Hidden gems in Val Gardena

Hidden Gems of Val Gardena

Explore the quieter corners of Val Gardena, away from the main ski runs and busy village centers. This collection features the valley's oldest place of worship, St. Jacob's Church, known for its 15th-century frescoes. The selection also includes the Tervela waterfall and a series of secluded alpine ponds like Lech da Iman and Lech de Lagustel, situated on high-altitude pastures beneath the Odle massifs.

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St.-Jakobs-Kirche

The oldest church in Val Gardena, featuring 15th-century Gothic frescoes and a Baroque high altar. It is located on the historic Troi Paian path above Ortisei.

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Tervela

A waterfall located near Santa Cristina that cascades down the rock face from the Monte Pana plateau.

Lech de Ciampac

Small alpine pond located in the Vallunga valley, surrounded by the steep dolomite cliffs of the Puez-Odle Nature Park.

Lech da Iman

High-altitude lake situated on the Mastlé pastures at the foot of the Odle peaks.

Lech de Lagustel

Secluded mountain lake located on the southern slopes of Mount Pic, accessible via hiking trails from Santa Cristina or Ortisei.

Lech da Plazola

Small mountain pond located near the village of Selva Gardena, serving as a quiet resting point on local walking paths.

Lech de Sciuz

Alpine pond located in the high pastures of the Puez-Odle group, offering views of the surrounding dolomite peaks.

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