Dolomites Region Seiser Alm

The higher up you go, the more you realise how large and stunning this high plateau is: with 56 km2, the Seiser Alm is the largest high-altitude Alpine pasture in Europe, extending from 1,600 to 2,950 m above sea level. Encompassing the peaks of the Dolomites, namely the Plattkofel, Langkofel, Schlern and Santnerspitze, the protected area is home to many animals and plants. Get exploring the Schlern-Rosengarten Nature Park and live the best experiences of the winter season, while marmots are hibernating and deer and foxes are still leaving their tracks in the snow.

More than 790 plant species can be found among the pastures or even in the smallest crevice. During springtime, crocuses break through the snow cover, while in summer, anemones, thrifts and gentian decorate the waysides. A place where high pasture has been profitable throughout many generations: today farmers still let their cattle graze on the Seiser Alm. How can you reach Seiser Alm high-altitude Alpine pasture? The Seiser Alm Alpine pasture is accessible from the village of Seis/Suisi via cable car or bus from Kastelruth. The car-use is restricted: until 9 am and from 5 pm.

On the largest high-altitude Alpine pasture in Europe, cross-country skiing is combined with an amazing natural setting and enjoyement. With 80 km of sunny trails at an altitude of 1,800 to 2,200 m, the snow-covered Seiser Alm has ski trails for all levels: like the easy groomed trails or 15 km long "Jochloipe". All tracks have double quadruple lanes and are also suitable for skating. As a member of the largest cross-country skiing carousel in Europe, the trails of Seiser Alm can be accessed with the Nordic Pass, a tailor-made offer for cross-country skiers in the Dolomites region Seiser Alm. The pass includes the cross-country skiing toll and mobility benefits. 

At the end of January the full moon attracts cross-country skiers to the Moonlight Classic race in Seiser Alm!

How about a sip of wine from the southernmost vineyard in the Eisack Valley? Or sophisticated products from innovative farmers? Or what about a felted item made using wool from the farm's own sheep? In the Dolomites Region Seiser Alm, as in the rest of South Tyrol, you will find a large selection of local, high-quality food and handmade everyday objects and art works. With a bit of luck, you can take a  stroll through a village and look over the shoulders of  craftspeople  as they work. Many products are available  directly from farms or in local shops where you can sample the delicacies and get to know the producers. Many regional specialities are served up on the spot as part of your culinary experience.

The Dolomites Region Seiser Alm has made a name as holiday paradise breaking down borders. In fact, Seiser Alm - Europe's largest high-altitude Alpine meadow - encompasses the Dolomites UNESCO World Heritage Sites of Schlern, Plattkofel and Langkofel mountains and South Tyrol's oldest Nature Park Schlern-Rosengarten to stand out as an appealing tourist destination in all seasons. For locals and the tourism industry has thus become imperative to protect their abundant wildlife and vegetation. Having received South Tyrol's highest sustainability label, Seiser Alm places great emphasis on waste prevention. The problems and treatment of this process involve everyone: committed members of the Alpine Club cleaning up garbage or mountain hut managers who avoid packaging when shopping. To protect nature is everyone's business.