Enjoy direct access from Valdaora to the Plan de Corones hiking and skiing area in both summer and winter
Valdaora is situated in the basin of the same name in the middle of the Val Pusteria, slightly above Brunico. The peaks of Mt. Plan de Corones, the Piz da Peres and the Punta Tre Dita shape this landscape, which extends between the Dolomites and the entrance to the Valle di Anterselva valley.
The municipality's individual hamlets merge almost seamlessly into one another and are descriptively named Valdaora di Sopra (Upper Valdaora), Valdaora di Mezzo (Middle Valdaora), and Valdaora di Sotto (Lower Valdaora). Also located here is Sorafurcia on the slopes of the Plan de Corones, the highest of the hamlets and the hometown of TV presenter Markus Lanz.
Valdaora is very well connected to the Val Pusteria Railway network and the Pusterbike Cycle Path. This takes you up the valley to San Candido or down the valley via Brunico and Fortezza, continuing towards the Brennero Pass or Bolzano. Most of the attractions for families are located between Valdaora di Mezzo and Valdaora di Sopra: The Kids Area Panorama is situated on the wooded slope, featuring an archery trail, an airbag, and a tubing park.
Just a short walk away is the Tolderhof, with its riding school and Haflinger horses, which also provides organised rides. Another highlight is the Valdaora Kids' World in the forest near Valdaora di Mezzo, which has the longest slide in South Tyrol. From Valdaora, you can reach the Plan de Corones hiking and skiing area in both summer and winter using the lift facilities.
It is now a popular destination that attracts much more than just hikers and skiers. At the summit, you will find cultural institutions such as the MMM Corones, and the LUMEN Museum of Mountain Photography. Also at the summit are the AlpiNN Food Space & Restaurant and the "Skyscraper" giant swing. The museums are also open in winter. All around spread the slopes of South Tyrol's largest ski resort, and toboggan runs lead from the huts down into the valley.
Notice: Due to the construction of the Riggertal loop and safety-related works, sections of the Val Pusteria Railway will be closed until January 2026. A rail replacement bus service will be in operation.
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