Holidays in Selva

This circular walk takes you from the meeting point at the church square in Selva all the way to Monte Pana. On the walk you can hike up Mont Sëura to make the walk challenging but you'll have the option to take a chairlift up if you prefer. If you choose to walk up, it's a bit of a climb, but you'll be rewarded with fantastic views at the top. To end the walk you'll head over to Pozzamanigoni and then back to Selva.

• Grade: Moderate-Challenging (a decent fitness level and sure-footedness is required)
• Distance: approx. 13.5km
• Duration: Full day (walking time approx. 4-5 hours)
• Ascent/descent: 543m
• Terrain: A variety including gravelly paths and grassy terrain with some ascents and descents
• Useful information: You'll stop at one of the mountain refugi where you can pay for lunch locally and there will be a few more huts along the walk if you need a break. There's a chairlift from Selva to Monte Pana (optional and payable locally, approx. €15 per person). There will be the opportunity to shorten or lengthen the walk, depending on the group.

For summer 2025, this walk will run on the following Fridays: 13 Jun, 27 Jun, 11 Jul, 25 Jul, 8 Aug, 22 Aug, 5 Sep, 19 Sep.
For summer 2026, this walk will run on the followingFridays: 12 Jun, 26 Jun, 10 Jul, 24 Jul, 7 Aug, 21 Aug, 4 Sep, 18 Sep

Starting at the church square you'll head up on the famous Ciampinoi cable car (payable locally) and begin the walk through the Cittá dei Sassi (rock city). The walk will pass along the Passo Sella to Plan de Gralba and is part of the very popular Sassolungo route. If you'd like to, you'll have the option to hop on the unique Sassolungo gondola to the Sassolungo-Forcella and visit a popular mountain hut for a spot of lunch. This is an amazing place surrounded by a rocky landscape. On the way back you can either take the bus back to Selva from the Passo Sella or Plan de Gralba or you can walk back to Selva.

• Grade: Easy-Moderate (a decent fitness level and sure-footedness is required)
• Distance: 7.4km-11.9km
• Duration: Full day (walking time approx. 4 hours)
• Ascent/descent: 170m (ascent) & 875m (descent)
• Terrain: A variety including well-kept mountain paths, hilly terrain and rocky paths with some ascents and descents (there may be some loose terrain)
• Useful information: You'll stop at one of the mountain huts along the way where you can pay for lunch locally. There are a few huts on the route where you can stop for breaks if needed. During the walk you'll take the Ciampinoi cable car (payable locally, approx. €18 one way, per person). You'll also have the option to take the Sassolungo cable car (payable locally, approx. €28 per person return). There will be the opportunity to shorten or lengthen the walk, depending on the group.

For summer 25, this walk will run on the following Mondays: 16 Jun, 30 Jun, 14 Jul, 28 Jul, 11 Aug, 25 Aug, 8 Sep, 22 Sep.
For summer 26, this walk will run on the following Mondays: 15 Jun, 29 Jun, 13 Jul, 27 Jul, 10 Aug, 24 Aug, 7 Sep, 21 Sep.

This walk takes you through the stunning Puez Odle Natural Park which is a protected area. During the walk you'll also have the option to take the ascent up to the Mastlé-Santa Cristina Panoramic Balcony which is part of the Dolomites UNESCO World Heritage Site. This ascent is quite steep, however, it'll all be worth it when you see the breath-taking views of the surrounding Dolomite peaks and Val Gardena. From the balcony you'll also be able to see the Pieralongia - a famous natural rock needle jutting out of the ground. On the return you'll stop in a popular rifugio for a bite of local mountain food or a refreshing drink.

• Grade: Easy-Moderate (a good fitness level and sure-footedness is required)
• Distance: 8-12km (depends on optional extension; returning to Selva on foot for the last leg of the walk, instead of taking the Col Raiser Cable Car)
• Duration: Full day (walking time approx. 5 hours 30 minutes)
• Ascent/descent: 400m
• Terrain: A variety including loose gravel paths, rocky paths, meadows and curated mountain paths with some ascents and descents (there may be some loose terrain)
• Useful information: You'll stop at one of the mountain huts along the way where you can pay for lunch locally. There are a few huts on the route where you can stop for breaks if needed. During the walk you'll take the Col Raiser cable car up (payable locally, approx. €19 one way). You'll take a public bus back to Selva at the end of the walk (free with the Val Gardena Mobil Card). There will be the opportunity to shorten or lengthen the walk, depending on the group.

For summer 2025, this walk will run on the following Mondays: 9 Jun, 23 Jun, 7 Jul, 21 Jul, 4 Aug, 18 Aug, 1 Sep, 15 Sep.
For summer 2026, this walk will run on the following Mondays: 8 Jun, 22 Jun, 6 Jul, 20 Jul, 3 Aug, 17 Aug, 30 Aug, 14 Sep.

This circular walk is a chance to explore the largest and highest Alpine pasture in Europe, the Seiser Alm where you'll enjoy fantastic panoramic views of the surrounding mountains. You'll start in Ortisei and take the cable car up to the Alpe di Siusi. You'll then walk in the direction of the hamlet of Kompatsch and a mountain hut where you can have a drink and some delicious local food (payable locally), before heading back to finish the walk.

• Grade: Moderate-Challenging (a good fitness level and sure-footedness is required)
• Distance: 10-14km
• Duration: Full day (walking time approx. 5-6 hours)
  Ascent/Descent: 590m (descent)
• Terrain: Rocky paths, loose gravel, meadows, curated mountain paths, walking paths, ascents and descents
• Useful information: During the walk you'll take the Seiser Alm gondola (payable locally, approx. €28 per person, return. You'll stop at the Tirler hut for some lunch along the way (payable locally) or you'll have the option to have a packed lunch outside in the open air. On your return, you'll take the Sole chairlift to the Alpe di siusi (payable locally, approx. €10 per person). There will be the opportunity to shorten or lengthen the walk, depending on the group. 

For summer 2025, this walk will run on the following Fridays: 20 Jun, 4 Jul, 18 Jul, 1 Aug, 15 Aug, 29 Aug, 12 Sep, 26 Sep.
For summer 2026, this walk will run on the following Fridays: 19 Jun, 3 Jul, 17 Jul, 31 Jul, 14 Aug, 28 Aug, 11 Sep, 25 Sep.

The Val Gardena Railway Trail is a pleasant path which leads you on a 3.5km walk from Santa Cristina to Ortisei. This comfortable walk features panoramic views and several information boards with historical pictures explaining the fascinating history of the Val Gardena Railway.

• Grade: Easy
• Distance: 3.5km
• Walking time: 1 hour

You'll feel on top of the world at the summit of Pic Mountain, where you'll get 360 degree views of the valley below. Take the cable car from Santa Cristina and hike along to Sëurasas, one of the most scenic look outs in Val Gardena, and the summit of Mount Pic for uninterrupted, 360 degree views of the the Dolomite mountain ranges.

• Grade: Moderate-Challenging
• Distance: 6.5km
• Walking time: 2 hours

The Vallunga Valley is the entrance to the Puez-Odle nature park, and it offers a fairly relaxed walk through wooded areas and wide open meadows, cradled within the towering Dolomites mountains. It’s a picturesque route and, though it requires some effort, it’s perfect for exploring the area when you want a less challenging walking day.

• Grade: Easy
• Distance: 7.5km
• Walking time: 2 hours

Get involved with as many activities as you want with the Val Gardena active programme. They include guided walks, Nordic walking tasters, food & wine experiences, climbing, biking and lots more. Activities are either free or discounted when you stay at affiliated hotels.

Affiliated hotels include: Hotel Rodella, Hotel Aaritz, Hotel Mignon, Hotel Somont, Hotel Stella, Hotel Miravalle

If you want an adventure- why not try out Via Ferrata on your holiday? The area has a variety difficulty levels available. If this is something you're interested in, we'd recommend booking a guide as they will take you on a Via Ferrata suited to your level.

There's no shortage of mountain fun in Selva. With over five adventure playgrounds to choose from with an endless amount of fun equipment for children to play on. Take to the 10 metre long slide at the Pranives Children’s Playground, or take a pit stop at the Val D’Anna Playground set amongst a walking path where children can burn their energy on the playhouse and climbing equipment whilst taking in those glorious mountain views.

If you fancy an adventure with some height, then head to the Col de Flam Adventure Park with a roof top rope adventures for children of all ages. The Mar Dolomit is also an activity not to be missed, offering an outdoor pool, and 4 indoors pools which include a children’s and baby pool too – plus there is a children’s slide too!