Arabba
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Latest page update: 25 May 2025
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By: Dion Protani
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Where to Stay
Where to Stay in Arabba
Arabba has a strong concentration of established hotels, reflecting its position as one of the key bases on the Sella Ronda and a popular starting point for both winter sports and summer hiking. Most accommodation sits close to the lifts or along the main road through the village, giving visitors quick access to the ski circuits, high-level trails and mountain passes. Standards are consistently good, with hotels focused on alpine comfort, attentive hospitality and facilities suited to active travellers.
Among the top options, Sporthotel Arabba offers an elegant alpine atmosphere with refined interiors, excellent dining and consistently high guest satisfaction for comfort and service (€€€€). Hotel Evaldo provides a traditional stay with a well-regarded wellness area, welcoming hospitality and steady positive reviews for both facilities and cuisine (€€€). For a slightly smaller alternative, Hotel Malita delivers comfortable rooms, friendly service and a convenient central position close to the lifts, earning solid feedback from guests for overall value and location (€€€).
Among the top options, Sporthotel Arabba offers an elegant alpine atmosphere with refined interiors, excellent dining and consistently high guest satisfaction for comfort and service (€€€€). Hotel Evaldo provides a traditional stay with a well-regarded wellness area, welcoming hospitality and steady positive reviews for both facilities and cuisine (€€€). For a slightly smaller alternative, Hotel Malita delivers comfortable rooms, friendly service and a convenient central position close to the lifts, earning solid feedback from guests for overall value and location (€€€).
Where is
Where is Arabba?
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The ski resort of Arabba is located within the Province of Belluno and has a population of around 300 inhabitants. It's situated 70 kilometres from the city of Belluno and around 170 kilometres north west of Venice, the regional capital of Veneto.
Standing at an elevation of 1,602 metres above sea level, Arabba is a frazione of the comune Livinallongo del Col di Lana. |
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Arabba - frazione di Livinallongo del Col di Lana
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Comune: Livinallongo del Col di Lana
Province: Belluno Region: Veneto Elevation: 1,602 metres Close by: Cortina d'Ampezzo, Alleghe, Canazei, Corvara Recommended accommodation: Hotel Alpenrose |
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Arabba is a mountain resort in the province of Belluno, set at the base of the Sella Massif in the heart of the Dolomites. Its location on the Pordoi Pass makes it one of the key centres for high-altitude tourism, with alpine houses, hotels, and facilities catering to visitors year-round. The village is surrounded by some of the most dramatic Dolomite peaks, giving it an outstanding natural backdrop.
It is part of the Dolomiti Superski circuit, providing direct access to extensive ski slopes in winter, while in summer it is popular with hikers and cyclists tackling the challenging passes of the Sella Ronda. Road connections lead over the passes to Canazei, Corvara, and Cortina d’Ampezzo, ensuring Arabba’s place on the main route through the central Dolomites.
It is part of the Dolomiti Superski circuit, providing direct access to extensive ski slopes in winter, while in summer it is popular with hikers and cyclists tackling the challenging passes of the Sella Ronda. Road connections lead over the passes to Canazei, Corvara, and Cortina d’Ampezzo, ensuring Arabba’s place on the main route through the central Dolomites.
Things to Do
Things to Do in Arabba
- Sella Ronda Ski Circuit is one of Arabba’s main winter attractions, offering direct access to the Dolomiti Superski network. The circuit connects four mountain passes and multiple ski resorts via a loop of lifts and pistes. Arabba provides some of the steepest slopes in the area, with links to Corvara, Canazei, and Val Gardena.
- Porta Vescovo Cable Car departs from the centre of the village and reaches high-altitude slopes with views over the Marmolada Glacier. In summer, the lift provides access to hiking and mountain biking trails along the ridges and alpine meadows. The summit area includes panoramic terraces and alpine huts.
- Chiesa di San Pietro Apostolo is the parish church of Arabba, located near the entrance to the village. It features a stone bell tower and a modest alpine-style interior with frescoes and wooden furnishings. The church remains active and reflects the region’s Ladin cultural heritage.
- Sellaronda MTB Track and Summer Trails form part of a wide network of cycling and hiking routes through the Dolomites. Trails from Arabba range from technical downhill sections to family-friendly paths along the valley floor. Local rental shops offer bikes, maps, and guided tours during the summer season.
- Great War Open-Air Museum and Historical Routes can be explored on nearby trails that pass former military posts, trenches, and viewpoints used during World War I. Interpretive panels explain the historical significance of the surrounding peaks. These routes are part of a broader network of historical hikes in the Dolomites.
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Arabba Tours and Activities
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How to Get to Arabba
By Rail: Arabba does not have its own train station. The nearest station is in Belluno, about 70 kilometres away, on the Venice–Calalzo line operated by Trenitalia. From Venice, trains to Belluno take around 2 hours with a change at Conegliano or Montebelluna. From Belluno, Arabba can be reached in about 1 hour and 30 minutes by car or bus, passing through the Agordino Valley.
By Road: Arabba is situated in the Dolomites at the foot of the Passo Pordoi, within the province of Belluno. From Belluno, the distance is about 70 kilometres, with a driving time of around 1 hour and 30 minutes. From Bolzano, the journey is approximately 70 kilometres and takes about 1 hour and 40 minutes. Parking is available near the ski lifts and around the centre of the village.
Nearest International Airports:
By Road: Arabba is situated in the Dolomites at the foot of the Passo Pordoi, within the province of Belluno. From Belluno, the distance is about 70 kilometres, with a driving time of around 1 hour and 30 minutes. From Bolzano, the journey is approximately 70 kilometres and takes about 1 hour and 40 minutes. Parking is available near the ski lifts and around the centre of the village.
Nearest International Airports:
- Venice Marco Polo Airport: About 170 kilometres from Arabba, with a drive of around 2 hours and 40 minutes. The most convenient airport, offering extensive European and intercontinental services.
- Treviso Canova Airport: Approximately 150 kilometres away, with a driving time of about 2 hours and 30 minutes. Serves mainly low-cost European routes.
- Verona Villafranca Airport: Roughly 210 kilometres from Arabba, taking about 3 hours and 10 minutes by car. Provides both domestic and international flights.
Private Transfers
Arabba Private Transfers
A private transfer is the easiest way to travel to or from Arabba, giving you a direct service without the need to plan bus changes or drive the steep Dolomite roads yourself. You’ll be collected from your chosen location and driven by a local, professional driver, ensuring a safe and comfortable journey.
From Arabba, the nearest hub is Bolzano, which can be reached in about 1 hour 30 minutes, a distance of 75 km. Treviso Airport is around 2 hours 10 minutes away at 140 km, while Venice Marco Polo Airport can be reached in roughly 2 hours 20 minutes, covering 155 km. A transfer to Verona Villafranca Airport usually takes 2 hours 40 minutes with a journey of 200 km. For longer trips, Milan Malpensa Airport is about 4 hours away, a distance of 350 km.
To request a quote or check availability for a private transfer, just fill out the short form below and we’ll get back to you with all the details.
From Arabba, the nearest hub is Bolzano, which can be reached in about 1 hour 30 minutes, a distance of 75 km. Treviso Airport is around 2 hours 10 minutes away at 140 km, while Venice Marco Polo Airport can be reached in roughly 2 hours 20 minutes, covering 155 km. A transfer to Verona Villafranca Airport usually takes 2 hours 40 minutes with a journey of 200 km. For longer trips, Milan Malpensa Airport is about 4 hours away, a distance of 350 km.
To request a quote or check availability for a private transfer, just fill out the short form below and we’ll get back to you with all the details.
