Val Badia is not only a natural and ski paradise, but is also ideal for trekking and mountain biking. This area also offers a unique experience in culture, history and traditions.
Did you know that the Ladin language is more ancient than Italian and that the only Saint of South Tyrol was born in Badia? To get more information the first port of call should probably be the museum “Ladino Ciastel de Tor” in San Martino, a magnificent 13th century castle,  followed by a  visit to the native house of “Santo Giuseppe Freinademetz”  in Oies, “L’Ursus Speleus” (cave with  an exhibit of the prehistorical bear ) in Conturines, Le Viles (typical mountain huts in Val Badia ) and the small Santa Barbara church in La Valle are all worth a visit.

Alta Badia also offers fascinating contemporary cultural events such as “Un libro un rifugio” (a book a refuge- each book being a refuge for the mind). Famous writers and figures such as Beppe Severgnini, Massimo Cacciari, Corrado Augias, Sergio Romano and many others present their books during August afternoons (free entrance).

The Badiamusic Festival (www.badiamusica.it) offers high level classical music concerts.