"Dolomiti - Castles in the Sky" Top 5 Page for this destination Dolomiti by KristaB

Dolomiti Travel Guide: 51 reviews and 87 photos

Dolomiti - Castles in the Sky - Dolomiti

Why Dolomiti?
We heard about Dolomiti Superski network of slopes and lifts, one of worlds largest ski systems, so we had to try that, too!
But possibilities for enjoyable vacation are numerous all year round.
I really hope to go back during summer, there are numerous hiking trails and cycling routes through stunning landscape, and gondolas are available for those who can't or don't like to climb.

Rifugio Friedrich August - view

People of Val Gardena speak Rhaeto-Romanic language that evolved from ancient language of Rhaetian people that was mixed with Latin of Roman conquerors, and got spread from Swiss Alps to Adriatic. Due to movements of tribes, the language stayed isolated in this valley, and survived until today. Most inhabitants are multilingual, speaking Italian, German and Rhaeto-Romanic. It sounded a bit like Portuguese to me, lovely melody and "sh" sounds.
Good morning = Bon di!
How are you? = Co va la pa?
Fine = Bona
See you = Assudei

Sella Ronda circle spreads over 40 km (15 km of transfers on ski lifts). We started without a plan, just to investigate, and ended completing the full circle on a very first day.

Pros and Cons

Pros:Stunning nature, friendly people.
Cons:Hmmm ... can't think of any, really.
In a nutshell:WONDERFUL!

Last visit to Dolomiti: Feb 2004
Intro Updated Mar 2, 2004
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Rifugio Friedrich August is one very special place - the house, the sculpture of F. August that greets you upon arrival... more travel advice

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Yummy Italian style American food (or... Restaurants (3)

We found this place by chance. Patiently waiting crowd is usually a good sign. While waiting for a table, we peaked... more travel advice

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Walking through Val Gardena, you will see many lovely shops selling these products, some are actually workshops where... more travel advice

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Sella Ronda is unique because it offers a full circle skiing of total 40 km (15 km of transfers on ski lifts). We... more travel advice

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Comments (28)

willy_wonka Dec 9, 2010 at 3:26 PM Report Abuse

its been a while since i've visited your pages, what a shame for me! i have never heard of this place, but it looks beautiful. didnt know there was 'another language' in the dolomites. how interesting!
Florida999 Sep 1, 2006 at 4:59 AM Report Abuse

Nice page, I love skiing! Love Hindu1936 's comment, lol!
hindu1936 Apr 7, 2006 at 4:26 AM Report Abuse

God invented the wheel so man could have ski lifts. Please note that the egyptians had no wheel. no snow, no skiing. no wheel. nice photo. will write.
sourbugger Jan 26, 2006 at 2:59 PM Report Abuse

good info, great photos, plus great new ones on the vt london meet
mapakettle Dec 29, 2005 at 10:35 AM Report Abuse

I think I have stood in your footprints. They have made a lot of changes since you were there I think. Pa
freya_heaven May 23, 2005 at 2:43 PM Report Abuse

Beautiful photos, I have not seen those roller lifts before, sounds like you had a fun trip. Kristina. Many thanks for signing my Verona post card from Darja, it was a lovely suprise! (~_~)
JetlagCity Jan 5, 2005 at 1:34 PM Report Abuse

Fantastic pictures of these breathtaking mountains, & great writing, esp. in your Marmolada travelogue! I've flown over the Dolomites & have wanted to visit them ever since. Greetings from Seattle!
mtncorg Dec 27, 2004 at 10:16 AM Report Abuse

Those skis are awfully short! They must be shaped skis ;-] And 11AM!! You are a hearty skiier :-]
Alphons Dec 16, 2004 at 7:54 AM Report Abuse

Very nice page, i was there many times in summer and winter, i have done the sella ronda greetings Alphons
alza Dec 2, 2004 at 10:15 AM Report Abuse

amazing mountains! good pics and very sensible information. Tks, it's a real pleasure to read about this place :-)))