Dolomites are unusually beautiful. You can admire them both at dawn, and on a bright winter day, and at sunset, when an amazing combination of light and shadow turns creamy pink rocks into weightless "clouds".
The Val di Fassa Valley is famous and popular in the world. It is located in the Trentino area. It combines dozens of resorts that are recognized in Europe. Transport connections and track equipment are unrivaled in the Dolomites.
Where is the resort located?
Italians call this resort a "winter dream." And it’s not in vain. Its length in the Dolomites is twenty kilometers at an altitude of 1440 to 2550 meters. It is surrounded by the picturesque massifs of Marmolada, Katinaccio, Sela, Sassolungo. One hundred eighty-five kilometers separate it from Verona, one hundred seventy-five kilometers from Venice, one hundred and sixty from Innsbruck (Austria) .
The lower part of the valley is quite spacious, it stretches from the city of Moena to the north, gradually tapering, from the upper point of Crepa Neigra goes around the mountain range, turns east, and then rises to the Fedaia pass to the foot of the Dolomites. The picturesque rock chain Catinaccio - Rosengarten - rises to the west of the resort. In the north is the Sella mountain group, which is famous for the “ski carousel”. Both sides of the steep slopes are covered with dense coniferous forest.
The resort of Val di Fassa (Italy) has many routes that make it possible for vacationers not to repeat the same path. Each time you can choose a new track and ride in different areas and directions.
All routes of the resort stretch more than 220 kilometers. They are divided into ski areas. Tourists purchasing a special ski pass subscription can ride anywhere and use all the lifts. Today, the ski resort of Val di Fassa, or rather, many of its tracks, are used for training and international competitions of professional athletes. But here, too, beginners feel very comfortable.
Ski areas
Ski lovers from all over the world are well aware of this resort. Canazei and Campitello are famous villages where professionals gather annually, who have long been fond of these places.
There is another famous area for skiing - Tre Valley. It consists of Moena and Falcade, Alpa di Lusia.
Another ski area is between Pozza di Fassa and Pera di Fassa. These routes are usually recommended for beginners. The village of Pozza, in addition, is famous for its Aloch springs, the water of which is rich in minerals and has healing properties.
In the valley, excellent conditions for off-piste lovers are created. The slopes of the resort are quite wide, so you can go to the virgin lands from any place, it will not be difficult to return to one of the lifts. On more serious routes, you will need a guide.
Vacation with children
Children will not have to be bored at this wonderful resort. Separate ski areas have been created here, equipped with special lifts for children. In the valley, children's parks work, in the kids they learn skiing or just walk, play with them. In Canazei, the Tananai Kids Club operates, where teachers work with the kids. Here they learn the basics of skiing.
Campitello awaits future champions in a children's sports school (snowboard, telemark, alpine skiing), where thirty instructors work. It takes kids from four years old. Canazei also has a school (snowboard, carving and telemark, skiing).
How else to spend time?
Val di Fassa is an amazing resort that, in addition to skiing, offers guests a lot of fun. These are open skating rinks, sled tracks, sports complexes. In the evening, in cozy restaurants and bars you can have a good rest with friends or family. To services of tourists - souvenir shops, shops, night clubs.
Today, many combine outdoor activities with sightseeing on the Val di Fassa. Canazei, Bolzano, Trento - cities that are famous for their cultural and historical heritage. They are located near the resort. One of the galleries located in the village (Andrea Soparetta) participates in the Fassano Carnival every year and presents amazing handmade wooden toys on it.
Where to stay?
In the Val di Fassa Valley (Italy) there are several resort villages. Campitello and Canazei are the most popular among tourists. In Campitello, you can settle in one of the excellent 4 * hotels, for example, Park Hotel Club. It has a good wellness center and an indoor pool. You can choose Park Hotel. Last year, I met the first vacationers Grand Chalet Soreghes, which offers guests a spa.
Good standard three-star hotels in Campitello. These are small but very comfortable hotels, which are usually decorated in Tyrolean style. For families traveling with children, it is better to choose apartments or rooms in four-star hotels. The fact is that in 3 * hotels there are rather small rooms.
It should be noted the Hotel La Perla, located in the center of Canazei. Here you will be offered a jacuzzi, hammam, sauna. Canazei has many three-star hotels and apartments. The best hotels in Canazei include Dolomiti 3 *, Astoria 4 * located in the city center and four hundred meters from the ski lifts.
Nutrition
Many 4 * Val di Fassa hotels have excellent bars and restaurants on their territory. These establishments offer traditional South Tyrolean and Ladin cuisine, in all resort towns there are many pizzerias and eateries. Kaiserstube is a restaurant that will delight you with a pleasant atmosphere and delicious dishes. According to tourists, the choice of restaurants and entertainment is better in Canazei. Capello and Olimpic e Tontin make great pizza.
Vacation Reviews
Val di Fassa, according to tourists, is the best place to stay for skiers in Italy. Regardless of whether the person is a professional or a lover of skiing, he will always find a suitable track for himself. Many are very pleased with the availability of pistes for the whole family. Many are attracted by the opportunity to get acquainted with local traditions, to take part in the carnival.
Vacationers are satisfied with a large selection of comfortable hotels and apartments, which are distinguished by excellent service and friendly staff.