From the Gardena Pass, you have an unforgettable panoramic view of the surrounding peaks and mountain ranges of the Dolomites. To the south rises the Sella massif, to the north the Cir peaks tower steeply. To the west you can see the famous Sassolungo, and to the east the view extends to the peaks of the Val Badia. Besides numerous cable cars that ascend to the surrounding mountains, you will also find various accommodations at the Gardena Pass.

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June 28, 2023

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The Gardena pass, located at an altitude of 2,121 metres, is one of the most important Dolomite passes. The Gardena pass, in fact, connects Val Badia with Val Gardena. The slope that goes up from Corvara in Badia is longer and more difficult than the one that starts from Selva di Val Gardena. From the pass it is possible to admire the Sella and Cir groups.

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May 13, 2015

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The Gardena Pass is one of the four Sellaronda passes and can be reached from both Corvara and Selva. It is located at an altitude of 2,121 meters below the …

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