Skitochten in Zuid-Tirol

Difficult ski tourDifficult ski tour

Time of the year: ideal conditions in spring

Avalanche danger near the ridge

The Fundres/Pfunders massif offers a wide range of hiking options with anything from soft-rolling hills to steep slopes leading up to craggy peaks. Gorgeous excursions for both summer-time hikers and winter sports fans – all topped off by breath-taking 360° panoramic views.

Starting point: Maso Corto/Kurzras, Masi Kofel/Koflhöfe (1,938 m a.s.l.)
Ascent: 949 m elevation gain, 3 hours
Best time: December to April

A pleasant tour and not too difficult; only the part through the woods, along the narrow Sommerweg is somewhat difficult, especially when descending. The ascent starts at Koflhof farm (0.7 km before Maso Corto/Kurzras), moving southwards through the Lagauntal Valley. Before the valley basin, go to the right up the slope north-westwards, arriving at Stotz, north of the Saldurkamm mountains. You can descend either by the same route or by going north via Lazaun Mountain hut to Maso Corto/Kurzras.

Also suitable for intermediate-level skiers.

 

From Gasthof Alpenfriede across meadows to the left onto a forest path. On this up to the level of a mountain barn, turn left there and follow the old military road until you cross the forest line. Caution is advised there. After that the terrain becomes pleasant and flat. Over wide hollows to the right of the saddle, Wetterkreuz, past and up to Wölfelesjoch. There the prominent south ridge begins, which is partly done on skis and on foot.

The entrance to the Langental valley is located in Selva Gardena and runs through a pleasant walking and hiking path with views of the Stevia massif and the walls of the Puezgruppe on the left, as well as the Chedul Mountains and Col Turond on the right. Along the path you can find the mystical Silester Chapel.

Moderatly difficult ski tour

Time of the year: from high winter to spring

Refreshment stop: Schönau inn

Moderately difficult ski tour

Time of the year: Throughout winter

 

IMPORTANT: Before a ski tour/snowshoe hike, it is essential to carefully study the weather conditions and the avalanche report or consult experts, and avalanche protection equipment is mandatory!

The special thing about Hornischeck/ Monte Arnese? You can stand with one foot in Italy and the other in Austria, because the Karnische Kamm/ Cresta Carnica forms the natural state border. The summit offers a unique view of the Sesto sundial and the peaks of the Three Peaks, as well as of the Austrian glacier world and the Comelico.

Starting point: Certosa/Karthaus (1,327 m a.s.l.)
Ascent: 1,474 m elevation gain, 4 hours
Best time: winter and early spring

Uphill and downhill possible with skis from  to Certosa/Karthaus if the snow conditions are good. Referred to as Gamseck on some maps. The ascent is from Certosa/Karthaus along the road to Farmstead Sennhof and then on the forest path to malga del convento, above Certosa/Karthaus, from there continue southwards to the highest and rather steep ascent to the secondary summit of the Trumserspitze.

Descent A: The same as the ascent route and the road to Certosa/Karthaus.

Descent B: Northwards to malga del convento and along the forest path as far as the viewing point for Certosa/Karthaus and then directly downhill to Certosa/Karthaus through the forest aisle.

For practised skiers

At the entrance to the Münstertal valley lies the Tellakopf, a pleasant hiking peak that is also ideal for an easy ski tour. This rewarding tour destination offers breathtaking views of the Vinschgau Valley, the Münstertal Valley, the Ötztal Alps and the Ortler Mountains.

This tour leads from Sulden via the beautiful Zaytal valley to the Düsseldorfer Hütte mountain hut, located below a rock face at 2,721 m. Enjoy a stunning view of the Ortler’s classic three peaks from the sun terrace.
(Hut is closed in winter.)

The ski tour to Langgrubjoch is still relatively popular. It is relatively easy and not as challenging as the tours on the high neighbouring peaks. However, it does rise to over 3,000 m and offers a good insight into the mountain world of Schnalstal Valley.

The "Helltaler Schlechten" are a classical skitour in a sunny area out of the wood.

Attention: Please check the avalanche bulletin updated every day!

Starting point: Kratzegg (Ulfas), at 1,504 m

Time of the year: Throughout winter

The Skitour goes up to a wonderful mountain above the lake of Braies and offers a spectacular downhill run.

Attention: Please check the avalanche bulletin updated every day!

Start at Ranui, car park Waldschenke (1,370 m), in direction Weissbrunn and Brogles Alm and on the Laite Va Piz (2,284 m)

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.

Conquer this famous three-thousander from Val Martello Start at the Stallwies inn in Val Martello.

Ski tour Prato Piazza/Plätzwiese – Monte Specie/Strudelkopf Tour description Moderately difficult ski tour starting from the Prato Piazza and going via the Vallandro/Dürrensteinhütte refuge to the Monte Specie. Unique view of the Croda Rossa/Hohe Gaisl, Tre Cime di Lavaredo/Drei Zinnen, Tofana and Monte Cristallo mountains. Slope orientation: diverse Starting point: Prato Piazza/Platzwiese Highest point: 2307

Attention: Please check the avalanche bulletin updated every day!

Easy ski tour at the end of the Ahrntal valley. 

 

Highest point: 2,336 m

Altitude difference: 735 m

Approx. time for ascent: 2,5 hours

 

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On a mountain range on the border between South Tyrol and Austria, the Rotbachspitze lies far above the Pfitchscherjoch and is in the catchment area of several classic ski tours.

This ski tour is a real Sarntal valley classic amongst high-winter tours in the Durnholztal valley and is popular with local mountaineers.

Ski tour through the Röttal/Valle Rossa to the Lenkjöchlhütte/Giogo Lungo mountain refugee (closed in winter). 

 

Highest point: 2,590 m

Altitude difference: 990 m

Approx. time for ascent: 3,5 hours

 

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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.

On Meran 2000 the back country skiers may ascend on the "Kuhleiten Route" to the Kuhleitenhütte Mountain Hut on 2,362 metres.
Open thursday till sunday from 9.00 a.m. - 05.00 p.m. and additionally every Thursday and Friday evening until 11 p.m.

Stunning ski tour (medium) to the Birnlücken/Forcella del Picco pass in Kasern/Casere. 

 

Highest point: 2,667 m

Altitude difference:  1,070 m

Approx. time for ascent: 4 hours

 

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This ski-tour starts at the car park Lake Gioveretto, from there you follow the path no. 10 to the managed Lyfi mountain hut. You pass the mountain hut on your right and continue trough the forest by following the same sign until the junction of paths. When you reach the Lyfiknott, a wonderful snow-covered winter landscape awaits you! From there the way is steep and demanding, but when you reach the Lyfi peak, you have a wonderful view over the snow-covered Venosta Valley.

Ski tour to Monte Cevedale, one of the best peaks for mountain views in the Ortler region.
This tour to Monte Cevedale is one of the top 10 ski tours in the Ortler region and is extremely popular among enthusiasts. After all, it’s an easy tour that rewards visitors with breathtaking Alpine panoramas.

Time of the year: Late winter/early spring

Avalanche risk: Exersise caution near the summit!

Refreshment stop: Schönau inn

Starting point: Maso Corto/Kurzras (2,011 m a.s.l)
Ascent: 646 m elevation gain, 3 hours, from the Giogo Alto/Hochjoch glacier (Refuge Bella Vista 2,842 m a.s.l)
Best time for departure A: December to May
Best time for departures B and C: March to May

This is a very pleasant tour on a mountain that is still very much glaciated on the north side but that is not without its risks in one part where the “icefall” east of the Giogo Alto/Hochjoch glacier is hazardous due to glacier crevasses. The ascent is from Maso Corto/Kurzras to the Bella Vista lodge or with the Schnalstal valley cable car to the Giogo Alto/Hochjoch glacier; you leave the east side by climbing through the icefall. Avoiding the crevasses, the trail rises steeply to the upper glacier terrace, and keeping to the west of the summit, very steeply to the ridge shoulder. Continue along the short but exposed ridge to the summit.

Descent A: go along the ascent route to the Giogo Alto/Hochjoch pass and descend to the valley as far as Maso Corto/Kurzras or take the Schnalstal Valley cable car.

Descent B: Taking the first steep slope down, then to the right/north-east and continue south-easterly and southwards to the Giogo Alto/Niederjoch pass and on to the Refuge Similaun.

Descent C: Northwards towards the Hochjoch-Hospiz hut and Vent (A)

For good skiers with Alpine experience