Loipen in den Dolomiten

You can find the entrance to the cross country ski trail directly at the Prags/Braies ski lifts. At the beginning the trail leads you a little downhill, then you keep on going straight until you come to a somewhat difficult ascent. Once you have reached the highest point, you are only a few meters  away from Brückele/Ponticello. A dreamy winter landscape awaits you on this section of the trail!

Please note: Due to the temperature fluctuations, there may be icy patches on the tracks!

You can find the entrance to the cross country ski trail on the right side of the Tuscherhof inn. You keep going straight ahead until you come to the connection to the Schmieden/Ferrara circuit. As soon as you have done half of this circular route, the briefly but slighlty rising trail leads you to the Mösslhof inn.

Sunny cross-country trail along the Drava until Winnebach/Prato alla Drava, flat trail, ideal for beginners. You can continue to Lienz (44 km) and return to San Candido by train; open only if there is enough snow!

At the foot of the majestic Sas dla Crusc in the UNESCO World Heritage Site of Fanes-Senes-Braies Nature Park we find the Armentara meadows. With breathtaking views of rare beauty and wide expanses of white snow as far as the eye can see, winter here warms hearts.

Three different cross-country skiing trails have been created in these immense meadows and can be reached within a few minutes' drive. At the hamlet of La Cialciara above Furnacia, just outside the village of La Val, there is a large car park from where, with a walk of about 20 minutes, you can reach the start of the slopes.

There is also the possibility of cross-country skiing in Steinegg|Collepietra. The starting point for the cross-country trail is between Steinegg|Collepietra and Gummer|San Valentino behind the Egger Moos craftsmen's zone at 1,250 m above sea level.
There is the possibility of a shorter and longer loop.

In case of unfavourable temperatures, the cross-country trail may be closed prematurely.

This 1.5 km section leads straight from the sports field in S. Martino through the Val Casies Valley to bridge "Weider Brücke". On one side lie rustic farms, on the other a quiet forest strip – a short, flat link with rural charm.

This 1.5 km section leads gently uphill from the sports field in S. Martino to Preindl. Surrounded by open landscapes and wide valley views, it offers a pleasant link for relaxed cross-country skiing.

Cross-country skiing is an alternative to skiing for many winter sports enthusiasts. Ath the foot of the Kronplatz/Plan de Corones, near the sports area in Riscone, a lovely circular trail goes through snow covered fields and meadows. The cross-country trail in Riscone is suitable for beginners as well as for advanced skiers.

There are 3 different slopes:

1. Cross country trail Reiperting - 2.2 km - easy; illuminated on tuesday, wednesday and friday until 8.30 p.m.

2. Cross country trail Reischach - 3.6 km - easy

3. Cross country trail Stefansdorf (complete round) - 5.5 km - easy

This especially peaceful 1.5 km section links Durnwald with the farm "Untersinnerhof". It follows the Gsieserbach stream almost entirely flat through a quiet winter landscape – ideal for a short break and panoramic enjoyment.

On the 2000 Plätzwiese high plateau in the middle of the Fanes-Sennes-Prags nature park, where many cross country stars have used this circuit to prepare for Olympic gold, the excellent snow conditions offer wonderful hours on cross country skies. This unique circuit is also recommended for beginners and enthusiasts. Here, where the snowy days tend to start before the first days of December and sometimes last until the last days of March, you can experience peace and nature combined with stunning views of some of the famous peaks of the Dolomites (Hohe Gaisl peak, Monte Cristallo and the Tofane).

This approx. 1.7 km section links Kargruben with the sports field in S. Martino. The trail runs through open terrain, is completely flat and offers a gentle, enjoyable connection through the wintry valley landscape – ideal for relaxed sessions with wide views.

Easy slope, suitable for everyone, from Pfalzen/Falzes to Issing/Issengo.

Nordic Hero Champ - for athletes
90 km in 2 days

1) Sesto, S. Vito - end of the Fiscalina Valley - Dobbiaco - right to Lake Dürrensee, on the way back left - Nordic Arena
2) Nordic Arena - Villabassa - Braies, Ferrara - Monguelfo - head of the valley Val Casies Valley.

One route per day; both routes within 7 days. In total: 90 cross-country skiing kilometers must be completed.

The route and time must be recorded by the runner via a GPX app or GPX watch.

Within the same day the link and screenshot must be sent by mail to info@gsieser-tal.com.

Note: In Monguelfo the connecting route to theVal Casies Valley can only be reached on foot through the village. The timekeeping will be stopped in Monguelfo/exit center in the meantime and will be activated again in Monguelfo/start Val Casies Cross Country track.

Enjoy cross country skiing on the perfectly groomed circular trail. The round leads in a large loop over the fields near the forest and on the other side of the village of Schmieden/Ferrara. In a sunny location and with almost no incline, the circuit is also ideal for beginners and children. The route serves on one hand as a connection to the cross country ski trail in the direction of "Gasthof Mösslhof" inn, and in the opposite direction as a connection in the direction of the Prags/Braies ski lifts and on to Brückele/Ponticello.

Easy trail circuit in Altprags/Braies Vecchia, which is above all sunny. The circuit has almost no incline and is therefore idel for beginners and children.

At the foot of the majestic Sas dla Crusc in the UNESCO World Heritage Site of Fanes-Senes-Braies Nature Park we find the Armentara meadows. With breathtaking views of rare beauty and wide expanses of white snow as far as the eye can see, winter here warms hearts.

Three different cross-country skiing trails have been created in these immense meadows and can be reached within a few minutes' drive. At the hamlet of La Cialciara above Furnacia, just outside the village of La Val, there is a large car park from where, with a walk of about 20 minutes, you can reach the start of the slopes.

This cross-country skiing trail goes along the side of the Sextner Bach stream through idyllic scenery, climbing gently up to Sesto/Sexten. The stream gives this stretch a very special ambience; that’s why the locals call it the “Pleasure Trail” (Genussloipe). The destination is the restaurant & pizzeria "alte säge", which is definitely worth a visit. If you still have the energy on arrival, we recommend continuing on past Sesto and Moso/Moos further into the Fischleintal valley. There you'll find a wonderful skiing trail and the Talschlusshütte mountain hut, which never fails to impress with its stunning location in the Drei Zinnen Nature Park, surrounded by the magnificent Sexten Dolomites.

Easy trail from Monte Baranci across the meadows and along the railway on to the Nordic Arena in Dobbiaco.

This cross-country skiing trail is a very easy route which does not require any great effort. There are two routes leading to Dobbiaco: through the woods or across the fields. The same applies to the return route. What is especially interesting when you arrive in Dobbiaco is that you can ski as far as the Nordic Arena cross-country ski centre.

The cross-country skiing track at the Passo delle Erbe, at over 2.000 hm, expand through the snow-covered mountain pastures of the Puez-Geisler Nature Park in front of the mountain Pütia, where the fresh air seems to glisten and the soothing tranquility of the winter dominates the Dolomites. The daily prepared track is ideal for cross-country skiing enthusiasts, who will find ideal skiing conditions as well as breath-taking surroundings and inviting mountain inns offering mouth-watering delicacies.

Possiblity to rental cross-country ski in Antermoia.

Nordic Hero Champ - for athletes
90 km in 2 days

1) Sesto, S. Vito - end of the Fiscalina Valley - Dobbiaco - right to Lake Dürrensee, on the way back left - Nordic Arena
2) Nordic Arena - Villabassa - Braies, Ferrara - Monguelfo - Head of the valley Val Casies Valley.

One route per day; both routes within 7 days. In total: 90 cross-country skiing kilometers must be completed.

The route and time must be recorded by the runner via a GPX app or GPX watch.

Within the same day the link and screenshot must be sent by mail to info@gsieser-tal.com.

Note: In Monguelfo the connecting route to the Val Casies Valley can only be reached on foot through the village. The timekeeping will be stopped in Monguelfo/exit center in the meantime and will be activated again in Monguelfo/start Val Casies Cross Country track.

From one end of the village, this 23 km track winds down into the Marebbe valley through the quiet forests and snow-covered mountain pastures of the Fanes-Senes-Braies Nature Park, where the fresh air seems to glisten and the soothing tranquillity of the winter dominates the Dolomites. On many different routes (rings), cross-country skiing enthusiasts will find ideal skiing conditions as well as breath-taking surroundings and inviting mountain inns offering mouth-watering delicacies. Group lessons and individual lessons are available at the San Vigilio ski schools.

At the very heart of San Vigilio di Marebbe, close to the Aqua Bad Cortina Oasis Hotel, a beautiful cross-country slope sets off along the romantic Mareo valley all the way to the Pederü mountain inn. One glimpse of the picture-book winter landscapes and you won‘t be able to stop yourself from grabbing your skis and setting off into the White fields and forests, to relax far from the daily hustle and bustle. The slope is suitable for both classic cross-country skiing and skating. For all winter sports enthusiasts who wish to learn or improve their cross-country skiing, there are two ski schools in San Vigilio which offer both group lessons and individual lessons (p. 20). And of course you don‘t have to ski the whole 23 km of the slope: The track is arranged in a number of routes (rings) which allow you to return to San Vigilio at any time. Alternatively, you can catch a Mareobus and Citybus service to Pederü or to the football grounds (Skibus stop) and start skiing at different points of the slope. Please contact the Tourist Board for information on snow conditions and the state of the slope: +39 0474 501 037. Use of the cross-country skiing slope is subject to a fee but free of charge for guests staying at a San Vigilio Tourist Office member facility!

From the head of the valley in S. Maddalena, this 4 km trail gently ascends via Ackerle to bridge "Weider Brücke". Along the way are views of farms, snowy slopes and the Dolomites – a calm and scenic link towards S. Martino.

Sunny cross-country trail along the Drava to Vierschach/Versciaco, flat trail, ideal for beginners.

You can find the track entrance right next to the Tuscherhof inn. The slightly rising track leads you directly through the snow-covered winter forest to the Prags/Braies skilifts at Altprags/Braies Vecchia.
From there, you can continue till Brückele/Ponticello.

This 5 km section connects the sports field in S. Martino to Hotel Tyrol in Colle via Preindl. The trail undulates through open scenery and along forest edges, always offering wide views of the Val Casies Valley – a varied connection between two villages.

At the foot of the majestic Sas dla Crusc in the UNESCO World Heritage Site of Fanes-Senes-Braies Nature Park we find the Armentara meadows. With breathtaking views of rare beauty and wide expanses of white snow as far as the eye can see, winter here warms hearts.

Three different cross-country skiing trails have been created in these immense meadows and can be reached within a few minutes' drive. At the hamlet of La Cialciara above Furnacia, just outside the village of La Val, there is a large car park from where, with a walk of about 20 minutes, you can reach the start of the slopes.

This course is ideal for the coldest winter days, as it is all exposed to the sun; open only if there is enough snow!