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Fassa Valley (it. Val di Fassa) is a mountain valley in northern Italy, home to one of the most popular ski resorts, "Dolomiti Superski"—one of the largest, best-equipped, and highest-quality winter sports destinations in Italy and the world.

If you have any questions about how to spend your vacation in this beautiful part of Italy, feel free to leave your messages in the specially created discussion on our forum.

Geography

Fassa Valley is located in the heart of the Dolomite Alps, in the northeastern part of the Trentino province, near the border of Bolzano and Veneto, close to Austria. The entire region is crossed by the Avisio River. The valley is surrounded by several other Dolomite mountain ranges: Marmolada, Sella, Sassolungo, and Catinaccio.

Several villages are located in the valley, primarily specializing in hospitality services for ski and winter sports enthusiasts:

Moena;
Soraga;
Vigo di Fassa;
Pozza di Fassa;
Mazzin;
Campitello di Fassa;
Canazei.

One of the nearest international airports is in Verona, from where a bus ride to Fassa Valley takes approximately 2-2.5 hours.

Ski Resort

The most popular destination in Fassa Valley is one of the world's best ski resorts, "Dolomiti Superski." In the early 1970s, six ski resorts—Cortina d’Ampezzo, Kronplatz, Alta Badia, Val Gardena, Alpe di Siusi, and Fassa Valley—were merged into a single ski area, with impressive statistics:

12 mountain valleys covering more than 3,000 square kilometers;
A total of 1,200 kilometers of ski slopes;
450 ski lifts with a total capacity of 630,000 people per hour;
24 snow parks (almost two per valley);
60 ski schools with 2,200 certified instructors;
Numerous cafés and bars along the ski slopes offering breathtaking valley views, where visitors can relax, enjoy great food, and sip mulled wine.

All ski areas are accessible with a unified ski pass system, though cheaper ski passes for individual zones are also available.

One of the most famous skiing routes in the valley is the so-called "Sella Ronda"—a circular route around the Sella massif, which can be skied both clockwise and counterclockwise.

A one-week vacation in this region costs approximately 80,000 - 100,000 RUB per person, including flights, accommodation in a 4-star hotel (with breakfast, dinner, shuttle service to ski slopes, and spa access), insurance, a ski pass for the entire resort, and lunch on the slopes throughout the stay.

Photo Gallery

Photos of Val di Fassa
Panoramic view of the valley near the Sella massif
The Sella rock formation
One of the ski slopes
Local nature and cliffs
Ski lift to one of the slopes
View of Fassa Valley
Campitello di Fassa
Fir trees along the slopes
One of the ski slopes in Fassa Valley
The Sella rock formation
The Sella mountain
Expansive views of Fassa Valley
Steep mountains of the valley
One of the ski runs
Canazei
Numerous mountain slopes
Near the Sella rock formation
Skiing along the Sella cliffs
Ski slopes in Fassa Valley
The vast landscapes of Fassa Valley

Summer Activities

During summer, Fassa Valley attracts tourists not only with its stunning mountain landscapes but also with numerous outdoor activities. Visitors can enjoy:

Hiking along picturesque trails;
Mountaineering and rock climbing;
Cycling—many trails are designed for mountain biking;
Paragliding and hot air ballooning;
Rafting and kayaking on the Avisio River.

Points of Interest

Near the village of Campitello di Fassa, visitors can find thermal baths—a hot spring complex offering various saunas, pools, jacuzzis, and relaxation rooms.
The Sass Pordoi viewpoint, offering a breathtaking panoramic view of the Dolomite Alps.
The Dolomite Museum in Moena, showcasing the history and culture of the region.

Transport and Infrastructure

The valley has a well-developed transport network:

Buses and shuttle services operate between villages.
Special ski buses are available during the season.
Car and bicycle rentals are available.

Useful Tips

It is recommended to book accommodation and ski passes in advance, especially during peak season.
Dress appropriately for the season: warm gear in winter and sun protection in summer.
Some establishments only accept cash, so carrying euros is advisable.

Notes

If you have visited or are planning a trip to Fassa Valley, leave your messages and questions in the specially created discussion on our forum. We would be happy to receive edits, additions, and personal experiences related to this article.

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-'''Val di Fassa''' - a mountain valley located in the north of Italy, where locates "Dolomites Superski" - one of the largest, best equipped ski resorts in Italy and in the world in general.
+'''Fassa Valley''' (''it. Val di Fassa'') is a mountain valley in northern Italy, home to one of the most popular ski resorts, "Dolomiti Superski"—one of the largest, best-equipped, and highest-quality winter sports destinations in Italy and the world.
+If you have any questions about how to spend your vacation in this beautiful part of Italy, feel free to leave your messages in the specially [[Talk:Fassa Valley|created discussion]] on our forum.
 == Geography ==
-Val di Fassa is located in the heart of the Dolomites, in the north-eastern part of the province of Trentino, Italy on the border of the Bolzano and Veneto regions, near the border with Austria. The entire region is crossed by the Avisio River. The valley is surrounded by some other mountains of the Dolomites: Marmolada, Sella, Sassolungo, Mount Catinaccio.
+Fassa Valley is located in the heart of the Dolomite Alps, in the northeastern part of the Trentino province, near the border of Bolzano and Veneto, close to Austria. The entire region is crossed by the Avisio River. The valley is surrounded by several other Dolomite mountain ranges: Marmolada, Sella, Sassolungo, and Catinaccio.
-There are several villages in the valley, which mainly specialize in the hotel business for lovers of skiing:
+Several villages are located in the valley, primarily specializing in hospitality services for ski and winter sports enthusiasts:
 * Moena;
 * Soraga;
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 * Campitello di Fassa;
 * Canazei.
-One of the closest international airports to this region is in Verona, from it by bus can be reached in about 2-2.5 hours.
-== Ski resort ==
+One of the nearest international airports is in Verona, from where a bus ride to Fassa Valley takes approximately 2-2.5 hours.
-The most amazing places in Val di Fassa is one of the best ski resorts in the world called “Dolomites Superski”. In the early 1970s, six ski resorts of Cortina d'Ampezzo, Kronplatz, Alta Badia, Val Gardena, Alpe di Suzi and Val di Fassa were merged into one single skiing area, which looks very impressive:
-* 12 mountain valleys with a total area of more than 3,000 square killometers;
+== Ski Resort ==
-* 1,200 killometers of ski slopes;
+The most popular destination in Fassa Valley is one of the world's best ski resorts, "Dolomiti Superski." In the early 1970s, six ski resorts—Cortina d’Ampezzo, Kronplatz, Alta Badia, Val Gardena, Alpe di Siusi, and Fassa Valley—were merged into a single ski area, with impressive statistics:
-* 450 lifts with a capacity of 630,000 people per hour.
+* 12 mountain valleys covering more than 3,000 square kilometers;
-* 24 snow parks (almost two for each valley);
+* A total of 1,200 kilometers of ski slopes;
+* 450 ski lifts with a total capacity of 630,000 people per hour;
+* 24 snow parks (almost two per valley);
 * 60 ski schools with 2,200 certified instructors;
-* All the ski slopes built a lot of cafeterias, bars with a beautiful landscape view of the valley, where you can relax after skiing, have a delicious meal and drink some wine, beer.
+* Numerous cafés and bars along the ski slopes offering breathtaking valley views, where visitors can relax, enjoy great food, and sip mulled wine.
-All skiing areas are accessible through a single system of ski passes, however you can purchase cheaper ski passes for individual zones.
+All ski areas are accessible with a unified ski pass system, though cheaper ski passes for individual zones are also available.
-One of the most popular places for skiing in the valley is the so-called "Sella Ronda" route - it is a circular route around the rock massif Sella, while it can be descended, clockwise and counterclockwise.
+One of the most famous skiing routes in the valley is the so-called "'''Sella Ronda'''"—a circular route around the Sella massif, which can be skied both clockwise and counterclockwise.
-The cost of recreation for a week in this region is approximately 1000-1200 euro per person, including flight, accommodation in a 4-star hotel (including breakfast, dinner, transfer to the ski slopes, spa), insurance, as well as a ski pass of the whole ski resort and lunch on the slope during the entire stay.
+A one-week vacation in this region costs approximately 80,000 - 100,000 RUB per person, including flights, accommodation in a 4-star hotel (with breakfast, dinner, shuttle service to ski slopes, and spa access), insurance, a ski pass for the entire resort, and lunch on the slopes throughout the stay.
-== Photo gallery ==
+== Photo Gallery ==
 <gallery mode="packed" caption="Photos of Val di Fassa">
-Val di Fassa panorama at Sella Ronda.png|One of the panoramic views of the valley towards Mount Sella
+Val di Fassa panorama at Sella Ronda.png|Panoramic view of the valley near the Sella massif
-Val di Fassa, Italy 20.jpg|Sella rock massif
+Val di Fassa, Italy 20.jpg|The Sella rock formation
-Val di Fassa, Italy 01.jpg|One of the trails in the valley
+Val di Fassa, Italy 01.jpg|One of the ski slopes
-Val di Fassa, Italy 02.jpg|Local nature and rocks
+Val di Fassa, Italy 02.jpg|Local nature and cliffs
-Val di Fassa, Italy 03.jpg|The lift to one of the slopes
+Val di Fassa, Italy 03.jpg|Ski lift to one of the slopes
-Val di Fassa, Italy 04.jpg|Val di Fassa
+Val di Fassa, Italy 04.jpg|View of Fassa Valley
 Val di Fassa, Italy 05.jpg|Campitello di Fassa
-Val di Fassa, Italy 06.jpg|Firs along the track
+Val di Fassa, Italy 06.jpg|Fir trees along the slopes
-Val di Fassa, Italy 07.jpg|One of the slopes of Val di Fassa
+Val di Fassa, Italy 07.jpg|One of the ski slopes in Fassa Valley
-Val di Fassa, Italy 08.jpg|Rocks of Mount Sella
+Val di Fassa, Italy 08.jpg|The Sella rock formation
-Val di Fassa, Italy 09.jpg|Mount Sella
+Val di Fassa, Italy 09.jpg|The Sella mountain
-Val di Fassa, Italy 10.jpg|Val di Fassa
+Val di Fassa, Italy 10.jpg|Expansive views of Fassa Valley
-Val di Fassa, Italy 11.jpg|The steep mountains of the valley
+Val di Fassa, Italy 11.jpg|Steep mountains of the valley
-Val di Fassa, Italy 12.jpg|One of the tracks
+Val di Fassa, Italy 12.jpg|One of the ski runs
 Val di Fassa, Italy 13.jpg|Canazei
-Val di Fassa, Italy 14.jpg|Many mountain slopes
+Val di Fassa, Italy 14.jpg|Numerous mountain slopes
-Val di Fassa, Italy 15.jpg|Next to the Sella rock massif
+Val di Fassa, Italy 15.jpg|Near the Sella rock formation
-Val di Fassa, Italy 16.jpg|On the track along the Sella cliffs
+Val di Fassa, Italy 16.jpg|Skiing along the Sella cliffs
-Val di Fassa, Italy 17.jpg|Ski slopes of Val di Fassa
+Val di Fassa, Italy 17.jpg|Ski slopes in Fassa Valley
-Val di Fassa, Italy 18.jpg|Val di Fassa
+Val di Fassa, Italy 18.jpg|The vast landscapes of Fassa Valley
 </gallery>
-== Interesting places ==
+== Summer Activities ==
+During summer, Fassa Valley attracts tourists not only with its stunning mountain landscapes but also with numerous outdoor activities. Visitors can enjoy:
+* Hiking along picturesque trails;
+* Mountaineering and rock climbing;
+* Cycling—many trails are designed for mountain biking;
+* Paragliding and hot air ballooning;
+* Rafting and kayaking on the Avisio River.
+== Points of Interest ==
+* Near the village of Campitello di Fassa, visitors can find thermal baths—a hot spring complex offering various saunas, pools, jacuzzis, and relaxation rooms.
+* The Sass Pordoi viewpoint, offering a breathtaking panoramic view of the Dolomite Alps.
+* The Dolomite Museum in Moena, showcasing the history and culture of the region.
+== Transport and Infrastructure ==
+The valley has a well-developed transport network:
+* Buses and shuttle services operate between villages.
+* Special ski buses are available during the season.
+* Car and bicycle rentals are available.
+== Useful Tips ==
+* It is recommended to book accommodation and ski passes in advance, especially during peak season.
+* Dress appropriately for the season: warm gear in winter and sun protection in summer.
+* Some establishments only accept cash, so carrying euros is advisable.
-* There is thermae spa-center near Campitello-di-Fassa that can be relaxing after skiing. Spa center offers various saunas, pools, jacuzzi and relaxation rooms with picturesque views to local nature.
+== Notes ==
+If you have visited or are planning a trip to Fassa Valley, leave your messages and questions in the specially [[Talk:Fassa Valley|created discussion]] on our forum. We would be happy to receive edits, additions, and personal experiences related to this article.
-== Conclusion ==
-Val di Fassa is an impressive and gorgeous place for skiing and snowboarding in Italy or even in Europe. If you have any other information on it, please post your messages on the [[Talk:Val di Fassa|discussion page]].
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