La Val/Wengen (Alta Badia)

Welcome to La Val/Wengen

La Val, also known as Wengen, is a Ladin village in Alta Badia, South Tyrol, which is proudly certified as a ‘European Hiking Village’. Immerse yourself in a hiking paradise: vast Armentara meadows, charming villages in the Fanes-Sennes-Prags Nature Park and countless trails that combine nature and freedom.
In addition to the outdoor experience, La Val delights with Ladin culture: artistic crafts, the tranquil Santa Barbara Church and historical structures such as the cemetery chapel tell authentic stories of a unique region.

La Val – The ideal starting point for nature lovers and hikers

La Val is the perfect starting point for countless hikes in the Fanes-Sennes-Prags Nature Park and the <Puez-Geisler Mountains. From here, you can reach the unspoilt Antersasc Valley or the Ritjoch biotope, among other places. The secluded Chapel of St. Barbara on the ‘Memento Vivere’ meditation trail is also a popular destination – ideal for moments of peace and inspiration.

In winter, the region attracts winter sports enthusiasts: the nearby ski resorts of Kronplatz, Alta Badia and the entrance to the Sellaronda – the spectacular circumnavigation of the Sella massif on skis. Ice skating and leisurely carriage rides through the snow-covered landscape round off the winter experience.

La Val – European Hiking Village

La Val, Italy's first European Hiking Village, combines the joy of hiking with a deeply rooted Ladin culture. Here, you can feel history in every corner: the traditional viles (hamlets), the characteristic architecture and lively customs that reflect the soul of the region.

Sights and cultural highlights:

• Church of Santa Barbara: spirituality and architectural clarity in the village centre.
  
• Cemetery chapel: a silent witness to regional history and art.
  
• Rectory with Baroque frescoes: a repository of history that tells of times gone by.