Badia:
the magic of snow, nature and more!
Badia is a small village in the heart of Val Badia. This jewel of the Dolomites together with its hamlets, San Leonardo and Pedraces, is a place to be discovered.
It is located at an altitude of 1315 meters above sea level, at the foot of the Natural Park Puez Odle and with the slopes close by.
You will find yourself surrounded by wild and spectacular landscapes that will make your holiday unforgettable in any season: the most beautiful peaks of the Dolomites, green pasture, crystal lakes and streams, incredible views and much more. Thanks to the hotels in PedracesBadia, you can live the true Ladin spirit with its traditions, its culture and its gastronomy.
Badia:
the town where you can experience winter between sport, wellness and nature
Badia is tinged with white in winter, attracting tourists from all corners of the world. It has established itself over time as an ideal place for skiing, given its location.
The usually uncrowded slopes allow all skiers to give their best. The 5 ski lifts will allow you to reach Sasso Santa Croce in no time. Here, ski slopes of various levels and difficulty await you, making Badia a popular destination for all types of skiers.
If, on the other hand, you want to experience more difficult and longer slopes, you can easily reach the 130 km of ski slopes of the entire Alta Badia ski resort from Badia.
Ice-skating lovers will find the nearby Sompunt Lake. During the colder seasons, it transforms into an ice rink and you will find yourself immersed in a truly suggestive setting.
Badia:
summer among paths, nature and fun
Summer in the municipality of Badia is characterised by a cool climate, green meadows and the Dolomites are tinged with pink by the natural phenomenon of Alpenglow.
Lake Lech da Sompunt, which in winter is a favourite destination for skating enthusiasts, in summer turns into a magical place where you can appreciate the silence and beauty of a day in the midst of nature and animals.
The Paraciora Deer Park awaits you in Badia. In this 7-hectare area you can roe deer, see red deer, fawns and many other majestic animals. It is the ideal place to find your balance and relax.
In the Puez Odle Natural Park, on the other hand, at an average altitude of 2500 metres, more than 10,000 hectares of nature, animals and flowers of all kinds await you.
There are more than 400 km of trails, including high-altitude walks, summit climbs and mountain bike tours: a true paradise for those who love active holidays and hiking.
Badia:
what to see?
During a holiday in Badia, the little church of Santa Croce, located directly on the slopes,is definitely worth a visit. On the way to the sanctuary, there are numerous mountain huts and refuges where one can stop and rest, enjoying delicacies in a mix of Ladin, German and Italian flavours and traditions.
As proof of the love for Ladin culture and traditions, numerous events punctuate the village calendar. From sporting competitions to Christmas markets, all the way to the Slitada da Paur, a typical parade with horse-drawn sleighs and riders in Tyrolean dress that takes place at the beginning of March. You can follow the procession on a route through the alpine pastures of Val Badia.
Also worth mentioning is the Lalung Lake, loved by young and old alike. This small lake lies in the middle of nature, surrounded by the imposing Dolomite peaks, and is a popular destination for those who want to relax and spend a day in the green.
Discover the unique views of Badia!
