Objevte krásy Dolomiti Alta Badia

The project "Respect the mountains" aims to raise awareness of environmentally friendly conduct among visitors, locals and tourism professionals in the Dolomites, UNESCO World Heritage. It seeks to encourage everyone to act respectfully and responsibly in the mountains as well as in everyday life. Its key topics are potable water and waste prevention.

South Tyrolean tap water is potable and of a high quality. But water, including our drinking water, is a rare and precious commodity.
The project "Respect the mountains" teaches tourism professionals, locals and guests about the high quality of our potable tap water and how to use it carefully and respectfully.
Marked refill spots are available in the villages and on the walking trails for visitors and locals to refill their own water bottles.

The outdoor and indoor tennis courts in Alta Badia offer the chance to play tennis throughout the year. 

At the Tennis Center Corvara, there are 2 indoor courts. 

Ski rental, service and depot directly by the Ski School Ladinia.

Price:
4,00 € per person
20,00 € per match

The Gaidra weaving mill is a thriving artisanal textile company based in Pederoa in Alta Badia in the Dolomites. We are custodians of the finest weaving tradition and use advanced technology to improve and optimize the production of our fabrics. We produce linen, cotton, and wool fabrics. Our activity begins with fabric design and ends with direct sales from the finished product. Alongside the manufacturing facility, you will find a store with all custom-made textile products for the home. Additionally, in the Gaidra HOME showroom showcases upholstered furniture,  completing our range of furnishings.

"Knowledge, kindness, and progress: the fundamental values of our business."

The cross country skiing centre- zënter de paslunch Alta Badia is situated in Sciaré/Armentarola, 3 km from San Cassiano. The trails stretch for about 26 km across meadows and forests at the foot of the Conturines, Lavarella and Settsass mountain range. At the starting point of the trail you will find a service centre with ski school, ski rental, toilets, changing rooms, bar and restaurant with hot food served throughout the day.
The cross-country ski trail is suitable for both classic and skating and, in addition to the yellow marked practice trail, offers eight routes of varying difficulty: Sas Dlacia, Sciaré, Pinais, Pre de Costa, Störes and Conturines. The last two are intended as racing or training tracks.

In case of insufficient snow conditions, about 4 km of trail are artificially snowed.

If we take the path above the Church in Badia, after about half an hour, we arrive at a junction; one road leads to Valgiarëi and the other to Sotciastel. The name of this farm is easy to  explain; the Ciastel farm is further above. As is the case in many other places the name of the settlement below is given with the preposition "sot" (below).

In the 1980s Sotciastel became famous as the result of research carried out by the University of Trento in cooperation with the Provincial Monument Office and the Ladin Cultural Institute "Micurá de Rü". These excavations proved that a Bronze Age settlement including permanent living quarters once stood here. The kind of articles found - parts of weaving looms, kitchen implements, agricultural tools, jewellery, pins and awls - lead us to believe that the settlement was agricultural and pastoral, was inhabited the whole year round and that above all sheep, goats, oxen and cattle were reared.

The settlement in Sotciastel appears to have been one of the first in the valley where people lived for a longer period of time.

Rental for: skis, boots, poles, helmets, snowboards, carving skis, and sleds.

Service: base waxing, binding adjustment, balancing, edge grinding, and base repairs. The advice and friendliness of our qualified personnel guarantee individualized service.

The ski shop is located adjacent to the SKIMINICLUB of the Ski School. Nearby is the School itself, only two steps from the ski lifts, right in the center of La Villa, the heart of the Alta Badia.

The Coz residence is a short distance away from San Linert. The name "Coz" appears to be of pre-Latin origin and comes from the word "koltju" although we do not know where this word comes from or what it means. This is one of the oldest farms in the area.

The Coz residence we see today was built by the Colz family in 1604. The residential part was renovated in 1996/97. The Colz family sold the farm to the Winkler family from St. Lorenzen in 1695 and they sold it to Jakob Irsara in 1754 and his family still own the farm.

The house has a rectangular form and a hipped roof, along with two wings. The decorations in the house chapel are very valuable; built in 1613 we can see scenes from the creation, the life of Moses, the Crucifixion and the copper snake. On the external wall we can see two saints; St. Christopher and St. Florian.

In addition to the living quarters there are also smaller buildings such as the corn silo, the smithy and the fodder store.

The Coz residence is now a private dwelling and can be seen from outside on the route of the Badia culture trail.

The late Gothic church of Colfosco, with the Sella Massif in the background, is a popular photo motif of the Dolomites.

The parish church of St. Vigil was first mentioned in 1419. In the following years it was restored and expanded several times.

Particularly interesting are the neo-Gothic lobby on the outer facade with a grooved and beveled pointed arch portal, the bulbous spire and the church altar. This dates from the late 19th century and is from the local artist Johann Valentin - Badia. In the middle niche of the altar there is an 18th century picture of the Virgin Mary and on the sides there are the statues of St. Vigilius and St. Kassian. For safety reasons, the valuable statue of St. Vigilius has been replaced with a copy.

Yoga Studio Dolomites - the first yoga studio in Alta Badia!

YOGA STUDIO DOLOMITES offers Iyengar® Yoga classes with the certified teacher Alexandra E Din. The specific characteristic of the Iyengar® style, compared to other styles, includes a clear demonstration of the asanas (postures) by the teacher, great attention paid to limb alignment and the progressive improvement of each individual position. This precision allows you to create space in tight and contracted areas, and brings awareness throughout the body.

Iyengar® Yoga is for everyone, from absolute beginners to expert students. It is for every age, body type and physical shape.

Improving physical health, strength, greater flexibility, balance, higher energy levels, greater mental stability, concentration and awareness are just some of the benefits of Iyengar® Yoga.

IYENGAR® used with the permission of Geeta S. Iyengar and Prashant S. Iyengar, brand owners. 

I would be happy to accompany you on your mountain adventures in the midst of nature, experiencing many magical moments together and helping you to appreciate the mountains in all of its expressions.

Do you want to challenge the speed and engage yourself in the discipline of speed skiing?

The track Speedcheck is just right for you, where you can experience your speed over a distance without poles or gates, and ski as fast as you can!

On this track, suitable for everyone because it is completely secure and has a minimum incline, the descent of every skier is timed, an excellent motivation to challenge yourself and your friends, trying to constantly improve yourself.

The Speedcheck is on the ski slope Capanna Nera in Corvara, next to the homonymous ski lift near the road leading to Passo Campolongo. Together with the slopes Parallel Slalom and Movie Slalom, this slope is part of the Movimënt circuit, on which all descents are filmed and timed. 

With your ski pass number you can review the video and download it from the internet site www.skiline.cc.

 

The "Kids Funpark Colfosco", situated by the ski school camp next to the Pezzei skilift, is equipped with arches, jumps, tunnels and interactive osbtacles. The park gives the children the opportunity to learn the basics of skiing and/or snowboarding, with lots of fun. Give me five!

Sompunt is located between Badia and La Villa and was an important residence for the families Mayrhofen and Koburg (rich families in the 19th century).
The house was already mentioned in the year 1296 and it is painted with decorations dating back to the 16th century.

Today the house is privately owned and inhabited.

Colz Castle, also called Rubatsch Residence, is a massive building, which boasts a curtain wall with four round towers and many embrasures.

The castle dates back to the year 1536, when Ferdinand I allowed Hans von Rubatsch to build himself a residence. At the end of the 16th century the castle entered into the possession of the Lords of Colz. In the course of time, the building served many functions, like the one of a poorhouse. Finally, it entered into the possession of a farmer’s family.

Colz Castle gained some popularity thanks to the knight Franz Wilhelm Prack zu Asch, also called “Gran Bracun“, who lived in the Ladin valleys between 1573 and 1581 and was known for his cruel but heroic battles.

Finally, Colz Castle was restored. Today it is private. 

Gigant – the giant, is a work of art in polished steel that was created by the artist Daniele Basso for the occasion of the 30th anniversary of the Ski World Cup in Alta Badia. The giant takes up the skier of the World Cup logo and symbolizes the sport of skiing. It is, above all, an acknowledgement to all the volunteers who contributed to the great and unique success of the Ski World Cup in Alta Badia.

The artwork was set up at the Piz La Ila mountain station where the descent to the famous Gran Risa slope begins.

Families which have owned the same land for more than 200 years are awarded a "Deed of inheritance" by the Province of Bolzano-South Tyrol. The Nagler family has been honoured in this way.

The original name was "Murin da Coz" because grain from the Coz farm was milled ("murin" means mill in Ladin) here. The oldest written documents mention Hof Palua (The Palua farm) in about 1566, Pares in 1780 and finally Murin. The first settlement can be dated 1296; the saw and the grain mill probably needed water power. In 1771 the "Brochia" family from Longiarü settled here. In common with many other family names in Val Badia, "Brochia" was reinvented in German, in this case, as "Nagler".

In those days, priests - as well judges - came from places outside Ladinia and they could not speak Ladin which led them to renaming their family names; most written documents were set out in German or Italian. Before 1800 the Ladin language was used relatively rarely in written documents.

Now the Murin farm is private and can be visited outside doing the culture trail in Badia.

Ski rent, service and ski depot right next to the skipass office in Corvara

From the villages of Corvara, Colfosco, La Villa, Badia, and La Val, the Armentarola/San Cassiano area (1,600 m) can be reached by ski or public transport. From there, a frequent and fast shuttle ski bus service (paid) takes you to Passo Falzarego (2,105 m). Passo Falzarego is also directly accessible by bus from Colfosco, Corvara, La Villa, and San Cassiano.

From the pass, the Lagazuoi cable car takes you to the summit of the mountain with the same name (2,800 m). Before starting your descent, take a moment to enjoy the breathtaking 360° view of the Dolomite peaks, from the Tofane to the Marmolada and the Sella Group.

Slopes:
Lagazuoi: length - 3.5 km, elevation difference - 600 m
Armentarola: length - 7.5 km, elevation difference - 1130 m

Times:
Line taxi Armentarola - Passo Falzarego (approx. 10 km): 20 minutes
Lagazuoi cable car: approx. 30 minutes
Descent Lagazuoi - Sas Dlacia: approx. 30 minutes

Taxi Service

• Hotel Armentarola - Passo Falzarego (10.2 km): €8.00/person (min. €40.00)
• Capanna Alpina - Passo Falzarego (10.4 km): €8.00/person (min. €40.00)
• Capanna Alpina - Hotel Armentarola (2.5 km): €4.00/person (min. €20.00)

Contact: +39 0471 180000 (08:30-17:00)

Horse Tow

• Schedule: 09:30-16:00
• Rate: €4.00/person

The horse tow will not operate if the route is closed or in heavy snow conditions.

Located in the heart of the Dolomites, in San Cassiano Alta Badia, Botëghes Lagazoi stands out as a true landmark. This boutique, with its irresistible mountain charm, offers an exclusive selection of luxury sports fashion brands, with a strong emphasis on quality and the latest trends. The wide range of products, combined with tailor-made service and meticulous attention to detail, make every visit to the shop a unique and memorable shopping experience.

A church of the village was already mentioned in a document of the 15th century.

The reconstructed building dates back to 1782. The exterior aspect of the building consists of clearly separated architectural parts, while the interior decoration presents a subdivision in pilasters.

Artificial turf field

Reservation is required for groups: +39 340 9531673

In the family Archery Park you can try your hand at archery. The arrows show similarities with those one used by our ancestors and they don't have the sighting mechanism.

It is important to listen to your body, concentrate, and have a good feeling with the arrow and the nature.

The Alta Badia ski pass and the Dolomiti Superski ski passes can be purchased online.

However, if online is not for you and you prefer to purchase your pass on arrival while picking up a few tips from the staff, you can go to one of the skipass sales offices in Alta Badia.

Electro Shop, a small medium-sized company that over the years has specialised in the sale of both built-in and free-standing household appliances, remains a benchmark in cutting-edge technology.

New opening in Badia! Flowers, plants, gifts and handicraft articles available to purchase.

In the 19th century La Val was widely known for its sulphur baths of Al Bagn in Rumestluns. They contained water which should prevent sexually transmitted diseases, scurvy, rheumatism, red murrain and others. A popular guest was the physicist and Nobel Prize winner Max Planck. After the reconstruction of the building in 1978, the baths were removed from the guest house because of their high operating costs. The source (silicic acid, sulfuric acid, hydrogen sulphide and elements) was restored in 2009 and can nowadays be used publicly.

If we take a look at Vila Ruac and Alfarëi we can see one of the oldest in the whole valley.
This is a late-Romance house in the architectural style of the medieval period, the oldest kind of house which can be found in the valley. What was once the hay barn has a stable on the ground floor and is characterized by a wide balcony, the "parincinch", where agricultural products were dried.
A short distance away there is an old sawmill and a mill. On the path leading from the farm to the old mill, which has recently been restored, we can see various types of fencing which were often used.

The house "Alfarëi" is today a restaurant where typical food is prepared on reservation.

The Deer Park “Sompunt”, between La Villa and Badia includes more than 7 hectares of meadows and forest where more than 30 species of deer and fallow deer live together in harmony.
The park can be easily reached by car, bus or by foot.

Starting from the hut “Paraciora” and following an easy marked path, you can admire these wild animals living in uncontaminated nature.
The path is approx. 1 km long.

The route is indicated by arrows and information boards on which you will find some information about the park and its majestic inhabitants. The trail is also suitable for trekking strollers.

• Every Tuesday from 1st July till 1st October from 10. 00 a.m. until 11.00 a.m. you can visit the Deer Park with the owner. The Meeting Point for this free visit is the “Paraciora” hut. The visit is free.

Our Park offers a playground for children and there are also ponies, donkeys, rabbits, ducks, chicken and goats to see.