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grafik & konzept: www.lucerna.it Val Thehol Gardena. Edition 2011 id a y v alley oftheDolomites Nëif suncrëps y coi Snow-covered peaksandhills Legend How to reach Val Gardena Layout Billiards Way to accommodation (for Ortisei and S. Cristina) Bowling alley BB Bed and Breakfast Fitness room HB Half board Whirlpool FB Full board Indoor swimming pool AI All inclusive Outdoor swimming pool Number of apartments Sauna Number of beds Steam bath Number of bedrooms Solarium Number of separate WCs Beauty farm Number of rooms with shower/bath Massages Number of single rooms Tennis Accommodation only Mountain bike hire Rooms with connecting door Ski boot dryer Suite Tavern/wine cellar Allergy-free room Organised activities + room Apartment with dish washer Facilities available in annex Washing machine/washing facilities + apartment and number of occupants Kitchen living Breakfast optional Separate kitchen English Breakfast Living room Buffet breakfast Cleaning on request Menu selection Final cleaning included Light diet on request/diet cuisine Linen available Restaurant Fresh bread service Use of kitchen Tiled stove in room/apartment Telephone in room/apartment Credit cards accepted TV on request Supervised children’s club South Val Gardena TV in room/apartment Babysitting TV room Children’s playroom/playground Satellite TV in room/apartment Agrotourism Satellite TV in TV room Farm-made products Val Gardena Info Channel Garden or sunbathing area Radio in room/apartment Agreement with the Alpine School Catores Internet connection (LAN or WLAN) Agreement with the Val Gardena Internet surf point Mountain Guide Association Safe in room/apartment Free admission to the Mini bar in room public sauna in Ortisei (2 x weekly) Handicapped accessible Free admission to the Connections swimming pool in Ortisei Conference room/seminar room By car By bus Transfer from the airport Lounge for smokers Use of tennis courts only in The Val Gardena road network is directly There are various buses which leave from Furthermore, during the winter the village where you booked accommodation. Dogs allowed Ortisei free of charge, S. Cristina connected to the motorway Autostrada del , Bressanone and Chiusa to Val 2010/11 and for the summer 2011 and Selva Gardena reduced fees Garage Brennero (A22). Gardena (public bus service timetable transfers have been organized Free admission to the games and Arriving from the south drive past Verona, available at www.sii.bz.it) between the airports of Verona Hotel bus the ice rinks in Selva Gardena & in Ortisei Trento, Bolzano to Chiusa and take the exit Some hotels offer a shuttle bus service to and (Catullo) and Bergamo (Orio al Serio) and Lift Chiusa/Val Gardena. from the stations. Val Gardena. Arriving from the north, drive past Innsbruck – Furthermore, on Saturdays there is a transfer Brennero – Bressanone to Chiusa and take the service from Munich (airport and central sta- For further information and ticket sale, please Val Gardena SuperPremière Summer holiday packages 2011 exit Chiusa/Val Gardena. Following the road tion) to Val Gardena: go to www.flytovalgardena.com 04. 12. – 23. 12. 2010 signs you reach Ortisei in about 20 minutes and Summer family weeks from the 1st FIS Ski World Cup Dolomiti Classics a few km further you find S. Cristina and Selva Information and booking: Viaggi Silbernagl For information regarding the taxi service weekend in June until 08. 07. 2011 Val Gardena 16. 12. – 19. 12. 2010 Gardena. Tel. +39 0471/706633, [email protected] to and from the stations and the airports, Single & Kids summer offer The mountain passes at the end of the valley The service is available from 18. 12. 2010 please contact our information offices or go to Val Gardena SuperKids (Winter) until 15. 07. 2011 and from 27. 08. 2011 are only a few minutes drive away. to 26. 03. 2011 and from 28. 05. 2011 to www.valgardena.it 19. 03. – 10. 04. 2011 In Val Gardena, however, it is possible to do 24. 09. 2011. Standard children’s reduction Val Gardena SuperSun without a car for the whole period of your stay Return ticket prices: Taxi and bus Autosella: (in additional bed) 19. 03. – 10. 04. 2011 as the public transport connections are excel- Central station-Ortisei...... 76,00 Euro Tel. +39 / 04 71 / 79 00 33 0 – 2 years: free of charge Arpejon mundiela naturela da culëures – Ududa sun l Sela y l Saslonch lent in the high season and there are many lift Central station-S. Cristina Taxi and bus Val Gardena: Val Gardena Active 2011 2 – 6 years: 50% reduction facilities from each locality to the high altitude or Selva Gardena...... 86,00 Euro Tel. +39 / 04 71 / 79 65 44 6 – 12 years: 30% reduction Colourful world heritage site – View of Sella and Sassolungo mountain ranges excursion and areas. Many guests are Airport - Ortisei...... 92,00 Euro Data subject to change without further notice. No liability can be accepted for the accuracy of the information. happy to leave their car at home and reach Val Airport - S. Cristina Gardena by public transport. or Selva Gardena...... 102,00 Euro Colophon By train By airplane Concept and creation: www.lucerna.it Val Gardena is connected to the rest of Italy The nearest airports are located in Bolzano, List of accommodation facilities: Artprint/We2P® - Bressanone and Europe by Intercity and Eurocity trains Verona, Innsbruck, Munich and Milan. The Foto: Archive Val Gardena Marketing, Robert Perathoner-Prodigit, Carlo Zanella, Pierluigi which all stop in Bolzano and Bressanone and Bolzano airport has daily flights to and from Orler, Prof. Gerhard Trumler (collection „Christl Sotriffer“), Frieder Blickle, Udo Bernhart, some even in Chiusa. Rome. archive Saslong Classic Club, Matthäus Kostner, from the book „Catores“, Helmuth For information regarding timetables and con- Rier, Fotolia: Eichnersmith, Michael, archive Dolomiti Superski-Udo Bernhart, Museum nections go to: www.trenitalia.com Gherdëina. Legend How to reach Val Gardena Layout Billiards Way to accommodation (for Ortisei and S. Cristina) Bowling alley BB Bed and Breakfast Fitness room HB Half board Whirlpool FB Full board Indoor swimming pool AI All inclusive Outdoor swimming pool Number of apartments Sauna Number of beds Steam bath Number of bedrooms Solarium Number of separate WCs Beauty farm Number of rooms with shower/bath Massages Number of single rooms Tennis Accommodation only Mountain bike hire Rooms with connecting door Ski boot dryer Suite Tavern/wine cellar Allergy-free room Organised activities + room Apartment with dish washer Facilities available in annex Washing machine/washing facilities + apartment and number of occupants Kitchen living Breakfast optional Separate kitchen English Breakfast Living room Buffet breakfast Cleaning on request Menu selection Final cleaning included Light diet on request/diet cuisine Linen available Restaurant Fresh bread service Use of kitchen Tiled stove in room/apartment Telephone in room/apartment Credit cards accepted TV on request Supervised children’s club Italy Val Gardena TV in room/apartment Babysitting TV room Children’s playroom/playground Satellite TV in room/apartment Agrotourism Satellite TV in TV room Farm-made products Val Gardena Info Channel Garden or sunbathing area Radio in room/apartment Agreement with the Alpine School Catores Internet connection (LAN or WLAN) Agreement with the Val Gardena Internet surf point Mountain Guide Association Safe in room/apartment Free admission to the Mini bar in room public sauna in Ortisei (2 x weekly) Handicapped accessible Free admission to the Connections swimming pool in Ortisei Conference room/seminar room By car By bus Transfer from the airport Lounge for smokers Use of tennis courts only in The Val Gardena road network is directly There are various buses which leave from Furthermore, during the winter the village where you booked accommodation. Dogs allowed Ortisei free of charge, S. Cristina connected to the motorway Autostrada del Bolzano, Bressanone and Chiusa to Val 2010/11 and for the summer 2011 and Selva Gardena reduced fees Garage Brennero (A22). Gardena (public bus service timetable transfers have been organized Free admission to the ice hockey games and Arriving from the south drive past Verona, available at www.sii.bz.it) between the airports of Verona Hotel bus the ice rinks in Selva Gardena & in Ortisei Trento, Bolzano to Chiusa and take the exit Some hotels offer a shuttle bus service to and (Catullo) and Bergamo (Orio al Serio) and Lift Chiusa/Val Gardena. from the stations. Val Gardena. Arriving from the north, drive past Innsbruck – Furthermore, on Saturdays there is a transfer Brennero – Bressanone to Chiusa and take the service from Munich (airport and central sta- For further information and ticket sale, please Val Gardena SuperPremière Summer holiday packages 2011 exit Chiusa/Val Gardena. Following the road tion) to Val Gardena: go to www.flytovalgardena.com 04. 12. – 23. 12. 2010 signs you reach Ortisei in about 20 minutes and Summer family weeks from the 1st FIS Ski World Cup Dolomiti Classics a few km further you find S. Cristina and Selva Information and booking: Viaggi Silbernagl For information regarding the taxi service weekend in June until 08. 07. 2011 Val Gardena 16. 12. – 19. 12. 2010 Gardena. Tel. +39 0471/706633, [email protected] to and from the stations and the airports, Single & Kids summer offer The mountain passes at the end of the valley The service is available from 18. 12. 2010 please contact our information offices or go to Val Gardena SuperKids (Winter) until 15. 07. 2011 and from 27. 08. 2011 are only a few minutes drive away. to 26. 03. 2011 and from 28. 05. 2011 to www.valgardena.it 19. 03. – 10. 04. 2011 In Val Gardena, however, it is possible to do 24. 09. 2011. Standard children’s reduction Val Gardena SuperSun without a car for the whole period of your stay Return ticket prices: Taxi and bus Autosella: (in additional bed) 19. 03. – 10. 04. 2011 as the public transport connections are excel- Central station-Ortisei...... 76,00 Euro Tel. +39 / 04 71 / 79 00 33 0 – 2 years: free of charge Arpejon mundiela naturela da culëures – Ududa sun l Sela y l Saslonch lent in the high season and there are many lift Central station-S. Cristina Taxi and bus Val Gardena: Val Gardena Active 2011 2 – 6 years: 50% reduction facilities from each locality to the high altitude or Selva Gardena...... 86,00 Euro Tel. +39 / 04 71 / 79 65 44 6 – 12 years: 30% reduction Colourful world heritage site – View of Sella and Sassolungo mountain ranges excursion and skiing areas. Many guests are Airport - Ortisei...... 92,00 Euro Data subject to change without further notice. No liability can be accepted for the accuracy of the information. happy to leave their car at home and reach Val Airport - S. Cristina Gardena by public transport. or Selva Gardena...... 102,00 Euro Colophon By train By airplane Concept and creation: www.lucerna.it Val Gardena is connected to the rest of Italy The nearest airports are located in Bolzano, List of accommodation facilities: Artprint/We2P® - Bressanone and Europe by Intercity and Eurocity trains Verona, Innsbruck, Munich and Milan. The Foto: Archive Val Gardena Marketing, Robert Perathoner-Prodigit, Carlo Zanella, Pierluigi which all stop in Bolzano and Bressanone and Bolzano airport has daily flights to and from Orler, Prof. Gerhard Trumler (collection „Christl Sotriffer“), Frieder Blickle, Udo Bernhart, some even in Chiusa. Rome. archive Saslong Classic Club, Matthäus Kostner, from the book „Catores“, Helmuth For information regarding timetables and con- Rier, Fotolia: Eichnersmith, Michael, archive Dolomiti Superski-Udo Bernhart, Museum nections go to: www.trenitalia.com Gherdëina. The pale mountains

he renowned Alpine scientist Friedrich

Simony once called the “a gi-­­­

gantic city covered in debris with numerous Tcastles and towers“. Such is the scale and wonder of this legendary mountain range.

The ragged peaks and impressive rock formations, which have been called “the world’s most beautiful mountains“ by the mountaineer Reinhold Messner, have always been of great inspiration to the people of

Val Gardena. Many popular local tales and legends speak of the cultural heritage of the area around the

Sella Group and the Sassolungo, telling stories of witches, wise men, various forest creatures, monsters and brave soldiers. UNESCO has declared the Dolo- mites a World Heritage Site, and you will quickly feel the area’s special charm and flair. Having developed millions of years ago out of a tropical sea, this lime- stone mountain range still enchants locals and visitors alike. As early as two-hundred years ago, many famous names from the fields of science, culture and art ventured here to explore the area, and feel its atmos- phere. Today, the Dolomites are a true paradise for mountaineers, cyclists, alpinists and winter sport aficionados alike.

Take the opportunity to experience century-old tradition at a legendary resort!

Table of contents

5 The pale mountains 23 Wintry atmosphere 7 Dizzy heights 27 Horizons 8 Discover nature 28 Fresh mountain air 12 Culture and tradition 32 A place for children 16 Wood carving 34 Three villages 20 Marvellous slopes 35 Additional information cinch 5 Natura che n possa tuché Touch the pristine nature

6 sies Dizzy heights

lpinism in the Dolomites of Val Gardena

started as early as the beginning of the

19th century. In the first half of the 20th Acentury, many renowned mountaineers made themselves a name, among those the legendary

Ferdinand Glück, who in the 1930s was known as “King of the Sella Towers”. He was a local from Selva

Gardena, a man of many trades, who was an outstand- ing mountaineer, cross-country skier, alpine skier and even ski jumper. It was he who established more than

20 hitherto unknown Alpine climbing routes on and in the surroundings of the Sella and the Sassolungo, many of which have now become classic routes frequented by many. In the 1950s, climbing in the

Dolomites became tremendously popular and was transformed from a sport of the elites into a veritable mass phenomenon. However, so much activity in the mountains soon required safety precautions and preventive measures. This gave birth to the Catores

Climbing Guild, which also organized rescue opera- tions. The mountain rescue service of the valley subsequently became one of the best and most renowned of its kind in the entire Dolomites region.

Even today, most of Val Gardena’s climbers and mountaineers, be it beginners or extremists, have utmost respect for the rescue service and are well aware of its importance. The Val Gardena Mountain

Guide Association has been organizing individual tours for more than 25 years.

set 7 Discover nature

he Puez-Odle Nature Park has been declared

part of the Dolomites which are listed as an

UNESCO World Heritage Site. This protected Tarea features many rock types, sedimentary depositions and alteration zones which are typical of

the region, making it a true “open book of geological

Earth history”. It is evidence of a development which

spans almost 60 million years and still testifies to the

existence of the tropical sea which once dominated the

region.

Nature wonders

The valley is full of spruces, larches and Swiss pines

along the forest paths, and rare flowers such as

daphnes, heathers and alpine roses can be found in the

understory. The chamois frequent the copses of

mountain pine, and if you’re lucky, you might even come

upon a capercaillie! On the high mountain meadows of

Val Gardena you will find crocuses and primroses in

spring, and in summer you will be able to admire the

stunning yellow and blue coloured meadows. On the

hiking trails you will come across monkshoods,

gentians and many other wonderful flowers, many of

which are protected by law such as the rare dwarf

alpine rose and the Turk’s cap lily. The local fauna is

every bit as rich and varied, with colorful butterflies and

rare birds such as snow finches, northern wheatears

and black redstarts, and high above the mountain

peaks in Vallunga you will be able to admire majestic

golden eagles.

8 ot Ega tlera, crëps che luj Clear water and magnificent mountain scenery

nuef 9 Amor per la tradizion – Troht de Gherdëina Love of tradition – Traditional costume in Val Gardena

10 diesc Amor per la tradizion – Troht de Gherdëina Love of tradition – Traditional costume in Val Gardena

undesc 11 Culture and tradition

rrowheads which were found near Passo

Gardena indicate that the first inhabitants

of Val Gardena, who dwelt here at around A6,000 BC, were probably hunters. The population subsequently developed into a farming

community. As the Raeti (the ethnic name of the popula-

tion of Val Gardena), were romanised and the local

language mixed with Latin, the

developed, which still prevails in this area. Not long

ago, the majority of the population of Val Gardena still

plied its trade as mountain farmers working the alpine

pastures and steep slopes around the Sella and the

Sassolungo. Such life wasn’t easy, and the hardship of

generations still has a profound influence on the local

inhabitants, who respect values such as diligence and

resourcefulness. Families and village communities still

play an important role in everyday life in Val Gardena.

Even today there are still processions in traditional

comstumes. Traditions are loved and respected by old

and young alike, and especially in their cuisine there is

a seamless transition from the traditional to new

influences. Even today there are still processions in

traditional costumes. People in Val Gardena know of the

importance of tradition and collaboration, and luckily

for you, one of the local’s most striking characteristics

is hospitality! Welcome in Val Gardena!

12 dodesc Vita dl luech Country life

trëdesc 13 Luech y jënt Village life

14 catordesc chindesc 15 Wood carving

n Val Gardena wood carving dates back many

centuries. As early as in the 17th century, the local

inhabitants started to pass their time in winter, Iwhen the area was largely inaccessible from the outside, by carving wood. This unique skill quickly

developed into a superb, internationally renowned art

form, for which the local people are still known today.

Unique artwork

In 1994, many artists in Val Gardena combined to form

an association called UNIKA, which today is known far

beyond regional borders for quality and creativity. Every

year in September, the UNIKA sculpture fair in Val

Gardena exhibits a range of stunning works of art. The

UNIKA gallery is open all year and shows many works

of art as well as hosting wood carving demonstrations.

400 years of tradition

The cultural centre of Ortisei hosts the newly designed

ART52 exhibition hall, which provides interesting

insight into the arts in Val Gardena, demonstrating the

many changes and advances which have influenced

wood carving in the area over the centuries.

The items with Val Gardena origin boast the Gardena

Art trademark – making them instantly recognizable as

quality works of art.

16 sëidesc Ntlëuta y al didancuei Now and then

dejeset 17 Emozions d’inviern Carefree winter fun

18 dejedòt dejenuef 19 Marvellous slopes

he legendary Saslong slope has been a

fascinating place for the best skiers in the

world for more than 40 years, hosting many TAlpine World Cup competitions. However, the resort is also a marvellous place for non-profession-

als, and has been awarded many prizes for its excellent

snow quality and superb slope preparation.

The famous mountain guide, film director and actor Luis

Trenker shot his films here more than 70 years ago, and

today Prince Albert II of Monaco is a frequent guest in

the resort. The ice skating champion

made her first turns on skates on one of the many rinks

in the area.

Carefree winter fun

Given the superb snow conditions, easy access and

variety of slopes, it comes as no surprise that practi-

cally everyone in the area likes to ski, and children can

be seen on the slopes from an extremely early age on.

However, a modern cross-country centre, one of South

Tyrol’s longest toboggan runs and many other facilities

also provide plenty of entertainment for those willing to

take a break from the slopes. If your legs get tired, why

not take an extended rest on one of the many quaint,

traditional Alpine huts, and have a good glass of local

wine accompanied by some speck, cheese and

“Schüttelbrot”, a local culinary delight.

You will find the local people to be extremely hospita-

ble and willing to talk, and you will feel the deep

connection between man and nature which unites them.

20 vint vintun 21 Pion via cun i schi! Hit the slopes!

22 vintedoi Wintry atmosphere

ood carving is not the only activity in

Val Gardena which has constantly

re-invented itself. Winter sport, as Wwell, has undergone many changes. Today, the area boasts highly modern lift facilities, which give access to more than 1,200 km of superbly groomed slopes in the Dolomiti Superski resort, one of the highlights of which is the 26 km Sellaronda. The modern, subterranean Gardena Ronda Express cable car conveniently connects the Sochers/Ciampinoi and

Col Raiser/Seceda skiing areas. The newly constructed cross-country centre on Monte Pana boasts a total of more than 30 km of ski runs, and the Nordic Active

Park in Vallunga is another true paradise for sports enthusiasts.

If you would like to witness a truly unique skiing spectacle, the ski race Südtirol Gardenissima, which is hosted once a year, is no less than the world’s longest giant slalom race.

Off the slopes – villages full of culture and charm

The three idyllic villages of Ortisei, S. Cristina and

Selva Gardena attract a varied crowd all year round.

They are ideal for those of you who are looking for shopping opportunities, cultural and culinary delights.

The Pranives sport complex is a great place for ice skating, while the Mar Dolomit indoor and outdoor pools are ideal for those looking for wellness and relaxation.

vintetrëi 23 Crëps mujiei y pizes autes Soft mountains and ragged peaks

24 vintecater vintecinch 25 Se muever danter la montes Moving through the mountain scenery

26 vintesies Horizons

o matter whether you’re looking for peace

and relaxation or exciting sporting

activities – the mountains of Val Gardena Noffer something for every taste on sunny summer days. The new Val Gardena Active programme

hosts a variety of activities such as hiking, Nordic

walking, cycling and paragliding. Climbers and

mountain bikers will find plenty of superb trails at the

heart of the Dolomites, accompanied by a fine selection

of refuges where you will experience the renowned

South Tyrolean hospitality first hand. The Nordic Active

Park in Vallunga attracts fans of Nordic sports, while

the Puez-Odle Nature Park is an unforgettable experi-

ence for all those desiring to combine nature holidays

and cultural highlights. The numerous walking and

hiking trails in the resort lead to many popular

attractions such as St. Jacob’s Church, the oldest church

of Val Gardena, the ruins of the castle Wolkenstein

(once home to the famous troubadour Oswald von

Wolkenstein), and the St. Silvester’s Chapel in Vallunga.

If you’re looking for adventure, be sure to try activities

such as paragliding, or embark on trips to some of the

many climbing trails in the Dolomites.

Inexpensive and environmentally-friendly

The Valgardena Card allows the use of all public means

of transport, such as cableways and lifts as well as

buses in the area, meaning you will never have to use

your own car. This guarantees that you will have

relaxing, carefree holidays whilst simultaneously

contributing to preserving the local environment.

vinteset 27 Fresh mountain air

njoy beautiful, warm summer days in the

Dolomites. Explore the home of the famous

mountaineer while strolling Ealong the esplanade named after him, which leads from Ortisei to Selva Gardena via S. Cristina.

During this walk you will have innumerable opportuni-

ties to bask in the traditional, warm atmosphere of the

villages and fully appreciate the hospitality of the local

inhabitants, always surrounded by the ragged peaks

and the imposing mountain scenery of the legendary

Dolomites.

Sella Group and Sassolungo

Those two mountain groups are true landmarks of Val

Gardena and definitely worth a visit. There you will be

able to enjoy relaxing and demanding hikes of all skill

levels. Mountain bikers will also find superb trails

which offer unforgettable views of the local scenery.

Well-known tours include the loop trail around the

Sassolungo or the trail up to the so-called “Stone City”

on an altitude of 2,000 m which has been immortalised

by many popular tales and legends. A less demanding

but equally enthralling hike is the one along the line of

the old Val Gardena train (1916 to 1960), which offers

superb vistas of the mountains.

28 vintot Passé da na utia samont Discover the quaint Alpine huts

vintenuef 29 Tré ite la bona aria tla natura Breathe the fresh mountain air

30 trënta trëntun 31 A place for children

al Gardena has always been a wonderful

place for children to spend a carefree,

unforgettable time. As early as the 17th Vcentury, the local inhabitants would use their wood carving skills to create toys for the little

ones. The love of children and family is deeply engrained

in the local people and their culture. Thus, you will find

travelling with children no problem whatsoever –­ your

kids might even be treated to old sagas about these

mystical mountains: they will hear all about legendary

places such as the Lech Sant, the “Holy Lake” above S. Cristina. The climbing garden in Vallunga is another

extremely popular destination with children. There they

will be able to have fun and try various climbing

techniques under professional guidance. There is also a

high rope garden which provides fun for all age groups,

and all three villages in Val Gardena boast playgrounds

with ample space for your children. In winter, the Val

Gardena SuperKids offer includes substantial discounts

for children, and in summer the Val Gardena Family

weeks provide entertainment for your kids. Other

facilities for families include the day care centre for

children Casabimbo in S. Cristina, the Verdebello

entertainment centre in Ortisei and the Miniclub Selvi

and Rodolfo Kids centres in Selva. In the heart of the

Dolomites there are no limits on the children’s fantasy.

32 trëntedoi Devertimënt zënza fin Unlimited holiday fun

trëntetrëi 33 Children’s programme present waitingforhimorher. Tourism Officewillhave anicebirthday during your holidayin Val Gardena,the If your child’s fallsonaday birthday stages. reaching certain young hikerswithprizes for G:thehikingpassfor BIG A hikingpassforchildren • • • in theparents’ room. accommodated inanextra bed for familieswithchildren special conditionsallyear round with theteddybear, there are In allaccommodationsmarked Family package Happy Birthday! from 6to12 years: 30%reduction from 2to6years: 50%reduction up to2years: free accommodation 34 trëntecater trëntecater Children’s programme

Kids’ summer Kids’ packages

Miniclub Selvi Val Gardena SuperKids Family weeks

Child care for our guests MINI 19. 03. – 10. 04. 2011 From the 1st weekend in June to CLUB from 0 to 4 years SELVI 08. 07. 2011 • Winter: from Sunday to Friday KIDS do not pay ! from 9am to 4pm • Children below the age of 8 Organised entertainment: during • Summer: from Monday to Friday (born after 27. 11. 2002) do not pay for the family weeks we offer a from 9am to 4pm accommodation and ski pass. special entertainment programme for • Registration essential • Accommodation (food included) and ski children. It is all a matter of playing, fun, Tel. +39 / 04 71 / 79 51 56 or pass at half price for children up to the nature and sport, events and parties. Tel. +39 / 3 31 / 4 44 14 75 age of 12 (born after 27. 11. 1998). [email protected] • In addition, there is a reduction of 10% Accommodation (max. 2 children per on the week’s ski course and 20% on the family): hire of ski equipment for all children up Accommodations marked with the special to the age of 12. sign offer fantastic reductions for stays of Verdebello • In the apartments we have a reduction of 30% for children up to the age of 8 and at least 7 nights. Excursions with open-air 15% for children from 8 to 12 years. barbecues, trout fishing, • Free accommodation, food included (in gathering berries, building The reduction is calculated on the overall the additional bed in the parents’ room) for children up to the age of 8 (born after programme Children’s huts in the forest and sports days... price of the apartment and divided by the 01. 06. 2003) and a 50% reduction for Monday to Friday from 9.30am to 5pm number of normal beds. for children older than 4 years and youths. children from 8 to 12 years (born after 01. 06. 1999). Info: Ski & Snowboard School Ortisei Preconditions for the special offer: Tel. +39 / 04 71 / 79 61 53 or • A 30% reduction in apartments for chil- • The offer is valid in the proportion of one Tel. +39 / 3 35 / 7 88 22 46 dren up to the age of 8, 15% for children child to one adult (max. 2 children) at a from 8 to 12 years. www.valgardenaski.com minimum stay of 7 days with the children accommodated in the parents’ room (ad- ditional bed). Rodolfo Kids • Children get a free ski pass or a reduc- Single & Kids tion, if an adult ski pass is bought for the Plenty of activities and fun – same period. Summer until 15. 07. 2011 especially for your children: • Please request a voucher from the ac- and from 27. 08. 2011 painting, tennis, climbing, hiking, commodation for the free children’s ski biking, visiting museums, barbecues, pass or the children’s reduction. In the case of single persons fishing, riding … of course with a caring • This offer is only valid for the accom- accommodating a child in a double room, and responsible supervision. Your children modations taking part in the special offer the child qualifies for the following reduc- and is not valid in combination with the will love it. tions: Val Gardena SuperSun special offer. Selva Gardena, Mëisulesstr. 274, Tel. +39 / 3 20 / 7 25 10 40 • up to the age of 2: free accommodation First valid day for the ski pass: 20. 03. 2011 www.topskischool.it • from 2 to 6 years: 50% reduction • from 6 to 12 years: 30% reduction

Casabimbo Children’s play grounds This reduction is only valid in summer and in accommodation facilities marked with Day nursery for our youngest There are numerous children’s play- the symbol shown above. guests from 4/5 months to 7/8 grounds in Val Gardena as well as years. Care and supervision at children-friendly walking and hiking trails flexible times by qualified childminders. for excursions with all the family. Limited number of places. Info from Bettina Siller: Val Gardena won the 2009 VKE (Play- Tel. +39 / 3 40 / 0 91 76 32 or ground and Recreation Association) prize Tel. +39 / 04 71 / 79 30 13 for child friendliness. [email protected] www.casabimbo.it

trëntecinch 35 Ski and torch relays

The ski schools of Val Gardena organise weekly ski relays and shows.

Val Gardena Ski Express – Ski bus

Unlimited use of the ski bus

Ski active within each locality as well as between Selva Gardena and Ortisei.

Tickets for 1 day or 1 week.

Dolomiti Superski

www.DolomitiSuperski.com

Transfers from the airport

Book your transfer from the Verona-Catullo and Bergamo- Orio al Serio airports to Val Gardena online at www.flytovalgardena.com jung.it

www.scuole-sci.com FOLLO OW THE WHITE LINEE S.CRISTINA • SELVA • ORTISEI

Ski and snowboard school S. Cristina Ski and snowboard school Selva Gardena Ski and snowboard school Ortisei Iman Center and Dosses Square • I-39047 S. Cristina Dantercëpiesstr. 4 and Mëisulesstr. 178 Rezia Square 75/a and Promenedastr. 1 Tel. +39 / 04 71 / 79 20 45 – 04 71 / 79 02 02 I-39048 Selva Gardena I-39046 Ortisei Fax +39 / 04 71 / 79 00 53 • [email protected] Tel. +39 / 04 71 / 79 51 56 • Fax +39 / 04 71 / 79 42 57 Tel. +39 / 04 71 / 79 61 53 • Fax +39 / 04 71 / 79 79 07 36 www.santacristinaski.com [email protected] • www.scuolasciselva.com [email protected] • www.valgardenaski.com

Val Gardena-Alpe di Siusi · 83 lift facilities, 175 kilometres of slopes · winter season 2010/2011: 04. 12. 2010 – 10. 04. 2011

Val Gardena SuperPremière 4 = 3 Season: 09. 01. 2011 – 05. 02. 2011 Peak season: 24. 12. 2010 – 08. 01. 2011 04. 12. 2010 – 23. 12. 2010 20. 03. 2011 – 10. 04. 2011 06. 02. 2011 – 19. 03. 2011 Juniors Seniors Juniors Seniors Juniors Seniors Days Adults born after born before Days Adults born after born before Days Adults born after born before 27. 11. 94 27. 11. 45 27. 11. 94 27. 11. 45 27. 11. 94 27. 11. 45

1 € 34,00 € 24,00 € 31,00 1 € 38,00 € 27,00 € 34,00 1 € 43,00 € 30,00 € 39,00 Ski passes 2 € 68,00 € 47,00 € 61,00 2 € 74,00 € 52,00 € 67,00 2 € 84,00 € 59,00 € 76,00

3 € 98,00 € 69,00 € 88,00 3 € 108,00 € 76,00 € 97,00 3 € 123,00 € 86,00 € 110,00

4 € 126,00 € 88,00 € 113,00 4 € 138,00 € 97,00 € 124,00 4 € 157,00 € 110,00 € 141,00

5 € 150,00 € 105,00 € 135,00 5 € 166,00 € 116,00 € 149,00 5 € 188,00 € 132,00 € 169,00

6 € 173,00 € 121,00 € 155,00 6 € 190,00 € 133,00 € 171,00 6 € 216,00 € 151,00 € 194,00

In addition: • season tickets • choice ticket: 10 day ski pass spread over 14 days holiday • Dolomiti Superski choice season ticket: 12 day ski pass throughout the whole season • transferable ski pass valid for several days for families with children below the age of 3 • prepaid ticket • single tickets/multi journey tickets • children up to the age of 8 (born after 27. 11. 2002) get a free ski pass (except day and season passes), if the accompanying person buys a ski pass for the same period. Where can you buy your ski pass? • in the branches of the Cassa di Risparmio in all three towns of Val Gardena: open on Saturday from 8am to 7pm (Ortisei until 10pm), Sunday to Friday from 8am to 1pm and from 4pm to 6pm. At the valley station of the Gardena Ronda Express: from 8.30am to 4.30pm. Further info and reduction at: www.valgardena.it

Dolomiti Superski · 450 lift facilities, 1,200 kilometres of slopes · winter season 2010/2011: 27. 11. 2010 – end of the season

Dolomiti SuperPremière 4 = 3 Season: 09. 01. 2011 – 05. 02. 2011 Peak season: 24. 12. 2010 – 08. 01. 2011 27. 11. 2010 – 23. 12. 2010 20. 03. 2011 – end of the season 06. 02. 2011 – 19. 03. 2011 Juniors Seniors Juniors Seniors Juniors Seniors Days Adults born after born before Days Adults born after born before Days Adults born after born before 27. 11. 94 27. 11. 45 27. 11. 94 27. 11. 45 27. 11. 94 27. 11. 45

1 € 37,00 € 26,00 € 33,00 1 € 42,00 € 29,00 € 38,00 1 € 46,00 € 32,00 € 41,00

2 € 73,00 € 51,00 € 66,00 2 € 80,00 € 56,00 € 72,00 2 € 91,00 € 64,00 € 82,00

3 € 106,00 € 74,00 € 95,00 3 € 116,00 € 82,00 € 105,00 3 € 132,00 € 93,00 € 119,00

4 € 135,00 € 95,00 € 122,00 4 € 149,00 € 104,00 € 134,00 4 € 169,00 € 119,00 € 152,00

5 € 162,00 € 114,00 € 146,00 5 € 179,00 € 125,00 € 161,00 5 € 203,00 € 142,00 € 183,00

6 € 186,00 € 130,00 € 168,00 6 € 205,00 € 143,00 € 184,00 6 € 233,00 € 163,00 € 210,00

Skiing cannot be guaranteed on all facilities from beginning to end of season. The prices of ski passes can be subject to alteration due to exceptional changes in taxation, exchange rates or social provisions.

Ski and snowboard school Cir Snowboard and ski school 2000 Ski and snowboard school Saslong Dursanstr. 81 Mëisulesstr. 275 and 244 • I-39048 Selva Gardena Reziastr. 10 I-39047 S. Cristina Tel. +39 / 04 71 / 77 31 25 – 04 71 / 79 52 55 I-39046 Ortisei Tel. +39 / 04 71 / 79 01 84 • Fax +39 / 04 71 / 79 10 10 Fax +39 / 04 71 / 77 32 83 • [email protected] Tel. +39 / 04 71 / 78 62 58 • Fax +39 / 04 71 / 78 94 57 [email protected] • www.ssscir.com www.skischool-valgardena.com [email protected] • www.skisaslong.com 37 Highlights 17. humps“ “camel its with slope Saslong famous the on Two races Cup World Ski FIS 03. bikers to open only Group, Sella the around day Car-free Day Bike Sellaronda 02. elevation in difference mof 4.200 with Europe in race bike mountain hardest The Sellaronda Hero 2011 June Italian Cup the for valid marathon, bike Interesting Marathon Bike Gardena Val 24. Prix Grand Music Folk the of winner Belsy, with festival music Folk Festival Belsy 03. participants 620 with slalom giant longest world’s The Südtirol Gardenissima 01. contest skating ice Junior International Trophy Spring Gardena Val 2011 March passes four the on marathon touring Ski Sellaronda Skimarathon 23. Pana Monte on everyone for competition shoe Snow Ciasp Gardena Val 28. atmosphere Christmas in artists skating ice famous with show Ice Ice on Christmas – – 01. 07. 04. 07. – 12. 18. 03. 25. 2011 2011 2011 2011 38 2010 12. 04. 06.

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trëntenuef 39 Activities Schools Points of interest

Val Gardena Active Mountain Guide & Alpine School Catores Museum Gherdëina

June to mid-October Ortisei office The Museum Gherdëina in Church Square the centre of Ortisei will We invite you to Tel. +39 / 04 71 / 79 82 23 take you on an exciting Services discover the variety of Fax +39 / 04 71 / 78 13 91 journey through time from Val Gardena’s Dolomites with our diversi- Opening hours: daily from 5.30pm to 7pm the prehistoric origins of the Dolomites to fied weekly sporting programme. Visitors the historical creative work of the valley to staying in associated accommodation S. Cristina office the times of the mountain and film legend facilities can use the facilities of Val Gar- Sports shop Activ Sport Luis Trenker. dena Active free of charge, except for the Opening hours: Mon-Sat from 5.30pm children’s organised activities. to 7pm, during shop opening hours on Museum Gherdëina Sunday (only in summer) Str. Rezia 83, Ortisei www.valgardena-active.com Tel. +39 / 04 71 / 79 75 54 [email protected] www.museumgherdeina.it www.catores.com [email protected]

DSV Nordic Active Park Val Gardena Mountain Guide Association Art 52

Perfect for beginners and • Personal Exhibition ART52 experts, the park has been guided tours Exhibition of examples created by DSV, the German • Climbing tours of Gardena’s arts and crafts Ski Association and offers three routes: • Fixed rope routes • Ski guiding Cultural Centre Ortisei Blue (easy, 3km) • Free admission Red (intermediate, 6km) • Freeriding Opening hours: daily from 9am to 10pm Black (difficult, 9km) • Snowshoeing all year round

In winter it is a centre for cross country Opening hours Selva Gardena: [email protected] skiing, snowshoeing and for biathlon. Daily from 5.30pm to 7pm www.art52.it Tel. +39 / 04 71 / 79 41 33 www.guidegardena.com

Cristal d’Or hiking pass Mountain Bike School Val Gardena Gardena Art Cooperative

Depending on the distance Day guided excursions, Gardena Art stands 100% for covered, there are points for weekly courses, course in wood carving from Val every visit to a refuge or mountain technique, children’s Gardena. These valuable lodge. The sum of the points equate courses, private lessons sculptures can be admired at to a bronze, silver, gold or crystal award. crib exhibitions and by watching S. Cristina office local artists at work during guided tours Str. Iman 16/A of wood carving workshops. Tel. +39 / 3 39 / 2 54 79 21 Valgardena Card – Mobility card [email protected] www.mtbvalgardena.com www.gardena-art.com Unlimited use for 3 or 6 days of 12 [email protected] lift facilities and the bus service in the territory of the Mobilcard South Tyrol.

Services & Special Offers

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Special Offers www.valgardena.it

Are you looking Val Gardena Mobile for a room or Thanks to the “mobile” version an apartment? and the weather conditions trans- Val Gardena online shop mitted in real time, offered by Visit our online shop where you www.valgardena.it you can consult can easily view and buy many inter- the weather esting articles regarding Val Gardena, reports in such as the new excursion maps, your car, on posters etc ... the lift facili- ties or on the ski slopes Realtime weather as well as webcams consult- Val Gardena offers you an avantgarde Val Gardena has now 7 livecams, ing all the room availability system, updated which are unique in the Alps and information directly by the accommodation facility transmit weather conditions and regarding keepers. The collaborators of the Tour- panoramic views in real time. The temperature, wind and accommoda- ist Offices have the same information livecams are located on Seceda tion availability. you find on the website. (2.450 m), Dantercëpies (2.305 m), Piz mobil.valgardena.it Sella (2.284 m), Ciampinoi (2.254 m), Social Networks Due to our new “valgardena.it Col Raiser (2.016 m), in Selva “Tublà” Val Gardena is now present in all the online booking” (1.782 m) and Ortisei (1.236m). most important social networks – be- (VOB), you can book come our friend and stay updated! your accommoda- Newsletter tion in Val Gardena online directly: Do you wish to receive the latest www.valgardena.it news and information regarding From winter 2011 you can also plan events in Val Gardena? Then subscribe your vacation through our booking to our free newsletter. centre calling: +39 / 04 71 / 77 77 77.

42 carantedoi Leading Mountain Resorts of the World

• Banff Lake Louise • Åre

Saas-Fee •• Val Gardena/Gröden “Leading Mountain Resorts of the World” is a list of tourist resorts which offer first class quality mountain holidays at any time of the year. Val Gardena was awarded this title. The other resorts are: Bariloche (Argentina- South America), Queenstown (New Zealand- Australasia), Saas-Fee (-Europe), Åre (Sweden-Europe) and Banff Lake Louise (Canada-North America). We would like to suggest you to visit our other • Bariloche partner resorts should you ever be organizing a Queenstown • holiday in any of the above mentioned countries. For further information: www.leadingmountainresorts.com

Val Gardena – Europe BARILOCHE – South America QUEENSTOWN – Australasia Val Gardena is a valley of superior class Bariloche, the tourism capital of Patagonia, is Queenstown lies in the heart of a magnificent tourism and is magnificent both in summer and surrounded by the Nahuel Huapi National Park subalpine landscape impressive, amazing and in winter. This resort lies in the heart and offers magnificent scenery and thrilling and is the most prestigious lagoon and of the Dolomites, one of the most beautiful incredible activities all year round. The alpine resort for relaxation in New Zealand. alpine areas and the largest ski area of Europe. service is of international standard and offers excellent cuisine and first class hospitality.

SAAS-FEE – Europe ÅRE – Europe BANFF LAKE LOUISE – Saas-Fee awaits you with 300 days of sunshine 100 years of ski innovation: explore Scandina- North America a year, its unique mountainworld, countless via’s most mythical Experience the world-famous “champagne sports adventures and various . The peaks in Åre attract visitors powder” in the three ski resorts in Banff Na- wellness offers. Thirteen peaks over four thou- all year round with more than 100 years of ski tional Park, surrounded by pristine wilderness sand meters surround the car-free glacier re- history, novelties and trends which were born and spectacular mountain scenery. sort Saas-Fee and its neighbours Saas-Grund, here but which reach far beyond the borders. In summer, you can watch grizzly bears and Saas-Almagell and Saas-Balen like a shell. elks in the wild, hike alpine meadows, canoe glacial lakes, bike, golf, and more.

carantetrëi 43 Three villages

Selva Gardena he three villages in Val Gardena, Ortisei, S. Cristina and Selva Gardena, offer many

opportunities to enjoy and experience the Tlocal way of life. Ortisei, located on an altitude of 1,236 m above sea level at the entrance to

the valley, will enchant you with its romantic pedestrian

centre which boasts a variety of little shops and still

emanates traditional culture. Stroll around the village

and admire the century-old architecture and the many

local landmarks such as St. Jacob’s Church.

The picturesque village of S. Cristina is located at the

end of the legendary Saslong ski run near Monte Pana,

S. Cristina Col Raiser and Seceda. It is well worth a visit for its romantic side streets and informal atmosphere, as well

as for a number of sights such as the parish church, the

early Baroque Gardena Castle and the sun dial at Monte

Pana, which shows the time for a total of 60 villages.

Selva Gardena, meanwhile, is located higher up at an

altitude of 1,563 m above sea level at the sunny end of

the valley. It is surrounded by the jagged peaks of the

Sassolungo and the Sella Group. Selva Gardena is a

pulsating village brimming with life and invention,

which boasts an excellent range of restaurants and

stylish bars, as well as a number of cultural highlights

such as the parish church, St. Silvester’s Chapel with its Ortisei more than 300-year old frescoes, and the ruins of the

castle Wolkenstein at the entrance to Vallunga.

44 carantecater Legend How to reach Val Gardena Layout Billiards Way to accommodation (for Ortisei and S. Cristina) Bowling alley BB Bed and Breakfast Fitness room HB Half board Whirlpool FB Full board Indoor swimming pool AI All inclusive Outdoor swimming pool Number of apartments Sauna Number of beds Steam bath Number of bedrooms Solarium Number of separate WCs Beauty farm Number of rooms with shower/bath Massages Number of single rooms Tennis Accommodation only Mountain bike hire Rooms with connecting door Ski boot dryer Suite Tavern/wine cellar Allergy-free room Organised activities + room Apartment with dish washer Facilities available in annex Washing machine/washing facilities + apartment and number of occupants Kitchen living Breakfast optional Separate kitchen English Breakfast Living room Buffet breakfast Cleaning on request Menu selection Final cleaning included Light diet on request/diet cuisine Linen available Restaurant Fresh bread service Use of kitchen Tiled stove in room/apartment Telephone in room/apartment Credit cards accepted TV on request Supervised children’s club Italy South Tyrol Val Gardena TV in room/apartment Babysitting TV room Children’s playroom/playground Satellite TV in room/apartment Agrotourism Satellite TV in TV room Farm-made products Val Gardena Info Channel Garden or sunbathing area Radio in room/apartment Agreement with the Alpine School Catores Internet connection (LAN or WLAN) Agreement with the Val Gardena Internet surf point Mountain Guide Association Safe in room/apartment Free admission to the Mini bar in room public sauna in Ortisei (2 x weekly) Handicapped accessible Free admission to the Connections swimming pool in Ortisei Conference room/seminar room By car By bus Transfer from the airport Lounge for smokers Use of tennis courts only in The Val Gardena road network is directly There are various buses which leave from Furthermore, during the winter the village where you booked accommodation. Dogs allowed Ortisei free of charge, S. Cristina connected to the motorway Autostrada del Bolzano, Bressanone and Chiusa to Val 2010/11 and for the summer 2011 and Selva Gardena reduced fees Garage Brennero (A22). Gardena (public bus service timetable transfers have been organized Free admission to the ice hockey games and Arriving from the south drive past Verona, available at www.sii.bz.it) between the airports of Verona Hotel bus the ice rinks in Selva Gardena & in Ortisei Trento, Bolzano to Chiusa and take the exit Some hotels offer a shuttle bus service to and (Catullo) and Bergamo (Orio al Serio) and Lift Chiusa/Val Gardena. from the stations. Val Gardena. Arriving from the north, drive past Innsbruck – Furthermore, on Saturdays there is a transfer Brennero – Bressanone to Chiusa and take the service from Munich (airport and central sta- For further information and ticket sale, please Val Gardena SuperPremière Summer holiday packages 2011 exit Chiusa/Val Gardena. Following the road tion) to Val Gardena: go to www.flytovalgardena.com 04. 12. – 23. 12. 2010 signs you reach Ortisei in about 20 minutes and Summer family weeks from the 1st FIS Ski World Cup Dolomiti Classics a few km further you find S. Cristina and Selva Information and booking: Viaggi Silbernagl For information regarding the taxi service weekend in June until 08. 07. 2011 Val Gardena 16. 12. – 19. 12. 2010 Gardena. Tel. +39 0471/706633, [email protected] to and from the stations and the airports, Single & Kids summer offer The mountain passes at the end of the valley The service is available from 18. 12. 2010 please contact our information offices or go to Val Gardena SuperKids (Winter) until 15. 07. 2011 and from 27. 08. 2011 are only a few minutes drive away. to 26. 03. 2011 and from 28. 05. 2011 to www.valgardena.it 19. 03. – 10. 04. 2011 In Val Gardena, however, it is possible to do 24. 09. 2011. Standard children’s reduction Val Gardena SuperSun without a car for the whole period of your stay Return ticket prices: Taxi and bus Autosella: (in additional bed) 19. 03. – 10. 04. 2011 as the public transport connections are excel- Central station-Ortisei...... 76,00 Euro Tel. +39 / 04 71 / 79 00 33 0 – 2 years: free of charge Arpejon mundiela naturela da culëures – Ududa sun l Sela y l Saslonch lent in the high season and there are many lift Central station-S. Cristina Taxi and bus Val Gardena: Val Gardena Active 2011 2 – 6 years: 50% reduction facilities from each locality to the high altitude or Selva Gardena...... 86,00 Euro Tel. +39 / 04 71 / 79 65 44 6 – 12 years: 30% reduction Colourful world heritage site – View of Sella and Sassolungo mountain ranges excursion and skiing areas. Many guests are Airport - Ortisei...... 92,00 Euro Data subject to change without further notice. No liability can be accepted for the accuracy of the information. happy to leave their car at home and reach Val Airport - S. Cristina Gardena by public transport. or Selva Gardena...... 102,00 Euro Colophon By train By airplane Concept and creation: www.lucerna.it Val Gardena is connected to the rest of Italy The nearest airports are located in Bolzano, List of accommodation facilities: Artprint/We2P® - Bressanone and Europe by Intercity and Eurocity trains Verona, Innsbruck, Munich and Milan. The Foto: Archive Val Gardena Marketing, Robert Perathoner-Prodigit, Carlo Zanella, Pierluigi which all stop in Bolzano and Bressanone and Bolzano airport has daily flights to and from Orler, Prof. Gerhard Trumler (collection „Christl Sotriffer“), Frieder Blickle, Udo Bernhart, some even in Chiusa. Rome. archive Saslong Classic Club, Matthäus Kostner, from the book „Catores“, Helmuth For information regarding timetables and con- Rier, Fotolia: Eichnersmith, Michael, archive Dolomiti Superski-Udo Bernhart, Museum nections go to: www.trenitalia.com Gherdëina. Legend How to reach Val Gardena Layout Billiards Way to accommodation (for Ortisei and S. Cristina) Bowling alley BB Bed and Breakfast Fitness room HB Half board Whirlpool FB Full board Indoor swimming pool AI All inclusive Outdoor swimming pool Number of apartments Sauna Number of beds Steam bath Number of bedrooms Solarium Number of separate WCs Beauty farm Number of rooms with shower/bath Massages Number of single rooms Tennis Accommodation only Mountain bike hire Rooms with connecting door Ski boot dryer Suite Tavern/wine cellar Allergy-free room Organised activities + room Apartment with dish washer Facilities available in annex Washing machine/washing facilities + apartment and number of occupants Kitchen living Breakfast optional Separate kitchen English Breakfast Living room Buffet breakfast Cleaning on request Menu selection Final cleaning included Light diet on request/diet cuisine Linen available Restaurant Fresh bread service Use of kitchen Tiled stove in room/apartment Telephone in room/apartment Credit cards accepted TV on request Supervised children’s club Italy South Tyrol Val Gardena TV in room/apartment Babysitting TV room Children’s playroom/playground Satellite TV in room/apartment Agrotourism Satellite TV in TV room Farm-made products Val Gardena Info Channel Garden or sunbathing area Radio in room/apartment Agreement with the Alpine School Catores Internet connection (LAN or WLAN) Agreement with the Val Gardena Internet surf point Mountain Guide Association Safe in room/apartment Free admission to the Mini bar in room public sauna in Ortisei (2 x weekly) Handicapped accessible Free admission to the Connections swimming pool in Ortisei Conference room/seminar room By car By bus Transfer from the airport Lounge for smokers Use of tennis courts only in The Val Gardena road network is directly There are various buses which leave from Furthermore, during the winter the village where you booked accommodation. Dogs allowed Ortisei free of charge, S. Cristina connected to the motorway Autostrada del Bolzano, Bressanone and Chiusa to Val 2010/11 and for the summer 2011 and Selva Gardena reduced fees Garage Brennero (A22). Gardena (public bus service timetable transfers have been organized Free admission to the ice hockey games and Arriving from the south drive past Verona, available at www.sii.bz.it) between the airports of Verona Hotel bus the ice rinks in Selva Gardena & in Ortisei Trento, Bolzano to Chiusa and take the exit Some hotels offer a shuttle bus service to and (Catullo) and Bergamo (Orio al Serio) and Lift Chiusa/Val Gardena. from the stations. Val Gardena. Arriving from the north, drive past Innsbruck – Furthermore, on Saturdays there is a transfer Brennero – Bressanone to Chiusa and take the service from Munich (airport and central sta- For further information and ticket sale, please Val Gardena SuperPremière Summer holiday packages 2011 exit Chiusa/Val Gardena. Following the road tion) to Val Gardena: go to www.flytovalgardena.com 04. 12. – 23. 12. 2010 signs you reach Ortisei in about 20 minutes and Summer family weeks from the 1st FIS Ski World Cup Dolomiti Classics a few km further you find S. Cristina and Selva Information and booking: Viaggi Silbernagl For information regarding the taxi service weekend in June until 08. 07. 2011 Val Gardena 16. 12. – 19. 12. 2010 Gardena. Tel. +39 0471/706633, [email protected] to and from the stations and the airports, Single & Kids summer offer The mountain passes at the end of the valley The service is available from 18. 12. 2010 please contact our information offices or go to Val Gardena SuperKids (Winter) until 15. 07. 2011 and from 27. 08. 2011 are only a few minutes drive away. to 26. 03. 2011 and from 28. 05. 2011 to www.valgardena.it 19. 03. – 10. 04. 2011 In Val Gardena, however, it is possible to do 24. 09. 2011. Standard children’s reduction Val Gardena SuperSun without a car for the whole period of your stay Return ticket prices: Taxi and bus Autosella: (in additional bed) 19. 03. – 10. 04. 2011 as the public transport connections are excel- Central station-Ortisei...... 76,00 Euro Tel. +39 / 04 71 / 79 00 33 0 – 2 years: free of charge Arpejon mundiela naturela da culëures – Ududa sun l Sela y l Saslonch lent in the high season and there are many lift Central station-S. Cristina Taxi and bus Val Gardena: Val Gardena Active 2011 2 – 6 years: 50% reduction facilities from each locality to the high altitude or Selva Gardena...... 86,00 Euro Tel. +39 / 04 71 / 79 65 44 6 – 12 years: 30% reduction Colourful world heritage site – View of Sella and Sassolungo mountain ranges excursion and skiing areas. Many guests are Airport - Ortisei...... 92,00 Euro Data subject to change without further notice. No liability can be accepted for the accuracy of the information. happy to leave their car at home and reach Val Airport - S. Cristina Gardena by public transport. or Selva Gardena...... 102,00 Euro Colophon By train By airplane Concept and creation: www.lucerna.it Val Gardena is connected to the rest of Italy The nearest airports are located in Bolzano, List of accommodation facilities: Artprint/We2P® - Bressanone and Europe by Intercity and Eurocity trains Verona, Innsbruck, Munich and Milan. The Foto: Archive Val Gardena Marketing, Robert Perathoner-Prodigit, Carlo Zanella, Pierluigi which all stop in Bolzano and Bressanone and Bolzano airport has daily flights to and from Orler, Prof. Gerhard Trumler (collection „Christl Sotriffer“), Frieder Blickle, Udo Bernhart, some even in Chiusa. Rome. archive Saslong Classic Club, Matthäus Kostner, from the book „Catores“, Helmuth For information regarding timetables and con- Rier, Fotolia: Eichnersmith, Michael, archive Dolomiti Superski-Udo Bernhart, Museum nections go to: www.trenitalia.com Gherdëina. www.valgardena.it Friendly farmwhichfulfilsall requirements for room rental. Friendly rooms includingshower and WC, pleasantaccommodation. facets ofrural life. The farm hassomeadditionalfacilitiesofferingthepossibilitytoenjoy many facets ofrural life. The farm hasexcellent facilitiesofferingthepossibilitytoenjoy many Ratings onfarms(flower) forguestrooms andapartments ments atlow rates. - indicatessimpleyet cleanbed&breakfast accommodationandholidayapart medium rates. at indicatepleasantbed&breakfast accommodationandholidayapartments ments whichprovide additionalfacilitiestomakeyour stayeven more pleasant. - bed&breakfast accommodationandholidayapart indicatecomfortable ments offeringsuperbcomfort. - indicatefirst-classbed&breakfast accommodationandholidayapart Ratings (sun) forguestrooms andapartments stars ards from tostars,whereas theresidences gofrom to The hotels,pensionsandgarnisare allinconformitywithinternationalstand- Rating according tothestars phone orinwriting,directly withtheaccommodationfacilityofyour choice. the various accommodationfacilities,thevalid pricemustbeagreed upon,eitherby ... even ifthedatesandpricesinthispricelistwere given tothe Tourist Office by We wouldlikeyou tonotethat... July totheendofAugust. can betakenasthegeneral rule.Inmostcases,thesummerhighseasonisfrom mid The periodsindicatedare valid forthemajorityofaccommodationfacilitiesand Periods (highandlow season) Val GardenaMarketingisnotliableforanyerrors inthecatalogue. suchassauna,solarium,garage, etc.maybecalculatedseparately.services itisadvisabletoverifyExtra thecostoffinalcleaningandlinen. apartment, and VAT thepricesincludeservice or apartments, (atpresent 10%). When bookingan The pricerange (min.-max.)dependsontheperiodandfittingsin rooms periods). maybebookedforshorter (although theapartments of atleast3days(surcharge forsuites).For thepricelistedisperweek apartments in March 2010 andare tobeconsidered perpersondayindoubleroom forastay The pricesshown inthispricelistwere given tousby theaccommodationfacilities Prices onourwebsite www.valgardena.itday from 8amto7pm,orusethe24hourservice For phoneinformationregarding room availability pleasecallfrom MondaytoSatur of Bolzanoandthevalid Italianlawswillbeapplied. on behalfoftheaccommodationfacility. For isthat anylitigationthecompetentcourt not berefunded. Furthermore, there mayeven bearequest forpaymentofdamages In thecaseofcancellation,delayed arrival thisdepositwill oranticipateddeparture, approx.the costofthree days(forapartments: 30%oftheentire cost)mustbepaid. rectly withtheaccommodationfacilityofyour choice.Onbooking,adepositequalto be ofhelptoyou withanyofyour questions.However, thebookingmustbemadedi- The Tourist Officeisfullyinformedastotheavailability ofbedsandcan Booking conditions is therefore notacompletelistingoftheaccommodationfacilitiesinarea. This catalogueonlyfeatures membersofthe Tourist Associationsof Val Gardena,and Suggestions forbookingaroom in Val Gardena All newsregarding Val Gardenaare tobefoundonthesite Real timeweather webcam forroom availability24 hourservice - For informationregarding room availability pleasecallfrom MondaytoSaturday from 8amto7pm,oruseour24-hourinformationsystem regarding room availability onwww.valgardena.it www.valgardena.it [email protected] Info Val Gardena:+3904 71 77 77 77 info_val_gardena Skype name: Tel. +3904 Str. Mëisules213 I-39048 Selva Gardena Tourist Office Fax +3904 [email protected] 71 79 71 77 42 79 00 45 Tel. +3904 Str. Chemun9 I-39047 S.Cristina Tourist Office Fax +39o4 [email protected] 71 79 71 77 31 78 98 00 Tel. +3904 Str. Rezia 1 I-39046 Ortisei Tourist Office Fax +3904 [email protected] 71 79 71 77 67 76 49 00

grafik & konzept: www.lucerna.it Val Thehol Gardena. Edition 2011 id a y v alley oftheDolomites Nëif suncrëps y coi Snow-covered peaksandhills www.valgardena.it All newsregarding Val Gardenaare tobefoundonthesite Real timeweather webcam forroom availability24 hourservice Friendly farmwhichfulfilsall requirements for room rental. Friendly rooms includingshower and WC, pleasantaccommodation. facets ofrural life. The farm hassomeadditionalfacilitiesofferingthepossibilitytoenjoy many facets ofrural life. The farm hasexcellent facilitiesofferingthepossibilitytoenjoy many Ratings onfarms(flower) forguestrooms andapartments ments atlow rates. - indicatessimpleyet cleanbed&breakfast accommodationandholidayapart medium rates. at indicatepleasantbed&breakfast accommodationandholidayapartments ments whichprovide additionalfacilitiestomakeyour stayeven more pleasant. - bed&breakfast accommodationandholidayapart indicatecomfortable ments offeringsuperbcomfort. - indicatefirst-classbed&breakfast accommodationandholidayapart Ratings (sun) forguestrooms andapartments stars ards from tostars,whereas theresidences gofrom to The hotels,pensionsandgarnisare allinconformitywithinternationalstand- Rating according tothestars phone orinwriting,directly withtheaccommodationfacilityofyour choice. the various accommodationfacilities,thevalid pricemustbeagreed upon,eitherby ... even ifthedatesandpricesinthispricelistwere given tothe Tourist Office by We wouldlikeyou tonotethat... July totheendofAugust. can betakenasthegeneral rule.Inmostcases,thesummerhighseasonisfrom mid The periodsindicatedare valid forthemajorityofaccommodationfacilitiesand Periods (highandlow season) Val GardenaMarketingisnotliableforanyerrors inthecatalogue. suchassauna,solarium,garage, etc.maybecalculatedseparately.services itisadvisabletoverifyExtra thecostoffinalcleaningandlinen. apartment, and VAT thepricesincludeservice or apartments, (atpresent 10%). When bookingan The pricerange (min.-max.)dependsontheperiodandfittingsin rooms periods). maybebookedforshorter (although theapartments of atleast3days(surcharge forsuites).For thepricelistedisperweek apartments in March 2010 andare tobeconsidered perpersondayindoubleroom forastay The pricesshown inthispricelistwere given tousby theaccommodationfacilities Prices onourwebsite www.valgardena.itday from 8amto7pm,orusethe24hourservice For phoneinformationregarding room availability pleasecallfrom MondaytoSatur of Bolzanoandthevalid Italianlawswillbeapplied. on behalfoftheaccommodationfacility. For isthat anylitigationthecompetentcourt not berefunded. Furthermore, there mayeven bearequest forpaymentofdamages In thecaseofcancellation,delayed arrival thisdepositwill oranticipateddeparture, approx.the costofthree days(forapartments: 30%oftheentire cost)mustbepaid. rectly withtheaccommodationfacilityofyour choice.Onbooking,adepositequalto be ofhelptoyou withanyofyour questions.However, thebookingmustbemadedi- The Tourist Officeisfullyinformedastotheavailability ofbedsandcan Booking conditions is therefore notacompletelistingoftheaccommodationfacilitiesinarea. This catalogueonlyfeatures membersofthe Tourist Associationsof Val Gardena,and Suggestions forbookingaroom in Val Gardena - For informationregarding room availability pleasecallfrom MondaytoSaturday from 8amto7pm,oruseour24-hourinformationsystem regarding room availability onwww.valgardena.it www.valgardena.it Info Val Gardena:+3904 [email protected] 71 77 77 77 info_val_gardena Skype name: Tel. +3904 Str. Mëisules213 I-39048 Selva Gardena Tourist Office Fax +3904 [email protected] 71 79 71 77 42 79 00 45 Tel. +3904 Str. Chemun9 I-39047 S.Cristina Tourist Office Fax +39o4 [email protected] 71 79 71 77 31 78 98 00 Tel. +3904 Str. Rezia 1 I-39046 Ortisei Tourist Office Fax +3904 [email protected] 71 79 71 77 67 76 49 00

grafik & konzept: www.lucerna.it Val Thehol Gardena. Edition 2011 id a y v alley oftheDolomites Nëif suncrëps y coi Snow-covered peaksandhills