Summer in Val Gardena

An enchanting natural scenery and mighty summits are waiting to be discovered in the Dolomites. Enjoy refreshing woods and a clean mountain air on a hot summer day. Countless ways how to spend relaxing holidays may be found here:

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Sellaronda Bike Day is a popular cycling event in summer. On this day the four mountain passes round the Sella alpenstock are reserved for cycles only. © Tourismusverband Gröden
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South Tyrolean milk is a quality product. In the background Gruppo delle Odle mountain peaks of Val di Funes. © Frieder Blickle
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The Gruppo di Sella is distinctive mountain alpenstock in the Dolomites. © iStock
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Customs and traditions have an important role to play in Val Gardena. © Tourismusverband Gröden
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Redcurrants, popular fruits in South Tyrol. © Thomas Zwyssig
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A mountain farm in S. Cristina in Val Gardena. © Tappeiner
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There are more than 300 gentian plant species worldwide. Gentians also grow on alpine meadows in Val Gardena. Don’t pick gentians, as they are protected! © Hansi Schenk
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Farm holidays. More than 1,200 accommodations in South Tyrol offer a stay in natural settings. © Frieder Blickle
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Colourful flowers decorate alpine pastures and meadows in Val Gardena. © Frieder Blickle
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Relaxing and taking deep breaths while hiking from one refuge to the next. © Laurin Moser.