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Sight Passo Sella, Val Gardena

Sella Pass

A sight in Passo Sella, Val Gardena, free to visit and worth about 45 minutes. Best time to go: Morning.

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Sella Pass in Passo Sella, Val Gardena
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Why go

Hairpin pass between the Sella group and Sassolungo towers.

It is one of 9 curated places we feature in Val Gardena, alongside 2 activities, 2 places to eat and 2 outdoor spots. The closest of our other picks is Sassolungo Circuit, 1.6 km away as the crow flies. At about 45 minutes, it slots neatly between bigger plans.

Type
Sight
Neighborhood
Passo Sella
Price
Free
Time needed
45 min
Best time
Morning

Nearby

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

  1. 1
    Sassolungo Circuit

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

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

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

    Food · 2.3 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 · 9.6 km straight-line
  5. 5
    La Cërcia

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

    Drinks · 9.8 km straight-line
  6. 6
    Seceda

    Cable car to a 2,500-m ridge with the jagged Odle peaks dropping away.

    Activity · 9.8 km straight-line

On these curated routes

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

More to do in Val Gardena

Sella Pass is our only sight pick in Val Gardena; here is what else we recommend there. 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 Sella Pass itself, we suggest: Morning.

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 Sella Pass, so hours and directions come straight from the map app.

Address
Sella Pass, 39048 Sëlva, Autonomous Province of Bolzano – South Tyrol, Italy
Coordinates
46.50917, 11.75828
Destination
Val Gardena, Italy

Sella Pass: quick answers

How much time do you need at Sella Pass?

Plan on about 45 minutes at Sella Pass. That is our curated estimate for a typical visit; groups that linger will want more.

When is the best time to visit Sella Pass?

Our pick: Morning. Insider tip: Drive early to find parking at the top.

Is Sella Pass free?

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

Where is Sella Pass?

Sella Pass is at Sella Pass, 39048 Sëlva, Autonomous Province of Bolzano – South Tyrol, Italy, in Passo Sella. The Google Maps and Apple Maps links on this page open it for directions.

Which TripsCircle routes include Sella Pass?

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

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