Val Gardena at a glance
- Ideal for
- Long descents: La Longia, over 10 km
- Advanced skiers: the World Cup Saslong
- Beginner families on the Alpe di Siusi
- Less suitable if
- Natural snow: 100% of runs covered by snow cannons
- April skiing: closes in early April
Weather, snow and webcams in Val Gardena
MET Norway forecast, updated daily at 1 am and 9 am.
Snow report · Avalanche bulletin
Where to stay in Val Gardena
Recommended hotels for your budget
Comfort
What to do in Val Gardena besides skiing
Val Gardena piste map and ski area
Beginners: Alpe di Siusi; 3h introduction on Saturdays in Selva, 3 people at most
OpenSkiMap data · © OpenStreetMap contributors (ODbL), unofficial. Official piste map
Val Gardena lift pass prices
| Lift pass | Adult | Child |
|---|---|---|
| 1 day · low season | €75 | – |
| 1 day · high season | €83 | €58 |
| 6 days · January | €378 | €265 |
| Superski · 6 days, January | €407 | €285 |
2026-2027 prices · Ticket office price, cheaper online · child = junior born 2009-2018 · born 2019-2023: free with an adult · official ticket office
Ski rental and lessons in Val Gardena
Book your skis before you go
- 3 Skiset shops in Val Gardena, near the lifts
- Equipment, shop and dates chosen online, in a few minutes
Skiset (3 shops) and Snowrental (4), in Ortisei and Santa Cristina · no Skiset in Selva
Ski lessons and schools
| Lessons (2026-2027 season) | Price |
|---|---|
| Adult intro lesson, Saturday 3h, max 3 people | €141.50 |
| Child aged 4-13, half-day, 5 days (21 hours) | €358 |
| Child aged 4-13, half-day, 5 days, high season | €422 |
| Child aged 4-13, full day, 5 days (32.5 hours) | €504.50 |
Half-day or full-day lessons for ages 4 to 13; Junior Club ages 14-18 (Selva).
When to ski in Val Gardena
Best time: January to March
Getting to Val Gardena
On site
Where to eat and unwind in Val Gardena
In the 65 mountain huts alongside the runs, then in the bars and pubs of Selva and Ortisei
Restaurants in the resort
Starred restaurant at the Hotel Gardena Grödnerhof
📍 OrtiseiStarred restaurant at the Alpenroyal Grand Hotel
📍 SelvaGrilled meats and pizzas, Str. Dursan 13
📍 Santa CristinaPizzeria open all year, Streda Dursan 95
📍 Santa CristinaRestaurant and pizzeria, Streda Sneton 1
📍 OrtiseiMountain restaurants
Spa and relaxation
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Frequently asked questions
When does Val Gardena open in 2026-2027?
The Val Gardena and Sella Ronda lifts open on 4 December 2026; closing is planned for 4 April 2027.
How much is the Val Gardena/Alpe di Siusi lift pass?
At the ticket office, €75 a day at the low rate and €83 in high season; €378 for 6 days from 11 to 16 January 2027 and €421 in February. Slightly cheaper online, at least two days ahead.
What is the longest run in Val Gardena?
La Longia, which runs from the Seceda down to Ortisei: over 10 km and 1,273 m of vertical drop.
Where to stay: Selva, Santa Cristina or Ortisei?
Selva for setting off on the Sella Ronda, Santa Cristina for peace and quiet and the Col Raiser, Ortisei for a proper town with the Seceda and the Alpe di Siusi gondola.
Is Val Gardena suitable for beginners?
Yes, especially on the Alpe di Siusi, the sector for beginners and families. The Selva school offers 3-hour introductory lessons in very small groups.
How do you get to Val Gardena without a car?
By train to Bolzano, Chiusa, Bressanone or Ponte Gardena, then bus 350. On site, the Val Gardena Guest Pass from participating accommodation gives access to the valley ski buses.
Sources and method
Resort profile: valgardena.it, wikidata.org
Lift passes: dolomitisuperski.com
Getting there: valgardena.it
Accommodation: valgardena.it
Restaurants and activities: val-gardena.com, valgardena.it
Equipment rental: skiset.com, snowrental.com, scuolasciselva.com
Webcams: api.panomax.com, valgardena.it
Runs and lifts: OpenSkiMap · © OpenStreetMap contributors (ODbL). Terrain: Mapzen Terrain Tiles (AWS Open Data). Forecasts: MET Norway (CC BY 4.0). Schools, restaurants, spas and practical information: venue websites and tourist office.
Photos: Wolfgang Moroder, CC BY-SA 3.0, Wikimedia Commons.
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