Where is Val Gardena?

Val Gardena is a ski resort in Italy.

How high is Val Gardena?

Val Gardena runs from a base elevation of 1,236 m (4,055 ft) to a summit of 2,518 m (8,261 ft), giving a vertical drop of 1,282 m (4,206 ft).

How big is Val Gardena?

Val Gardena has 1,105 acres (447 hectares) of skiable terrain, 188 marked runs and 79 lifts.

Which ski pass covers Val Gardena?

Val Gardena is on the Ikon Pass and Dolomiti Superski. Access terms such as blackout dates and day limits vary by pass tier, so check the pass operator for the current season.

When is ski season at Val Gardena?

Val Gardena typically operates from December to April. Exact opening and closing dates shift each year with snowfall — check the resort's current season dates before booking.

How much snow does Val Gardena get in a typical season?

Val Gardena averages 104 inches / 264 cm of snowfall in a typical season. Any individual season can run well above or below that.

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Val Gardena

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Closed for the season

Season ended April 19, 2026

Conditions data updated Sat, Aug 29, 12:03 PM UTC · informational only

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2026–27 season

Updated: Aug 29, 12:03 PM•Weather at base: 1236m

Overview

Val Gardena is a ski resort in Europe, Italy, currently closed for the season (Season ended April 19, 2026). Conditions last updated 2026-08-29 12:03 UTC.

Resort Guide

Val Gardena is a renowned ski resort located in the Dolomites of northern Italy, offering access to over 175 kilometers of slopes and direct connection to the Dolomiti Superski area. The resort is known for its picturesque alpine villages, extensive network of modern lifts, and a variety of runs suitable for all levels, including the famous Saslong World Cup downhill course. Visitors can enjoy a vibrant après-ski scene, high-quality mountain restaurants, and breathtaking views of the surrounding peaks, making it a standout destination for both skiing and cultural experiences.

Gallery

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Terrain & lifts

Resort-reported stats for Val Gardena

Lifts

Skiable area

1105.3 ac

Longest run

10 km / 6.2 mi

Runs by difficulty(188 total)

Beginner

28% of terrain

Intermediate

111

59% of terrain

Advanced

13% of terrain

Run counts estimated from resort-reported totals and terrain mix.

Lift fleet

Gondola10
Chondola1
Aerial tram2
High-speed 67
High-speed quad15
Quad chair4
Triple chair1
Double chair10
Surface lift27
Funicular2

Resort Info

Summit2518m

Base1236m

Vertical1282m

Lifts79

Runs188

Skiable Area1105.3 acres

Average snowfall104 inches / 264 cm

CountryItaly

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Season dates

Season endedApril 19, 2026

Projected openingDecember 5, 2026

Future dates are operator estimates and may change.

Ski passes

Ikon Pass

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Dolomiti Superski

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Access tiers change by season — confirm benefits on the pass operator's site.

Top Après Ski

Luislkeller – A renowned après-ski bar in Selva di Val Gardena, Luislkeller is celebrated for its energetic atmosphere, live music, and themed parties, making it a favorite gathering spot for skiers to unwind and socialize after a day on the slopes.

Snow Summary

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Snowfall Forecast Maps

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El Niño Outlook · Winter 2026-27

Val Gardena El Niño rank & forecast

Val Gardena ranks #119 of 488 SnowSure resorts — Tier B, +7% in strong El Niño winters.

Tier B — Favored: Modest El Niño upside (+3% to +8% vs normal). Often a solid pick, without the biggest Andes-style swings.

#119 of 488Tier B — Favored

Strong-event signal: +7% vs this resort's 30-yr avg

In the three strongest El Niño winters on record ('97-98, '15-16, '23-24), Val Gardena averaged +7% versus its own 30-year snowfall baseline. The pattern has historically been a friend here. With a record-strength event forecast for winter 2026-27, Val Gardena sits on the favorable side of the ledger. Analog winters: '97-98 -8%, '15-16 -8%, '23-24 +38%. A pattern, not a promise.

'97-98 −8%'15-16 −8%'23-24 +38%

Signal = average snowfall in the three strongest El Niño winters since 1996 ('97-98, '15-16, '23-24) vs this resort's own 30-year ERA5 baseline. n=3 — a lean, not a law. Updated monthly against measured snowfall Dec–Mar.

Full El Niño report →

Key

What the tiers mean

% vs each resort's own 30-year average in strong El Niño winters.

Tier	Signal	Means
A — Prime terrain	≥ +8%	Historically much snowier than normal.
B — Favored	+3% to +8%	Modest upside vs normal.
C — ENSO-proof	about −3% to +3%	Near-normal snowfall — a hedge, not a jackpot or bust.
D — Late bloomer	−3% to −8%	Often lighter early — aim Feb–Mar.
E — Timing play	≤ −8%	Often lighter overall — aim late winter.

Live Conditions

Val Gardena Webcams

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SnowSure™ Forecast Range

Daily Snowfall Forecast by Model

Black line = verified SnowSure™ blend (not a simple average). Weights update weekly from measured snowfall at SNOTEL stations and resort reports.

SnowSure™ blend — verified model weighting

The black line is not a simple average. For Val Gardena (alps), we combine seven global weather models using weights learned from daily forecast verification — comparing each model's prediction to measured snowfall (SNOTEL, resort reports, ERA5).

1.Horizon buckets: days 1–3, 4–7, and 8–14 each get separate weights — short-range skill differs from long-range.
2.Regional calibration: weights come from verified error in this geography (Rockies, Alps, Japan, etc.), recalculated weekly.
3.Ground truth only: we never grade a forecast against another model — only against measured snow.

Building verification history for this resort.

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Hourly Forecast Detail

AM / PM / Night breakdown with wind and freezing level

NWP models refresh up to 4× daily · Last synced Aug 29, 12:03 PM

Hourly Forecast Detail
	Today 14 / 63.9mm			Sun, Aug 30 14 / 44.5mm			Mon, Aug 31 14 / 52.1mm			Tue, Sep 1 13 / 43mm			Wed, Sep 2 12 / 50.9mm			Thu, Sep 3 14 / 4
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Precip (mm)	0.3	0.9	2.7	0.3	3.3	0.9	0	0.9	1.2	0.3	1.5	1.2	0.3	0.6	0	0	0	0
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Wind (km/h)	3	7	3	2	6	2	2	7	2	3	8	2	2	8	2	2	7	2
Gusts (km/h)	15	29	23	12	24	11	14	28	15	14	30	19	17	27	29	25	28	26

14-Day Snow Forecast by Model

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Avalanche

No bulletin for this mountain

No official warning service is mapped for this resort’s country yet (v1 covers the United States, Canada and Switzerland). A bulletin may still be published locally.

SnowSure relays the official avalanche bulletin and does not issue avalanche forecasts. Read the full bulletin at the issuer’s link and make your own terrain decisions. Not a substitute for avalanche education, equipment, or local knowledge.

Season vs Historic

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The last completed season totaled ~104.4 cm. That's 40% below the 5-year average (174 cm). Versus the 30-year baseline: 51% below the 30-year average (214 cm).

Val Gardena Snow History

Average annual snowfall is 262cm with an average of 93 snowfall days per season. The table below shows monthly averages across 30 seasons of archive data (modeled snowpack at mid-elevation).

Average monthly snowfall history
Month	Avg Snowfall	Snowfall Days	Avg Base Depth	Max Base Depth	Biggest Snowfall
November	48cm	11 days	14cm	31cm	15.1cm
December	38.8cm	13 days	38cm	52cm	13.5cm
January	29.9cm	13 days	55cm	68cm	10.5cm
February	31.9cm	12 days	67cm	79cm	8.8cm
March	37.2cm	14 days	67cm	82cm	10.9cm
April	34.6cm	13 days	46cm	70cm	10.4cm
May	15.6cm	7 days	10cm	29cm	6.9cm

Source: SnowSure archive · Open-Meteo ERA5 reanalysis at mid-elevation. Depth is modeled, not resort-reported.

Season at a Glance

Next season(2026-27)

Opens Dec 5, 2026

Multi-season averages will appear once SnowSure has tracked more than one full season.

ENSO seasonal analog

History · not a forecast

In 10 past El Niño winters at Val Gardena, ERA5 season snowfall median was 240 cm (94 in), about 2% above this resort’s long-term median. This is a historical analog from reanalysis — not a prediction of this winter’s storm track.

Prevailing ONI

El Niño

MJJ 2026 · ANOM +1.39°C

Analog season median

240 cm

10 El Niño winters · 2% above median

All-season median

235 cm

Across 30 ERA5 seasons (2026-27)

Phase	Seasons	Median	p25–p75	Recent analogs
El Niñocurrent	10	240 cm	180 cm – 321 cm	2023, 2019, 2018, 2015, 2014, 2009
La Niña	12	235 cm	220 cm – 340 cm	2022, 2021, 2020, 2017, 2011, 2010
ENSO-neutral	8	204 cm	169 cm – 320 cm	2025, 2024, 2016, 2013, 2012, 2003

Season snowfall from Open-Meteo ERA5 reanalysis (~9 km). ENSO phase from NOAA CPC Oceanic Niño Index. Relative phase differences are more trustworthy than absolute cm totals. Source: NOAA CPC Oceanic Niño Index + Open-Meteo ERA5 via SnowSure season archive.

Best Months to Visit

February

Peak Season

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Note: Based on typical ski season patterns for this region.

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Frequently asked questions about Val Gardena

Where is Val Gardena?: Val Gardena is a ski resort in Italy.
How high is Val Gardena?: Val Gardena runs from a base elevation of 1,236 m (4,055 ft) to a summit of 2,518 m (8,261 ft), giving a vertical drop of 1,282 m (4,206 ft).
How big is Val Gardena?: Val Gardena has 1,105 acres (447 hectares) of skiable terrain, 188 marked runs and 79 lifts.
Which ski pass covers Val Gardena?: Val Gardena is on the Ikon Pass and Dolomiti Superski. Access terms such as blackout dates and day limits vary by pass tier, so check the pass operator for the current season.
When is ski season at Val Gardena?: Val Gardena typically operates from December to April. Exact opening and closing dates shift each year with snowfall — check the resort's current season dates before booking.
How much snow does Val Gardena get in a typical season?: Val Gardena averages 104 inches / 264 cm of snowfall in a typical season. Any individual season can run well above or below that.
How will El Niño affect Val Gardena in winter 2026-27?: El Niño Signal Rank: #119 of 488 SnowSure resorts · Tier B · strong-event signal +7% vs its own 30-yr average. In the three strongest El Niño winters on record ('97-98, '15-16, '23-24), Val Gardena averaged +7% versus its own 30-year snowfall baseline. The pattern has historically been a friend here. With a record-strength event forecast for winter 2026-27, Val Gardena sits on the favorable side of the ledger. Analog winters: '97-98 -8%, '15-16 -8%, '23-24 +38%. A pattern, not a promise.

Val Gardena

Overview

Resort Guide

Gallery

Terrain & lifts

Runs by difficulty(188 total)

Lift fleet

Resort Info

Top Après Ski

Snow Summary

Snowfall Forecast Maps

Current Conditions

Val Gardena El Niño rank & forecast

Val Gardena Webcams

Local Reports

Daily Snowfall Forecast by Model

SnowSure™ blend — verified model weighting

Hourly Forecast Detail

14-Day Snow Forecast by Model

10-Day Forecast

No bulletin for this mountain

Season vs Historic

Val Gardena Snow History

Season at a Glance

ENSO seasonal analog

Best Months to Visit

Frequently asked questions about Val Gardena

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