Ski tours in South Tyrol

Ski tours in South Tyrol are characterised by fantastic ascents, wonderful views and challenging descents.Just being alone with yourself and nature, the snow crackling under the skins stretched over your skis. Ski tourers seek the tranquility beyond the hubbub of the ski runs and are rewarded with a colossal view that was achieved under their own power above the rocky giants in the neighborhood.

Lake Antholz > Steinzger Hut > Upper Steinzger Hut > Rotwand.
In case of snow orif you have to draw the passage independently, travel times are getting longer considerably.

IMPORTANT NOTE: Good physical fitness, a high level of skiing ability, suitable kit and knowledge of the weather and snow conditions in the mountains are imperative. Please check the weather and avalanche reports before you start, and only start with the right kit and possibly accompanied by a mountain guide. Ski tours are at your own risk.

A ski mountaineering excursion on an easy and fascinating route, ideal for those approaching off-piste skiing for te first time. Passo Valparola, situated in a spectacular position with a splendid view of Lagazuoi, Sass de Stria, Settsass, Lavarela and Conturines, can be reached by car, bus or taxi (minibuses for 8-9 people) from Armentarola.

The Plattspitze has been more frequented for a few years, but this mountain is not (yet) overrun. A beautiful, somewhat hidden high winter tour that offers all the attributes of a varied ski tour: Extensive and beautifully coppiced slopes and only a short section of forest.
A very varied ski tour in the rear Vallertal. The initial ascent via the toboggan run to the Fane Alm is soon overcome and the forest section in the area of the Fane Alm is also only of short duration, the extensive terrain throughout offers steeper and flatter sections for wonderful skiing enjoyment. The cirque at the foot of the summit is quite prone to avalanches from the sides and the somewhat steeper summit slope also requires safe conditions.

Panorama hike: over the Lutter- and Durakopf

Starting point: parking area above the mountain restaurant Mudler Hof in Taisten 1584 m
Ascent: ca. 3 to 3 ½ hours
Descent: ca. 2 hours, toboggan run until mountain restaurant Mudler Hof
Level of difficulty: moderate – difficult; slightly steep ascent through the forest – unproblematic and fairly smooth alpine terrain – mostly gentle downhill run
Altitude difference: ca. 700 m
Toboggan run: easy

Pleasant ski tour from St. Anton/S. Antonio over the Allriss mountain hut up to the Bodner Berg/Monte Piano with a magnificent view to the Tribulaun summit, which sits right on the opposite side of the valley above the Pflerschtal/Val di Fleres.

Technical skiing grade: quite difficult.
Alpine grade: little difficult.
Maps: Tabacco No. 038, Kompass No. 44.

Cozy snowshoe hike on one of the most panoramic peaks in the Pfunderer mountains. From the car park at the Schneeberg (1,550 m), walk on the woodland route nr. 5 (it is also a toboggan run in winter) up to Lower Pertinger Alm hut (1,860 m). Go straight on in a northerly direction across the path. From the treeline mainly over a low hill to the summit (Am Joch, 2,405 m).

The ski tour to Klein Gitsch is a quiet tour, away from any hustle and bustle, above Meransen. From the car park at the entrance to the Altfass valley, the hiker is immersed in the peace and seclusion of the winter forest. From the forest border, a wide panoramic view of the Sarntal Alps and the Dolomites opens up. Make sure you have enough food for yourself, as there aren't any places to stop for refreshments.

An easy ski mountaineering tour on a groomed path, initially along a nice trail through the woods which then leads to a wonderful panoramic point: a stop is a must here to admire the charm of nature covered in a beautiful white mantle. Once you have reached your destination, from the refuge located at the foot of the splendid Pralongiá plateau, you can admire the Sassongher and the Sella Group.

The Kalksteinjöchl, at the passage into the Villgraten Valley (A) – an interesting challenge for snowshoe hikers and ski tour enthusiasts in a snow-covered alpine landscape

Starting point: Head of the valley in St. Magdalena in the Gsieser Valley 1465 m
Descent: back via the ascent route
Hiking time: ca. 2 ½ hours
Level of difficulty: easy
Altitude difference: 884 m
Slope exposure: North Slope

A ski mountaineering excursion of medium difficulty but extremely scenic on a groomed trail, in the presence of the most beautiful Dolomite mountain groups. Initially, the route climbs through a beautiful forest of fir and larch trees, offering unique views through the trees, and then along the vast meadows of Störes, an open prairie interrupted here and there by a few characteristic wooden huts. Once you have reached the summit, your effort will be amply rewarded by the splendid 360 degree panoramic view of the Marmolada, the Sella Group, Sassongher, Conturines, Lagazuoi, Fanes and further on to Pütia.

Alpine ski tour from the village Brennerbad/Terme di Brennero over the slopes of the former ski resort Zirog/Zirago to the Enzian mountain hut and on the Flatschspitze/Cima Vallaccia summit with great views over the mountain scenery.

Technical skiing grade: little to moderately difficult.
Alpine grade: none.
Maps: Tabacco No. 038, Kompass No. 44.

Alpine ski tour in the valley end of Pflerschtal/Val di Fleres. The tour offers a beautifulg cirque, inviting ski slopes and great views on the South Tyrolean mountains in the south and the Tribulaun summit on the northern side. The exposure to north guarantees a good powder snow.

Technical skiing grade: easy.
Alpine grade: quite difficult.
Maps: Tabacco No. 038, Kompass No. 44.

From the parking space at the Biathlon Centre you cross the frozen Antholzersee / Lago di Anterselva Lake and on thesnow covered street you go up to the Staller Saddle.

IMPORTANT NOTE: Good physical fitness, a high level of skiing ability, suitable kit and knowledge of the weather and snow conditions in the mountains are imperative. Please check the weather and avalanche reports before you start, and only start with the right kit and possibly accompanied by a mountain guide. Ski tours are at your own risk.

The Sesto ski touring trail teaches you everything you need to know for safe ski touring during a tour lasting just under two hours. The ski touring trail combines basic theoretical knowledge, for example about the correct behaviour in the event of an avalanche, with an almost six-kilometre tour on which around 540 metres in altitude have to be conquered. The ski touring trail, which is equipped with information boards, starts behind the Zin Fux restaurant and leads between trees and across meadows to the Rotwand. From there to the mountain station, the uphill kick turn is practised in open terrain before returning to the valley via the ski slope.

The “Rotlahner” – an easy but famous ski mountain in the Gsieser Alps

Starting point: Head of the valley in St. Magdalena in the Gsieser Valley 1465 m
Descent: back via the ascent route
Hiking time: 3 ½ hours
Level of difficulty: medium to difficult; with the exception of two steep slopes (one just beneath the Kasermähder Alm and the other in the area of the Heimwaldjoch) there are no considerable technical difficulties concerning the route
Altitude difference: 1270 m
Slope exposure: mainly southwest slopes

Ski Tour Elle/Ellen to Cima Laste/Astjoch is an easy, safe tour that is recommended especially when there is a lot of powder. Special feature: a wonderful panoramic view on the summit! Slope orientation: North Starting point: Elle/Ellen Highest point: 2.194 Map/guide: Tabacco nr 033, Kompass nr 045, Mapgraphic Chienes/Kiens, Terento/Terenten, Falzes/Pfalzen

The classic Gsieser ski and snowshoe hike through the Pfoital and to the Hochkreuzspitze

Starting point: Head of the valley in St. Magdalena in the Gsieser Valley 1465 m
Hiking time: 4 ½ hours
Level of difficulty: moderate – difficult; for average skiers, the route offers a wide and open terrain with only a few steep slopes that only require extra caution following fresh snow
Altitude difference: 1274 m
Slope exposure: southwest

The Uwaldalm – an area that offers the best views of the Gsieser Valley

Starting point: Head of the valley in St. Magdalena in the Gsieser Valley 1465 m
Descent: back via the ascent route
Hiking time: ca. 2 ½ hours
Level of difficulty: easy; easy tour with the characteristics of a ski tour
Altitude difference: 577 m
Slope exposure: southwest – northwest

Alpine ski tour from Gossensass/Colle Isarco along the organic certified Hühnerspielhütte/Cima  Gallina mountain hut to the panoramic view on the Amthorspitze/ Cima Amthor summit. Especially the long slope of the former skiing area up to the summit offers perfect touring slopes.

Technical skiing grade: easy.
Alpine grade: none.
Maps: Tabacco No. 038, Kompass No. 44.

A beautiful panorama tour across the Aschtalm, Pfinnhütten, Pfinnscharte and Hoher Mann

Starting point: Head of the valley in St. Magdalena in the Gsieser Valley 1465 m
Descent: back via the ascent route
Hiking time: ca. 3 ½ hours
Level of difficulty: easy ski mountain that requires some endurance
Altitude difference: 1100 m
Slope exposure: south + east

We love the Three Peaks. And we love ski tours through the snowy mountain world of the Sesto Dolomites. We combine both of these on the ski tour to the Sextner Stein/ Sasso di Sesto, true summit bliss is also guaranteed here, with a fantastic view of the pale giants rising to the sky in the sea of snow.

IMPORTANT: Before starting any ski tour/snowshoe excursion, you must check the weather conditions and danger avalanches report, asking also experts (alpine guides etc.). WARNING: The GPX data may differ from reality. 

From Unterplanken across to the Schuher Alm, and from the Golfen all the way to the Hochhorn

Starting point & parking: Unterplanken in Pichl in the Gsieser Valley 1213 m
Descent: back via the ascent route
Hiking time: ca. 5 hours
Level of difficulty: moderate – difficult; for average skiers, open terrain with moderate slope gradient, minor technical difficulties
Altitude difference: 1400 m
Slope exposure: southwest
Best period: December till March