Activities in summer and winter - Val Gardena's paradise for nature lovers

The Dolomiti Superski area is one of the best known and most popular winter holiday destinations in the Alps. It is the largest ski carousel of the world with 1.220 km of slopes and 450 modern lift facilities. The lifts of the 12 ski areas Val Gardena / Alpe di Siusi / Cortina d'Ampezzo / Plan de Corones / Alta Badia / Val di Fassa / Carezza / Arabba / Marmolada / Le Dolomiti di Sesto/ Altapusteria / Val di Fiemme / Obereggen, San Martino di Castrozza / Passo Rolle, Valle Isarco, Trevalli e Civetta are accessible with one ski pass only. The ski paradise in the Dolomites offers perfectly groomed slopes for beginners and advanced skiers as well as demanding descents for professionals and world cup skiers. Part of the ski area are furthermore the slopes of the Sellaronda, the most popular ski tour in the Alps. Many snow parks in the surroundings guarantee fun and entertainment for snowboarders. With 175 km of slopes and 79 lift facilities the ski area Val Gardena / Alpe di Siusi is the largest area of the Dolomiti Superski territories. The fantastic view over the peaks of the Dolomites has always inspired winter sport enthusiasts and promises pure skiing pleasure.

Val Gardena and Alpe di Siusi offer a dense network of perfectly groomed cross-country skiing trails of all levels for beginners and advanced. Best maintained trails lead you through the magical winter landscape to beautiful lookouts where you benefit from spectacular views of the snowy peaks of the Dolomites. Enjoy the possibility to experience the untouched nature.
The "Active Sport Center of Nordic sports" in Vallunga offers 12 km of cross-country skiing trails, a cross-country skiing school and a ski rental. Discover the unique mountain scenery of the natural preserve Puez-Odle and combine sport, health and nature. The new cross-country skiing centre Monte Pana in S. Cristina provides over 30 km of trails with easy and demanding routes for every taste. The nearby Alpe di Siusi is with more than 60 km of cross-country skiing trails, a true paradise for cross-country skiers. The Vallunga, the cross-country skiing centre Monte Pana as well as the Alpe di Siusi are part of Dolomiti Nordicski, the largest cross-country skiing carousel in Europe and are accessible with just one ski pass.

In Val Gardena numerous toboggan runs await you in a snowy winter landscape and guarantee an exciting holiday highlight not only for families.

Leave your everyday life behind and become one with the deeply snow-covered nature during a snowshoe hike, which offers peace and relaxation.

If you like hiking in the Dolomites, our Active Wellness Hotel in Val Gardena is the perfect place for you. Here you can take enchanting walks with the whole family or enjoy demanding excursions in the mountains, in the heart of a unique landscape of rare beauty. Explore the fascinating Dolomites which were declared a UNESCO World Heritage Site due to their unique beauty on well-marked paths. Enjoy fantastic views of the Sassolungo, the Sella mountain and the peaks in the Puez-Odle Nature Park. In the relaxing nature of Val Gardena you can also recharge your batteries while Nordic Walking. Our guests particularly appreciate the Diamant's guided excursions and mountain biking tours to discover the most beautiful places in the magical world of the Dolomites.

Passionate mountain bikers benefit from the perfect conditions of the bike area Val Gardena/Alpe di Siusi. 30 well-marked mountain bike trails of all levels of difficulty lead along forest and meadow paths through the UNESCO World Heritage Site, always overlooking the impressing peaks of the Dolomites. A special highlight is the challenging Sellaronda mountain bike trail, which passes to a large extent on gravel roads and single trails. The tour around the Sella massif can be done on one day using the lift facilities and accompanied by a qualified guide. On this tour you will enjoy great panoramic views and gain unforgettable impressions.
The event "Sella Ronda Hero" is considered to be the hardest MTB marathon in Europe. After 84 km and the conquest of a total of 4.300 meters of altitude difference the coveted title is awarded. This event is a spectacle that you should not miss.
A special experience is also the Bikeday, which takes place twice a year. On these days the Dolomite passes Sella, Gardena, Campolongo and Pordoi are available for cyclists only.
In the Active Wellness Hotel Diamant you will find a lockable room for mountain bikes with washing area, air compressor and various tools in order to practice your favourite sport safely in the UNESCO World Heritage Dolomites.
E-bike rental: On payment
Mountain bike rental: Free of charge

The UNESCO World Heritage is considered a paradise for climbing enthusiasts and awaits you with many exciting via ferratas and mountain tours providing you an unforgettable adrenalin experience in Val Gardena.