Holidays in Corvara & Colfosco

Outdoor adventure in the mountains with Italian style and charm, it’s the best of both worlds in Corvara & Colfosco

From swimming in the pure waters of Biotope lake, to discovering the WWI trenches and open-air museum at Cinque Torri, to making a long Italian lunch the activity of the day - Corvara and Colfosco have summer covered. Both villages sit in the Alta Badia region, known for its fine food and wine, an active lifestyle, and mountains so uniquely beautiful they’re UNESCO protected.

National parks, geological sites, mountain lakes

There are two nature parks around Corvara and Colfosco, the Puez-Geisler (or Puez Odle) and Fanes-Senes-Braies. Together they provide mile-upon-mile of pathways to explore - far more than can be covered in a single holiday - with stunning views, colourful wild flowers and various geological sites well worth a visit. For a day out, hop on the local bus and head up the road to La Villa to potter about the pretty village and grab a bite to eat next to Sompunt Lake. On your way back to Corvara, visit the 16th century Colz Castle in a picture-perfect location.

Eating your way through the Dolomites: a taste of the Italian Tyrol

You’ll be spoilt for choice when it comes to eating out here; Alta Badia is one of the best regions in the Dolomites for gastronomy, whether it’s a casual pizza you’re after or a Michelin-starred meal. The key is fresh, local ingredients, from speck (cured ham) to cheese and dairy products. A mountain hut is the place to head for a low-key, traditional lunch, and they tend to have the best views of the surrounding mountains.

Walking through a UNESCO heritage site

The Dolomite mountains are no doubt the main attraction of Corvara and Colfosco, and walking through the landscape is why most come to the region. There are so many trails to choose from; The Cascate del Pisciadu walk is roughly 8km, starting in Corvara and ending at a beautiful waterfall. For another non-technical route, take the Boe gondola from Corvara then jump on the Vallon chairlift and before you know it you’ll be enjoying 360 degree views and gentle walking trails in the sunshine.

Whether it’s on an electric, mountain or road bike, you'll be in good company around Corvara

The whole area is crazy about biking - with over 350 routes to choose from. Hire a bike and head out, whether it's cruising along a gentle cycle path in the valley, or jumping on a lift to enjoy the thrill of downhill mountain biking. Keen road bikers should grab an e-bike (yes, you’ll need the battery boost) and ride around the famous Sella Ronda. Though it’s not particularly long - around 65 kilometres - there’s a huge amount of up-and-down (almost 2,000 metres in altitude); it’s a bucket list cycle for good reason!

Why book a summer holiday in Corvara & Colfosco with Inghams?

At Inghams, we do walking holidays differently. With no fixed itinerary, you have more time in your destination and the freedom to walk as much or as little as you like, discovering some of Corvara & Colfosco's best walking routes and activities at your own pace.

With over 85 years of outdoor travel experience, our holiday packages to Corvara & Colfosco include flights, transfers, and accommodation, so you can relax and leave the small details to us. Our experts can help you choose the best holiday for you, and our team in resort can give you the inside scoop on how to spend your time away with us.

Hotel Col Alto in Corvara, as featured in the Daily Express

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The Sporthotel Panorama is in a fantastic position on the mountain side above Corvara. It's just a 15-minute walk from the centre of Corvara and the perfect starting point for walking and cycling trails.

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Hotel Mezd 3316

The Hotel Mezdi has a smart contemporary style and it's surrounded by the towering peaks of the Dolomites. The impressive spa facilities make for a very relaxing stay and it's perfect if you need to recuperate after spending the day out and about exploring the area. You can expect great service and food here too.

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Hotel Col Alto has been welcoming guests for over 70 years and it's one of our most popular hotels in the Dolomites. It's known for its warm hospitality, regional gastronomy and superb spa. It's in the centre of Corvara and a five-minute walk from the main lifts, making some of the most stunning mountain trails in the whole region just a short trip away.

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Pension Angelo's a great choice if you want a simple mountain base for exploring Corvara. It's surrounded by panoramic mountain views and there are some great walks straight from the hotel. 

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Hotel La Plaza Comfort Room

Hotel La Plaza is a comfy hotel located in the centre of Corvara. Immerse yourself in the sublime Dolomite landscape; it's the ideal place to stay if you're looking for beautiful views and varied walking trails. 

Things To Do

Things to see and do in the Corvara & Colfosco

There's two nature parks here, both part of UNESCO World Heritage Sites. The Puez-Geisler and Fanes-Senes-Braies parks provide miles of exploring with great views, wild flowers and geological places of interest. 

Have a day out and head to La Villa, just up the road. Potter round the pretty village and grab a bite to eat and a drink next to Sompunt Lake. On your way back to resort, visit the 16th century Colz Castle. This impressive building has a rich history and makes for a great photo with the Dolomites in the background.  

Food & drink 

You’ll be spoilt for choice when it comes to eating out here. Alta Badia is one of the best regions in the Dolomites for gastronomy and whether you fancy a casual pizza or a Michelin-starred meal, you’ll find it here. Local food is the star of the show in most restaurants so try speck (cured meats) and the local meats and dairy products. We love grabbing lunch in a mountain hut – they have the best views. If you’re celebrating a special occasion then book a table at  La Stüa de Michil in Hotel La Perla – it’s been awarded a Michelin star for its food.

Activities

Walking is one of the main attractions here – there’s so many trails to choose from thanks to the two national parks. We recommend the Cascate del Pisciadu walk. It's about eight kilometres starting in Corvara and out towards the woods before ending at a beautiful waterfall. 

The area is crazy about biking - there's over 350 routes to choose from. Hire a bike and set off. The routes vary in difficulty and if you just want to stick to going down the mountains, jump on a lift and enjoy the decent back down, clocking up the miles as you go.

Other activities in the area range from a game of tennis to a round of golf. If you really want to get the blood pumping, take to the sky and try out a tandem paragliding experience, there's no better way to take in the views.

Good to know

  • Buy a Super Summer Card to enjoy access to over 100 cable cars and chairlifts in the Dolomites area!
  • For sports lovers, the area offers lots of activities such as mountain biking, hiking, via ferrata and climbing
  • After a hike, treat yourself to coffee and cake at one of the popular patisseries, chocolate shops or tea rooms
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