Planning a trip to the Dolomites
A successful Dolomites trip also comes down to logistics: the right time of year, mountain weather, how to get there and move between valleys and passes, which lifts are open and what a ski pass costs. These are the details that turn a good idea into a trip that runs smoothly.
In this section you'll find everything you need to plan your trip: weather and seasons, ski lifts, the great Dolomite passes to cross by car, motorbike or bike, how to get around with or without a car, and the basic rules for tackling the mountains safely, summer and winter.
Weather & seasons
When to go, mountain forecasts and valley webcams.
Ski lifts
Dolomiti Superski, ski passes and summer cable cars.
Mountain passes
Pordoi, Sella, Gardena, Giau: the most scenic passes by car or motorbike.
Getting around
Arriving by train or car, parking, shuttle buses and traffic zones.
Mountain safety
Equipment, mountain rescue and avalanche bulletins.