Civetta is a large, diverse and at the same time quite cozy ski resort in the Dolomites in the north-west of the Veneto region. Tourists can enjoy kilometers of cross-country and cross-country ski trails and alpine villages surrounded by picturesque mountain landscapes – some of the most beautiful on the planet, for which the Dolomites were included in the UNESCO Natural Heritage List. In the immediate vicinity are the resorts of Arabba Marmolada and Cortina d’Ampezzo , which can be reached by regular bus.

The resort of Civetta consists of four fairly large villages: Alleghe, Selva di Cadore, Zoldo and Palafavera. They have been known since time immemorial and preserve the traditions of local peoples, mainly Ladins.

Alleghe is located in the north of Veneto, in a small valley, a few kilometers south of the Marmolada peak and west of the Civetta mountain. Alegge has been developing as a ski resort for only 30 years. However, the fact that Allege is the smallest settlement in Europe that has its own ice hockey team that participates in the national championship speaks well of its strong winter sports traditions. In the center of the village there is a frozen lake where you can skate. There are hiking trails all around. After a busy day in the village, you can relax in restaurants, bars and clubs.

On the other side of Civetta Peak lies the village of Dzoldo. From time immemorial, local residents mined iron ore here and produced tools and nails. Now the region is famous not so much for iron, but for ski slopes and … ice cream. It has been produced here since the 17th century, when the region experienced the “iron fever” and an influx of workers from all over the world: one of the visitors was the first to open an ice cream shop in Dzoldo. In the 19th century, climbing enthusiasts began to gather in the village to conquer the peak of Civetta. Now Dzoldo offers vacationers several dozen hotels and apartments, clubs and restaurants, interesting architectural monuments and the Museum of Nails, as well as many shops with both sporting goods and local souvenir products.

Next to Dzoldo is the skiing area of ​​Palafavera. It is interesting for skiers and snowboarders, first of all, because one of the best “red” tracks of the entire skiing area descends here. You can stay in the Palafavera Refuge mountain shelter, located at the foot of the mountain. The hotel and restaurant of the refuge are so cozy that not only guests come to it, but also those who want to spend the evening in the atmosphere typical of this part of the Italian Alps.

The village of Selva di Cadore is located a little further away, in the Fiorentina Valley, and is the largest in the Civetta resort . The village of Santa Fosca is literally adjacent to it. They are surrounded by kilometers of hiking trails and cross-country skiing. In Selva di Cadore and Santa Fosca, families with children will have a great rest, for which numerous entertainment areas are equipped. In addition, there is an ice rink, a sports center and a local history museum.

Where to stay in Civetta

The owners of most of the hotels in the villages of Civetta are local residents who care about traditions and hospitality. In such hotels, guests can feel at home. Breakfasts and dinners are like family meals with delicious and traditional food prepared by the caring hostess of the house. Families with children are always welcome in such hotels.

Sporthotel Europa Sul Lago 4-star hotel

This hotel is located on the shores of Lake Allege, just 300 meters from the slopes of the Civetta ski resort. It offers rooms with a balcony, a restaurant, free parking and free Wi-Fi throughout the territory.

Sporthotel Europa Sul Lago offers heated, carpeted rooms with a private bathroom, satellite TV and a minibar.

Guests can start the day with a traditional Italian breakfast. The restaurant offers an assortment of international dishes and an excellent selection of wines.

Other hotel amenities include a hot tub, a Turkish bath, and a large terrace with a lake view, tables and chairs.

Hotel staff will provide guests with information about tourist and cycling routes. Alternatively, guests can go fishing or sailing on the lake.

Hotel Alla Posta 4-star hotel

Hotel Alla Posta is located just 4 km from Allege, in Caprile. It occupies a former post office building of the 19th century, which is included in the list of historical places of Italy. The hotel has a restaurant serving traditional cuisine, an indoor pool, a Turkish bath and a hot tub.

The hotel is located in the Dolomites Superski region, 10 km from the Marmolada ski slopes. In winter, a free shuttle bus runs from the hotel to the ski slopes of Mount Civetta, just 4 km away. Guests can fish on the Cordevole River, 50 meters from the hotel, or on Lake Allegheny, 4 km away.

Rooms at the Alla Posta Hotel are decorated in a classic style with carpeted floors. All rooms are equipped with a minibar and a TV. Some rooms have a balcony.

The Il Postin hotel restaurant, mentioned in prestigious guides, awaits guests for lunch and dinner. A bar with a patisserie is mentioned in the Gambero Rosso guide. A buffet breakfast is served daily to guests.

Hotel Barance 3-star hotel

A 2-minute drive from the center of Alleghe and 800 meters from the Civetta ski area , Hotel Barance offers Alpine-style rooms with a balcony and a free wellness centre. Shuttle service to the ski slopes is provided by the hotel free of charge.

Barance Hotel offers rooms with a flat-screen TV with satellite channels and a bathroom with a hairdryer and free toiletries. The floor is carpeted. Free Wi-Fi is available in public areas of the hotel.

In the morning, a buffet breakfast is served, consisting of snacks and sweets, such as homemade pastries, cookies, yogurt, cereal, assorted meats, cheese, or eggs and bacon.

The à la carte restaurant is open for lunch and dinner and offers local and national cuisine. Special dishes are available upon request. The bar serves drinks and light snacks.

The Barance Hotel’s wellness center includes a hot tub, an indoor pool and a Finnish sauna. The hotel also provides a ski storage room. Belluno Train Station is 45 km away. Free parking is available on the territory.

Hotel La Montanina 3-star hotel

Hotel Albergo La Montanina is located in the village of Caprile, in the heart of the Dolomites. A wellness center with a sauna, a hot tub and a steam bath is at guests’ disposal. The hotel organizes a free shuttle to the ski slopes of Civetta , 4 km away.

Among the amenities of the rooms are a balcony with a view of the mountains, satellite TV and a private bathroom with a hairdryer. Free Wi-Fi is available in public areas and free private parking is available on site.

A breakfast buffet with homemade cakes, cheese and ham is served every morning. Local cuisine can be ordered in the restaurant.

Hotel La Montanina is 8 km from the ski resorts of Marmolada and Quattro Passi. The hotel is perfect for skiing in the Dolomites in the summer.

In the Civetta Mountains, there is a ski tour through the sights of the First World War – tunnels, bunkers, forts and fortifications. The resort is surrounded by magnificent mountain peaks: Civetta, Pelmo, Nuvolao Averan, Cinca Torre, Tofane, Lagatsuoi, Fanis, Sonturines, Sasso Croce, Settsass, Saasoniere, Sela and Marmolada.

Scheme and description of tracks in Civetta

The ski resort of Civetta is located in the north-west of the Italian region of Veneto. This is one of the largest and most diverse in the Dolomites. The opportunities for sports and recreation here are so diverse that active young people, families with children, and respectable tourists like to rest here.

The skiing area between the villages of Alleghe, Palafavera, Zoldo and Selva di Cadore includes 80 km of ski slopes. All slopes are equipped with cannons for artificial snow and modern lifts. The tracks are laid at altitudes between 1300 meters and 2400 meters, the skiing season lasts from December to April.

For those who are just learning to ski or snowboard, it is better to prefer the area of ​​Allege and Palafavera, where there are quite a few easy “blue” tracks. There is also a “blue” track in Dzoldo – one, but a very long one – a great option to believe in your own strength and then start mastering the more difficult “red” slopes.

Experienced skiers and snowboarders will have fun in all four skiing areas of the Civetta resort. The majority of “red” tracks on the local slopes, and there are enough “black” ones. A real attraction is the 5-kilometer “black” route of Val Zoldan, which starts at the top of Piccolo and boasts not only a considerable length, but also an interesting terrain. This track, as well as two others – the “black” Foppe and the “red” Christelin – are illuminated for night skiing.

Among the snow parks of Civetta , the Baldi extreme zone stands out – one of the oldest in the region, it is located in the Allege zone next to the La Tizze site. Another large park for freestylers is located above the village of Dzoldo next to the Kristelin ski lift. But freeride at the Civetta resort is not popular – the off-piste slopes are too rocky.

There are five ski schools at the Civetta resort, where children and adults will be taught skiing and snowboarding, and those who have been skiing for more than a year will be helped to improve their skiing technique. You can also take lessons in carving and telemark. Most instructors are specially trained to conduct classes with children.

There are children’s zones in each of the villages. Happy Park Alleghe is open in Alleghe on the Piana di Pezzi site, which can be reached from the city by gondola lift. On the slopes above Dzoldo, children from 3 to 8 years old are waiting in the park Zildoland – aitz Village. There is also a kindergarten next to the Piani del Crepe lift, where children can be left for the whole day with babysitters and educators. There is a children’s holiday camp in Selva di Cadore in the Santa Fosca area, where families with children will have a great time.

The Civetta resort is part of the world’s largest combined Dolomites Superski ski area, which includes 12 ski centers – in total, they provide skiing on 1200 km of slopes! The nearby resorts can be reached from Civetta by car or bus, the nearest is Arabba Marmolada, which is also part of the Sella Ronda “circle”.