Val di Fassa ski resort
Snow Range
1460-2950m
the exhilarating skiing of the Dolomites and an unmistakable Italian atmosphere
The beautiful broad sunny Val di Fassa is one of the treasures of the spectacular Dolomites area of north-east Italy. Arguably the most beautiful mountain range in Europe, and declared a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 2009, the pink and orange hues of the craggy peaks change colour from daybreak to twilight. We feature the main villages of the valley, Canazei, Campitello and Pozza.
- the experience
- the slopes Val di Fassa snowboarding
- Val di Fassa lift passes and tuition
- ski/snowboarding tuition in Val di Fassa
The experience
Val di Fassa Après Ski
Plenty of jolly, unpretentious bars, where the atmosphere is always cheerful and convivial · The Stua dei Ladins, Montanara Bar, Giardino delle Rose and Lieber Augustin.
Activities
· Swimming pool (Canazei) · Ice skating (Alba) · Wellness centre (Alba) · Bowling (Alba) · Cross-country skiing · Night skiing (Pozza di Fassa) · Snowshoe walking · Paragliding · Ice hockey matches (Alba)
Eating out in Val di Fassa
Good choice of cafés, pizzerias and restaurants, most at extremely reasonable prices · Pizzas from approx. €5 · 3-course dinners from approx. €16 · In Canazei the Kaiserstube, Pizzeria Italia, La Stalla, El Pael or El Cervena.
Other amenities
· Charming shops and cafés · Cleared footpaths with beautiful walks · Ice hockey matches (Alba).
Family choice
Val di Fassa is an ideal choice for families. Chalet Violetta houses our Pepi Penguin Club for children aged 6 months to 4 years and the Whizz Kids Club for children aged 4 to 11 years. Our Pepi Penguin Crèche and Whizz Kids Club are available to guests staying in Canazei. Please note some accommodations are located up to a 20 minute walk away from the Violetta.
Pre-bookable Extras
Hidden Valley - a spectacular 11km red run winding through the red rocks of the Dolomites. End the afternoon with a disco dance in your ski boots! Adult/child £26
Transfer time
Verona 2 hrs 30 mins
The slopes
Beginners
Novices at Canazei can start on the village slope before taking the Belvedere gondola to the wide, undulating runs at Pecol. Campitello has one beginners' run at village level and at the top of the Col Rodella cable car several blue runs.
Intermediates
From Canazei and Campitello there is direct access to the famous Sella Ronda. This 26kms route encircles the Sella Massif and can be used to ski the extensive areas of Arabba, Corvara, Colfosco and Val Gardena.
Advanced
The main challenge for experts will be to put as much mileage as possible under their skis. Try the run under the cable car at Alba or the Men's Downhill runs in Val Gardena and La Villa. The north facing slopes at nearby Arabba provide some of the most challenging skiing in the Dolomites.
Snowboarding
This is a huge area offering some superb, varied terrain. After cruising the famous Sella Ronda you can head for the snowboard park above Canazei in the Belvedere area.
Slope facts
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Total kms of piste
Val di Fassa - 120kms (1,220kms Dolomiti Superski area)
Piste Type No. of Runs Easy 30 Intermediate 41 Difficult 3 -
Number of lifts
58 (5 cable cars, 4 gondolas, 28 chairlifts, 21 drag lifts)
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Direction of slopes
N, S, E, W
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Snow cannons
350
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Longest run
9kms
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Mountain restaurants
18
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Cross-country trails
70kms
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Snow Range
1460-2950m
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Village Height:
1,460m (4,752ft)
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Highest Ski Lift
2,950m (9,676ft)
Lift passes and tuition
Lift pass, ski hire and tuition prices shown are correct at time of publication. However, all prices quoted may be subject to change during the ski season.
Lift Pass
| 6 Days | Adult | Junior* | Senior | |
| Local lift pass | (low) | £151 | £106 | £136 |
| Local lift pass | (high) | £171 | £120 | £154 |
| Area lift pass | (low) | £173 | £121 | £156 |
| Area lift pass | (high) | £197 | £138 | £178 |
Low season: deps. 09/01-29/01 & 13/03-09/04
High season: deps. 19/12-08/01 & 30/01-12/03
Photo required for lift pass? Yes for passes of more than 7 days.
Lift pass coverage: Local lift pass covers all lifts in Val di Fassa and Carezza. Area lift pass covers all lifts in the Dolomiti Superski area.
Ski/Board Tuition
| 5 Days - Canazei & Campitello | Adult | Child |
| Ski/snowboard tuition† (low) | £113 | £113 |
| Ski/snowboard tuition† (high) | £122 | £122 |
| 5 Days - Pozza di Fassa | ||
| Ski/snowboard tuition† (low) | £125 | £125 |
| Ski/snowboard tuition† (high) | £136 | £136 |
High season: deps. 19/12-08/01 & 30/01-12/03
† Snowboard tuition subject to minimum numbers
Please note: For guests staying in Campitello ski/board tuition takes place in Canazei.
Usual hours of instruction: Canazei: Ski tuition 1000-1245, Sun-Thu. Snowboard tuition 1100-1245, Sun-Thu. Pozza: Ski tuition 0930-1230 Mon-Thu, 0930-1530 Fri. Snowboard tuition 0930-1230, Sun-Fri.
Children: From 4 years, same hours as adult classes.
No. of ski school instructors: 40
Off-Piste
Snowboard Taster- your chance to give snowboarding a go with our 2 hour taster session. Adult/child £31
First Time Skiing / Boarding
| Adult | Child* | |
| First Time - ski (low) | £278 | £222 |
| First Time - ski (high) | £306 | £245 |
| First Time - board† (low) | £282 | £234 |
| First Time - board† (high) | £310 | £256 |
* First Time - ski for children aged 4-11 yrs.
First Time - board for children aged 7-11 yrs.
† Subject to minimum numbers
Low season: deps. 09/01-29/01 & 13/03-09/04
High season: deps. 19/12-08/01 & 30/01-12/03
Please note: Learn to ski/board only available for customers staying in Canazei and Campitello.
Ski Pack Further Information
Please be aware the use of helmets by those aged 14 and under is compulsory in all Italian resorts.
the savings
FREE lift pass for child born after 28/11/01 when accompanying adult buys same pass.
Discounted lift pass available for adults born before 28/11/49.
Ski/board equipment
Ski/Board Equipment
| 6 Days | Adult | Child* |
| Skis/sticks | £40 | £27 |
| Boots | £24 | £15 |
| Superior skis | £53 | - |
| Snowboard | £47 | £54 |
| Snowboard boots | £24 | £21 |
| Helmet | £9 | £9 |
the savings
FREE lift pass for child born after 28/11/01 when accompanying adult buys same pass.
Discounted lift pass available for adults born before 28/11/49.
† 2 for 1 lift pass is available on selected accommodation on selected dates. See accommodation page for details.