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Selva

Trentino-Alto Adige, Italy · Europe

About Selva

Selva works well as a base: 15 minutes from Ortisei, 8km from Great Dolomite Road.

Selva is a town located in Trentino-Alto Adige, Italy. With a population of 1,601, it is an important destination in Europe.

On a road trip, Selva 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 Selva to your route.

About Selva

Sëlva (Ladin: [ˈsɜlva] ; Italian: Selva di Val Gardena [ˈselva di ˌval ɡarˈdeːna, - ɡarˈdɛːna]; German: Wolkenstein in Gröden [ˈvɔlkn̩ʃtaɪn ɪn ˈɡrøːdn̩]) is a comune (municipality) and a village in the Val Gardena in South Tyrol, northern Italy, located about 30 kilometres (19 mi) east of the city of Bolzano. The

Read more Ladin and Italian place names derive from the Latin word silva ("wood").

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Where is Selva located?

Selva is located in Trentino-Alto Adige, Italy, Europe. The coordinates are 46.5547 latitude, 11.7604 longitude.

What is the population of Selva?

Selva has a population of approximately 1,601 people, making it a town in Italy.

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Quick Information

Population
1,601
Continent
Europe
Country
Italy
Region
Trentino-Alto Adige
Timezone
Europe/Rome
Coordinates
46.5547, 11.7604

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 Selva

8 notable places within an hour's drive.

mountain pass

Passo Gardena

A Dolomite pass at the heart of the Sella Ronda circuit, offering jaw-dropping views of jagged limestone towers and emerald-green valleys.

4 km · about 5 min drive

mountain pass

Passo Sella

A stunning Dolomite pass beneath the Sassolungo massif, forming part of the legendary Sella Ronda loop that draws thousands of motorcyclists each summer.

5 km · about 10 min drive

scenic viewpoint

Seceda (Secëda)

A dramatic ridgeline in the Dolomites with jagged peaks rising above lush green meadows, accessible by cable car from Ortisei.

6 km · about 10 min drive

mountain pass

Passo Pordoi

The highest pass in the Dolomites at 2239m and a frequent Giro d'Italia summit finish, with sweeping views across the Marmolada glacier.

8 km · about 15 min drive

famous road

Great Dolomite Road

A legendary alpine driving route through the Dolomites from Bolzano to Cortina d'Ampezzo via dramatic mountain passes.

8 km · about 15 min drive

famous road

Passo dello Stelvio to Passo Pordoi (Dolomite Circuit)

A spectacular loop through the Italian Dolomites connecting multiple legendary passes amid jagged pink limestone peaks.

8 km · about 15 min drive

natural wonder

Alpe di Siusi

Europe's largest high-altitude alpine meadow in the Dolomites, offering sweeping views of the Sassolungo and Sciliar massifs.

10 km · about 20 min drive

mountain pass

Campolongo Pass

The gentlest of the four Sella Ronda passes at 1,875 m, swinging between Arabba and Corvara with grandstand views of the Sella massif and Marmolada glacier.

10 km · about 20 min drive

Driving roads near Selva

  • Right herePasso GardenaA Dolomite pass at the heart of the Sella Ronda circuit, offering jaw-dropping views of jagged limestone towers and emerald-green valleys.
  • Right herePasso SellaA stunning Dolomite pass beneath the Sassolungo massif, forming part of the legendary Sella Ronda loop that draws thousands of motorcyclists each summer.
  • Right hereSeceda (Secëda)A dramatic ridgeline in the Dolomites with jagged peaks rising above lush green meadows, accessible by cable car from Ortisei.
  • Right herePasso PordoiThe highest pass in the Dolomites at 2239m and a frequent Giro d'Italia summit finish, with sweeping views across the Marmolada glacier.
  • Right hereGreat Dolomite RoadA legendary alpine driving route through the Dolomites from Bolzano to Cortina d'Ampezzo via dramatic mountain passes.
  • Right herePasso dello Stelvio to Passo Pordoi (Dolomite Circuit)A spectacular loop through the Italian Dolomites connecting multiple legendary passes amid jagged pink limestone peaks.

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 Selva.

Santa Cristina Valgardena

🇮🇹 Italy

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Ortisei

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7 km awayPop. 4,306

Corvara in Badia

🇮🇹 Italy

9 km awayPop. 756

Canazei

🇮🇹 Italy

9 km awayPop. 1,001

Campitello di Fassa

🇮🇹 Italy

9 km awayPop. 672

San Pietro

🇮🇹 Italy

11 km awayPop. 614

Funes - Villnoess

🇮🇹 Italy

12 km awayPop. 2,379

Mazzin

🇮🇹 Italy

12 km awayPop. 100

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