Corvara in Alta Badia:
emotions in the heart of the Dolomites
Corvara in Badia is located 1568 metres above sea level, nestled in the unique valley of Alta Badia with the Sassongher massif as a backdrop.
The village of Corvara, Kurfar in the Ladin language, has a long tradition of tourism. In the middle of the 17th century, a few young people started accompanying the first hikers to the surrounding peaks; even today, millions of tourists are enchanted every year by its unique natural landscape.
Thanks to its strategic position, you can cross meadows and forests in the midst of breathtaking Dolomite landscape, turning hiking into a truly extraordinary experience.
Its Ladin traditions will also make you appreciate the peace and friendliness typical of mountain villages.
Corvara in Badia offers a variety of activities to discover both in summer and winter.
Winter magic in Alta Badia
The white dame and snow-covered landscapes frame the entire winter season. Corvara is equipped with a network of modern lifts that will get you to the slopes in no time.
The 130 km long ski slopes offer various levels of difficulty, making it a popular destination for skiers of all ages and experience levels.
The red and blue ski slopes are a joy for the more sedate skier. For beginners, ski schools offer courses of various levels; while professional skiers can try more challenging slopes such as Col Alto and Vallon - Boè, but also access the ‘Sellaronda’ and ‘Great War Ski Tour’, two of the most beautiful ski itineraries in the Dolomites.
The possibility of long walks in the snow makes Corvara the perfect location for a relaxing holiday. The route along the Gadera torrent, for example, allows you to cross snow-covered meadows and woods until you reach the Pisciadù waterfalls, where you can admire the evocative icefalls.
The unspoilt nature and tranquillity surrounding Corvara provide all the prerequisites for a wellness holiday. The wide range of hotels in Corvara also offers visitors wellness packages for a relaxing holiday.
Let yourself be surprised by the incredible snow-covered landscape of Corvara in Alta Badia.
Summer in Corvara:
nature, relaxing and wellbeing
Summer in Corvara begins around May, when the snow melts, giving way to unspoiled nature ready to be explored.
The gentle climate at this time of year makes hiking in the surrounding mountains a pleasure. The modern lifts are also available in summer , making it easy to reach the highest peaks, from where tourists set off on mountain bike tours or hikes, enjoying the extraordinary panorama of the entire Badia Valley.
Corvara offers the possibility of excursions of varying difficulty and length. Thanks to the wide range of adventure parks, high-altitude parks and the biotope lake, fun is guaranteed for everyone.
The municipality of Corvara offers a wide range of leisure and sports activities and infrastructures, such as golf, tennis and indoor ice skating.
Holidays in Corvara:
a hamlet waiting to be discovered
A holiday in Corvara is not only synonymous with walks and picturesque views. This small mountain village is in fact also the cradle of Ladin culture and traditions.
In the streets of Corvara's town centre, you can breathe in Ladin folklore and festivals. You may come across a wedding procession, typical markets, historical parades or concerts given by the village band, which will immerse you in the daily life and traditions of a community more than 300 years old.
In the village restaurants, the flavours of Ladin cuisine mingle with those of Italian and German recipes, creating a combination that is hard to resist. You will therefore have the opportunity to get to know the rituals and recipes that have been handed down from generation to generation; it will be like taking a journey through the culinary culture of Corvara.
Corvara is not only this, it is a town rich in monuments and museums, such as the Gothic St Catherine's Church, dating back to 1347.
Be enchanted by the ‘Pearl of the Dolomites’.
