📷 Val Gardena
Europe
Val Gardena
Projected to open December 5, 2026
Best months to book: March, February, January · last season + 30-yr record
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Projected to open Dec 5
Weather data is still collected for informational purposes.
Last Snowfall
Oct 25
5d agoPast 24 Hours
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Past 48 Hours
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Past 10 Days
9cm
7-Day Forecast
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Snow Depth
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Val Gardena is projected to open December 5, 2026. Here is when it is usually best to book.
Best months to book
- #1March37cm avg · last season 25.5
- #2February32cm avg · last season 24.3
- #3January30cm avg
Best weeks to book
- #1 15 Mar – 21 Mar · last season 31
- #2 22 Mar – 28 Mar · last season 30
- #3 8 Mar – 14 Mar · last season 23
Ranked on 25% last season's SnowSure score (2025-26) · 75% 30-year snowfall and base-depth record. The live score returns when the lifts turn.
Current Conditions
Reported Fri, Oct 30, 10:07 PM UTC
Terrain
Projected to open Dec 5
Projected to open December 5, 2026
188 runs · 79 lifts — live counts and the SnowSure™ Score return when the lifts turn.
Snow Summary
Updated Oct 30 at 10:07 PM
Days 8–14 and every model are in SnowSure Pro.Unlock with Pro
No measurement at mid height (1,877m) reached us: past snow shown is the model's estimate at the summit.
Maps
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About Val Gardena
Val Gardena is a renowned ski resort located in the Dolomites of northern Italy, offering access to over 175 kilometers of slopes and direct connection to the Dolomiti Superski area. The resort is known for its picturesque alpine villages, extensive network of modern lifts, and a variety of runs suitable for all levels, including the famous Saslong World Cup downhill course. Visitors can enjoy a vibrant après-ski scene, high-quality mountain restaurants, and breathtaking views of the surrounding peaks, making it a standout destination for both skiing and cultural experiences.
Read the full resort guide →Frequently asked questions about Val Gardena
- Where is Val Gardena?
- Val Gardena is a ski resort in Italy.
- How high is Val Gardena?
- Val Gardena runs from a base elevation of 1,236 m (4,055 ft) to a summit of 2,518 m (8,261 ft), giving a vertical drop of 1,282 m (4,206 ft).
- How big is Val Gardena?
- Val Gardena has 188 marked runs and 79 lifts.
- Which ski pass covers Val Gardena?
- Val Gardena is on the Ikon Pass and Dolomiti Superski. Access terms such as blackout dates and day limits vary by pass tier, so check the pass operator for the current season.
- When is ski season at Val Gardena?
- Val Gardena typically operates from December to April. Exact opening and closing dates shift each year with snowfall — check the resort's current season dates before booking.
- How much snow does Val Gardena get in a typical season?
- Val Gardena averages 104 inches / 264 cm of snowfall in a typical season. Any individual season can run well above or below that.
- How will El Niño affect Val Gardena in winter 2026-27?
- El Niño Signal Rank: #119 of 488 SnowSure resorts · Tier B · strong-event signal +7% vs its own 30-yr average. In the three strongest El Niño winters on record ('97-98, '15-16, '23-24), Val Gardena averaged +7% versus its own 30-year snowfall baseline. The pattern has historically been a friend here. With a record-strength event forecast for winter 2026-27, Val Gardena sits on the favorable side of the ledger. Analog winters: '97-98 -8%, '15-16 -8%, '23-24 +38%. A pattern, not a promise.
