Travel Reference
In-Depth Information
The region is part of the Dolomiti Superski network, with downhill skiing, ski-mountain-
eering, cross-country skiing and snowshoe trails all possible.
The gentle slopes of the Alpe di Siusi are perfect hiking terrain for families with kids;
average stamina will get you to the
Rifugio Bolzano
( 0471 61 20 24;
www.schlernhaus.it
;
Jun-Oct)
, one of the Alps' oldest mountain huts, which rests at 2457m, just under
Monte Pez
(2564m), the Sciliar's summit. Take the
Panorama chairlift
(one way/return €3.50/5)
from Com-
paccio to the Alpenhotel, followed by paths S, No 5 and No 1 to the
rifugio;
from here it's
an easy walk to Monte Pez (three hours total). The more jagged peaks of the Catinaccio
group and the Sassolungo are nearby. These mountains are revered among climbers
worldwide, and harbour several
vie ferrate
and loads of good bike trails. They're usually
accessed from Vigo in Val di Fiemme.
Horses are a big part of local life and culture and there's nothing more picturesque than
a local chestnut Haflinger pony galloping across endless pastureland. Riding stables can
be found throughout the area.
The Seiser Alm
cableway
(
www.seiseralmbahn.it
; one way/return €9/13.50; 8am-6pm mid-
Dec-Mar & mid-May-Oct)
is a dizzying 15-minute, 4300m trip (800m ascent) from Siusi to
Compaccio. The road linking the two is closed to normal traffic when the cableway is
open.
Sleeping & Eating
Martina Breakfast Lodge
( 0471 70 6 361;
www.martina-lodge.com
; Via Panider 19, Castelrotto; d €110; )
On the
road just outside Castelrotto's historic centre , this newly renovated hotel has bright, mod-
ern rooms. Opt for one with a balcony and view over Sciliar and Bullaccia. Welcome ex-
tras include kitchens in the larger apartments, complimentary laundry facilities and a
sauna.
HOTEL
€
Hotel Heubad
( 0471 72 50 20;
www.hotelheubad.com
;
Via Sciliar 12, Fiè; s/d €99/180; )
As if the
views, pretty garden and lounge areas here weren't relaxing enough, the spa is known for
its typically Tyrolean hay baths, which have been on offer since 1903 and give the hotel
its name. Delightful service is courtesy of the founder's great- and great-great-grandchil-
dren, while rooms are modern, light and spacious.
SPA HOTEL
€€
