Selva Val Gardena, Italy
Chalet Lum d'Or
Low season:£9,660per week
£1,208 per person

Italy
The vibrant heart of the Dolomites and your gateway to the legendary Sella Ronda ski circuit.
8 properties available
About the Resort
Situated at 1,563 meters at the head of the stunning Val Gardena valley, Selva (also known as Wolkenstein) is one of the premier resorts in the Italian Dolomites. The village perfectly blends Austrian Tyrolean charm with Italian culinary flair and hospitality, offering a lively and welcoming atmosphere beneath the dramatic, towering limestone peaks of the Sella Massif and Sassolungo.
The Resort
Skiing in Selva is heavily focused on endless, perfectly groomed intermediate cruising and exploring massive distances. The resort offers direct access to the world-famous Sella Ronda—a 40km circular ski route around the Sella Massif—and is a key hub within the colossal Dolomiti Superski network. From World Cup downhill runs to gentle beginner slopes, the terrain variety is exceptional.
Beyond the slopes, Selva boasts a vibrant après-ski scene, world-class mountain dining in cozy 'rifugios', and breathtaking scenery that earned the region its UNESCO World Heritage status. It is a world-class destination that appeals equally to mileage-hungry skiers, foodies, and families looking for a quintessential Alpine holiday.
On the Mountain
Selva offers unrivaled intermediate cruising on perfectly groomed red and blue runs, set against spectacular scenery. Advanced skiers can challenge themselves on the famous Saslong World Cup downhill, while beginners have access to gentle valley slopes and the nearby Alpe di Siusi.
Dolomites (Dolomiti Superski)
A spectacular mountain range in northeastern Italy known for its sheer limestone peaks, alpenglow sunsets, and the massive 1,200km interconnected Dolomiti Superski area.
Location
Resort Details
Ideal For
Intermediates
Endless, perfectly groomed red and blue runs and direct access to the Sella Ronda.
Foodies
Home to some of the best mountain hut dining (rifugios) in the entire world.
Scenery Lovers
Skiing beneath the striking, sheer rock walls of the Sella Massif and Sassolungo.
Families
Excellent local ski schools, sunny gentle slopes, and charming Tyrolean hospitality.
By Type
Slope Access
Wellness
Full Service
Families
Full Collection
Personal Concierge
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Where to Eat
Rifugio Emilio Comici
Piz Sella
A legendary mountain hut famous for flying in fresh fish daily, offering a luxury dining experience on the slopes.
Rifugio Jimmy
Passo Gardena
Elevated South Tyrolean classics served with panoramic views of the Sella Massif.
Baita Sofie
Seceda
An exceptional mountain chalet boasting a high-altitude wine cellar and gourmet regional fare.
La Bula
Selva Village Center
A cozy, traditional restaurant in town offering excellent pizzas and a warm atmosphere.
Common Questions
The ski season in Selva Val Gardena typically runs Early December to early April. The resort averages 4m per season of snowfall, so conditions are usually reliable throughout. The Sella Ronda can become bottlenecked during peak holiday weeks; starting the circuit early in the morning is highly recommended.
Selva Val Gardena offers 1,200km of pistes with a vertical drop of 955m. Selva offers unrivaled intermediate cruising on perfectly groomed red and blue runs, set against spectacular scenery. Advanced skiers can challenge themselves on the famous Saslong World Cup downhill, while beginners have access to gentle valley slopes and the nearby Alpe di Siusi. It forms part of the Dolomites (Dolomiti Superski) ski area.
The vibrant heart of the Dolomites and your gateway to the legendary Sella Ronda ski circuit. Selva Val Gardena is a traditional alpine village, known for its distinctive character and atmosphere. Key highlights include extensive terrain, intermediates, family friendly, lively town, après ski.
Selva Val Gardena receives an average of 4m per season of snowfall. With skiing up to 2,518m, higher altitude terrain holds snow well into spring. Recent snowfall: Consistent winter coverage supplemented by world-class snowmaking.
Selva Val Gardena is well-suited for several types of visitors. For intermediates: Endless, perfectly groomed red and blue runs and direct access to the Sella Ronda. For foodies: Home to some of the best mountain hut dining (rifugios) in the entire world. For scenery lovers: Skiing beneath the striking, sheer rock walls of the Sella Massif and Sassolungo.
The nearest airport is Innsbruck Airport, about 120km away (approximately 1h 45min by transfer). Regular bus transfers are available via Südtirol Transfer, along with private taxi and minibus services from Innsbruck, Verona, or Venice. Selva Val Gardena is also reachable by train via Ponte Gardena (Waidbruck) or Bressanone (Brixen). The Val Gardena Mobilcard provides free access to an excellent and frequent local ski bus network connecting the valley.
Lift passes in Selva Val Gardena are available as Dolomiti Superski Adult Day Pass (EUR 83), Dolomiti Superski Adult 6-Day Pass (EUR 423). Passes often cover the wider Dolomites (Dolomiti Superski) area, giving access to a much larger ski domain. Book tables at top mountain rifugios like Comici well in advance, especially for weekends.
Standout dining in Selva Val Gardena includes Rifugio Emilio Comici (A legendary mountain hut famous for flying in fresh fish daily, offering a luxury dining experience on the slopes.), Rifugio Jimmy (Elevated South Tyrolean classics served with panoramic views of the Sella Massif.), Baita Sofie (An exceptional mountain chalet boasting a high-altitude wine cellar and gourmet regional fare.). With 4 recommended restaurants in total, the resort offers an impressive dining scene for a ski destination.
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