Val di Fiemme is the great green valley of eastern Trentino, overlooking some of the most beautiful Dolomites: the Latemar, the Pale di San Martino and the Lagorai group. It is a land of centuries-old woods — the famous Paneveggio forest, the “forest of violins” from which the resonance wood is drawn — of farmsteads and ancient traditions such as the Magnifica Comunità di Fiemme. Here you breathe a real mountain air, less fashionable than in other valleys and with gentler prices, that shines in every season: skiing in winter, trekking in summer and great cross-country all year round. The addresses we suggest we choose one by one, never by hearsay.
The valley stretches along the Avisio stream, with the villages lined up on the valley floor: Cavalese, the main town, in the middle; Tesero, Ziano and Predazzo climbing towards Val di Fassa; Castello di Fiemme and Carano more tucked away among the woods. Distances are short and the villages well connected, so the choice of base is above all a question of atmosphere and closeness to the slopes. Let’s look at where to stay, village by village, and then the skiing and the seasons.
Cavalese and the heart of the valley
Cavalese is the main town of Val di Fiemme and the handiest base: a charming old centre with the seat of the Magnifica Comunità di Fiemme, shops, restaurants and services, and the Alpe Cermis cable car that leaves right from the village. It is the choice for those who want everything within reach, skiing included, with real mountain-village life. Around it, the villages of Castello di Fiemme and Carano offer the same convenience in a quieter, more family-friendly atmosphere.
B&B fam. Ausermiller
A family-run bed and breakfast in Castello di Fiemme, with free parking, a carefully prepared breakfast including a vegan option and rooms facing the woods. The warmth of the welcome and the quiet of the village make it a genuine, relaxing base in the heart of the valley. Ideal for those seeking authenticity and a slow pace.
Mas dei Masi
A family-run guesthouse in Cavalese, with garden, terrace and a very handy position for the Alpe Cermis lifts. The well-kept interiors and the homely hospitality make it a practical, welcoming base in the heart of the main town. Perfect for those who want skiing and the old town within reach.
Bed & breakfast Villa Maria
A small B&B in the heart of Cavalese, loved by couples for its quiet position, the garden and the handy parking. Simple, well-kept interiors and attentive management make it a relaxing base a stone’s throw from the centre and the cable car. Ideal for a village-scale holiday.
All the properties in the main town: all hotels in Cavalese →
Tesero, Predazzo and the slopes
Climbing towards Val di Fassa you reach Tesero, with its Lago di Tesero cross-country stadium, a temple of Nordic skiing and biathlon, Ziano di Fiemme and Predazzo, the eastern gateway to the valley at the foot of the Latemar and the Pale di San Martino. They are quiet, well-served villages, perfect as a base for the skiing of the Ski Center Latemar (Pampeago-Predazzo-Obereggen) and for great cross-country. The choice for those seeking the most authentic Dolomites and the active mountains.
Dolomites B&B – Suites, Apartments and SPA
A bed and breakfast with a spa in Tesero, offering suites, apartments and rooms with views of the Dolomites, a garden and free private parking. The wellness area and the well-kept spaces make it perfect for pairing skiing and trekking with relaxation, in any season. Ideal for couples and families after comfort and a touch of pampering.
Ski Lodge Pampeago
A lodge right on the Pampeago slopes, with direct access to the lifts of the Ski Center Latemar, a sauna and a hot tub. The convenience of clipping on your skis at the door and enjoying the mountains even after the lifts close. Perfect for enthusiasts who want to live the snow with no transfers.
Le Bifore in valle
A family-run bed and breakfast in Predazzo, with mountain views, free private parking and a handy position between the Latemar and the Pale di San Martino. The warmth of the management and the convenience of the village make it an ideal base for skiing and for walks towards the Dolomite passes. Perfect for those who love the real mountains.
All the properties in the village: all hotels in Tesero →
Skiing: Alpe Cermis, the Latemar and cross-country
Val di Fiemme is a large ski area within Dolomiti Superski, with a single ski pass and several sides. Above Cavalese, the Alpe Cermis offers panoramic slopes and the spectacular “Olimpia”, one of the longest descents in the Alps. To the east, the Ski Center Latemar links Pampeago, Predazzo and Obereggen at the foot of the massif of the same name, with slopes for every level. But Val di Fiemme is above all the capital of cross-country skiing: the Lago di Tesero stadium has hosted the Nordic World Championships, and in late January the valley lives the Marcialonga, the historic long-distance race between Fiemme and Fassa. The season runs roughly from December to April, depending on snow cover, to be checked year by year.
To get your bearings among the ski areas and pick the right base, see the guide where to stay for skiing in Trentino-Alto Adige; if you’re after a hotel with direct access to the slopes, the selection of ski-in ski-out hotels in the Dolomites. The neighbouring valley, climbing towards the passes, is Val di Fassa.
Summer and what to see
In summer Val di Fiemme is a paradise for trekking and cycling, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. The Paneveggio – Pale di San Martino Nature Park, with the forest of violins and the Paneveggio lake, is the symbol-destination; there is no shortage of walks on the Latemar and in the Lagorai, mountain pastures and the long cycle path that runs the whole valley floor. Also worth seeing is Cavalese, with the palace of the Magnifica Comunità di Fiemme and its frescoes, and the Parco della Pieve. For the other summer destinations among the crags, see the Dolomites in summer, and for seasonal ideas what to do in Trentino-Alto Adige in summer.
When to go
Val di Fiemme is a two-full-season destination. Winter (from December to April, depending on snow cover — to be checked season by season) is the realm of Alpine and cross-country skiing, with the highlight of the Marcialonga in late January; it is high season, so it pays to book ahead, especially over the holidays. Summer (from June to September) is the season of trekking and cycling, with a cool climate and shady woods.
The shoulder seasons are the quietest: in autumn the larches light up and the villages fall silent again, while in late spring the snow retreats and the summer mountain is not yet fully open, so it’s worth checking openings and connections. In December, moreover, the villages host small and charming Christmas markets: see the guide to Christmas markets, and if you’re after wellness after the sport, the selection of hotels with spa and thermal baths.
Getting there
Val di Fiemme is reached by car from the Brenner motorway (A22): you exit at Egna-Ora or Ora and climb along the valley road, or from Trento via the Valle di Cembra. It is not served by a direct railway: the reference station is Ora (Auer), on the Brenner line, from which the valley buses continue; other handy stations are Trento and Bolzano, well linked by coach. The nearest airports are Verona, Bergamo, Venice and Innsbruck.
Once in the valley, you get around well by the buses that link the villages and the lifts, and with the Trentino Guest Card, often included by the properties, public transport is even better value. A car remains handy for reaching the trailheads. For the full picture on motorway, trains and airports of the region, see the guide how to get to Trentino-Alto Adige.
This guide is part of our grand journey through the region: discover all the destinations and areas in Where to Stay in Trentino-Alto Adige.
Frequently asked questions
Quick answers to the questions we’re asked most often about where to stay in Val di Fiemme.
Which is the best base for staying in Val di Fiemme?
It depends on what you’re after. Cavalese is the main town and the handiest base, with services, an old town and the Alpe Cermis cable car; Tesero and Predazzo look towards the Latemar and cross-country, ideal for skiers; the valley-floor villages such as Castello di Fiemme, Ziano and Carano offer quiet and small family-run B&Bs. The villages are close and well connected, so the choice is above all a question of atmosphere.
Where to stay for skiing in Val di Fiemme?
For the Alpe Cermis the handiest base is Cavalese, from which the cable car leaves; for the Ski Center Latemar (Pampeago-Predazzo-Obereggen) Tesero, Predazzo and the properties right on the Pampeago slopes are ideal. The valley is part of Dolomiti Superski, with a single ski pass. To compare the region’s ski areas and find the right hotel, see our guide on where to stay for skiing.
What is the Marcialonga and when is it run?
The Marcialonga is the historic long-distance cross-country ski race that crosses Val di Fiemme and Val di Fassa, one of the most loved events in the Alps. It is run in late January and draws thousands of participants from all over the world. In that period the valley is very busy and the properties fill up quickly, so it’s worth booking well ahead if you want to experience the atmosphere of the race.
Is Val di Fiemme suitable for families?
Very much so. The Alpe Cermis and Latemar ski areas have ski schools and slopes for every level, and cross-country is perfect for beginners too. In summer the easy walks, the mountain pastures, the Paneveggio park and the valley-floor cycle path are ideal with children, and many properties, from B&Bs to residences, are designed for families, often with the Trentino Guest Card included.
How do you get to Val di Fiemme without a car?
There is no direct railway: you arrive by train at Ora (Auer), on the Brenner line, and continue with the valley buses; alternatively you start from Trento or Bolzano by coach. On the spot the buses link the villages and the lifts, and with the Trentino Guest Card public transport is good value. A car remains handy for the excursions, but for a holiday on the snow it is not essential.
