POZZA DI FASSA AREA
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made for youBuffaure is an easy entry point in Trentino to the famous Sellaronda circuit and to all the places connected to it (from the Gardena Valley to the Alpe di Siusi, from Badia valley to Arabba). It guarantees absolute fun on the slopes and it is one of the Dolomiti Superski areas, a hallmark of quality and reliability for the service provided. Five ski lifts connected to those of Ciampac /Alba di Canazei for over 20 km of slopes which include tracks for all tastes. In addition to the many red runs, such as the much appreciated “Panorama”, there is the renowned “Vulcano” black run with a 38% gradient at its steepest points, a height difference of 566 meters and a total length of 2.5 km. It has always attracted skiers in search of a moment of pure adrenaline, even from far away.
You will constantly be surrounded by the most beautiful peaks of the Dolomites, from the Sella Massif, with the unmistakable Piz Boè, to Catinaccio, from Marmolada to the mythical Sassolungo and Sassopiatto : a breathtaking 360-degrees panorama.
The view becomes a perfect setting to make your first steps on the snow thanks to the blue slope and ski school area located at the arrival point of the Pozza- Buffaure cable car. Here the magic carpets will allow the less experienced to become familiar with skiing and snowboarding, autonomously or with the help of the instructors from the local Ski school Vajolet Pozza di Fassa. between tunnels, obstacles and the ever- present silhouettes of the Salvan characters.
Our winter offer also includes a wide range of quality services: free parking at the cable car valley station and a heated ski room where you can leave your equipment after your day on the snow in order to find it again the next day, ready to be worn for new unforgettable moments on the slopes.
Not to mention the 4 mountain huts on altitude: tasty food, excellent wines and relaxing moments to enjoy in front of the most beautiful sceneries: “Al Zedron”, “La Bolp”, “Rifugio Buffaure” and “Baita Cuz” with its beautiful newly renovated rooms. During the ski descent to Pozza restaurant “Dolomites Geyser” is also worth a stop for a tasty meal or your après ski.
New for winter 2026-2027: the new Buffaure-Col de Valvacin gondola lift! The chairlift built in 1997 has indeed been replaced by a modern 10-seater lift, which guarantees more efficient performance and cutting-edge technology. Now, in less than 4 minutes, you can reach the 2,354 meters of Col de Valvacin and enjoy your skiing day at Buffaure even more.
WINTER IN VAL DI FASSA
Discover the Buffaure ski area
High-altitude maze at Buffaure
BUFFY’S LAIR It is called ‘Buffy’s Lair‘ and it is a massive wooden maze. And massive it truly is! Its dimensions are genuinely impressive: it covers a remarkable 400 square meters, divided into many small corridors. The maze was created by Trentino artist Franz Avancini, using mostly wood and natural materials. A true work of art, just like the ones this artist has long accustomed us to. Buffy’s lair is situated next to the Buffaure Refuge, just a few steps from the arrival of the cable car. This is an original project designed for children, but one that will certainly intrigue and thrill adults as well. Everyone can venture inside the wooden corridors in search of Buffy the rabbit’s lair. Along the way, you might stumble upon three hidden alcoves containing various surprises. In short, it will be fun for all ages to find yourself momentarily lost among games and optical illusions, such as the hilarious upside-down room. A fun and engaging way to forget about the world “outside” and get back to your childhood. Finally, hidden at the center of the maze is the most anticipated surprise: a giant sculpture made of woven branches depicting Buffy the rabbit itself. […]
Artwork on the slopes at Buffaure
At Buffaure, you don’t just ski; you immerse yourself in a perfect blend of slopes, dreamy snow-covered landscapes, and artworks that make the experience even more magical. Next to the ski runs, in fact, you can admire a majestic eagle, a pack of wolves, as well as charming thrones and truly curious seating installations. The Buffaure ski area hosts numerous wooden artworks created by Franz Avancini—a Trentino artist who has been on the scene for over twenty years with countless spectacular creations to his credit—and Marco Nones, another artist who lives and works in Val di Fiemme, known as a performer and exponent of environmental art. The artworks by Marco Nones that make up ‘The Seated Path’ are only visible in summer, as they are positioned along the panoramic ridges connecting Col de Valvacin to Sella Brunech. THE PACK OF WOLVES Skiing down from Col de Valvacin toward the Buffaure plateau, just below Baita Cuz, you will come across five highly impressive wolves—six meters long and nearly two meters high—covered in a weave of branches gathered from the local forest floor. A true wonder created by artist Francesco Franz Avancini. ‘For each wolf,’ Avancini explains, ‘my collaborators Igor and Simone […]
Panorama Ski Tour
The Ski Tour Panorama winds along a remarkable seventy kilometers of perfectly groomed slopes, offering skiers breathtaking views of the most iconic Dolomite peaks in Val di Fassa.
Ski school and Ski school area Buffaure
HIGH ALTITUDE SKI SCHOOL AREA The Buffaure area also features the ‘Salvan’ blue slope, named after the legendary character who inhabits these woods. This easy slope completes the resort’s offering alongside the more challenging red slopes, including the highly popular ‘Panorama’, and the daring ‘Vulcano’. With its peak gradients of 38%, a vertical drop of 566 meters, and a total length of 2.5 km, the ‘Vulcano’ has always attracted countless enthusiasts to the circuit in search of a moment of pure adrenaline. The 1650 meters long slope is served by the ‘Buffaure di Sotto’ lift. It allows the little ones and the less experienced (included those who arrive from the connected Sellaronda circuit), to ski downhill in one of the most scenic areas of the Fassa valley, with an incredible view that especially in the first part of the track, embraces the main peaks of the Dolomites: from Sassolungo to Sassopiatto, from Catinaccio to Sella Group and Marmolada. The ski school practice area is situated uphill, in the Buffaure basin. Three magic carpets will help the less experienced to become confident with skiing and snowboarding, among tunnels, skittles and the silhouettes of the Salvan characters. You can also rely on […]
Buffaure mountain refuges in winter
Experience pure high-altitude flavours in the stunning setting of the Buffaure Ski Area, where authentic Alpine hospitality meets the breathtaking panorama of the Val di Fassa Dolomites. Here, five exceptional mountain huts are ready to delight your senses, blending the flavours of ancient Ladin and Trentino traditions with refined culinary creations, all prepared with care and passion. Once you reach the Buffaure basin, you can choose between the modern, finely renovated Chalet la Bolp and the warm welcome of Rifugio Buffaure, famous for its spectacular, sun-drenched terrace. If you want to touch the sky with your fingertips, take the modern Buffaure-Col de Valvacin cable car to reach an altitude of 2,354 meters. Awaiting you up there is Rifugio El Zedron, which offers a spectacular view of the Marmolada to admire while savouring high-altitude delicacies. For those seeking a rejuvenating stop along the slopes, Baita Cuz proves to be a true oasis of peace nestled in the heart of the mountain. In addition to excellent cuisine, this lodge offers exclusive panoramic suites, ideal for treating yourself to the dream of falling asleep and waking up surrounded by the silence of the peaks. Finally, descending towards Pozza di Fassa, right at the […]
Ski Room & Rental Buffaure
AT BUFFAURE YOU FIND EVERYTHING YOU NEED Tired of carrying your heavy and bulky ski equipment, which sometimes makes your car dirty, back and forth from the hotel? In Buffaure there is the solution that suits you! The heated ski room where you can leave your equipment in total safety and find it the next day perfectly dry and ready for a new day on the snow. The ski room which opens directly onto the free car park at the departure point of the “Pozza- Buffaure” cable car is equipped with 200 lockers that can accomodate up to 400 pairs of skis or snowboards and related boots. And in order to provide total comfort, at the end of the day you can access it directly from the door at the end of the track, right where you finish. The ski room is open every day from 8 am to 7 pm non- stop. It also offers a ski service both for the following day and on demand, so it is available for a short pit stop for waxing or other needs. The ski room offers the possibility of renting skis for all ages, for a carefree experience on the slopes. […]
