Alta Badia – Where gourmet cuisine meets mountain peaks

The valley for connoisseurs

Alta Badia is much more than just a ski resort – it is a region that combines high alpinism with haute cuisine. Located in the heart of the Dolomites, between the imposing rock faces of the Sella Massif and the Puez-Geisler Group, this Ladin valley preserves its centuries-old culture while offering mountain experiences of the highest standard. Six picturesque villages – Corvara, Colfosco, La Villa, San Cassiano, Badia and La Val – form the heart of this unique region.

🎿 Winter paradise – skiing in a class of its own

Alta Badia is part of the legendary Dolomiti Superski area and offers 130 kilometres of slopes ⛷️ amidst breathtaking mountain scenery. The perfectly groomed slopes and unique panorama make the region one of the most sought-after skiing destinations in the Alps.

Winter highlights in Alta Badia:

• The Sellaronda – the famous ski circuit around the Sella massif, starting from Corvara
  
• The Gran Risa – one of the most challenging World Cup downhill runs, venue for the Ski World Cup giant slalom
  
• 53 modern lifts for convenient access to the slopes
  
• Snow parks 🏂 for freestylers and fun parks for families
  
• Ski tours: classics such as Piz Boè (3,152 m) with spectacular 360° panoramic views
  
• Cross-country skiing: 32 km of groomed trails through snow-covered valleys
  
• Snowshoeing: Guided tours through the Puez-Geisler Nature Park
  
• Horse-drawn sleigh rides: 🐴 Romantic excursions through winter landscapes

☀️ Summer activities – Alpine adventures

In summer, Alta Badia transforms into a hiking paradise with over 400 kilometres of marked trails and spectacular views of the Dolomite giants.

Popular summer activities:

• Hiking: From leisurely alpine walks to challenging summit tours on the Sassongher (2,665 m)
  
• Dolomite high-altitude trails: The Alta Via 1 and Alta Via 2 lead through the most beautiful landscapes
  
• Mountain biking: 🚵‍♀️ Over 800 km of trails, including the famous Sellaronda MTB track
  
• Via ferrata: The Tridentina via ferrata on Piz da Lech or the Pisciadù via ferrata
  
• Climbing: Sport climbing gardens and alpine multi-pitch routes in the Dolomite walls
  
• E-bike tours: Through the Ladin villages with electric assistance
  
• Paragliding: 🪂 Tandem flights from Piz La Ila with a bird's eye view of the Dolomites
  
• Via Ferrata: Historic war trails from the First World War

🍽️ Gourmet paradise – Michelin-starred cuisine on the slopes

Alta Badia is unique in the world: nowhere else will you find so many gourmet restaurants and Michelin stars in such a small area. The region has established itself as the culinary centre of the Alps.

Culinary highlights 👩‍🍳

• 5 Michelin-starred restaurants in the valley – the highest concentration in the Alps
  
• Gourmet ski safari: Enjoy Michelin-starred cuisine right on the slopes in winter
  
• Restaurant St. Hubertus (3 Michelin stars) at the Hotel Rosa Alpina
  
• Restaurant La Siriola (2 Michelin stars) at the Hotel Ciasa Salares
  
• Traditional mountain restaurants with Ladin cuisine and homemade specialities
  
• Casunziei – stuffed pasta pockets, the Ladin speciality par excellence
  
• Cheese trail: 🧀 Visit local cheese dairies and enjoy tastings
  
• Wine tastings: South Tyrolean wines in cosy parlours

🏛️ Ladin culture – a living tradition

Alta Badia is the heartland of the Ladin people, an ancient Rhaeto-Romanic ethnic group. The Ladin language, culture and traditions are proudly practised and preserved here.

Cultural features:

• Ladin is spoken as an everyday language and is an official language
  
• The Ladin Museum 🏛️ in San Martino in Badia showcases the history and culture of the Ladins
  
• Traditional Ladin architecture with characteristic wooden houses and Frescalat
  
• Folk music and Ladin choirs at village festivals
  
• The Maratona dles Dolomites – legendary cycle race with over 9,000 participants
  
• Arts and crafts and wood carving in local workshops
  
• Traditional festivals such as the 🎭 carnival with historical masks

🌄 Natural beauty & sights

Its location in the heart of the Dolomites makes Alta Badia a geological and scenic highlight.

Natural highlights 🏞️

• The Puez-Geisler Nature Park with its unique flora and fauna
  
• The Fanes-Sennes-Prags Nature Park – home to Ladin legends
  
• The Sella Group – a massive mountain plateau and the centre of the Sellaronda
  
• The Sassongher – Corvara's local mountain with a 360° panorama
  
• The Armentara Meadows – one of the most beautiful alpine pastures in the Dolomites
  
• The Lech da Crespëina – idyllic mountain lake at the foot of the Sassongher
  
• Geisler Group with the striking Geisler peaks in the background

🏨 Accommodation – Alpine hospitality deluxe

Alta Badia is renowned for its first-class accommodation and warm Ladin hospitality.

Accommodation options:

• Luxury hotels: 5-star establishments such as the Rosa Alpina or Hotel La Perla with gourmet restaurants
  
• Wellness hotels: Alpine spa oases with panoramic pools and views of the Dolomites
  
• Garni & guesthouses: Family-run accommodation with personal service
  
• Mountain huts & rifugios: Rustic shelters for hikers and mountaineers
  
• Apartments: Self-catering accommodation in traditional Ladin houses
  
• Agriturismo: Farms offering regional products and authentic country life

📅 Special events

Alta Badia is also the venue for spectacular sporting events and cultural events.

Annual highlights:

• FIS Ski World Cup in December – giant slalom on the Gran Risa
  
• Maratona dles Dolomites in July – one of the largest cycling marathons in Europe
  
• Gourmet Ski Safari in winter – culinary tours on skis
  
• Alta Badia Classic Car Rally – historic vehicles in a spectacular setting
  
• Traditional Almabtriebe in September with festively decorated cows

✨ Your Alta Badia experience

Whether you're skiing on the Sellaronda, dining in Michelin-starred restaurants, discovering Ladin culture or experiencing the Dolomites on high-altitude hikes – ⛰️ Alta Badia combines sporting excellence with culinary delights and authentic mountain culture. Here you can experience the Alps in their most refined form.