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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


TourisT officei-39046 ortiseiReziastr. 1


info Val GardenaTel. +39 04 71 77 77 [email protected]

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room availability informationBy phone: from Monday to Saturday from 8am to 7pm

24-hour information systemwww.valgardena.it

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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

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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

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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

reminded by fossils and remains of calcified coral reef.

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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

www.mtb-dolomites.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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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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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.

www.mardolomit.com

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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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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

and stunts.

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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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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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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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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

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