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Val Gardena · The holiday valley of the Dolomites
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TourisT officei-39048 selva GardenaMëisulesstr. 213
Tel. +39 04 71 77 79 00Fax +39 04 71 79 42 [email protected]
TourisT officei-39047 s. cristinaChemunstr. 9
Tel. +39 04 71 77 78 00Fax +39 04 71 79 31 [email protected]
TourisT officei-39046 ortiseiReziastr. 1
Tel. +39 04 71 77 76 00Fax +39 04 71 79 67 [email protected]
info Val GardenaTel. +39 04 71 77 77 [email protected]
skype name:info_val_gardena
room availability informationBy phone: from Monday to Saturday from 8am to 7pm
24-hour information systemwww.valgardena.it

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Val Gardena · The holiday valley of the Dolomites
edition 2013
TourisT officei-39048 selva GardenaMëisulesstr. 213
Tel. +39 04 71 77 79 00Fax +39 04 71 79 42 [email protected]
TourisT officei-39047 s. cristinaChemunstr. 9
Tel. +39 04 71 77 78 00Fax +39 04 71 79 31 [email protected]
TourisT officei-39046 ortiseiReziastr. 1
Tel. +39 04 71 77 76 00Fax +39 04 71 79 67 [email protected]
info Val GardenaTel. +39 04 71 77 77 [email protected]
skype name:info_val_gardena
room availability informationBy phone: from Monday to Saturday from 8am to 7pm
24-hour information systemwww.valgardena.it

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colophonconcept and creation: Typak | italian and english translations: Translation office magda m. moroderpictures: archive Val Gardena marketing, alex filz, atlas, Typak, diego moroder-dimodesign.it, udo Bernhart, robert perathoner-prodigit, helmuth rier, matthäus kostner, michael mussner, christof piccolruaz, fotoclub Val Gardena, archive dolomiti superski udo Bernhart, skischool ortisei, archive saslong classic club, freddy planinschek, matthias Vinatzer, alex runggaldier, Gerhard eisenschink, frieder Blickle, fotolia, Tappeiner.
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By carThe Val Gardena road network is directly connected to the motorway Auto-strada del Brennero (A22). Arriving from the south drive past Verona,Trento, Bolzano to Chiusa and take the exit Chiusa/Val Gardena. Arriving from the north, drive past Innsbruck – Brennero – Bressanone to Chiusa and take the exit Chiusa/Val Gardena. Following the road signs you reach Ortisei in about 20 minutes and a few km further you find S. Cristina and Selva Gardena. The mountain passes at the end of the valley are only a few minutes drive away. In Val Gardena, however, it is possible to do without a car for the whole period of your stay as the public transport connections are excellent in the high season and there are many lift facilities from each locality to the high altitude excursion and skiing areas. Many guests are happy to leave their car at home and reach Val Gardena by public transport.
By trainVal Gardena is connected to the rest of Italy and Europe by Intercity and Eurocity trains which all stop in Bolzano and Bressanone and some even in Chiusa. For information regarding timetables and connections go to: www.trenitalia.com
By busThere are various buses which leave from Bolzano, Bressanone and Chiusa to Val Gardena (public bus service timetable available at www.sii.bz.it). Some hotels offer a shuttle bus service to and from the stations. Further-more, on Saturdays there is a transfer service from Munich (airport and central station) to Val Gardena:
information and booking: Viaggi silbernaglTel. +39 04 71/70 66 33, [email protected] service is available from 15. 12. 2012 to 06. 04. 2013and from 01. 06. to 28. 09. 2013.return ticket prices:Central station - Val Gardena........................92,00 EuroAirport - Val Gardena..................................106,00 Euro
By airplaneThe nearest airports are located in Bolzano, Verona, Innsbruck, Bergamo, Munich and Milan. The Bolzano airport has daily flights to and from Rome.
Transfer from the airportFurthermore, during the winter 2012/13 and for the summer 2013 transfers have been organized between the airports of Verona (Catullo), Bergamo (Orio al Serio) and Innsbruck and Val Gardena. For further information and ticket sale, please go to www.flytovalgardena.com
For information regarding the taxi service to and from the stations and the airports, please contact our information offices or go to www.valgardena.it
Taxi and bus Autosella:Tel. +39 / 04 71 / 79 00 33Taxi and bus Val Gardena:Tel. +39 / 04 71 / 79 65 44
how to reach
Val Gardena
iTaly souTh Tyrol Val Gardena
sassolungo 3.181 mmarmolada 3.342 mGruppo sella piz Boé 3.152 mcir 2.592 mstevia 2.759 m sassopiatto 2.956 m

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colophonconcept and creation: Typak | italian and english translations: Translation office magda m. moroderpictures: archive Val Gardena marketing, alex filz, atlas, Typak, diego moroder-dimodesign.it, udo Bernhart, robert perathoner-prodigit, helmuth rier, matthäus kostner, michael mussner, christof piccolruaz, fotoclub Val Gardena, archive dolomiti superski udo Bernhart, skischool ortisei, archive saslong classic club, freddy planinschek, matthias Vinatzer, alex runggaldier, Gerhard eisenschink, frieder Blickle, fotolia, Tappeiner.
connecTions
By carThe Val Gardena road network is directly connected to the motorway Auto-strada del Brennero (A22). Arriving from the south drive past Verona,Trento, Bolzano to Chiusa and take the exit Chiusa/Val Gardena. Arriving from the north, drive past Innsbruck – Brennero – Bressanone to Chiusa and take the exit Chiusa/Val Gardena. Following the road signs you reach Ortisei in about 20 minutes and a few km further you find S. Cristina and Selva Gardena. The mountain passes at the end of the valley are only a few minutes drive away. In Val Gardena, however, it is possible to do without a car for the whole period of your stay as the public transport connections are excellent in the high season and there are many lift facilities from each locality to the high altitude excursion and skiing areas. Many guests are happy to leave their car at home and reach Val Gardena by public transport.
By trainVal Gardena is connected to the rest of Italy and Europe by Intercity and Eurocity trains which all stop in Bolzano and Bressanone and some even in Chiusa. For information regarding timetables and connections go to: www.trenitalia.com
By busThere are various buses which leave from Bolzano, Bressanone and Chiusa to Val Gardena (public bus service timetable available at www.sii.bz.it). Some hotels offer a shuttle bus service to and from the stations. Further-more, on Saturdays there is a transfer service from Munich (airport and central station) to Val Gardena:
information and booking: Viaggi silbernaglTel. +39 04 71/70 66 33, [email protected] service is available from 15. 12. 2012 to 06. 04. 2013and from 01. 06. to 28. 09. 2013.return ticket prices:Central station - Val Gardena........................92,00 EuroAirport - Val Gardena..................................106,00 Euro
By airplaneThe nearest airports are located in Bolzano, Verona, Innsbruck, Bergamo, Munich and Milan. The Bolzano airport has daily flights to and from Rome.
Transfer from the airportFurthermore, during the winter 2012/13 and for the summer 2013 transfers have been organized between the airports of Verona (Catullo), Bergamo (Orio al Serio) and Innsbruck and Val Gardena. For further information and ticket sale, please go to www.flytovalgardena.com
For information regarding the taxi service to and from the stations and the airports, please contact our information offices or go to www.valgardena.it
Taxi and bus Autosella:Tel. +39 / 04 71 / 79 00 33Taxi and bus Val Gardena:Tel. +39 / 04 71 / 79 65 44
how to reach
Val Gardena
iTaly souTh Tyrol Val Gardena
sassolungo 3.181 mmarmolada 3.342 mGruppo sella piz Boé 3.152 mcir 2.592 mstevia 2.759 m sassopiatto 2.956 m

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LegendaryDolomites
Index
“Pale Mountains”: this was the name used to describe
the Dolomites for quite some time until about 200 years
ago, when the French geologist Déodat de Dolomieu
studied and analyzed the composition of the rock. Thus
they inherited his name. The Val Gardena Dolomites em-
body a mysterious and legendary world that continues
to captivate even beyond its initial impact. The towering
Sassolungo stands out, reaching 3,181 meters. Its name
derives from the slender and long south wall (Italian:
sasso=stone, lungo=long). The eye-catching panorama
includes the jagged summits of the Torri del Fermeda,
which are part of the Odle Group, and the 3,000 me-
ters of the Furchëta and Sass Rigais, where Reinhold
Messner’s mountaineering career began. Year after year
countless skiers, excursionists and cyclists set out to
complete the circuit around the Sella Group, covering the
26 km of the renowned Sellaronda, clockwise or counter-
clockwise for any of the various sports.
5 Legendary Dolomites
8 Nature takes the stage
11 Summer in Val Gardena
14 The mountains are calling
17 Gardena lifestyle
18 Autumn in Val Gardena
21 United we stand
23 Services
26 Hurrah for skiing!
31 Charm of winter
32 Val Gardena cuisine
35 Crèches and ice sculptures
37 Children’s programme
38 Ski pass & ski schools
41 Highlights
42 Leading Mountain Resorts
43 valgardena.it
44 The gems of Val Gardena
It seems incredible that the landscape dominated
nowadays by these massive peaks, 250 million years
ago was covered by a tropical sea called Tethys. This sea
marks the birthplace of the Dolomites, as we are often
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Luis Trenker, one of the most famous descendants of Val
Gardena as well as a talented alpinist, defined the Do-
lomites as “the most beautiful mountains in the world”.
UNESCO also recognized the Dolomites unique beauty
and in 2009 these mountains were added to the list of the
World Heritage natural sites.
Not only rock climbers are drawn to the Puez-Odle Natural
Park, situated in the alpine paradise of the Val Gardena
Dolomites and part of the Natural Heritage of Humanity.
This protected area is a true living book of geology that
tells the history of the Dolomites through depositional
layers, erosion phenomena and various rock types.
Perceptive excursionists can find both small and large
treasures, like fossils of sea shells and other oceanic
remains as well as flowers like gentians and edelweiss or
perhaps even spot a deer or bird of prey. In March, cro-
cuses and spring pasque flowers announce the arrival of
spring, while in summer one can find alpine roses, Turk’s
cap lilies and rare orchid species such as the lady’s slip-
per. With a little luck you might even spot a golden eagle
circling majestically in the skies above Vallunga.
The “Pale Mountains”
And when, at different times throughout the day,
the “Pale Mountains” alternate between shades
of silvery grey, yellow ochre or coppery red,
and the sun kissed peaks blush, the silence is
often broken by the shrill calls of marmots.

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In Val Gardena, the trails begin right outside your front door
and numerous uphill facilities quickly carry hikers up to
the realm of chamois and marmots. The towers, summits,
peaks and gigantic boulders of the Val Gardena Dolomites
have the power to ignite the imagination and desire to walk
in even the smallest of hikers. During the Children’s Weeks,
in the summer months, everything revolves around games,
sports and nature with special attention to fairy tales and
legends of the valley. The high wire adventure park of Or-
tisei lets both young and old test themselves along dozens
of suspension bridges, platforms, stairs and ladders at
heights between three and fifty metres, equipped with hel-
mets, harnesses, carabiners and ropes. The loop around
the Sella Group takes 5 to 8 hours along the Sellaronda.
Cyclists are faster, whereas those who would like to see the
view from above can opt for paragliding. In any case, every-
one will enjoy breathtaking views.
The alpine world of the Val Gardena Dolomites offers
adventure for the whole family. Discovering this ter-
restrial paradise will be an unforgettable experience
whether on foot, by bicycle, along a rock wall or high
in the sky.
Sellaronda Bike Day
During summer, two Sundays are designated to the
Sellaronda Bike Day. The motto is “Make way for
cyclists!”: the surrounding Dolomite passes are closed
to traffic and reserved for those who prefer to pedal.
www.sellarondabikeday.com
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Themountainsarecalling
The Dolomites of Val Gardena are one of the most highly
esteemed alpine areas by rock climbers and excursion-
ists. Green pastures at their feet and characteristic moun-
tain huts have the same enticing effect on expert climbers
as well as on the casual weekend climbers.
From the late 19th century, the Val Gardena Dolomites
have attracted enthusiasts from all over the globe. By
now, the reputation of the grey mountains inhabited by
evil spirits is only an old recollection. Dexterity and skill
accompany climbers and excursionists as they conquer
peaks at the top of steep walls climbing up through crev-
ices and openings in the rock, or as they attempt descents
into hidden canyons. Those who have succumbed to the
allure of the mountains find it difficult to stay away. There
are two distinct characteristics that Val Gardena alpinists
have in common: cohesion and solidarity. Luis Trenker
once said: ”The only conversations at summits that make
real sense are those of the mountaineers.” Safety is top
priority and the crew at the mountain rescue service Aiut
Alpin Dolomites is always ready to intervene in case of
emergency, either with or without a helicopter.
Discover the Dolomites
The experts at the Val Gardena Mountain Guides
Association and at the Alpine School Catores
passionately accompany mountain enthusiasts to
discover the Dolomites. One classic itinerary is the
via ferrata to the top of the Sassopiatto (2,956 m).
www.dolomitesalpine.it

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Gardenalifestyle
The native people of Val Gardena are devoted to tradition
and proud of their Ladin language and culture;
however they are open to innovation and modernity.
The three main towns of the valley - Ortisei, S. Cristina
and Selva Gardena - boast picturesque old town centres
and each offer high-end holidays with comfortable
hotels, cosy cafes, elegant shops and modern facilities
to suit all needs. Val Gardena, a popular tourist destina-
tion, offers everything you need for a relaxing stay full
of discoveries, with one of the most beautiful landscapes
beyond compare, wrapped by the magnificent backdrop
of the Dolomites.
“Bënunì te Gherdëina!” - Welcome to Val Gardena!
Ortisei, S. Cristina and Selva Gardena - the three main
towns of the valley - charm visitors with their distinctive
mix of Ladin culture, Tyrolean traditions and the Italian
Dolce Vita.
Carving tradition
In S. Cristina, you can see the world’s largest nativity
scene carved by a team of local sculptors. The permanent
exhibit UNIKA is open all year round and can be found at
the entrance to Ortisei. UNIKA is dedicated to the art of
wood carving in Val Gardena. Aside from viewing the
collections, it is also possible to watch the artists at work.
In autumn, UNIKA hosts a temporary exhibit of wood
carving and sculptures.
www.unika.org
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AutumninValGardena
As the days become shorter, the air becomes crisper
and the light begins to change, the Val Gardena Dolomites
start to embrace the colours of autumn making a last call
for open air walks in pleasant company.
Hues of yellow, orange and red mark the arrival of autumn
and create a dramatic contrast against the deep blue
sky, whereas the harsh temperatures up on the mountain
passes confirm that winter is just around the corner.
Yet warm rays of sun still reach the valley, warming the
heart and soul.
Guided botanical and nature outings are available for
those who want to have a closer look at the flora and
fauna. There are also excursions accompanied by local
experts to spot wildlife - it is always a thrilling experience
to hear the rutting call of a stag, or especially at dawn to
come across a rabbit or a roe deer.
Törggelen
Autumn is the time for Törggelen:
a jubilant gathering to feast on wholesome
traditional dishes like Surfleisch, pork ribs,
sausages, sauerkraut and dumplings while
sipping a glass of Nuier, new wine. For dessert,
there are roasted chestnuts and the homemade
jam or chestnut cream filled Krapfen,
a must for any sweet tooth.

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Back in the 17th century, when the first families began to
try their hand at wood carving, no one could have ever
imagined that the Val Gardena style of wood carving
would become known throughout the world. In time,
crèche figures, toys, figures and altars began to appear:
the imagination of the artisans knew no bounds. Since
then, the art of wood carving has become a tradition and
has been handed down from generation to generation.
On one hand, today’s lifestyle is a bit different and in re-
cent decades the main source of income is based on the
tourist industry. On the other hand, diligence, persever-
ance, cohesion and respect for traditions are priorities
still held high amongst the local people.
Just 70 years ago, most of the people of Val Gardena
were farmers and lived on high altitude farms around
the Sella and the Sassolungo Group. They tended to
their pastures and cultivated where they could along the
steep hillsides, and ponderously cared for their crops.
Val Gardena folklore festival
Every year, the first Sunday of August, the Val Gardena
folklore festival is held: men, women and children all
dressed in magnificent costumes, cheerfully participate in
the traditional parade. In collaboration there are perfor-
mances by local choirs, folkloristic dances and delicious
specialties of the local cuisine.
Museum Gherdëina
The Museum Gherdëina of Ortisei offers a complete
overview of the cultural, artistic and natural history
development in Val Gardena.
www.museumgherdeina.it

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Val Gardena actiVeTel. +39 / 04 71 / 77 79 00+39 / 04 71 / 77 78 00+39 / 04 71 / 77 76 [email protected]
dSV nordic actiVe ParkPerfect for beginners and experts, the park has been created byDSV, the German Ski Association and offers three routes:• Blue (easy, 3km)• Red (intermediate, 6km)• Black (difficult, 9km)In winter it is a centre for cross country skiing, snowshoeing and for biathlon.
criStal d’or hikinG PaSSDepending on the distance covered, there are points for every visit to a refuge or mountain lodge. The sum of the points equate to a bronze, silver, gold or crystal award.
Val Gardena card - Mobility cardUnlimited use for 3 or 6 days of 12 lift facilities andthe bus service in the territory of the MobilcardSouth Tyrol.
Mountain Guide & alPine School catoreSOrtisei office - Church SquareTel. +39 / 04 71 / 79 82 23S. Cristina office - Str. DursanTel. +39 / 04 71 / 79 30 [email protected]
Val Gardena Mountain Guide aSSociationTel. +39 / 04 71 / 79 41 [email protected]
Mountain bike School Val GardenaTel. +39 / 3 39 / 2 54 79 [email protected]
MuSeuM GherdëinaStr. Rezia 83, OrtiseiTel. +39 / 04 71 / 79 75 [email protected]
art 52Cultural Centre Ortiseiwww.art52.it
Gardena art [email protected]
Services

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Hurrahforskiing!
Those who come to Val Gardena to ski, literally are spoilt
for choice, as hundreds of kilometres of slopes twisting
through the magnificent landscape and suitable for be-
ginners, advanced skiers and professionals are waiting
on them.
The ski resorts of Val Gardena are equipped with the
most modern uphill facilities and are part of the Dolomiti
Superski, the largest alpine skiing circuit, possessing
a total of 450 lift facilities and 1,220 km of ski runs.
The German website skiresort.de, unparalleled in the
industry, has ranked Val Gardena as one of the top ten
ski areas of the world.
The 26 km of the famous Sellaronda, around the Sella
Group, can be done in only one day, crossing four moun-
tain passes and passing through four Ladin valleys, in
three separate provinces. A guaranteed fun-filled day.
Since December 2004, the underground funicular Val
Gardena Ronda Express in S. Cristina connects all the
ski areas of the valley. In addition, in only eight minutes,
the new funicular Rasciesa in Ortisei carries passengers
up to an altitude of 2,100 m, right in the heart of nature.
Südtirol Gardenissima
The ski season comes to an end with a unique
annual event, the giant slalom Südtirol Gardenissima,
where the aces of skiing launch themselves from the
top of Seceda (2,518 m) covering the 6 km slope in just
3.40 minutes and overcoming an altitude difference
of 1,033 m - a challenge even for the pros!
www.gardenissima.eu
Special weeks
During the special weeks Val Gardena Super Première,
Val Gardena Super Kids and Val Gardena Super Sun,
tourists can experience the magic of winter by
taking advantage of exclusive offers.

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Charmofwinter
It’s wonderful to walk in this enchanted scenery. You
don’t need much: just a pair of snowshoes, two ski or
hiking poles and… off you go! For those who prefer a bit
more verve, they can rent a sled, then take the funicular
up to Rasciesa and come speeding back down the 6 km
sled run. Even cross-country skiers will marvel over the
kilometres of the modern cross-country ski centre Monte
Pana and the Nordic Active Park in Vallunga.
And finally, a horse-drawn sleigh ride is by far the most
romantic way to admire the charm of winter.
And what could be better than stopping by one of the
traditional huts to enjoy a hearty snack and relax in the
sun surrounded by spectacular views?
Every year, Mr. Winter and Mrs. Snow bestow their magic
touch on Val Gardena. They sprinkle the mountain tops
and cover the landscape with a thick blanket of snow
before they call upon the sun to brighten everything
with its warm rays.
Mar Dolomit pool
In the evening, when the day’s exertion starts to
set in, it’s incredibly relaxing to dive into warm waters,
enjoy a steam bath or stretch out on ergonomic beds…
Where? At Mar Dolomit, the pool and aquatic park
of Ortisei.
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ValGardenacuisine
The cuisine of Val Gardena is a creative blend of tradi-
tional homemade dishes and Italian and international
inspired specialties. The choice of the establishment is
in itself a unique experience: you can choose from cosy
old fashioned wooden Stuben, Italian pizzerias, high end
restaurants and charming mountain chalets.
Active holidays are great, but between one activity and
another, one is sure to work up an appetite.
There is always something to discover in the cuisine of
Val Gardena, from Ladin recipes to Nouvelle cuisine to
tasty Italian dishes. The fundamentals are fresh local
ingredients, lots of creativity and the acclaimed Val
Gardena hospitality.
Just deciding what to eat can be an adventure: fresh fish
with a view on the Sassolungo, hearty dumplings in the
shadow of steep slopes or perhaps a refined yet refresh-
ing snack? There really is something for everyone. Typical dishes
Recently, there has been a revival of typical
dishes, such as crafuncins (spinach filled ravioli),
puessl (apple pancake) and bales de furmenton
(buckwheat dumplings).

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Crèchesandicesculptures
The little wooden houses at the Christmas market in
S. Cristina are festively decorated for the occasion.
You can stroll through the market surrounded by beauti-
fully carved nativity scenes and figures, Christmas tree
decorations, candles, glassware and ceramics, and
enjoy a cup of hot mulled wine and some spicy ginger-
bread sweets, while nostalgic melodies of Christmas
can be heard throughout.
The people of Val Gardena undeniably have the art of
woodcarving in their blood, as demonstrated during the
traditional snow sculpture contest, where they compete
by creating magnificent compositions of ice and snow.
At the stroke of midnight, a dazzling fireworks display
bids farewell to the old year and greets the new year
with a jubilant “Bënunì!”.
As throughout all of South Tyrol, also Val Gardena is
embellished with that magical Christmas feeling and
rings in the New Year in style.
Torchlight shows
Particularly striking are the New Year’s Eve torchlight
shows, organized by the ski schools.
Expert ski instructors perform elegant yet thrilling
arrangements and breathtaking freestyle jumps
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Children’sprogramme
FaMily PackaGeIn all accommodations marked with the teddy bear, there are special conditions all year round for families with children accommodated in an extra bed in the parents’ room.• up to 2 years: free accommodation• from 2 to 6 years: 50% reduction• from 6 to 12 years: 30% reduction
haPPy birthday!If your child’s birthday falls on a day during your holiday in Val Gardena, the Tourist Office will have a nice birthday presentwaiting for him or her.
Val Gardena actiVeTel. +39 / 04 71 / 77 79 00+39 / 04 71 / 77 78 00+39 / 04 71 / 77 76 [email protected]
Miniclub SelViTel. +39 / 04 71 / 79 51 56 [email protected]
VerdebelloTel. +39 / 04 71 / 79 61 53 +39 / 3 35 / 7 88 22 [email protected]
caSabiMboTel. +39 / 3 40 / 0 91 76 32 +39 / 04 71 / 79 30 [email protected]
children’S PlayGroundSThere are numerous children’s playgrounds in Val Gardena aswell as children-friendly walking and hiking trails for excursionswith all the family. Val Gardena won the 2009 VKE (Playgroundand Recreation Association) prize for child friendliness.
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Ski and torch relayS
The ski schools of Val Gardena organiseweekly ski relays and shows.
Val Gardena Ski exPreSS – Ski buS
Unlimited use of the ski buswithin each locality as wellas between Selva Gardena and Ortisei.
Tickets for 1 day or 1 week.
doloMiti SuPerSki
www.DolomitiSuperski.com
tranSFerS FroM the airPort
Book your transfer fromthe Verona-Catullo, Bergamo-Orio al Serio and Innsbruck airports to Val Gardenaonline at www.flytovalgardena.com
Snowboard and Ski School 2000Mëisulesstr. 275, 244 and 290 · I-39048 Selva GardenaTel. +39 / 04 71 / 77 31 25 - 04 71 / 79 52 55Fax +39 / 04 71 / 77 32 83 · [email protected]
Ski and Snowboard School SaSlonGReziastr. 10I-39046 OrtiseiTel. +39 / 04 71 / 78 62 58 · Fax +39 / 04 71 / 78 94 [email protected] · www.skisaslong.com

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6 € 187,00 € 131,00 € 168,00 6 € 206,00 € 144,00 € 185,00 6 € 234,00 € 164,00 € 210,00
In addition: seasontickets|choiceticket:10dayskipassspreadover14daysholiday|DolomitiSuperskichoiceseasonticket:12dayskipassthroug-houtthewholeseason|transferableskipassvalidforseveraldaysforfamilieswithchildrenbelowtheageof3|prepaidticket|singletickets/multijourneytickets|childrenuptotheageof8(bornafter01.12.2004)getafreeskipass(exceptseasonpasses),iftheaccompanyingpersonbuysaskipassforthesameperiod.Wherecanyoubuyyourskipass?|inthebranchesoftheCassadiRisparmioinallthreetownsofValGardenaandatthevalleystationoftheValGardenaRondaExpress.Furtherinfoandreductionatwww.valgardena.it
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Peak SeaSon: 23.12.2012 - 05.01.2013 03.02.2013 - 16.03.2013
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1 € 40,00 € 28,00 € 36,00 1 € 45,00 € 32,00 € 41,00 1 € 50,00 € 35,00 € 45,00
2 € 79,00 € 56,00 € 71,00 2 € 87,00 € 61,00 € 79,00 2 € 99,00 € 69,00 € 89,00
3 € 115,00 € 81,00 € 104,00 3 € 127,00 € 89,00 € 114,00 3 € 144,00 € 101,00 € 130,00
4 € 148,00 € 103,00 € 133,00 4 € 162,00 € 114,00 € 146,00 4 € 184,00 € 129,00 € 166,00
5 € 177,00 € 124,00 € 159,00 5 € 194,00 € 136,00 € 175,00 5 € 221,00 € 155,00 € 199,00
6 € 203,00 € 142,00 € 183,00 6 € 223,00 € 156,00 € 201,00 6 € 254,00 € 178,00 € 228,00
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Ski and Snowboard School SelVa GardenaDantercëpiesstr. 4 and Mëisulesstr. 178I-39048 Selva GardenaTel. +39 / 04 71 / 79 51 56 · Fax +39 / 04 71 / 79 42 [email protected] · www.scuolasciselva.com
Ski and Snowboard School ortiSeiRezia Square 75/a and Promenedastr. 1I-39046 OrtiseiTel. +39 / 04 71 / 79 61 53 · Fax +39 / 04 71 / 79 79 [email protected] · www.valgardenaski.com
Ski and Snowboard School S. criStinaIman Center and Dosses Square · I-39047 S. CristinaTel. +39 / 04 71 / 79 20 45 - 04 71 / 79 02 02Fax +39 / 04 71 / 79 00 53 · [email protected]

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Highlights
FiS Ski world cuP: 14.-15.12.2012
Two races on the famous Saslong slope with its “camel humps“
chriStMaS on ice: 27.12.2012
Ice show with famous ice skating artists in Christmas atmosphere
Sellaronda SkiMarathon: 08.03.2013
Ski touring marathon on the four passes
Südtirol GardeniSSiMa: 01.04.2013
The world’s longest giant slalom with 650 participants
Val Gardena SPrinG troPhy: 01.-03.04.2013
International Junior ice skating contest
Südtirol Sellaronda hero: 22.06.2013
The hardest mountain bike race in Europe with 4.200 m of difference in elevation
Sellaronda bike day: 23.06.2013 & 22.09.2013
Car-free day around the Sella Group, only open to bikers
iVV VolkSSPort olyMPiadS: 25-29.06.2013
13. International Volkssport Olympiads
belSy FeStiVal: 29.06.2013
Folk music festival with Belsy, winner of the Folk Music Grand Prix
international horSe Show PozzaManiGoni:
July/auGuSt 2013 - Spectacular horse riding contest with obstacles
ValGardenaMuSika: July to SePteMber 2013
Series of classic concerts with worldfamous orchestras
Val Gardena Folklore FeStiVal: 04.08.2013
The biggest folklore festival of the valley with a procession of traditional costumes
unika: 22.-25.08.2013
Large exhibition of Val Gardena’s sculpture and art
xxV culinary and ladin culture weekS: 01.-22.09.2013
Presentations and performances related to the Ladin tradition
Val Gardena alPine weekend: 13-15.09.2013
Weekend with highlights for every mountain lover
12th ladiner FeStiVal: 04.-06.10.20133
Folk music festival with the Grand Prix winners “Die Ladiner“
Val Gardena-Südtirol aPt challenGer 64.000 euro+h: 02.-10.11.2013 - International Men Tennis Championships
You will find the detailed programme in the Val Gardena Events
depliant or on the website www.valgardena.it.
Please note that the programme may change.

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LeadingMountainResortsoftheWorld
“Leading Mountain Resorts of the World” is a list of tourist resortswhich offer first class quality mountain holidays at any time of theyear. Val Gardena was awarded this title.The other resorts are: Queenstown (New Zealand-Australasia), Saas-Fee (Switzerland-Europe), Åre (Sweden-Europe) and Banff Lake Louise (Canada-North America). We would like to suggest you to visit our other partner resorts should you ever be organizing a holiday in any of the above mentioned countries. For further information: www.leadingmountainresorts.com
Val Gardena - euroPeVal Gardena is a valley of superior class tourism and is magnificent both in summer and in winter. This resort lies in the heart of the Dolomites, one of the most beautiful alpine areas and the largest ski area of Europe.
QueenStown - auStralaSiaQueenstown lies in the heart of a magnificent subalpine landscapeimpressive, amazing and thrilling and is the most prestigiouslagoon and alpine resort for relaxation in New Zealand.
SaaS-Fee - euroPeSaas-Fee awaits you with 300 days of sunshine a year, its unique mountainworld, countless sports adventures and various wellness offers. Thirteen peaks over four thousand meters surround the car-free glacier resort Saas-Fee and its neighboursSaas-Grund, Saas-Almagell and Saas-Balen like a shell
Åre - euroPe100 years of ski innovation: explore Scandinavia’s most mythical ski resort. The peaks in Åre attract visitors all year round with more than 100 years of ski history, novelties and trends which were born here but which reach far beyond the borders.
banFF lake louiSe - north aMericaExperience the world-famous “champagne powder” in the three ski resorts in Banff National Park, surrounded by pristine wilderness and spectacular mountain scenery. In summer, you can watch grizzly bears and elks in the wild, hike alpine meadows, canoe glacial lakes, bike, golf, and more.
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www.valgardena.it
are you lookinG For a rooM or an aPartMent?Val Gardena offers you an avantgarde room availability system, updated directly by the accommodation facility keepers. The collaborators of the Tourist Offices have the same information you find on the website. Due to our new “valgardena.itonline booking” (VOB), you can book your accommodation in Val Gardena online directly: www.valgardena.itYou can also plan your vacation through our booking centre calling: +39 / 04 71 / 77 77 77.
aPP Val Gardena - GrödenThe official Apple and Android APP to discover and experience Val Gardena, which you can use both in the valley and at home for your holiday planning. The APP offers among other things a search function to check the availability of accommodation, a list with all events, news, weather information inclusive of real-time data, webcams,a list of the open cableways, lifts and runs, and apicture and video gallery of Val Gardena.
Partner webSiteSVisit our websites:
www.dolomitesalpine.it www.mtb-dolomites.com
www.sellarondabikeday.com www.gardenissima.eu
Val Gardena online ShoPVisit our online shop where you can easily view and buy many interesting articles regarding Val Gardena, such as the new excursion maps, posters etc...
realtiMe weather webcaMSVal Gardena has now 8 livecams, which are unique in the Alps and transmit weather conditions and panoramic views in real time.www.valgardena.it/en/livecam
newSletterDo you wish to receive the latest news and information regardingevents in Val Gardena? Then subscribe to our free newsletter.
Val Gardena Mobilemobil.valgardena.it
Social networkSVal Gardena is present in all the most important social networks -become our fan and follower and stay updated!
www.facebook.com/VGardenawww.twitter.com/VGardena
www.valgardenait.blogspot.it

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ThegemsofValGardena
In 1873, the writer Amelia Edwards defined Ortisei as the
“capital of Toyland”. The town welcomes its visitors at
the entrance of Val Gardena, at 1,236 m above sea level.
It is distinguished by its worldliness yet classic alpine
character and its attractive mixture of modern
and traditional architecture, as well as the ample choices
of sports, culture, art, gastronomy and shopping.
Farther up and on the sunny side on the valley, there is
S. Cristina, a small picturesque village at an altitude of
1,428 m. Surrounded by Monte Pana, Col Raiser and the
finish line of the World Cup slope Saslong, the tiny town
has won the hearts of mountain and winter sports enthu-
siasts, and just about anyone seeking a relaxing holiday.
At an elevation of 1,563 m, situated at the bottom of the
Sella Group and right in the heart of the renowned alpine
skiing circuit Dolomiti Superski, there is Selva Gardena.
A lively town at the end of the valley, well known for its
bars, restaurants, traditional chalets and all sorts of fun,
like parties, discos and après-ski.
The three main centres of Val Gardena - Ortisei, S. Cris-
tina and Selva Gardena - are just a mere 8 km apart from
each other. Each offers top-quality holidays throughout
the year. What really makes these villages stand out is
the magnificent natural landscape, their commitment
to culture and tradition, and the warm and courteous
hospitality.
The Railway of Val Gardena
The Ferata de Gherdëina - the Railway of Val Gardena -
was built during the First World War and for 44 years it
puffed along the tracks into the valley at 15 kph. Today,
the obsolete tracks have been replaced by a path that
follows the old route through the valley with occasional
old photographs along the way.
Ortisei
S. Cristina
Selva Gardena

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connecTions
By carThe Val Gardena road network is directly connected to the motorway Auto-strada del Brennero (A22). Arriving from the south drive past Verona,Trento, Bolzano to Chiusa and take the exit Chiusa/Val Gardena. Arriving from the north, drive past Innsbruck – Brennero – Bressanone to Chiusa and take the exit Chiusa/Val Gardena. Following the road signs you reach Ortisei in about 20 minutes and a few km further you find S. Cristina and Selva Gardena. The mountain passes at the end of the valley are only a few minutes drive away. In Val Gardena, however, it is possible to do without a car for the whole period of your stay as the public transport connections are excellent in the high season and there are many lift facilities from each locality to the high altitude excursion and skiing areas. Many guests are happy to leave their car at home and reach Val Gardena by public transport.
By trainVal Gardena is connected to the rest of Italy and Europe by Intercity and Eurocity trains which all stop in Bolzano and Bressanone and some even in Chiusa. For information regarding timetables and connections go to: www.trenitalia.com
By busThere are various buses which leave from Bolzano, Bressanone and Chiusa to Val Gardena (public bus service timetable available at www.sii.bz.it). Some hotels offer a shuttle bus service to and from the stations. Further-more, on Saturdays there is a transfer service from Munich (airport and central station) to Val Gardena:
information and booking: Viaggi silbernaglTel. +39 04 71/70 66 33, [email protected] service is available from 15. 12. 2012 to 06. 04. 2013and from 01. 06. to 28. 09. 2013.return ticket prices:Central station - Val Gardena........................92,00 EuroAirport - Val Gardena..................................106,00 Euro
By airplaneThe nearest airports are located in Bolzano, Verona, Innsbruck, Bergamo, Munich and Milan. The Bolzano airport has daily flights to and from Rome.
Transfer from the airportFurthermore, during the winter 2012/13 and for the summer 2013 transfers have been organized between the airports of Verona (Catullo), Bergamo (Orio al Serio) and Innsbruck and Val Gardena. For further information and ticket sale, please go to www.flytovalgardena.com
For information regarding the taxi service to and from the stations and the airports, please contact our information offices or go to www.valgardena.it
Taxi and bus Autosella:Tel. +39 / 04 71 / 79 00 33Taxi and bus Val Gardena:Tel. +39 / 04 71 / 79 65 44
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TourisT officei-39048 selva GardenaMëisulesstr. 213
Tel. +39 04 71 77 79 00Fax +39 04 71 79 42 [email protected]
TourisT officei-39047 s. cristinaChemunstr. 9
Tel. +39 04 71 77 78 00Fax +39 04 71 79 31 [email protected]
TourisT officei-39046 ortiseiReziastr. 1
Tel. +39 04 71 77 76 00Fax +39 04 71 79 67 [email protected]
info Val GardenaTel. +39 04 71 77 77 [email protected]
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