Alta Badia

Alta Badia lies in the stunning Dolomites and is part of the mighty Sella Ronda ski circuit.

weather Forecast today: Generally clear

Max temp: 5.5 °c
Min temp: -0.8 °c
Last snowed: Sat 14 Dec

Last Updated: Wed 18 Dec

weather Forecast today: Generally clear

Max temp: 5.5 °c
Min temp: -0.8 °c
Last snowed: Sat 14 Dec

Last Updated: Wed 18 Dec

54%Beginner

40%Intermediate

6%Advanced

It is actually a collection of six villages, each are different but all are home to exceptional food.

All of the villages that make up Alta Badia (except La Val) are directly linked to the Sella Ronda circuit, one of the Alps’ best intermediate playgrounds. Corvara and Colfosco are best placed to access the vast network of slopes, but with this comes bigger crowds – base yourself down in Badia for quiet local slopes and a relaxed holiday. Challenges for advanced and expert skiers and boarders are few and far between in this region, but the tough run back down to the valley – host each winter to one of the toughest Giant Slalom races on the World Cup calendar – more than deserves its black status.

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Pros and cons

Access to some of the world’s best intermediate terrain around the Sella Ronda Massif
Reliable snow thanks to extensive snowmaking
Incredible food both on the slopes and also in the resort towns

Badia is just off the main circuit so getting there requires a few lift rides
Few challenges for advanced skiers and riders
Lots of the runs are short, with limited vertical

On the Slopes

Although each village is different, most have an old core and have been tastefully expanded – there are no large blocks here. The scenery is spectacular throughout and the food here is arguably some of the best in any ski region worldwide – the Alta Badia valley has no fewer than six Michelin Stars, more than some of the largest world cities combined.

Each of the main villages are home to some decent low-level beginner zones, but the real highlight is the vast selection of gentle blues located above Corvara.

On the whole the vertical may not be huge but there are so many runs to explore and if you ski all the way back down to the valley (look out in particular for piste 9A above San Cassiano) you’ll clock up more mileage.

Adventurous intermediates and up should make the most of the Sella Ronda ski area and take on the famous route via Selva Gardena, Arabba and Canazei.

Unfortunately, the abrupt geology of the Dolomites limits the available off piste, whilst on piste challenges are limited – but there are numerous terrain parks and Alta Badia’s World Cup run (piste 17) is tough. The entire area is very easy to navigate due to the efficient lift system.

In the Resort

Each of the six villages offers something different, but for maximum convenience and best access into the ski area we’d recommend either Corvara or La Villa. The latter is somewhat smaller and quieter, but there is a decent choice of accommodation and prices are very reasonable. Corvara is bigger and busier, so go there if you’re looking for a more lively après ski scene.

As mentioned, food is a major attraction away from the slopes – indeed many people visiting Alta Badia won’t even click into a pair of skis. The St. Hubertus hotel in San Cassiano is one of only ten three Michelin star restaurants in Italy – spend the money you save on a holiday by coming here on a meal at one of the world’s best restaurants.

Getting to Alta Badia

There are two main airport options, Venice and Verona, both of which are between two and three hours drive away from the resort.

Venice airport: 2.5 hour (driving)
Verona airport: 2.5 hours (driving)

Season Dates

Open: Thursday 5 December 2024
Closes: Sunday 6 April 202

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Green Credentials

Ski Club Recognised: Environmentally Sustainable Resort

The Ski Club uses third party independent assessments and accreditation of ski resorts to determine a resort “environmentally sustainable” – more information can be found here.

Alta Badia has received certification from the Global Sustainability Tourism Council (GSTC) as a sustainable tourist destination, requiring the a destination to meet criteria across four areas, including sustainable management, socio-economic sustainability, cultural sustainability, and environmental sustainability.

The GSTC is a UN-affiliated body dedicated to enabling sustainable tourism around the world. GSTC certification is controlled by Vireo, an Italian for-profit certification and licencing organisation that manages several similar schemes. Alta Badia was awarded its certificate in 2022, which expires in 2025.

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Alta Badia Piste Map

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Min temp	-1.5°c	-2.4°c	-3.2°c	-4.5°c	-5.5°c	-6.9°c	-11.2°c	-12.5°c	-13.8°c	-13.3°c	-11.2°c	-11.2°c	-8.3°c	-9.1°c	-12.1°c	-12.7°c	-12.1°c	-11.8°c	-11.4°c	-12°c	-11.6°c	-6.4°c	-4.3°c	-4.5°c	-3.2°c	-4.4°c	-4.4°c	-4.4°c	-4.9°c	-5°c
Feels like temp	-1.5°c	1°c	-2.4°c	-4.4°c	-7.8°c	-5.1°c	-18.4°c	-19.7°c	-20.8°c	-19°c	-8.3°c	-11.2°c	-8.3°c	-6.8°c	-14.2°c	-19.2°c	-17.8°c	-19°c	-19.1°c	-18.6°c	-19.7°c	-12.8°c	-9.1°c	-9.6°c	-7.4°c	-3.9°c	-8.3°c	-4.4°c	-0.8°c	-4.9°c

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Max temp	1.2°c	1.2°c	-2.4°c
Min temp	-1.5°c	-2.4°c	-3.2°c
Feels like temp	-1.5°c	1°c	-2.4°c

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Snow expected	0 cm	0.3 cm	7.9 cm
Max temp	-3.9°c	-3.9°c	-4.4°c
Min temp	-4.5°c	-5.5°c	-6.9°c
Feels like temp	-4.4°c	-7.8°c	-5.1°c

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Snow expected	0.4 cm	0 cm	0 cm
Max temp	-9.9°c	-11.2°c	-12.5°c
Min temp	-11.2°c	-12.5°c	-13.8°c
Feels like temp	-18.4°c	-19.7°c	-20.8°c

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Max temp	-8.3°c	-8.3°c	-9.1°c
Min temp	-13.3°c	-11.2°c	-11.2°c
Feels like temp	-19°c	-8.3°c	-11.2°c

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Snow expected	2.1 cm	2.5 cm	1.3 cm
Max temp	-6.7°c	-6.8°c	-9.1°c
Min temp	-8.3°c	-9.1°c	-12.1°c
Feels like temp	-8.3°c	-6.8°c	-14.2°c

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Snow expected	0.7 cm	1.8 cm	2 cm
Max temp	-11.4°c	-11.4°c	-11.2°c
Min temp	-12.7°c	-12.1°c	-11.8°c
Feels like temp	-19.2°c	-17.8°c	-19°c

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Max temp	-10.6°c	-10.9°c	-9.8°c
Min temp	-11.4°c	-12°c	-11.6°c
Feels like temp	-19.1°c	-18.6°c	-19.7°c

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Snow expected	1.3 cm	1.1 cm	0 cm
Max temp	-3.6°c	-3.6°c	-3.4°c
Min temp	-6.4°c	-4.3°c	-4.5°c
Feels like temp	-12.8°c	-9.1°c	-9.6°c

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Max temp	-0.9°c	-0.9°c	-4.1°c
Min temp	-3.2°c	-4.4°c	-4.4°c
Feels like temp	-7.4°c	-3.9°c	-8.3°c

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Max temp	-0.8°c	-0.8°c	-4.6°c
Min temp	-4.4°c	-4.9°c	-5°c
Feels like temp	-4.4°c	-0.8°c	-4.9°c

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Min temp	-0.8°c	1.5°c	0°c	-1.5°c	0.5°c	0.3°c	-3.5°c	-6°c	-8.6°c	-9°c	-5.8°c	-6.1°c	-6.1°c	-4.4°c	-7.1°c	-8.6°c	-6°c	-6.1°c	-5.4°c	-5.8°c	-6.4°c	-3.4°c	0.6°c	-0.4°c	-0.2°c	0.6°c	-1.1°c	-1.7°c	-0.2°c	-1.8°c
Feels like temp	-0.8°c	5°c	1.3°c	-1.5°c	1.8°c	0.5°c	-6.8°c	-6.7°c	-10°c	-9°c	-1.2°c	-5.8°c	-6.1°c	-0.9°c	-4.4°c	-8.6°c	-6.7°c	-9.7°c	-9.4°c	-6.3°c	-9.6°c	-6.7°c	1.1°c	-2°c	-0.2°c	5.1°c	0.5°c	-1.7°c	4.5°c	-0.2°c

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Min temp	-0.8°c	1.5°c	0°c
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Snow expected	0 cm	0.3 cm	4.7 cm
Max temp	2°c	2°c	0.5°c
Min temp	-1.5°c	0.5°c	0.3°c
Feels like temp	-1.5°c	1.8°c	0.5°c

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Max temp	-2.1°c	-2.1°c	-6°c
Min temp	-3.5°c	-6°c	-8.6°c
Feels like temp	-6.8°c	-6.7°c	-10°c

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Max temp	-1.2°c	-1.2°c	-5.8°c
Min temp	-9°c	-5.8°c	-6.1°c
Feels like temp	-9°c	-1.2°c	-5.8°c

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Snow expected	0.2 cm	2.3 cm	1.3 cm
Max temp	-0.9°c	-0.9°c	-4.4°c
Min temp	-6.1°c	-4.4°c	-7.1°c
Feels like temp	-6.1°c	-0.9°c	-4.4°c

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Snow expected	0.3 cm	0.6 cm	0.5 cm
Max temp	-3.1°c	-3.1°c	-5.9°c
Min temp	-8.6°c	-6°c	-6.1°c
Feels like temp	-8.6°c	-6.7°c	-9.7°c

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Snow expected	0.7 cm	0 cm	0 cm
Max temp	-2°c	-2°c	-5.8°c
Min temp	-5.4°c	-5.8°c	-6.4°c
Feels like temp	-9.4°c	-6.3°c	-9.6°c

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Snow expected	0.3 cm	0.1 cm	0 cm
Max temp	3.2°c	3.4°c	0.6°c
Min temp	-3.4°c	0.6°c	-0.4°c
Feels like temp	-6.7°c	1.1°c	-2°c

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Max temp	5.6°c	5.6°c	0.6°c
Min temp	-0.2°c	0.6°c	-1.1°c
Feels like temp	-0.2°c	5.1°c	0.5°c

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Max temp	5°c	5°c	-0.2°c
Min temp	-1.7°c	-0.2°c	-1.8°c
Feels like temp	-1.7°c	4.5°c	-0.2°c

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Resort Conditions

Snowfall	Last Snowfall	14/12/2024
Snowfall	Next 3 days	11.5 cm
Depths	Upper piste depth	20 cm
Depths	Lower piste depth	20 cm
Snow conditions	Snow quality	Artificial snow
Lifts	Lifts open	45 out of 53
	Resort opening date	Thu 05 Dec 2024
	Resort closing date	Sun 06 Apr 2025

Snow Overview

Italy

Updated 17/12

A decidedly mixed week is in store across Italy through the end of this week and through the weekend. Things will start mild across the region, with positive temperatures expected at 2,000m. High pressure will bring fine, dry and bright conditions to southwesterley reaches, whilst other areas will retain a mix of cloud and sun.

A large, dense area of low pressure will move in over Ireland, the UK and Northern Europe, bringing snow to many areas on Thursday. Snow will fall from Thursday morning onwards, initially across higher ground but reaching lower slopes as the freezing line plummets; -10°C can be expect across the Italian Alps on Friday.

The best snowfall will fall across higher ground such as the Aosta Valley, with about 15cm down over Thursday and into Friday. Elsewhere, higher slopes of Piemonte and the Dolomites will see a few useful centimetres to keep things fresh. High pressure returns across the region on Saturday, with fine, dry and bright conditions dominating – temperatures will gradually lift as the freezing line climbs over the course of the weekend. Sunday will once again bring more cloud, a possible harbinger of more unsettled and snowy conditions moving in for Christmas week.

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