May I drive my private car up to the Seiser Alm?

Yes, you may – up to Compatsch. The access road is open to private vehicles before 9:00 am and after 5:00 pm. There are two pay-and-display car parks on the Seiser Alm. If both are already full before 9:00 am, access will be closed and you will not be allowed to pass the checkpoint at St. Valentin. In general, however, we recommend taking the Seiser Alm cable car.

When is access to the Seiser Alm permitted?

The access road is open to private vehicles before 9:00 am and after 5:00 pm.

What is the checkpoint at St. Valentin & what should I know about it?

The St. Valentin checkpoint, also called Infopoint, is a staffed cabin along the road to the Seiser Alm. Here you receive information and your parking ticket for P1 (Spitzbühl) or P2 (Compatsch). You must decide in advance which car park you intend to use. If both car parks are full, you will be informed at the checkpoint and required to return to the valley.

When may I drive down from the Seiser Alm into the valley?

You may drive down from Compatsch at any time. Restrictions apply only to uphill traffic.

How many car parks are there on the Seiser Alm?

There are two pay-and-display car parks. Parking at P1 (Spitzbühl) costs €15.00 per day per vehicle. Parking at P2 in Compatsch costs €30.00 per day per vehicle, corresponding to the price of an ascent and descent with the Seiser Alm gondola lift. Coaches pay €160.00 per day.

What should I be aware of when parking at P2 (Compatsch)?

Car park P2 has two entrance barriers above Hotel Zorzi and two exit barriers (one at the entrance, one at the bus turning area). Parking on the Seiser Alm is prohibited from 11:00 pm to 6:00 am. During this time, entrance barriers do not open. Exit barriers operate at all times. Please pay your ticket before leaving, at the ticket machines in the new attendant’s cabin. Payment is possible in cash or by credit card. The sliding door of the cabin is open from 7:30 am to 7:00 pm; outside these hours your parking ticket serves as the door opener. Current fees: €30.00 per day per vehicle, coaches €160.00 per day. Only a daily rate exists, with 10 minutes of free parking. Lost tickets incur double the daily fee. Further information is available at the Seiser Alm gondola lift ticket office, via info@seiseralmbahn.it or by phone at +39 0471 704 270.

What should I be aware of when parking at P1 (Spitzbühl)?

The parking fee at P1 is €15.00 per day per vehicle and can only be paid in cash. Bank or credit card payments are not possible. Parking on the Seiser Alm is prohibited from 11:00 pm to 6:00 am. The ticket includes a discount for the Spitzbühl lift or bus line 14 (Spitzbühl–Compatsch). Line 14 operates from 15 June to 28 September 2026 with a small shuttle bus. Spitzbühl → Compatsch: €4.00 per single ride Compatsch → Spitzbühl: free for everyone With a Spitzbühl lift ticket, Südtirol Pass, Combi Card, Seiser Alm Card Gold and Dolomiti Supersummer Card, the journey from Spitzbühl to Compatsch is free. From 3 November 2025 to 30 April 2026, no parking fee is charged. Note: Coaches may park only at P2 in Compatsch.

What is the main difference between car parks P1 & P2?

Location and price. Car park P1 (Spitzbühl) is located at the bottom station of the Spitzbühl lift, slightly below Compatsch, and costs €15.00 per day. From P1, you can reach Compatsch via a 30-minute uphill walking trail. Car park P2 (Compatsch) is located directly in Compatsch, near the top station of the Seiser Alm cable car, and costs €30.00 per day.

Is there a parking ban on the Seiser Alm?

Yes, parking is prohibited between 11:00 pm and 6:00 am, and violations will be fined.

Is camping allowed on the Seiser Alm?

No, camping is only permitted at the campsite in Völs am Schlern. Please check availability in advance, especially during holiday periods and weekends, as capacity is often limited. Wild camping, pitching tents or sleeping in vehicles of any kind is strictly prohibited on the Seiser Alm, in the Schlern–Rosengarten Nature Park and throughout the Dolomites Region Seiser Alm. Private property may not be used for camping either. Please respect these regulations to help us protect this sensitive landscape.

Should I go by car or use the Seiser Alm cable car?

We recommend taking the Seiser Alm cable car. It is the quickest and most convenient way to reach the Seiser Alm. At the bottom station, cars and coaches can park free of charge on the large outdoor car park, and there are two additional pay-and-display parking garages. If you prefer not to use the cable car, you can take the Seiser Alm Express (line 10), which provides an alternative route to the Seiser Alm.

Are there exceptions for people with a European Disability Card?

Yes. Holders of an official European Disability Card may drive up to the Seiser Alm and to Compatsch at any time. Reserved, free parking spaces are available for them in Compatsch. The European Parking Card for people with disabilities must be placed visibly on the dashboard. If all reserved spaces are occupied, the pay car park P2 is available.

Which rules apply if my accommodation is located on the Seiser Alm?

If you have booked accommodation on the Seiser Alm, special access regulations apply. On your day of arrival, you may drive onto the Seiser Alm at any time and continue as far as your accommodation. On your day of departure, you may leave your accommodation at any time. During your stay, you may drive from your accommodation to Compatsch before 10:00 am and after 5:00 pm. The special driving permit for access to the Seiser Alm is issued upon arrival at the checkpoint in St. Valentin or can be obtained in advance from your hosts.

Which regulations apply when the Seiser Alm cable car is not operating?

During the intermediate seasons – from mid-April to mid-May and from early November to early December – the Seiser Alm cable car is closed. During this period, the road to Compatsch is open to private traffic all day. Parking fees at Car Park P2 in Compatsch are €15.00 per day per car and €80.00 per day per coach. As an alternative to travelling by private car, you can use Bus Line 179 during the intermediate season. The bus runs three times in the morning and three times in the afternoon up to the Seiser Alm. With the Südtirol Guest Pass, travel on this line is free of charge.

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Access to the Seiser Alm

All restrictions & useful information

The Seiser Alm covers 56 km², making it the largest high-Alpine pasture in Europe. It is a protected landscape area and part of the Schlern–Rosengarten Nature Park. This unique natural environment is exceptionally beautiful and highly worthy of protection. For this reason, access by private vehicle is only permitted under certain conditions. Here you will find all the information at a glance.

Driving up to the Seiser Alm and down You may drive your private car up to Compatsch only before 9:00 am and after 5:00 pm. After hiking, biking or skiing, you may drive down into the valley at any time.

Camping ban Camping on the Seiser Alm is prohibited and will be fined. Parking is also forbidden between 11:00 pm and 6:00 am.

Parking areas Your parking spot at P1 (Spitzbühl) or P2 (Compatsch) must be reserved online in advance – both subject to a fee.

Cycling to the Seiser Alm Access restrictions do not apply to bicycles. You may cycle up to the Seiser Alm at any time.

Online reservation for P1 Spitzbühl and P2 Compatsch

Seiser Alm parking reservation from May 2026

Starting from the summer season 2026, you will need to make an online advance reservation for the Seiser Alm parking lots P1 Spitzbühl and P2 Compatsch. You can make your reservation up to six days before your arrival, allowing you to plan your parking safely and stress-free. Please note that even with a reserved parking space, the Seiser Alm access rules still apply: the road is closed to private vehicles between 09:00 and 17:00. This means you need to arrive before 09:00 to reach the parking lots with your own vehicle. Plan your arrival accordingly and bring your booking confirmation so you can enjoy your stay on the Seiser Alm from the very beginning.

Parking reservations will be available starting May 2026!

Access restrictions for private vehicles

All about access to the Seiser Alm

The Seiser Alm lies within a protected landscape area and the Schlern–Rosengarten Nature Park. Therefore, access for private vehicles is restricted. Here you’ll find all details about what is permitted and when. Your accommodation and the local tourist offices can also provide comprehensive information.

: Yes, you may – up to Compatsch. The access road is open to private vehicles before 9:00 am and after 5:00 pm. There are two pay-and-display car parks on the Seiser Alm. If both are already full before 9:00 am, access will be closed and you will not be allowed to pass the checkpoint at St. Valentin. In general, however, we recommend taking the Seiser Alm cable car.
: The access road is open to private vehicles before 9:00 am and after 5:00 pm.
: The St. Valentin checkpoint, also called Infopoint, is a staffed cabin along the road to the Seiser Alm. Here you receive information and your parking ticket for P1 (Spitzbühl) or P2 (Compatsch). You must decide in advance which car park you intend to use. If both car parks are full, you will be informed at the checkpoint and required to return to the valley.
: You may drive down from Compatsch at any time. Restrictions apply only to uphill traffic.
: There are two pay-and-display car parks. Parking at P1 (Spitzbühl) costs €15.00 per day per vehicle. Parking at P2 in Compatsch costs €30.00 per day per vehicle, corresponding to the price of an ascent and descent with the Seiser Alm gondola lift. Coaches pay €160.00 per day.
: Car park P2 has two entrance barriers above Hotel Zorzi and two exit barriers (one at the entrance, one at the bus turning area).
Parking on the Seiser Alm is prohibited from 11:00 pm to 6:00 am. During this time, entrance barriers do not open.
Exit barriers operate at all times. Please pay your ticket before leaving, at the ticket machines in the new attendant’s cabin. Payment is possible in cash or by credit card. The sliding door of the cabin is open from 7:30 am to 7:00 pm; outside these hours your parking ticket serves as the door opener.
Current fees: €30.00 per day per vehicle, coaches €160.00 per day. Only a daily rate exists, with 10 minutes of free parking. Lost tickets incur double the daily fee.
Further information is available at the Seiser Alm gondola lift ticket office, via info@seiseralmbahn.it or by phone at +39 0471 704 270.
: The parking fee at P1 is €15.00 per day per vehicle and can only be paid in cash. Bank or credit card payments are not possible. Parking on the Seiser Alm is prohibited from 11:00 pm to 6:00 am.
The ticket includes a discount for the Spitzbühl lift or bus line 14 (Spitzbühl–Compatsch). Line 14 operates from 15 June to 28 September 2026 with a small shuttle bus.

Spitzbühl → Compatsch: €4.00 per single ride

Compatsch → Spitzbühl: free for everyone

With a Spitzbühl lift ticket, Südtirol Pass, Combi Card, Seiser Alm Card Gold and Dolomiti Supersummer Card, the journey from Spitzbühl to Compatsch is free.
From 3 November 2025 to 30 April 2026, no parking fee is charged.
Note: Coaches may park only at P2 in Compatsch.
: Location and price. Car park P1 (Spitzbühl) is located at the bottom station of the Spitzbühl lift, slightly below Compatsch, and costs €15.00 per day. From P1, you can reach Compatsch via a 30-minute uphill walking trail.
Car park P2 (Compatsch) is located directly in Compatsch, near the top station of the Seiser Alm cable car, and costs €30.00 per day.
: Yes, parking is prohibited between 11:00 pm and 6:00 am, and violations will be fined.
: No, camping is only permitted at the campsite in Völs am Schlern. Please check availability in advance, especially during holiday periods and weekends, as capacity is often limited.
Wild camping, pitching tents or sleeping in vehicles of any kind is strictly prohibited on the Seiser Alm, in the Schlern–Rosengarten Nature Park and throughout the Dolomites Region Seiser Alm. Private property may not be used for camping either. Please respect these regulations to help us protect this sensitive landscape.
: We recommend taking the Seiser Alm cable car. It is the quickest and most convenient way to reach the Seiser Alm. At the bottom station, cars and coaches can park free of charge on the large outdoor car park, and there are two additional pay-and-display parking garages.
If you prefer not to use the cable car, you can take the Seiser Alm Express (line 10), which provides an alternative route to the Seiser Alm.
: Yes. Holders of an official European Disability Card may drive up to the Seiser Alm and to Compatsch at any time. Reserved, free parking spaces are available for them in Compatsch.
The European Parking Card for people with disabilities must be placed visibly on the dashboard. If all reserved spaces are occupied, the pay car park P2 is available.
: If you have booked accommodation on the Seiser Alm, special access regulations apply.

On your day of arrival, you may drive onto the Seiser Alm at any time and continue as far as your accommodation.

On your day of departure, you may leave your accommodation at any time.

During your stay, you may drive from your accommodation to Compatsch before 10:00 am and after 5:00 pm.

The special driving permit for access to the Seiser Alm is issued upon arrival at the checkpoint in St. Valentin or can be obtained in advance from your hosts.
: During the intermediate seasons – from mid-April to mid-May and from early November to early December – the Seiser Alm cable car is closed. During this period, the road to Compatsch is open to private traffic all day.
Parking fees at Car Park P2 in Compatsch are €15.00 per day per car and €80.00 per day per coach. As an alternative to travelling by private car, you can use Bus Line 179 during the intermediate season. The bus runs three times in the morning and three times in the afternoon up to the Seiser Alm. With the Südtirol Guest Pass, travel on this line is free of charge.