Skiing in Arabba
Arabba is a small mountain village in the Italian Dolomites, sitting at the foot of the Sellaronda, the famous ski circuit around the Sella massif. The village belongs to the Arabba-Marmolada area, with 112 kilometres of pistes and 34 lifts between 1,606 and 2,917 metres, and is known among skiers as the sportiest stop on the circuit: the north-facing slopes above the village are among the toughest in the region. Recent winters recorded up to 179 centimetres of snow, and 1 centimetre of fresh snow fell in the past week. Arabba itself is compact and quiet, more a skiers' village than a party town. We list 9 accommodations here, with winter holidays from 920 euros per person.
Last checked: 2026-10-26 · Sources: Open-Meteo (snow data), OpenStreetMap (lifts and pistes), partner offers refreshed daily.
Accommodations in Arabba
Arabba8.4Arabba-Marmolada, Italië
Grifone Dolomiti Resort
Arabba8.8Arabba-Marmolada, Italië
Hotel Al Forte
Arabba8.0Arabba-Marmolada, Italië
Appartementen Chalet Royal
Arabba8.8Arabba-Marmolada, Italië
Appartementen Evaldo
ArabbaArabba-Marmolada, Italië
Chalet Debby
ArabbaArabba-Marmolada, Italië
Hotel Genziana
Arabba8.9Arabba-Marmolada, Italië
Hotel Pordoi
Arabba8.7Arabba-Marmolada, Italië
Hotel Evaldo
Arabba8.7Arabba-Marmolada, Italië
Sporthotel Arabba
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The ski area from Arabba
Arabba-Marmolada counts 112 kilometres of pistes and 34 lifts between 1,606 and 2,917 metres. Directly above the village lie long, mostly north-facing descents with serious vertical; this is terrain where advanced skiers feel at home.
Arabba is also a hub of the Sellaronda: from the village you can ski the famous circuit around the Sella massif in either direction. Towards the Marmolada, the highest mountain of the Dolomites, a spectacular glacier descent awaits. Beginners can get by here, but the emphasis is clearly on red and black pistes.
Snow reliability in Arabba
With pistes up to 2,917 metres and many north-facing slopes, Arabba is one of the better addresses in the Dolomites for snow quality. Recent winters recorded a maximum depth of 179 centimetres, and 1 centimetre of fresh snow fell in the past week, early for October.
The Dolomites receive less natural snow on average than the northern Alps, but cold nights keep the pistes in shape for a long time, and the shaded slopes above Arabba benefit most. Thanks to the altitude, December and March are usually fine, especially higher up towards the Marmolada.
The village of Arabba itself
Arabba is small: a church, a handful of hotels, a few restaurants and bars, grouped around the lifts. The village lies in the Ladin part of the Dolomites, where the Ladin language and culture are still alive alongside Italian.
The atmosphere is calm and focused on skiing; there is no real après-ski scene, although a post-run drink is easy to find. Evenings are about dinner and an early night, because many guests here are in line for the first lift. If you want buzz, pick another stop along the Sellaronda.
Who Arabba suits
Arabba is first and foremost a village for advanced and sporty skiers: the long north-facing descents above the village and the proximity of the Marmolada make it the most challenging base on the Sellaronda.
Intermediates do well too, provided they are comfortable on red runs; for true beginners and families with small children, gentler villages in the region make more sense. With 9 accommodations in our range and prices from 920 euros per person, Arabba is a mid-market destination with a sporty profile.
Practical: getting there and booking
Arabba sits high in the Dolomites, reached via the Brenner route and then mountain roads up from the valley. From the Netherlands or Belgium it is a long drive; the final stretch crosses passes, so winter tyres and possibly chains are sensible.
We list 9 accommodations with packages from 920 euros per person. January and early March combine good snow with lower prices; around Christmas and during Italian holiday weeks the village fills up. Book early, as the bed supply in this small village is limited.
Arabba on the map
Webcams · Arabba
📷 Arabba: Marmolada - Rifugio Burz
📷 Livinallongo del Col di Lana: Arabba - Bec de Roces
📷 Arabba: Marmolada - Bec de Roces
📷 Livinallongo del Col di Lana: Arabba, Marmolada - Pista Fodoma
📷 Livinallongo del Col di Lana: Arabba, Marmolada - Pista Fodoma
📷 Livinallongo del Col di Lana: Arabba, Marmolada - Pista Fodoma
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FAQ about Arabba
How much piste can you ski from Arabba?
From Arabba you reach the Arabba-Marmolada ski area with around 112 km of marked pistes and 34 lifts.
What does a ski holiday in Arabba cost?
Accommodations in Arabba start from around €968 per person; Nivosola compares 9, refreshed daily.
Is there enough snow around Arabba?
Yes. Recent winters in Arabba-Marmolada reached a maximum snow depth of around 179 cm. December to March is the most reliable period.
How high are Arabba and its ski area?
The Arabba-Marmolada area lies between 1,606 and 2,917 metres, with the village in the lower part of that range. The highest points are towards the Marmolada, the tallest mountain in the Dolomites.
Is Arabba suitable for beginners?
Beginners can manage, but the area is known for its demanding red and black descents. If you are just starting out, gentler Sellaronda villages offer more suitable terrain.
Can you ski the Sellaronda from Arabba?
Yes, Arabba is one of the four hubs of the Sellaronda. You can ski the circuit around the Sella massif from the village in either direction.
How quiet is Arabba in the evening?
Very quiet: the village is small and ski-focused, with a few restaurants and bars. For nightlife you need the larger towns in the region.