Country: Italy
Airport: Verona
A brief overview
Selva is one of the three villages lying in the valley known as
'Val Gardena'. It is the highest at an altitude of 1563m & actually lies on
the famous 'Sella Ronda' circuit. You will see many skiers crossing the road in
both directions as they complete the amazing 26km day long tour. It is also a
good base from which to do a day trip to Cortina. When you read about the
Dolomites, you soon come across references to a number of famous valleys - Val
Gardena is the most famous as a winter sports destination, regularly hosting
world cup downhill races & for its tradition of wood carving, it includes
the villages of St Cristina & Ortisei. Selva itself is a fairly small town
that thrives during the winter months from the skiers both staying there &
passing through each day. It is popular with the British who enjoy the local
apres-ski in the cosy bars dotted around the resort. The bus service is regular
& efficient - running up & down the valley floor throughout the day,
connecting to St Cristina & Ortisei. For piste map and mountain facts,
please see page 100.
