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San Martino

Trentino-Alto Adige, Italy · Europe

About San Martino

San Martino works well as a base: 10 minutes from Valle di Casies - Gsies, 17km from Lago di Braies.

San Martino is a town located in Trentino-Alto Adige, Italy. With a population of 315, it is an important destination in Europe.

On a road trip, San Martino sits in Italy, where you drive on the right. It's in the Europe/Rome time zone. Below you'll find where to stay, things to do nearby, and everything you need to add San Martino to your route.

About San Martino

Gsies (German: [ˈɡsiːəs]; Italian: Valle di Casies [ˈvalle di kaˈziːes]) is a valley and comune (municipality) in South Tyrol in northern Italy, located about 70 kilometres (43 mi) northeast of Bolzano, on the border with Austria. Gsies held the FIL World Luge Natural Track Championships 1994.

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What are the best things to do in San Martino?

San Martino offers many attractions including tourist sites, museums, parks, and local restaurants. Explore famous landmarks, scenic roads, and natural wonders on our interactive map and plan your visit.

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Where is San Martino located?

San Martino is located in Trentino-Alto Adige, Italy, Europe. The coordinates are 46.8110 latitude, 12.2268 longitude.

What is the population of San Martino?

San Martino has a population of approximately 315 people, making it a town in Italy.

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Quick Information

Population
315
Continent
Europe
Country
Italy
Region
Trentino-Alto Adige
Timezone
Europe/Rome
Coordinates
46.8110, 12.2268

Emergency & Services

Essential numbers in Italy

Police
113
Ambulance
118
Fire
115
All emergencies
112
Driving side
right

ACI roadside assistance: 803 116. ZTL (limited traffic zones) in city centres are camera-enforced.

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Worth the detour from San Martino

8 notable places within an hour's drive.

mountain pass

Staller Sattel

A 2,052 m crossing into Italy's Antholz valley where the one-lane descent runs on an hourly traffic-light slot: downhill minutes 0–15, uphill 30–45, with the Obersee lake right at the summit.

9 km · about 15 min drive

natural wonder

Lago di Braies

A pristine emerald-green alpine lake in the Dolomites surrounded by towering peaks, often called the pearl of the Alps.

17 km · about 20 min drive

scenic viewpoint

Tre Cime di Lavaredo Viewpoint

One of the Dolomites' most recognisable sights: three massive rock towers rising vertically from alpine meadows, with pull-offs along the toll road.

22 km · about 25 min drive

mountain pass

Passo Tre Croci

A forested 1,805 m pass east of Cortina d'Ampezzo beneath Monte Cristallo, the road link toward Lake Misurina and the Tre Cime, with sweeping Dolomite views on the descent.

28 km · about 35 min drive

landmark

Cortina d'Ampezzo

The Queen of the Dolomites, an elegant alpine resort town surrounded by dramatic peaks that hosted the 1956 Winter Olympics.

31 km · about 35 min drive

mountain pass

Passo delle Erbe (Wurzjoch)

A quiet, narrow 2,006 m Dolomites pass beneath the jagged Peitlerkofel, prized by drivers and cyclists for its emptiness and raw views over Val Badia and the Puez-Odle peaks.

35 km · about 40 min drive

mountain pass

Passo Falzarego

A 2,105 m pass near Cortina with WWI tunnels and a cable car to Lagazuoi's panoramic Dolomite terrace.

36 km · about 40 min drive

mountain pass

Valparola Pass

A 2,168 m Dolomites pass linking Falzarego with Alta Badia, running past WWI fortifications and the Tre Sassi fort museum amid stark scree fields and pale rock towers.

36 km · about 40 min drive

Driving roads near San Martino

  • Right hereStaller SattelA 2,052 m crossing into Italy's Antholz valley where the one-lane descent runs on an hourly traffic-light slot: downhill minutes 0–15, uphill 30–45, with the Obersee lake right at the summit.
  • 22 kmTre Cime di Lavaredo ViewpointOne of the Dolomites' most recognisable sights: three massive rock towers rising vertically from alpine meadows, with pull-offs along the toll road.
  • 28 kmPasso Tre CrociA forested 1,805 m pass east of Cortina d'Ampezzo beneath Monte Cristallo, the road link toward Lake Misurina and the Tre Cime, with sweeping Dolomite views on the descent.
  • 35 kmPasso delle Erbe (Wurzjoch)A quiet, narrow 2,006 m Dolomites pass beneath the jagged Peitlerkofel, prized by drivers and cyclists for its emptiness and raw views over Val Badia and the Puez-Odle peaks.
  • 36 kmPasso FalzaregoA 2,105 m pass near Cortina with WWI tunnels and a cable car to Lagazuoi's panoramic Dolomite terrace.
  • 36 kmValparola PassA 2,168 m Dolomites pass linking Falzarego with Alta Badia, running past WWI fortifications and the Tre Sassi fort museum amid stark scree fields and pale rock towers.

Driving in Italy

Drives on
the right
Petrol
~€1.82/litre
Motorway tolls
~€8.50/100km

When to drive here

April to October

Nearby Destinations

Other places to explore near San Martino.

Valle di Casies - Gsies

🇮🇹 Italy

6 km awayPop. 2,098

Villabassa

🇮🇹 Italy

9 km awayPop. 1,390

Dobbiaco

🇮🇹 Italy

9 km awayPop. 2,373

San Candido

🇮🇹 Italy

10 km awayPop. 2,282

Monguelfo

🇮🇹 Italy

11 km awayPop. 1,450

Innervillgraten

🇦🇹 Austria

11 km awayPop. 938

Braies

🇮🇹 Italy

12 km awayPop. 633

Rasun Anterselva - Rasen-Antholz

🇮🇹 Italy

14 km awayPop. 2,700

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