Selva Val Gardena, a charming ski village set amongst the spectacular Dolomiti Ski Area, has accumulated a few different names over the years. You may hear people refer to the resort as Selva Gardena, Selva and even sometimes the German name Wolkenstein! Of the three villages which make the Val Gardena ski area, Selva is the highest and is on the world famous Sella Ronda and Dolomiti Superski area. Dolomiti Superski is the largest ski area in Europe with 1,200km of prepared slopes, 500km of which can be covered without taking a single a bus. Boasting stunning views of the surrounding peaks, enjoy your luxury ski holiday in Selva Val Gardena, a family-friendly resort which for many years was part of Austria and so retains a Tirolean charm.
Selva Val Gardena Skiing
Situated in the heart of the ski region, the Val Gardena ski resort boasts over 176km of groomed pistes, making it the perfect destination for family ski holidays in the Dolomites. With 67 red runs, the ski area is ideal for intermediate skiers, who are spoilt for choice thanks to the wide pistes and winding tracks through the trees. For beginner and less confident skiers, take a trip to the open bowls of Ortisei or make the most of a ski in ski out chalet in Selva for that extra ease.
Selva Gardena also has its fair share of challenging pistes, in fact, the ski area has hosted FIS Alpine World Cup races for half a century. Every year Val Gardena hosts two world cup races which are notoriously unpredictable and tricky to master. If you want a challenge during your Val Gardena ski holiday, head over to the Saslong slope to try for yourself! From Selva Gardena, you can also directly reach the world famous Sella Ronda ski carousel, a 40km ski route that loops around the massif of the Sella mountain range. Skiing the Sella Ronda is a great day's for intermediates and above.
Mountain Restaurants for Long Lunches
Amongst the slopes are a variety of alpine huts serving traditional food, many of which serve dishes of an Austrian heritage, giving you the option of both Italian inspired dishes and Tyrolean delicacies. These mountain hideaways offer some of the best restaurants in Val Gardena and the Italian Dolomites. For those on a self-catered holiday in Selva Val Gardena, there are a great range of fantastic restaurants to choose from or if you are staying in a luxury catered ski chalet in Selva, maybe you could be tempted by a hearty mountain lunch.
Val Gardena Après Ski
Surrounded by stunning mountain scenes, Selva après-ski is a great place to finish a day's skiing with brilliant company. With 20 bars, 45 restaurants and 2 main clubs, Selva has some sort of après for everyone to enjoy. The Selva Val Gardena Hotel, Piz Seteur, at the foot of the Sassolungo, is known for its GoGo girls, and can make a brilliant après stop! For a calmer cocktail, head to Yello's Music Lounge Bar in the centre of resort. If live music is something you are interested in, then Bar Saltos and La Stua are popular scenes by visitors and locals. For a more family friendly atmosphere, take the family to Cafe Mozart for a rich hot chocolate!
Luxury Ski Chalets in Selva Val Gardena
If you are looking for a luxury ski holiday in Italy or a Sella Ronda ski holiday then the ski chalets in Selva Val Gardena will provide you the ideal base. Skiing in the Italian Dolomites is an must do experience for any ski enthusiasts young or old! Our collection of luxury chalets in Val Gardena will be the perfect accompaniment for your winter holiday in the Dolomites!
