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Val Gardena Resort Guide
Projected to open December 5, 2026
Best months to book: March, February, January · last season + 30-yr record
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Projected to open Dec 5 — closed April 19
Weather data is still collected for informational purposes.
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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.
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Terrain & lifts
Resort-reported stats for Val Gardena
Lifts
79
Longest run
10 km / 6.2 mi
Lift fleet
- Gondola10
- Chondola1
- Aerial tram2
- High-speed 67
- High-speed quad15
- Quad chair4
- Triple chair1
- Double chair10
- Surface lift27
- Funicular2
Resort Info
Season dates
Future dates are operator estimates and may change.
Ski passes
Dolomiti Superski
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.
Season vs Historic
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This Season to Date
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Off-season · 173cm full-season avg
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Off-season · 213cm full-season avg
173cm
5-Yr Avg by Now
The last completed season totaled ~103.8 cm. That's 40% below the 5-year average (173 cm). Versus the 30-year baseline: 51% below the 30-year average (213 cm).
Val Gardena Season Snowfall
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Val Gardena Snow History
Average annual snowfall is 262cm with an average of 47 snowfall days per season. The table below shows monthly averages across 30 seasons of archive data (modeled snowpack at mid-elevation).
| Month | Avg Snowfall | Snowfall Days | Avg Base Depth | Max Base Depth | Biggest Snowfall |
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| November | 48cm | 6 days | 14cm | 31cm | 15cm |
| December | 39cm | 7 days | 38cm | 52cm | 14cm |
| January | 30cm | 6 days | 55cm | 68cm | 11cm |
| February | 32cm | 7 days | 67cm | 79cm | 9cm |
| March | 37cm | 7 days | 67cm | 82cm | 11cm |
| April | 35cm | 7 days | 46cm | 70cm | 10cm |
| May | 16cm | 4 days | 10cm | 29cm | 7cm |
Source: SnowSure archive · Open-Meteo ERA5 reanalysis at mid-elevation. Depth is modeled, not resort-reported.
SnowSure Score by Month
Season 2025-26
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No full season on record
56 days scored, from 22 Feb
38
Best Day
22 Feb
0
Excellent+ Days
Scored 50 or above
2
Powder Days
6cm+ fresh snow
Highest-scoring days
February 2026
- 3822 Feb4cm
- 2923 Feb
- 2524 Feb
March 2026
- 3715 Mar8cm
- 3722 Mar6cm
- 3423 Mar
April 2026
- 281 Apr
- 212 Apr
- 209 Apr
March scored highest for Val Gardena in 2025-26. Based on 56 days the resort was verified open. One season of scores describes what happened, not what to expect.
Season at a Glance
Next season(2026-27)
Opens Dec 5, 2026
Through Apr 19, 2027
Multi-season averages will appear once SnowSure has tracked more than one full season.
Best Months to Visit
February
Peak Season
January
Peak Season
March
Good
December
Good
Note: Based on typical ski season patterns for this region.
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 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.
