Cross-country ski trails in 3 Zinnen

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.

A long and fantastic tour through the entire Höhlensteintal/Val di Landro valley.
“Im Gemärk” is the German name for a pass height located at 1,530 m. Shortly before the pass, the provincial border runs between the provinces of South Tyrol and Belluno.

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 cross country track is needed to connect Dobbiaco/Toblach with Villabassa/Niederdorf and further on with Braies/Prags.

Demanding round-trip tours starting at the cross-country stadium in Toblach/Dobbiaco, often used as training tracks by various national cross-country teams from all over the world.

This is a very quiet trail amidst untouched nature!               

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.

Starting at the “Alte Säge” restaurant, this trail leads through the forest along the Sexten stream to Schmieden, a suburb of Sexten. There is a beautiful view of the surroundings and the nature of Sexten. This section is the first part of Trail No. 16.

In case of lack of snow only skating possible.

The starting point is the Niederdorf railway station (1,154 m) and the underpass at the regional agricultural cooperative.
The end point is the municipal border of Prags/Braies.

From here, there are connections to the cross-country ski trail network in several directions:
to the Nordic Arena in Toblach/Dobbiaco, into the picturesque Pragser Valley, or further on to Welsberg/Monguelfo – ideal for cross-country skiers who want to extend their route.

Cross-country ski enjoyment on the cross country track from Toblac/Dobbiacoh till Aufkirchen/Santa Maria.

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

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.

This cross-country trail runs in the shade towards Welsberg/Monguelfo.
The starting point is the Niederdorf/Villabassa train station. After 2.8 km, there is a junction towards Prags/Valle di Braies.
The trail ends in Welsberg/Monguelfo after 5.5 km.

From there, it connects to the extensive trail network of the next region – ideal for those who want to extend their tour or plan a connecting stage.

A fantastic experience of nature through the winter-wood at the south side of the Lake of Dobbiaco. This short variant is needed to connect the east bank with the west bank.

Demanding round-trip tours starting at the cross-country stadium in Toblach/Dobbiaco, often used as training tracks by various national cross-country teams from all over the world.

The ski hiking trail from Schluderbach/Carbonin to Plätzwiese/Prato Piazza is only suitable for experienced and persevering cross-country skiers, as there are about 550 meters of altitude to be overcome.
The ski hiking trail is not only used by cross-country skiers, but also by winter hikers and ski mountaineerers.

Plätzwiese/Prato Piazza is a high plateao at 2.000m where is a magnificent panoramic cross country trail with the view over beautiful Dolomite peaks.

Starting in Schmieden, a small suburb of Sexten, this trail runs through the forest along the Sextnerbach stream to Waldheim. At first there is a beautiful view of the landscape and nature of Sexten, then it runs always with a view of the Sexten Sundial mountains. This gently ascending trail is part of Trail no. 16.

In case of lack of snow only skating possible.

Cross-country ski enjoyment on the flawlessly prepared track looping through the beautiful village of Toblach/Dobbiaco.

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

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 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.

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.

Demanding round-trip tours starting at the cross-country stadium in Toblach/Dobbiaco, often used as training tracks by various national cross-country teams from all over the world.

The Sun Track, section Niederdorf/Villabassa to Toblach/Dobbiaco, starts above the parish church of St. Stephen at an altitude of 1,160 meters.
The end point is the Toblach/Dobbiaco sports zone, with the option to continue to the Schmieder Bridge at 1,240 meters.
The trail is approximately 3 kilometers long, or 4.5 kilometers if you continue to the bridge.
The difference in altitude along the route is about 85 meters.

The trail runs in a sunny location and offers stunning views of the surrounding Dolomites as well as the villages of Niederdorf/Villabassa and Toblach/Dobbiaco — a true highlight for those who want to enjoy nature, exercise, and breathtaking panoramas.

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!

The starting point is the Villabassa railway station (1,154 m) and the underpass at the Agricultural Consortium.
The end point is Ferrara di Braies (1,206 m).
The length is 5.5 km with an altitude difference of 52 m.

Alternatively, it is possible to continue in the direction of Toblach.