Summer in the Dolomites – An unforgettable experience for all ages
You will never be bored during your stay at the 4-star superior Alpenhotel Plaza, thanks to the range of sports and leisure activities on offer in Santa Cristina and Val Gardena.
The unspoilt nature of Val Gardena, with its mountains, pastures, meadows and forests, is a paradise waiting to be discovered during the summer months.
The hiking world of the Dolomites, a paradise full of breathtaking hikes
Pack your rucksack, apply sun cream, lace up your boots and hike to the most magical places of the Dolomites - UNESCO World Heritage Site. We provide you with a state-of-the-art rucksack for the entire holiday.
The mountains can be explored along well maintained trails. Lift facilities provide access to higher elevations. Rustic mountain huts and shelters invite you to take a comfortable rest. On hot summer days, hiking to higher altitudes is a welcome refreshment! Allowing the mountains to inspire you, recharging your batteries and gathering new energy are best done while hiking. Whether in spring, summer, autumn or winter, Val Gardena hosts a fascinating landscape and promises a wide choice of hiking and walking trails. Rediscover the world. Switch off and spend hours surrounded by breathtaking scenery.
Conquer the “Pale Mountains” with us
Being active and relaxing at the same time is what makes a summer holiday to the Dolomites truly perfect. We organise a variety of summer activities from mid-June to mid-October, with something for every age group.
- Walk to discover different herbs
- Animal tracking tour
- Hike to the Mastlé Dolomites UNESCO World Heritage Site viewpoint
- Half-day hike on Mont Sëura
- Sunrise walk with mountain breakfast
- "Burning Dolomites" sunset walk
- Hike: From the Rasciesa High Alp to the Pana Col
- Nature hike on the Alpe di Siusi
- Woodcarving
- Cooking class
- Ladin language taster course
- Beer brewing in Val Gardena
- Barbecues
- Photography workshop
- Climbing taster course
- Yoga classes
- Collect points for the renowned Gardena "Cristal d'Or" hiking badge
- Nordic walking
- Walk with alpacas
- Climbing taster course for children
- Visit to a farm with MTB taster course
- Visit to an apiary
- Treasure hunt with GPS devices
In Val Gardena you have many opportunities to book guided MTB or e-bike tours. At Alpenhotel Plaza we have an extra in-house programme for our bikers and offer a variety of MTB and E-MTB tours (some at an additional cost) in addition to our general programme. For more information about our biking programme click "here".
Please note that most activities are free for our guests, but some activities may incur additional charges. For more details, please read the specific information about the prices.
The cosy rooms and suites, the exclusive spa area with indoor and outdoor swimming pool and the wonderful view of the Sassolungo mountain make us special. In addition, our central location in Santa Cristina Val Gardena, in the middle of the Dolomites, is an ideal starting point for any sporting and leisure activity.
