Objevte krásy Dolomiti Alta Badia

Climbing up to the historic church of La Crusc / Santa Croce has become even more comfortable with the La Crusc 2 cable car. Now, even with uncertain weather, you can reach the iconic sanctuary while remaining dry and warm. And, thanks to the panoramic windows, you can admire the surrounding mountains. The La Crusc 2 cable car also allows the transport of bikes and, particularly important for families, strollers.

In winter, the La Crusc ski area is part of the Dolomiti Superski carousel, the largest ski carousel in the Alps.

The 8-seater Boé gondola lift, which leads from Corvara to the foot of the Sella massif, offers cutting-edge service in terms of technological innovation, safety and comfort.

This impressive via ferrata (equipped trail) winds through chimneys and crevices, steep passages and two vertical ladder ascents up to a breathtaking summit in the Sella group. The access to the via ferrata is located near the Kostner mountain hut, at the top station of the Vallon lift. The hut can be reached from Corvara with the Boé gondola or on foot with an ascent from the Campolongo pass.

The Borest chairlift connects the villages of Corvara and Colfosco and is so very important for the Sellaronda.

The perfect family-oriented hike starts in Badia and leads to the feet of the mighty faces of the Sasso di Santa Croce and through the snow-covered Armentara meadows.

The Fanes-Sennes-Prags Nature Park has been included in the list of UNESCO World Heritage Sites on account of its distinctive natural features.
The unique, legendary atmosphere of Fanes and the stunning scenery all make this hike, which starts in San Cassiano, an unforgettable experience.

Plans is the name of the first part of the Plans-Frara gondola lift that from Colfosco takes you up to the Gardena pass at the foot of Mount Cir, on the edge of the Puez - Odle natural park. In addition to being a particularly important connection system for the Sellaronda, both in winter for skiers and in summer for mountain bikers, the gondola lift takes you to a first-rate panoramic point: right at the arrival of the system you can see the peaks del Cir and on the opposite side the majestic Sella Group. Easy trails start from the mountain station of the Plans gondola.

Adventure, adrenalin and breath-taking views: all this lies store for you in the exciting "4 Peaks Alta Badia" Challenge. The aim of this challenge is to conquer the four summits Sas dla Crusc - Santa Croce 2,907m, Piza dales Diesc - Cima Dieci 3,026m, Lavarela 3,055m and Conturines 3,064m, on the edge of the Fanes-Sennes-Prags Nature Park in the Dolomites UNESCO World Heritage site.

The ascent of these four mountains is to be attempted only by experienced climbers, as these peaks cannot be reached just on easy well-sign-posted pahts, but also via routes with some very exposed sections.

To take part in the "4 Peaks Alta Badia" Challenge you will need to register online at www.4peaks.it.

As proof of your achievement you will have a pass which must be stamped every time you reach one of the four summits. All those who manage to complete the challenge in two or more days will have the title “Alta Badia Finisher” conferred upon them.

If you manage to complete the ascent of all four summits in one day you will be crowned with the coveted and highly deserved title of “Alta Badia Mountaineer”. Both as a Finisher and as a Mountaineer, you will then take a place of honour in the "Wall of Fame", which can be viewed online.

This easy snowshoes excursion in San Cassiano takes you through a winter wonderland of magical beauty.

The view from the Pralongiá plateau is unique, with a 360° panorama of some of the most beautiful peaks in the Dolomites: from the Marmolada glacier to the Sella massif, from the Fanes group to the peaks on the southern edge of the Puez-Odle Nature Park, such as the Sassongher and Sass de Pütia.

The Braia Fraida 4-seater chairlift connects Corvara with La Villa and San Cassiano. In winter you can access a number of sunny and medium difficulty slopes and in summer some soft hiking path. The lift is also suitable for bicycle transport.

This snowshoe hike starts in Badia and takes hikers through the characteristic alpine landscape of the Armentara meadows. You walk across snow-covered meadows of unique beauty. The alpine huts and farmsteads along the way bear witness to the work of man: here the farmers have shaped the landscape through their labour over the years, maintaining an intact balance with the surrounding nature.

A pleasant and relaxing walk on the plateau above Corvara, through shady woods and with a stunnig view.

Put on your snowshoes and set off for a magical adventure across the Armentara meadows covered in a soft and white blanket of snow. As soon as you take your first steps on the fresh snow, a unique panorama of the imposing Sas dla Crusc massif will sorround you. Once you reach the La Crusc hut, you can finally enjoy one of the typical Ladin dishes. We also recommend a visit to the highest little church in Europe, which is located just a few steps from the hut.

The small ski lift on the Piz Sorega plateau, 426 meters long and with a vertical drop of only 75 meters, is especially suitable for beginner skiers. The ski instructors of the San Cassiano ski school hold their ski courses on the blue slopes along the ski lift.

At the practice slope of the Cross-Country Centre Alta Badia in San Cassiano, everyone can take their first steps in cross-country skiing.

This easy snowshoe hike goes along the southern edge of the Puez-Odle Nature Park (UNESCO World Heritage Site), away from the ski slopes on the famous Sellaronda circuit. On a lovely hike through meadows and woods covered in deep snow, you can discover the natural scenery of the Dolomites from an entirely new perspective.

Before heading out on the hike check the weather forecast and the avalanche report http://www.arpa.veneto.it/neve_valanghe/it/pdf/dolomiti_nevevalanghe.pdf.

The Crep de Mont ski lift starts just outside Corvara in the direction of the Campolongo pass.It leads to the refuge of the same name. It connects the skiers of the Sellaronda (counterclockwise) with the Boé slope.  

The Pralongiá chairlift connects the Planac area just outside Corvara in the direction of the Campolongo pass with Corvara and San Cassiano.
In summer, the meadows of the Pralongiá plateau are rich in alpine flowers. A soft, coloured carpet as far as the eye can see, in the midst of which paths for hikers and trails for mountain bikers wind. From the mountain station of the chair lift, with a walk of about half an hour, you reach the Movimënt Spaghettino Park Pralongià The park is dedicated to the discovery of the numerous insects and other creatures that inhabit the green plains of Pralongiá.
In winter, the sunny and panoramic slopes of the Pralongiá area lead to Corvara, San Cassiano and Cherz.

The slope is prearranged as agonistic and training area through the beautiful woods of San Cassiano.

This relatively easy snowshoe hike, with little variation in altitude, goes through the Armentarola meadows in San Cassiano and is ideal for anyone looking for something a bit different for half a day.

Snow-covered meadows and fantastic views await you. You can gaze all around from the Setsas to the Col di Lana, from the Sass de Pütia to the Sassongher, from the Lavarella to the Conturines and Lagazuoi. And when, in late afternoon, the sun tinges the peaks of the Dolomites with pink or red, the natural spectacle is simply perfect.

The Vallon Via Ferrata is ideal for those approaching the world of via ferratas with a solid background in high-altitude hiking. The route unfolds in a spectacular alpine setting and is mostly technically easy. Only in the final section, after the characteristic suspension bridge, are there a few more challenging passages with moderate exposure.

From the summit, a breathtaking view opens up over the Sella Group and its inner valleys, offering a truly unforgettable panorama. The equipment along the route is in excellent condition: in 2024, the entire ferrata was completely renovated, now ensuring safety and comfort for all who choose to climb it.

This easy hike starts in San Cassiano and takes you through a winter wonderland of magical beauty.

The view from the Pralongiá plateau is unique, with a 360° panorama of some of the most beautiful peaks in the Dolomites: from the Marmolada glacier to the Sella massif, from the Fanes group to the peaks on the southern edge of the Puez-Odle Natural Park, such as the Sassongher and Sass de Pütia.

The Vallon chairlift starts just above the mountain station of the Boè gondola lift in Corvara and leads to the foot of the Sella Group in an exceptional panoramic point.

In summer, various trails of all difficulties start between the Boé gondola lift and the Vallon chair lift.From family excursions, such as the one to the Boé lake, to high-altitude trekking such as towards the Boé peak and also climbing on cliffs and via ferratas.

In winter, experienced skiers enjoy skiing down the Vallon slope, classified as a black slope, and continuing with the Boé slope.Together they are over 5 kilometers of track with a total height difference of 1,050 meters.

This medium-easy routeruns circularly between the villages of Corvara and Colfosco, at the foot of the majestic Sassongher mountain. The initial ascent through the woods will then give way to a spectacular view of the north face of the Sella massif.

Before heading out on the hike check the weather forecast and the avalanche report http://www.arpa.veneto.it/neve_valanghe/it/pdf/dolomiti_nevevalanghe.pdf.

On this easy hike through forests and fields, you can experience the magic of winter in the Dolomites at close quarters.
The Cherz Plateau, between the villages of Corvara, La Villa and S.Cassiano, offers a 360° panoramic view over the surrounding Dolomites. It also an outstanding viewpoint for the Marmolada glacier.

Before heading out on the hike check the weather forecast and the avalanche report http://www.arpa.veneto.it/neve_valanghe/it/pdf/dolomiti_nevevalanghe.pdf.

The via ferrata Les Cordes, classified as medium to moderate, is a climb with great view points. The via ferrata was built on the edge of the Puez-Odle Nature Park along a centuries-old route.

Many, many years ago, the farmers of La Villa brought their cows and horses to the Gherdenacia plateau on very steep path. The trail was much steeper and more demanding than all the paths that today lead to the Plateau. The path was called "les cordes" (Ladin for "the ropes").

In 2019 a via ferrata, also called "Les Cordes", was built along this route. The starting point of the via ferrata can be easily reached with the Gardenaccia chairlift. From the mountain station of the chairlift it is than only about 5 minutes to the start.

This easy hike starts in San Cassiano and goes through snow-covered meadows, pastureland and woods, passes along the feet of the Sas dla Crusc and presents wonderful views of the Marmolada, Sella massif, Puez and Sass de Putia.

The unspoiled scenery and glimpses of game such as chamois and roe deer make this hike an unforgettable experience.

The 8-seater Col Pradat cabin lift takes you from Colfsco to the hill of the same name at the foot of Sassongher mountain.From here you can enjoy a breathtaking view of the Sella Group in both winter and summer.Two slopes descend from the top of Col Pradat: one easy and one more difficult.