The circuit
The Sella Ronda goes around the Sella massif and crosses four passes. Clockwise it is the orange route; anti-clockwise it is green. Dolomiti Superski and the Val Gardena tourist site agree on the passes and the direction colours but give different distances (about 40 km and 44 km), so treat the length as approximate and plan 4 to 6 hours. Start before 10:00 and cross the last pass before about 15:30.
Starting from Val di Fassa
- Canazei: the Belvedere gondola. See Canazei.
- Campitello di Fassa: the Col Rodella cable car. See Campitello.
You must have a Dolomiti Superski pass for the full circuit; the price PDF for 2026-27 was not read, so we give no price. Winter opening dates are on our winter page.
Return by bus
If you do not finish the loop, check the evening bus options with the Canazei tourist office and the Guest Card terms (getting there).
Tours
Dolomites tours from Venice, Verona and Bolzano cross the Sella passes by road. A private Great Dolomites Road day trip from Bolzano is on GetYourGuide (5.0 from 21 reviews, November 2026).
Sleep near the lifts
Canazei and Campitello put you at the start of the circuit; see where to stay.
Compare Dolomites tours on ViatorExtra option; the tours above are on GetYourGuide.
We found no verified summer Sella Ronda by bike or bus information, so this page covers the ski circuit only.
Frequently asked questions
How long does the Sella Ronda take?
Plan 4 to 6 hours. Sources disagree on distance: about 40 km with 13 to 14 km on lifts, or 44 km with 21 km on lifts.
Which direction is best?
Both work. Clockwise is marked orange and anti-clockwise green. Choose by where you start and by the day's sun and queues; we do not rank them.
What time should I start?
Before 10:00, and cross the last pass before about 15:30, per the circuit guides.
Can I do the Sella Ronda from Val di Fassa?
Yes. Canazei (Belvedere gondola) and Campitello (Col Rodella) connect to it. A Dolomiti Superski pass is required.
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