Past Gustav Mahler's summer residence and the wildlife park to the magnificent cross-country trail into the Prags/Valle di Braies.
Past Gustav Mahler's summer residence and the wildlife park to the magnificent cross-country trail into the Prags/Valle di Braies.
cross country slope from Antholz Mittertal till Antholz Obertal
This easy loop trail is directly behind the Cross-Coutry Centre in Ritsch and leads from the Ritsch Hotel and Restaurant to the Große Moos. With outstanding views over the Langkofel and
Plattkofel, this practice piste guarantees an unforgettable experience for young and old alike. Beginners can get a feel for cross-country skiing on the practice trails and hone their double poling, diagonal stride and herringbone techniques. The tracks are also ideal for warming-up before heading out on longer tours.
The Panorama cross-country trail is classed as one of the most challenging loop-routes on the Seiser Alm and, with the Langkofel, Plattkofel and the Schlern, boasts a landscape which is second to none. The trail starts at the Cross-Country Centre in Ritsch and leads up to the mountain station of the Panorama chairlift with numerous sweeping curves through the Palude di Ladinser Moos. When you get to the Laurinhütte hut, loop round and head back to the start of the trail.
During the wintertime the vallunga trasforms hisself in a Winterwonderland. The snow which covers the forest trasmits a mystic flair and you can enjoy the quitness of the valley.
During the wintertime the vallunga trasforms hisself in a Winterwonderland. The snow which covers the forest trasmits a mystic flair and you can enjoy the quitness of the valley.
The Cross country and Biathlon Center Südtirol Arena Alto Adige is situated directly on the Lake of Antholz. During the winter time you can do cross Country and Biathlon like an athlete. Every year, the Biathlon World Cup takes place in this amazing environment of the Rieserferner mountains. During the summer season you can participate at a guided tour in the building or shoot at the shot disc and run and enjoy the beautiful nature.
The slope is prearranged as agonistic and training area through the beautiful woods of San Cassiano.
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.
crosscountry slope from Anterselva di Sotto / Antholz Niedertal till Anterselva di Mezzo / Antholz Mittertal
natural snow
Starting and ending point: Camping Olympia or railroad station Niederdorf/Villabassa and back, 1154m length 5 km difference in altitude
Cross-country Pustertaler Marathon - Niederdorf/Villabassa-Prags/Braies
Magnificent sunny cross-country trail into the Prags/Valle di Braies valley with views of the Picco di Vallandro
This easy loop-route leads out from the Cross-Country Centre in Ritsch and heads north over the vast Alpine meadows. With the Langkofel and the Plattkofel, this stretch of the trail boasts an incredible panorama. A short but hard ascent takes you to the Wolfbühl, the highest point of the route. Then continue onwards through a stretch of wood and over easy, undulating terrain back to the beginning of the trail.
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!
easy slope from Rasun di Sopra to Rasun di Sotto, ideal for beginners (natural snow)
This link-trail connects the Hotel Sonne to the Möser, Wolfsbühl and Hartl trails. It ranges very little in elevation and is an easy run which is also suitable for beginners.
Pustertaler Marathonloipe Starting point: railroad station Niederdorf/Villabassa 1154m
End point: border of the municipality of Prags/Braies
In Rein in Taufers / Riva di Tures there are different types of tracts. To be suited for everyone: amateurs or professionals, classic or freestyle. There are changing rooms and toilettes in the ski-center.
Pustertaler Marathonloipe: railroad station Niederdorf/Villabassa 1154m, underpass railroad station - end point: direction Toblach/Dobbiaco to "Grabach" (continuing to Toblach/Dobbiaco)
The ideal track for the first attempts at cross-country skiing on flat terrain with slight up and downs.
Near the train station in Monguelfo (10 minutes walk) starts the track in direction southwest. Connection to the region 3 Zinnen Dolomites: Valle di Braies Valley, Villabassa, Dobbiaco and S. Candido.
The longest and most challenging cross-country trail of the Seiser Alm leads out from the Cross-Country Centre in Ritsch through vast Alpine meadows in a steep uphill to the mountain station of the Panorama chairlift. Then, in numerous curves, cross the Palude di Ladins/Ladinser Moos and continue on towards Joch and Spitzbühl, past the Laurinhütte hut and back to Ritsch. With the nearby Dolomite peaks of the Langkofel, Plattkofel and the Schlern massif, the views along this trail are breathtaking.
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!
During the wintertime the vallunga trasforms hisself in a Winterwonderland. The snow which covers the forest trasmits a mystic flair and you can enjoy the quitness of the valley.
This loop route starts and ends in Ritsch and passes through the Kleine Moos on practically flat terrain, making it perfect for newcomers to cross-country skiing. With exceptional views over the Dolomite peaks of the Langkofel and Plattkofel, the Ritsch Trail is an unforgettable experience. Those who are trying their hand at cross-country for the first time can get a real feel for the sport here before tackling the more challenging trails on the Seiser Alm.
Cross-country trail in the shade to Welsberg/Monguelfo. start: Niederdorf/Villabassa train station km 2,8 direction Prags/Valle di Braies; km 5,5 Welsberg/Monguelfo
Cross-country ski enjoyment on the flawlessly prepared track looping through the beautiful village of Toblach/Dobbiaco.
Connection from Tesido to the Val Casies Valley track. From the crossing point there is the possibility to sci to Santa Maddalena or to Monguelfo and near the train station further to the 3 Zinnen Dolomites area.
The trail begins in Compatsch and passes the St. Franziskus Church and to the left of the road over vast Alpine meadows and a small wood to the Cross-Country Centre in Ritsch. For beginners, this trail alternates easy sections with stretches that are somewhat more demanding. Skiers with a degree of technical expertise use the trails as a link route to the more difficult trails which begin at the Cross-Country Centre in Ritsch. This trail was designed as a warm-up route.
Also recommended in the opposite direction.