The longest sledge run on the Seiser Alm needs stamina and skill, but offers you masses of fun.
Hiking and toboggan fun at “Hubi’s” on the Aschtalm 1950 m
The the toboggan run to the Brunst hut is especially interesting because of the appropriate length of 7 km. The natural track is perfectly groomed. You start by walking from the car park above the Lipper saw in Valdaora di Sopra over the prepared forest road towards Brunst hut.
You can rent at Sport Sagmeister and rent and go.
The Brunst hut is not managed during winter time. The hut offers a little room where you can enjoy your break.
This sledge run, which leads from the Hofer Alpl to Ums, is suitable for all the family and offers masses of sledging fun on an easy slope.
The toboggan run starts directly from the Gampenalm hut (opening time from 26th december) above the snow-covered meadows till the turning on your right site. From there the toboggan run continues to the Kirchwiesl and ahead till the starting point, Zans.
The toboggan run from Tschantschenon starts in the middle of the wintry and snow-covered wood at 1800 meter and leads over a flat track with just a few curves to Zanser Schwaige (opening times from 25th december). A wonderful excursion.
Route to the famous Taistner Vorderalm
Starting point: mountain restaurant Mudler Hof in Taisten 1584 m
Distance: 3,5 km
Descent: back via the ascent route
Hiking time: 90 min
Level of difficulty: easy to moderate
Altitude difference: 420 m
Toboggan run: easy to moderate
The Tru Liösa Foram natural sledging trail starts on the Piz Sorega (2,003 m) and goes across fields and through woods beneath the Piz Sorega gondola lift to San Cassiano (1,537 m). The scenery along the route is quite enchanting: from the snowy Alpine pastures of the high plateau, you reach the Foram forest before a final spurt takes you down into the valley.
The average gradient on the sledging trail is about 10 to 15%. To keep sledging fans safe, 2.3 km of the sledging track has been protected with legally compliant timber edging.
The start of the trail can be reached by the Piz Sorega gondola lift from San Cassiano.
Downhill sledding track for families, starting at Hotel Bauhof. It is also illuminated at night.
Rides down steep drops and around breathtaking curves in the Latemar forest are available all year round.
Length: 980 m
Total drop: 88 m
Description of the luge run: two steep slopes, one 360° loop, several steep curves
Maximum speed: 40 km/h
Enjoy the view of the snowy winter landscape and the nearby mountains as you ascend by cable car. Stop for refreshments at a cosy mountain tavern before racing down into the valley.
Use at your own risk.
The Uwaldalm – an area that offers the best views of the Gsieser Valley
Starting point: Head of the valley at St. Magdalena in the Gsieser Valley 1465 m
Descent: back via the ascent route
Hiking time: ca. 2 hours
Level of difficulty: easy – moderate
Altitude difference: 577 m
Toboggan run: moderate
Family-friendly winter hike to the Messner Hut at 1659 m
Starting point: Head of the valley at St. Magdalena in the Gsieser Valley 1465 m
Distance: 2 km
Descent: back via the ascent route
Hiking time: 50 minutes
Level of difficulty: easy
Altitude difference: 200 m
Toboggan run: easy
Unlimited hiking pleasures: along the Pidig Stream to the Kradorfer Alm
Starting point: Head of the valley at St. Magdalena in the Gsieser Valley 1465 m
Distance: 2,5 km
Descent: back via the ascent route
Hiking time: 60 minutes
Level of difficulty: easy
Altitude difference: 239 m
Toboggan run: easy
The Toboggan run (3 km) starting from the mountain station of the new funicular Resciesa in Ortisei offers a great experience for the whole family. As there is an intermediate station, it is possible to enjoy the run several times in row. Alternatively you can reach the Resciesa hut within a thirty minute walk starting from the mountain station. From there, you can sledge along the slope and you will connect then to the toboggan run.
All those who don't have a sledge can rent one at the valley station of the funicular.
This panoramic toboggan run plunges visitors into an unspoiled winter wonderland. The Rit meadows, which in summer delight hikers with their lush and varied flowers, are popular in winter for their snow-covered alpine slopes.
The toboggan run starts at 1900 meters and leads along a 5-km-long run of medium difficulty back to the starting point. The descent is identical to the path of ascension and consists of fantastic curves. An ideal winter excursion for the whole family. Note: You can shorten the ascent by taking the bus from Ranui to Zans and then hiking along the footpath to the hut Glatsch Alm. The Dusler hut is closed during the winter!
The new 750 m long toboggan run Absam starts from the Epircher Laner hut and goes to the valley station of the Absam-Maierl lift.
Acent with the new combilift.
The toboggan run starts shortly after the car park at Zans toward Ranui. The run is pretentious and the safety is therefore is very important and should not be underestimated.
Treffpunkt Zans open from 26th December
For long-lasting fun on a sledge, the Molignon Sledge Run is the place to go.
The toboggan run starts directly from the Geisleralm hut (opening time from 26th december) and is identical to the path of ascension till the turning to Zans. From here the sleigh ride leads left through the woods down to the car park Waldschenke. The first piece of the toboggan run is steep and followed by a brisk track with just a few curves.
The sunny slopes of the Icaro - Monte Piz run guarantee tobogganing fun for the whole family. And with its unique panorama over the Schlern, Langkofel, Plattkofel, your tobogganing outing will be nothing short of unforgettable.
Check out Italy's first summer toboggan run! The bobs are securely mounted on a 1.750 m long aluminium pipe. Slide downhill to the valley and have as much fun as the children, since a journey on a Fun Bob is a special kind of experience for adults. You can even regulate the speed by yourself!
Toboggan possibility and toboggan rental at the Skilift in Colle/Gsieser Tal Valley.
The toboggan run starts just below the Kaserillalm hut (opening times from 26th december) and leads over a steep slope to the snow-covered Kirchwiesl. From there the toboggan continues over a plain to the starting point Zans.
A mountain hike through winter wonderland to the Stumpfalm 2001 m
Starting point: Head of the valley at St. Magdalena in the Gsieser Valley 1465 m
Distance: 4,5 km
Descent: back via the ascent route
Hiking time: 2 hours
Level of difficulty: easy to moderate
Altitude difference: 503 m
Toboggan run: moderate to difficult
The 5 km long Rotwand sledging trail in the Sexten Dolomites can be easily reached via the 6-person Rotwandwiesen cable car. The start is right beside the mountain station of the lift. From there, you go through woods and fields back down to the valley station.
Difficulty Level: DIFFICULT
From the peak station of the Cianross cable car at 1302 m, the Cianross sledging track winds down through the forest alongside the skiing slope all the way to the valley station at 1203 m. The 680 m track (99 m of difference in altitude) can be used during the Cianross cable car opening hours with ski passes and single or prepaid tickets with point systems. On Tuesdays and Thursdays, the track will also be open between 8 and 10 pm and illuminated with floodlights. Sledges can be rented at the Cianross cable car valley station.
The Puflatsch Run on the Seiser Alm is best suited for those who want to enjoy a challenging run and a breathtaking panorama.
The Haunold sledging trail can be reached via the 4-seater Haunold chair lift in San Candido/Innichen. It starts right outside the Riese Haunold Hütte mountain hut, and after racing downhill for about 2 km you reach the valley station again.
Difficulty level: DIFFICULT
