Val di Fassa Ski Holidays
A ski holiday to Val di Fassa is an increasingly popular choice for skiers. Lying in the heart
of the Dolomites, Val di Fassa is bursting with natural wonders and culture. The beautiful broad
sunny Val di Fassa is a long curving valley of small villages and ski areas, all linked
together by a ski bus. Here, skiers are blessed with some of the most breathtaking
scenery in Europe.
Skiing in Val di Fassa is linked by the vast Dolomiti Superski lift pass, which also
incorporates the Sella Ronda circuit. There is terrain to suit all levels of ability, with the
resort of Pozza di Fassa famed for hosting several important international competitions. The area
lift pass grants skiers access to 1220km of piste – perfect for those who enjoy cruising wide
open runs amongst breathtaking scenery. Snowboarders in Val di Fassa are well catered for, with
Canzei, Campitello and San Pellegrino all boasting a variety of terrain parks, pipes and
boardercross areas.
For more advanced skiing, Arabba is easily reached from the resort and offers some serious
north facing ski challenges. Expert skiers can also test their nerve on the world-class downhill
runs of Selva, or travel to the end of the valley and gain access to the off-piste skiing
on the 3,342m Marmolada glacier – also known as the ‘Queen of the Dolomites’.
Après-ski in Val di Fassa consists of several lively, unpretentious bars and pubs, all which are
cheerful and often open til dawn. There is a multitude of restaurants in the area, serving
Italian, traditional and Ladin cuisine. The food is reasonably priced and the servings are
generous. In short, a ski holiday to Val di Fassa is an excellent choice if you want fantastic
skiing in spectacular surroundings.
Val di Fassa Ski Resort Information
| Nearest Airports |
Bolzano (48 km) & Verona (160km) |
| Resort Altitude |
1470m |
| Highest Lift |
2950m |
| Km of Piste |
120km (local) & 1220km (available) |
| Total Runs |
74 |
| Advanced Runs |
3 |
| Intermediate Runs |
41 |
| Beginner Runs |
30 |
| Snowparks |
There are snowparks, halfpipes and specialized instruction for snowboard enthusiasts. |