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Activity Passo Sella, Val Gardena

Sassolungo Circuit

An activity in Passo Sella, Val Gardena, free to visit and worth most of a day (about 6 hours). Best time to go: Jul–Sep.

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Sassolungo Circuit in Passo Sella, Val Gardena
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Why go

Full-day loop around the Sassolungo massif past several huts.

It is one of 9 curated places we feature in Val Gardena, alongside 2 places to eat, 2 outdoor spots and 2 sights. The closest of our other picks is Sella Pass, 1.6 km away as the crow flies. Set aside most of a day (about 6 hours) here; it works best as the anchor of a day rather than a quick stop.

Type
Activity · Adventure
Neighborhood
Passo Sella
Price
Free
Time needed
6 hr
Best time
Jul–Sep

Nearby

The 6 closest curated picks in Val Gardena, measured as straight-line distance.

  1. 1
    Sella Pass

    Hairpin pass between the Sella group and Sassolungo towers.

    Sight · 1.6 km straight-line
  2. 2
    Rifugio Emilio Comici

    Hut at the foot of Sassolungo known for fresh seafood at altitude.

    Food · 1.7 km straight-line
  3. 3
    Vallunga

    Flat, car-free valley walk from Selva into the Puez-Odle park.

    Outdoors · 6.3 km straight-line
  4. 4
    Museum Gherdëina

    Ortisei's museum of woodcarving, Ladin culture and local fossils.

    Sight · 8.2 km straight-line
  5. 5
    La Cërcia

    Ortisei wine bar with a deep list and South Tyrolean snacks.

    Drinks · 8.4 km straight-line
  6. 6
    Gostner Schwaige

    Small alpine hut on the Alpe di Siusi known for creative mountain cooking.

    Food · 8.4 km straight-line

On these curated routes

Sassolungo Circuit is a stop on our Dolomites High Road route. Open it to see the full day-by-day plan.

More things to do in Val Gardena

Another curated activity in Val Gardena. See the full Val Gardena guide.

When to go

Average daily highs in Val Gardena run from 0°C in January to 22°C in July; August is usually the wettest month. For Sassolungo Circuit itself, we suggest: Jul–Sep.

Modelled monthly averages for Val Gardena from NASA POWER, not a forecast. Full Val Gardena weather by month.

Getting there

Map links open a live search for Sassolungo Circuit, so hours and directions come straight from the map app.

Address
ss242, 39048 Selva di Val Gardena BZ, Italy
Coordinates
46.51492, 11.73933
Destination
Val Gardena, Italy

Sassolungo Circuit: quick answers

How much time do you need at Sassolungo Circuit?

Plan on most of a day (about 6 hours) at Sassolungo Circuit. That is our curated estimate for a typical visit; groups that linger will want more.

When is the best time to visit Sassolungo Circuit?

Our pick: Jul–Sep. Insider tip: Start from Passo Sella; plan 5–7 hours.

Is Sassolungo Circuit free?

Yes, we list Sassolungo Circuit as free to visit. Check locally before you go, since special exhibits, parking or tours can carry a fee.

Where is Sassolungo Circuit?

Sassolungo Circuit is at ss242, 39048 Selva di Val Gardena BZ, Italy, in Passo Sella. The Google Maps and Apple Maps links on this page open it for directions.

Which TripsCircle routes include Sassolungo Circuit?

Sassolungo Circuit appears on Dolomites High Road, a curated route you can open on TripsCircle and plan with your group.

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