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Ski resorts in South Tyrol

Introduction to the most interesting winter sports regions by locals in South Tyrol with comprehensive descriptions, practical insider tips, and visual material.

Ski holiday

South Tyrol is undoubtedly one of the top destinations in Europe for your ski holiday. Tourism has a long tradition here, on the sunny side of the Alps, and the South Tyrolean ski resorts are among the pioneers of Alpine skiing. Regularly national and international major events and ski races take place, from the Alpine Ski World Championships in 1970 to the annual World Cup races in Val Gardena and Alta Badia.South Tyrol's ski resorts consistently have top-class infrastructure with the most modern lifts and cable cars, efficient snowmaking, and everything that currently belongs to skiing fun. Varied and perfectly groomed slopes ensure unclouded skiing pleasure, quaint ski huts and chilled après-ski for coziness and atmosphere also away from the sporting activity. In addition, there are the well-known high quality standards of the South Tyrolean tourist establishments and the almost legendary South Tyrolean hospitality.

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Quality and individuality

The South Tyrolean ski resorts also convince with individuality and diversity. From the small, idyllic and stress-free ski resort to the trendy winter sports center, everything is represented. And so we are also convinced that in South Tyrol every guest – whether family or single, young or old, pleasure vacationer or party animal – will find the suitable hotel in South Tyrol and holiday destination. Of course, the famous, sunny and generally mild climate of South Tyrol is also a hit in winter. Where else do you find snow reliability with such a high number of sunny days? And let's be honest: Skiing is simply more fun in perfect weather.

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Ski Lift Lane Ridnaun

Those who are not yet quite confident on their skis should take note of the Gasse ski lift in Ridnaun, where both young and old are transported to the mountain station by means of a button lift.

Paolina Piste - Skiarena Karersee, hinten links die Pra di Tori Abfahrt
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Skiarena Carezza

Small but exquisite. That could be the motto of the Skiarea Carzza Dolomites. The ski resort has 40 kilometers of slopes southeast of Bolzano.

Snowpark Schnalstal
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Schnalstal Glacier Ski Resort

The ski area at the Schnalstal Glacier is well accessible in the Vinschgau at an altitude of 2,000 meters. Nevertheless, or perhaps for this very reason, the route leads many skiers with different needs here every season.

Ski Resort Ratschings-Jaufen
Ratschings-Jaufen Ski Resort

The ski resort Ratschings-Jaufen is only 15 km past the Brenner and can be reached from the highway exit in Sterzing in just 14 minutes.

Ski Resort Plose
Plose Ski Resort

10 lift facilities and numerous slopes (43km) with varying levels of difficulty ensure pure winter sports enjoyment from December to the end of March in the Plose ski area, right in the middle of the Dolomites.

Obereggen (1550 m) Skizentrum-Latemar
Obereggen Ski Resort

The winter sports area Obereggen, which is only 20 minutes away from the capital Bolzano, offers perfectly groomed slopes between 1,550 and 2,500 meters above sea level. In total, the area comprises 49 kilometers of slopes and 18 modern lift facilities.

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Ski fun in Meran 2000

The ski resort Meran 2000, a sunny winter paradise above the spa town of Meran, offers a diverse range of activities for winter sports enthusiasts. With an altitude between 1,609 and 2,350 meters and an excellent infrastructure, it is an ideal place for skiers, snowboarders, and winter hikers.

Kronplatz cable car and ski slope
Ski Mountain Kronplatz

The characteristic Kronplatz summit at a height of 2,275m is an ideal ski mountain. From a distance, one can recognize the typical ‘bald head‘. More than 200 snow cannons can be used for snowmaking and 35 piste bashers ensure optimal slope conditions.

Ski area Klausberg (Steinhaus)
Skiworld Ahrntal: Klausberg and Speikboden ski resorts

The Skiworld Ahrntal, an idyllic ski resort in South Tyrol, offers a perfect mix of sporting challenge and family fun in a breathtaking Alpine setting.

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Skiing in the Hochpustertal

The 3 Zinnen Dolomites ski area, with its five connected ski mountains and a total of 115 kilometers of slopes, offers an ideal skiing experience for connoisseurs. Characterized by an unparalleled variety of slopes, top-class slope preparation, and guaranteed snow reliability, the area meets the highest demands. The natural beauty of the Dolomites, which makes skiing in this region a unique experience, is particularly noteworthy.

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Ski Resort Schöneben-Haideralm

The Schöneben-Haideralm ski area, located at the picturesque Reschen Pass in the border triangle between South Tyrol, North Tyrol, and the Engadin, is considered a true gem for winter sports enthusiasts. With an altitude range between 1,450 and 2,390 meters and modern snow-making facilities, the ski area offers snow reliability until late spring.

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Val Gardena Ski Resort

The world-famous ski resort has a lot to offer. Most people know Val Gardena because of the legendary World Cup ski races that attract thousands of fans every year and are broadcast worldwide on television.

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Ski Resort Ladurns

Just behind the Brenner Pass, far away from the highway, there are excellent winter sports opportunities in the natural side valleys.

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Gitschberg Jochtal Ski Resort

The Gitschberg ski area is located between 1,400m and 2,500m above sea level above Meransen. Among the many advantages of the area are the wide, perfectly groomed slopes that offer all skiers and snowboarders enough space for free riding.

Alta Badia / Praloncia ski area with Puetzgruppe
Alta Badia Ski Resort

The famous Alta Badia ski resort is centrally located in the Dolomites. The highest mountain stations are at an altitude of around 2,500 meters. With the ‘Dolomiti Superski Pass‘ from the Dolomiti Superski network, you can also use the facilities in Alta Badia.

Ultental - Ski panorama
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Ski Resort Schwemmalm

Fantastic slopes and snow fun on the Schwemmalm in the Ultental: The skiing fun starts right here at the doorstep!

Aerial view of the Grödnerjoch ski area
South Tyrol‘s legendary ski slopes

South Tyrol is known all over the world as a winter sports paradise.

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