🇮🇹 Italy · Veneto, province of Belluno (Alleghe, Selva di Cadore, Val di Zoldo)
Civetta
Dolomiti Superski
- 72 km of piste
- 2200 m top altitude
- Night skiing
- Altitudes
- 1000m - 2200m
- Km of piste
- 72 km
- Lifts
- 23
- Lift pass / day
- 77-86€ (Dolomiti Superski lift pass)
- Airport
- Venice (VCE) — ~1.5-2h
Italy · Veneto · 1,000m - 2,200m · 72 km of pistes · 23 lifts · Dolomiti Superski
Summary
Civetta is a wooded and peaceful ski area located between Marmolada and Cortina, with 72 km of pistes (44 pistes) between 1,000m and 2,200m served by 23 lifts. With 89% easy and intermediate pistes, it is one of the most accessible domains within Dolomiti Superski.
The area groups Alleghe, Selva di Cadore and Val di Zoldo in an Alpine forest setting with views of Monte Civetta (3,220m). Less well-known than the central areas of the domain, it offers authentic skiing, reasonable prices and very little crowding.
Technical data
| Data | Value |
|---|---|
| Domain | Civetta Ski Area (part of Dolomiti Superski) |
| Km of pistes | 72 km (44 pistes) |
| Breakdown | 28 km easy (39%) · 36 km intermediate (50%) · 8 km difficult (11%) |
| Altitudes | 1,000m - 2,200m |
| Vertical drop | 1,200m |
| Lifts | 23 (3 gondolas, 10 chairlifts, 10 drag lifts) |
| Snowpark | Yes |
| Night skiing | Yes (on some pistes) |
| Season | December — April |
| Day lift pass | ~70-80€ (Civetta/Dolomiti Superski) |
Why ski here
1. Forest skiing with views of Civetta Pistes through fir forests with Monte Civetta (3,220m) as a backdrop. A more intimate and wooded landscape than the open areas of the domain.
2. 89% easy/intermediate pistes Only 8 km of difficult pistes. Perfect for families and skiers who enjoy cruising long runs without technical stress.
3. Between Marmolada and Cortina Strategic position for excursions to Arabba/Marmolada and Cortina with the Dolomiti Superski lift pass.
4. The best-kept secret Less touristy than the rest of Dolomiti Superski. Lower prices, no queues, genuine local atmosphere.
Accommodation
Alleghe (979m) — Lakeside village
- 3★ hotels: 70-120€/night
- Lake Alleghe with views of Civetta
Selva di Cadore (1,415m) — At altitude
- Hotels and apartments: 60-110€/night
Val di Zoldo (900m) — Peaceful valley
- Budget options: 50-100€/night
Après-ski and gastronomy
Very relaxed atmosphere. Welcoming mountain refuges with Veneto Alpine cuisine. Alleghe has a special charm with its Alpine lake. No notable nightlife.
How to get there
| Route | Time approx. |
|---|---|
| Venice (VCE) | ~1.5-2h |
| Verona (VRN) | ~2.5h |
| Innsbruck (INN) | ~3h |
| Train: Belluno | + bus ~45min |
Giora’s tip
Civetta is my recommendation for families on a tight budget seeking peaceful skiing within Dolomiti Superski. Alleghe with its lake is charming, the pistes are accessible and prices are the lowest on the domain. A hidden gem for those escaping the crowds.
Related articles
- [[dolomiti-superski]] — Parent domain (1,200 km)
- [[arabba-marmolada]] — Neighbour to the north
- [[cortina-d-ampezzo]] — Neighbour to the east
Nearby
Other resorts in Veneto, province of Belluno (Alleghe, Selva di Cadore, Val di Zoldo)
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3 Zinnen Dolomites / Tre Cime
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Alpe di Siusi / Seiser Alm
South Tyrol (Südtirol / Alto Adige), plateau above Castelrotto/Siusi/Fiè
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Alta Badia
South Tyrol (Südtirol / Alto Adige), province of Bolzano
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Andalo – Paganella
Trentino (Paganella plateau)
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Aprica
Lombardy, Valtellina (Aprica Pass, Sondrio/Brescia border)
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Arabba / Marmolada
Veneto (Belluno) and Trentino-Alto Adige
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