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In the heart of the Dolomites, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, Alta Badia stands out as one of the most attractive alpine destinations for lovers of mountain cuisine. The area combines fine dining, including two Michelin-starred restaurants, with gourmet experiences and a network of mountain huts and traditional eateries preserving authentic Ladin heritage.
Alongside haute cuisine, traditional recipes and local flavours are still deeply rooted in the region. Summer becomes the perfect season to explore Alta Badia through a rich programme of events where nature, culture and gastronomy come together in immersive experiences.
A summer calendar of food events and mountain experiences
During the summer months, Alta Badia offers a wide range of events across the valley: mountain huts, villages, alpine meadows and farms. Wine tastings, themed dinners, cooking workshops and cultural experiences allow visitors to discover the region from an authentic perspective.
Dinner under the stars in Colfosco – June 30
In the village of Colfosco, “Dinner under the stars” offers a unique shared dining experience under the summer sky.
A long communal table welcomes guests with a menu dedicated to alpine herbs. In the afternoon, a guided hike introduces participants to wild herbs, their habitat and traditional uses.
In case of bad weather, the event is postponed to July 2.
Nöt d’Arjént: dinner and stargazing – July 29
At the foot of the Santa Croce massif, “Nöt d’Arjént” takes place on July 29, combining gastronomy, nature and astronomy.
Mountain huts host a candlelit dinner in an intimate atmosphere. After dinner, guests enjoy guided stargazing under the full moon. Live piano music enhances the emotional experience.
In case of bad weather, the event is postponed to the following day.
Saus di Paurs: hike, farms and Ladin cuisine – September 10
On September 10 at 1:30 PM, the experience starts in Badia with “Saus di Paurs”, an immersive journey through hiking, culture and gastronomy.
Participants walk through meadows and farms, collecting local ingredients and learning about rural life. The experience ends with a traditional Ladin dinner at a mountain hut.
The project also involves students from the ITE school of La Villa as part of the “School and Tourism” initiative.
Vins alaleria: outdoor wine tastings
“Vins alaleria” features five wine tasting events dedicated to the wines of South Tyrol, guided by sommelier André Senoner.
The tastings take place in stunning natural locations such as waterfalls, lakes and alpine huts, offering different formats including blind tastings, sparkling wine sessions and red wine experiences.
Locations include Pisciadú waterfall, Capanna Alpina, Colfosco Animal Park, Sas Dlacia and Lake Lech dla Lé. Reservation is required.
June 26, 2026 – Pisciadú Waterfalls: organic wines in nature
The first event takes place near Colfosco at the Pisciadú waterfalls.
Surrounded by forest and the sound of flowing water, guests taste four high-quality organic and biodynamic wines from South Tyrol.
How to get there:
Park near Hotel Luianta in Colfosco and walk along trail no. 650 for about 20 minutes.
July 15, 2026 – Capanna Alpina: blind sensory tasting
Near Capanna Alpina in San Cassiano, this experience focuses on the senses with a blind tasting of four South Tyrolean wines.
How to get there:
Drive from San Cassiano along SS37, turn toward Capanna Alpina parking, then walk a few minutes through the forest.
July 29, 2026 – Colfosco Animal Park: elegant white wines
At Colfosco Animal Park, guests enjoy a guided tasting of South Tyrolean white wines in a peaceful alpine setting.
How to get there:
Follow SS244 to Colfosco and signs for Plans area.
August 12, 2026 – Sas Dlacia: sparkling wine tasting in the mountains
At Sas Dlacia, near the Fanes-Senes-Braies Natural Park, guests taste premium sparkling wines guided by a sommelier.
How to get there:
From San Cassiano follow SS37 toward Valparola Pass, park at Sciaré and walk 15 minutes along trail no. 11.
August 28, 2026 – Lech dla Lé: wine tasting by the lake
At Lake Lech dla Lé near Santa Croce, guests enjoy a full tasting of sparkling, white, rosé and red wines.
How to get there:
From Rifugio Lé walk about 400 meters through the forest.
September 9, 2026 – Biei: red wines with Dolomite views
Above La Val, in Biei, guests taste South Tyrolean red wines overlooking the Dolomites.
How to get there:
Follow directions from La Val to Biei via Ciablun and Runch farms.
Nos Dales Bales: canederli celebration – July 14
In Badia village, “Nos Dales Bales” celebrates traditional dumplings (canederli) with food stands, music and a festive atmosphere.
Other events across villages, farms and huts
- Ladin cooking workshops – July 8 & 22, August 5 & 26
- Saus te plaza – Colfosco – July 24
- Le lüch te paisc – Corvara in Badia – August 4
- Na cascada de saus – Pisciadú – August 25
- Bread festival in Santa Croce huts – September 4–6
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