Not 100% of them operate in the offseason but the maps available at hotels are pretty specific. Ski lifts, cable cars, furniculars are everywhere. We visited in early September because our goal was hiking in the area around Ortisei. The views will stun, the refuges satisfy, the mountains inspire. Where not connected by lift or piste there is an excellent ski bus service throughout the area. You can expect occasional queues especially on the Sellaronda but it’s a small price to pay for some fabulous skiing. For the competitive try the Sellaronda both ways at one go.

If doing the Sellaronda anti-clockwise take the block from the top of the Dantercepeis it’s quieter and easier than the red when it gets chopped up in the afternoons. Thrill seekers will have to seek out the black which are great. Not difficult but very beautiful and seems to go on and on. Do not miss the 10.5km run from Secada into Ortisei. If reds are your thing you won’t know what to do with yourself but pick a few of the Great 8 runs which include several World Cup runs. There is a huge network of blue runs above Corvara accessed via the Sellaronda. Try the blues runs at Alpe di Suise with a stunning backdrop. There are Cruisey Blues for family days out. There are easily accessible nursery slopes for the newbies in every town and village in the area. There really is something for everyone here.

We stayed in Selva as a base for a weeks skiing in Val Gardena, the Sellaronda and beyond.

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