Objevte krásy Dolomiti Alta Badia

The teachers of the National Ski School of La Villa welcome the guests. Everyone who intends to practice the wonderful ski-sport is invited to come and see us.

The courses are successful because of the modern learning systems, which are constantly updated of the school,  and because of the perfect training of the teachers, who are always at the disposal of beginners, intermediate and advanced skiers.

The school is located in the centre of La Villa, a famous winter resort and modern skiing centre of the Alta Badia, which offers a warm welcome to all guests because of the kindness of its inhabitants. As part of the Dolomiti Superski, the largest skiing complex in the world, it also offers every possible service. 

The La Villa Ski School offers the ski nursery, Skiminiclub. Children from the age of 2 onwards are looked after by specialized trainers from 09.00 am to 04.30 pm. Lunch is included.

Choose among the latest models of skis and snowboards or let the staff of our SKI HIRE SERVICE take care of your equipment.

Cross-country skiing is, without a doubt, one of the healthiest sports. It trains various muscle groups, strengthens the cardiovascular system, and improves the coordination of movements. But only if the technique is right! The instructors of the Alta Badia Cross-Country Ski School will be happy to welcome you to this elegant skiing discipline or help you improve your performance, whether in the classic or skating style. If you are looking for new adventures, try the thrill of biathlon with the laser rifle.

"Cross-country skiing is the art of gliding through nature, training body and mind in perfect harmony."

The right place for you and your skis. Don't worry about your skis, our expert staff will help you to find the right material to have fun in the snow. With Alta Badia Sport - Shop & Rental your holiday will be something else.

Our goal is to provide the absolute best in services and products for your skiing and snowboarding experience and comfort.

The ski tour through the Mezdí Valley is one of the classics among the off-piste itineraries in the Dolomites. The tour runs from south to north and is characterized by a short crossing of the Sella massif with only little difference in height, and by a steep and technical descent to Colfosco, through this narrow valley in the middle of the rocks.

Caution:

• The tour is classified as moderate, but it should not be underestimated, as it can be very demanding in case of wind or icy snow.
• It is recommended that you go accompanied by a local alpine guide and to always check the conditions.

The Pralongiá II ski lift is, together with the Pralongiá I ski lift, among the first ski lifts in the Alta Badia ski area.The lift which starts just above Corvara connects Corvara with the Pralongià ski area and with San Cassiano via wide, easy and perfectly prepared slopes.

An easy ski mountaineering tour on a groomed path, initially along a nice trail through the woods which then leads to a wonderful panoramic point: a stop is a must here to admire the charm of nature covered in a beautiful white mantle. Once you have reached your destination, from the refuge located at the foot of the splendid Pralongiá plateau, you can admire the Sassongher and the Sella Group.

A series of routes with increasing difficulty able to meet every expectation, from the simplest for the younger ones to the most acrobatic for the more expert ones.

Prices per person:

• € 9,00 for the first route (fuchsia) - € 4,00 for every repetition, up to max. € 25,00
• Green, orange, blue and red routes:
  • € 17,00 for one single route
  • € 25,00 for two routes, also different from each other
  • € 5,00 for every further route, up to max. € 35,00
•  Only visitor: € 1,50

The park is only open in summer.

The 6-seater chairlift on the Piz Sorega plateau was designed to be used also by beginners and children. The area along the chair lift, with easy and wide slopes (blue slopes), is the ideal school camp for the San Cassiano ski school. Given the size of the area, one of the best equipped snow parks in the area has been created alongside the Ciampai chair lift. In the Alta Badia Snowpark with various Boxes, Rails and Kickers, even the most demanding freestylers can indulge themselves.

An easy ski mountaineering excursion on a groomed path which, after an initial stretch of woodland, soon gives you a way to a magnificent landscape, with the Putia mountain and the Gherdenacia plateau being the first ones to be seen during the ascent. A little higher up, the white enchantment of the Armentara meadows awaits you, one of the wonders of Alta Badia, with the imposing Sas dla Crusc peeping out. On the final ascent, the spectacular landscape also includes the majestic Sassongher and the Sella Group.

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The 4-seater chairlift and the homonymous slope connect the La Crusc/Santa Croce ski area with the rest of the Alta Badia ski area and, passing through Corvara and Colfosco, with the Sellaronda.

The red Sponata slope also leads to the departure of the ski bus to  Kronplatz/Plan de Corones.

A picturesque shop located in Corvara celebrating local tradition with a curated selection of souvenirs, handcrafted items, and unique gift ideas. 

We have an outstanding range of Christmas items, including a large section dedicated to nativity scenes carved by local craftsmen.

The Snowpark Alta Badia is one of the biggest of all Dolomiti Super Freestyle parks: solid, with an extremely versatile setup, it offers lines for all riding levels as well as different types of kickers, rails and boxes. Furthermore, the park has become an internationally appreciated destination – the events and the possibility to make shootings attracted many crews from all over the world! This year, the snowpark will be extended by the Funslope Alta Badia and the playgroundSnow, a new freestyle idea which blends together slopes, snowpark and cross in one unique area for even more fun!

Break Out was founded in 1997 by Ivo Rudiferia, former Italian athlete and 1996 snowboard world champion. A ski and snowboard instructor and a great cycling enthusiast, he founded BreakOut Sport to pass on his passion in the sale of sporting goods dedicated to the mountains. Over time, the shop has become a reference point for many sportsmen, cyclists and snow lovers. During the summer we specialise in bike rental and repair, clothing and accessories sales, since 1997, among the first ones in Alta Badia! During the winter we turn into a glamorous shop, where you will find the most prestigious brands of the snow world and you can test the exclusive Kessler skis and snowboards for which we are the distributors for Italy. Come and admire our exclusive collections: Dolomiti cycling, the trendiest bike wear in Alta Badia and Les Ganes, knitwear and leather goods made in Italy, we have something for everyone!

Spectacular Dolomite peaks and legendary passes. Offering many fascinating options for nature lovers, epicures and athletes, the Sellaronda ranks among the most beautiful and popular tours in the Alps. Fabulous slopes and thrilling ski touring races in winter, legendary bicycle competitions and leisure tours with race bicycle and mountain bike in summer. Top-class events and individual excursions. The Sellaronda makes your dreams come true.

In the Alta Badia valley, in Corvara and Colfosco you are directly on the Sellaronda, in winter as well as in summer. Once you start, a varied day awaits, leading over a unique run crossing four Ladin valleys Alta Badia, Val Gardena, Arabba and Val di Fassa and you'll be sure to make special memories along the way. Above all, the Sellaronda tour is a pleasant, stress-free tour which combines beautiful downhill runs with gastronomical specialties.

 

This panoramic toboggan run plunges visitors into an unspoiled winter wonderland. The Rit meadows, which in summer delight hikers with their lush and varied flowers, are popular in winter for their snow-covered alpine slopes.

The 8-seater chairlift Costoratta departing from Campolongo Pass is an important connection in the Sellaronda, the most famous ski excursion in the Dolomites. The Costoratta lift is taken to complete the turn counterclockwise (green). From the Campolongo pass it takes skiers to the slopes of the Boé area.

The Ferata Gran Risa in La Villa is the funicular that connects the end of the legendary Gran Risa slope to the Piz La Ila cableway.

At the entrance to the village of Colfosco, a peaceful area surrounded by nature awaits – the perfect place to relax and enjoy time with your family under the shade of larch and fir trees. Along an easy path, you’ll meet geese, rabbits, chickens, sheep, and alpacas, and reach a small educational hut which was once a grain mill. In the heart of the park, you’ll find a little lake and a watermill – symbols of old farming traditions and the transformation of grain into flour. Kids can play in the fortress-shaped playground, where they are free to climb and play safely.  The park is open every day, all year round. In winter, most of the animals stay warm in the barn, but the park remains open and offers you a chance to enjoy nature in every season.

The Capanna Nera ski lift starts right above the village of Corvara in the direction of Passo Campolongo. A light (blue) slope runs down next to the ski lift, which is particularly suitable for children and beginners. On the side of the piste you will also find a speed check course with time measurement. Since it is without poles and gates and has a minimal incline, it can be mastered absolute safely. It's a lot of fun skiing down as fast as you can and measuring your own time like a ski champion.

The Col d’Altin ski lift in La Villa is a beginner ski lift.It is often used by the La Villa ski school as a Parthian course.

The circuit crosses the 4 Dolomite passes - Campolongo, Pordoi, Sella and Gardena - and 5 famous resorts: Corvara and Colfosco in Alta Badia, Arabba, Canazei and Selva di Val Gardena. In 2020, the Sellaronda was awarded the title of 'best ski tour' by the portal skiresort.de. Alta Badia is the ideal starting point to begin the tour, which can be done clockwise or anticlockwise: either way, you will cross 40 km of beauty and enchantment, surrounded by the extraordinary Dolomite landscapes. Clockwise the signs are orange, anticlockwise green.  The slopes are suitable for skiers of average experience in good physical condition. For those who wish to dare more, there are some 'disgressions', such as the Gran Risa giant slalom slope in La Villa in Alta Badia or the Saslong descent in Santa Cristina in Val Gardena.  To complete the Sellaronda, one must calculate about 6 hours between descents, ascents and breaks included.

Some data:

• Total length: 40 km (lifts and slopes)
• Slopes: 26 km
• Ascent time on the lifts: approx. 2 hours - calculate that waiting times are possible
• Average duration of descents: approx. 1.5 hours

The ski lift in San Cassiano - Armentarola district is the link between the WW1 ski circuit and the Skicarosello ski area in Alta Badia.

A picturesque shop located in Colfosco, near the church, celebrating local tradition with a curated selection of souvenirs, handcrafted items, and unique gift ideas. 

We have an outstanding range of Christmas items, including a large selection dedicated to nativity scenes carved by local craftsmen..