a week-long course (5-6 days) costs from 140 euros. Separate ski area, ski carousel and 1 children's lift. There is also one school in Canazei (alpine skiing, snowboarding, carving and telemark, 90 instructors). Children's ski school accepts children from 4 years old, a week-long course (5-6 days) costs from 130 euros. Separate area for skiing, ski carousel and 2 children's lifts. Ski competitions are held. Group classes for adults at the resorts of this valley cost from 130 euros (5 days for 3 hours), individual classes - approximately 40 euros for 1 hour.

- Be prepared for the fact that most of ski instructors do not speak Russian (Italian, German and, less often, English - local standard).
- When planning a trip to the Sella Ronda or to other remote valleys, carefully study the opening times of the lifts. Getting “stuck” in a neighboring or not quite neighboring valley is an expensive pleasure: traveling between resorts on skis is much faster than by road, and a taxi ride can cost a pretty penny.
- Avoid riding the Sella Ronda during peak periods, otherwise you may end up spending a lot of time in queues.
- Ski-express ticket (bus between the towns of Val Gardena and running around the resorts) - paid (7 euros per week or one-time - 3 euros), children under 6 years old - free. Tickets can be purchased at hotels and apartments, tourism offices, and ticket offices. The bus ticket is valid ONLY if you have a ski pass. IN high season buses run every 15 minutes, less frequently at the beginning/end of the season.
- Parking at lower stations Lifts usually have a fee (about 5 euros/day). Useful information about Italy