Italy · City Guide
Alpe di Siusi
Alpe di Siusi is Europe's largest high-altitude alpine meadow, a breathtaking plateau of green pastures and wildflowers above the Dolomites in South Tyrol, framed by the extraordinary rocky peaks of the Sassolungo and Sciliar massifs. Whether visited in summer for hiking and cycling or in winter for skiing and snowshoeing, the Alpe di Siusi provides one of the most beautiful alpine experiences available anywhere in Europe.
Explore Alpe di Siusi →Elect's take
"Alpe di Siusi is one of the most beautiful landscapes I have encountered anywhere in the Alps. The combination of the vast green plateau, the extraordinary Dolomite peaks and the quality of the South Tyrolean hospitality creates an experience of remarkable beauty and refinement."
The Alpe di Siusi plateau sits at around 1800 metres and is closed to private vehicles, accessible only by cable car from Siusi or by shuttle bus, which preserves its extraordinary tranquillity. In summer the wildflower meadows are extraordinary, with the rocky towers of the Sassolungo rising dramatically above. The Seiser Alm ski area provides excellent skiing in winter with beautiful scenery. The rifugio culture of the Dolomites is wonderful here, with excellent mountain huts serving outstanding South Tyrolean food and wine. The villages of Castelrotto and Ortisei below provide beautiful bases.
Best time to visit
How to get there
What to expect
Alpine Meadows
Europe's largest high-altitude alpine meadow with extraordinary wildflower displays.
Dolomite Peaks
The dramatic rocky towers of Sassolungo and Sciliar framing the plateau.
Seiser Alm Skiing
Outstanding winter skiing in a spectacular setting across the high plateau.
Summer Hiking
Exceptional walking routes across the meadows with extraordinary mountain views.
South Tyrolean Cuisine
Outstanding mountain food combining Italian and Austrian traditions in the rifugi and villages.
Ladin Culture
The ancient Ladin language and culture of the Dolomite valleys preserved here.