Wyprawy skiturowe w Południowym Tyrolu

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

Starting point: Val Casies/Gsiesertal Valley – S. Maddalena, Head of the valley (1465 m)
Descent: back via the ascent route
Hiking time: 03:30 h
Difficulty: easy | ski mountain requiring mainly endurance
Altitude difference: 1100 m
Slope exposure: south + east

From Unterplanken across the Schuher Alm, the Golfen to the Hochhorn

Starting point & parking: Val Casies/Gsiesertal Valley – Pichl, Unterplanken (1213 m)
Descent: back via the ascent route
Walking time: 05:00 h
Difficulty: medium | for average skiers; open terrain with moderate slope gradient, minimal technical difficulties
Altitude difference: 1400 m
Slope exposure: southwest
Best period: December – March

Starting point of the ski tour to the Glockhauser mountain is the car park in Melago/Melag. From there north-westward across soft ground up to the last post of a disused ski lift. Across the steep slope towards the right and further towards Melagtal Valley. At the bridge, cross to the right-hand side of the valley and at a height of 2,300 m veer left to the Schönkar ridge. After the large trough from right to left across stepped terrain on to a shoulder. Across the back, left up to the ridge (take care!) and further up to the summit. Your climb is rewarded with a beautiful valley view and panoramic view to the nearby summits.

Descend via the Mitterkar or along the ascent route.

Time of the year: Throughout winter

Avalanche risk: Snow boarders should be on the look out for snow slabs at the Schartl steep slope!

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

Starting point: Val Casies/Gsiesertal Valley – S. Maddalena, Head of the valley (1465 m)
Descent: back via the ascent route
Hiking time: 02:30 h
Difficulty: easy
Altitude difference: 884 m
Slope exposure: north

Starting point: Madonna di Senales/Unser Frau (1,508 m a.s.l)
Ascent: 1,586 m elevation gain, 5 hours
Best time: March to May

A double summit (western summit 3,083 m a.s.l, eastern summit 3,094 m a.s.l) to the west of the Mastaun summit and the Mastaunjoch pass. Take the trail upwards from Madonna di Senales/Unser Frau through the Mastauntal Valley, as with Tours 9, until you reach flat ground having negotiated the steep slope. Then, take a right in a north-westerly direction until you come to the Mastaunjoch pass (2,927 m a.s.l) and the quite difficult climb up to the western summit. You can also turn off towards the north beneath the Mastaunjoch pass and climb to the eastern summit, which is the easier one. The descent is similar to the ascent.

For practised skiers with Alpine experience

Moderatly difficult ski tour

Time of the year: late winter to spring

Avalanche danger: Beware of snow slabs in the middle section when there is a lot of snow

A great tour from Maso Corto/Kurzras up to a splendid summit with a glorious view.

Starting point: Certosa/Karthaus (1,327 m a.s.l)
Ascent: 1,602 m elevation gain, 4.5-5 hours
Best time: December to May

Also orographically speaking to the right of the Penaudtal Valley and more southerly towards Vinschgau Valley. The ascent is also from Certosa/Karthaus into the Penaudtal Valley, as with the ski tour to the Grubenspitze, but to Mountain pasture Penaud; continue up the Penaudtal Valley, take a left at altitude 2,500 and climb the lateral valley in a south-easterly direction. It is possible to reach the summit on skis. Descend by the same route.

For good skiers.

 

The Skitrack Jochtal combines a sporty challenge with the calm of nature. The ascent offers unforgettable views, while the descent on the perfectly groomed piste ensures a relaxed ending.

From Melag (car park) in northern direction diagonally left to the upper end of the drag lift. From there diagonally right over the southern slope up to a level with a crossroads (2090 m). Flat right to the bridge over the Melager stream. On the right side of the valley inwards to point 2321 m on the map. Here the brooks divide ("Zwischenbach" on the map). One climbs up a little steeply to the left of the right stream and ends on a hill at the beginning of a wide, flat valley. Through this valley to its end. There through a short but steep hollow up to a saddle (2600 m). Through the following, flat hollow at the left edge until
to their end. Up through a hollow again. Then first right over a ridge and further left into a flat depression (2800 m). Through it, then again left through a hollow and right up to the yoke with the wayside cross. Up to the elevation at 3049 m, one climbs another half hour with the skis on the left and then over a short ridge - not difficult - to the worthwhile lookout point with a pole.

Time of the year: Throughout winter

Avalanche risk: located on a steep slope of the Sailer Valley, pay attention to snow slabs!

Refreshment stop: Auerhof inn

The “Rotlahner” – an easy and well-known ski mountain in the Gsieser Alps

Starting point: Val Casies/Gsiesertal Valley – S. Maddalena, Head of the Valley (1465 m)
Descent: back via the ascent route
Hiking time: 03:30 h
Difficulty: medium; except for two steep slopes (below the Kasermähder Alm and in the Heimwaldjoch area) no technical difficulties
Altitude difference: 1270 m
Slope exposure: mainly southwest

The Felbe summit is with its northwest mountainside to the Pfitsch valley  a ski tour classic in the Pfunderer mountains. The beautiful ski slopes are a special reward here.

Technical skiing grade: moderately difficult.
Alpine grade: difficult, pickaxe and crampons recommended.
Maps: Tabacco No. 037, Kompass No. 44.

 

Ski tour (medium-difficult) to the Ahrner Kopf/Cima del Vento at the end of the Ahrntal valley in Kasern/Casere. 

 

Slope orientation: north-west

Highest point: 3,050 m

Altitude difference: 1,450 m

Approx. time for ascent: 5 hours

 

Avalanche danger: frequent

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The classic Gsieser ski and snowshoe tour through the Pfoital Valley to the Hochkreuzspitze

Starting point: Val Casies/Gsiesertal Valley – S. Maddalena, Head of the valley (1465 m)
Walking time: 04:30 h
Difficulty: medium | for average skiers – wide and open terrain with only a few steep slopes, caution with fresh snow
Altitude difference: 1274 m
Slope exposure: southwest

Starting point: Pfossental Valley, car park Gasthof Jägerrast inn (1,693 m a.s.l)
Ascent: 1,625 m elevation gain, 5-6 hours
Best time: March to mid-June

The Texelspitze is not only well known for its Nature Park but is also very popular because of the wonderful ski touring run. However, the tour is somewhat difficult due to the long climb through the Pfossental valley. After travelling along the forest path on the bottom of the valley for about 5 km you’ll arrive at Maso Gelato/Eishof farm at 2,069 m a.s.l. Take a right here over the stream and southwards, firstly on a sleep slope and then across splendid ridges to arrive at the Texelferner glacier. Cross the glacier, the trail rising in a southerly direction as far as the south-west side of the summit. The final steps to the summit can be taken once you’ve removed your skis. The best descent is by the same route.

For good skiers with Alpine experience

If you want to experience the most powerful mountains of all mountains up close, you shouldn't miss a ski tour to the Suldenspitze peak. This tour is with a duration of 4 hours and 6 km an easy tour and rewards the ski tourers with an unique alpine panorama of Königsspitze Peak, König Ortler Peak and Cevedale Peak.

The hike starts at the Kühhof car park above Latzfons. Head northwest on forest trail over the open Alpine meadows passing through sparse larch and pine forests to the Klausner Hütte mountain hut (1923 m). Continue along the hiking trail passing the Rungger Hütten huts and Plankenbach brook. Also known as the Kreuzweg (Way of the Cross), the trail then crosses a pine forest before winding its way up a steep slope to the pilgrimage church and mountain shelter at Latzfonser Kreuz. Continue up trail no. 9. Finally, the route leads to the Kassiansee mountain lake and the Kassianspitze summit (2581 m) slightly beyond. The return is back the same way as the ascent.

An easy summit tour at Weißenbach/Rio Bianco at an elevation of 2,474 metres.

 

Slope orientation: north-west

Highest point: 2,474 m

Altitude difference: 1,090 m

Approx. time for ascent: 4 hours

 

Avalanche danger: moderate

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Be aware of the avalanche danger. More information at the alpine schools and the mountain guides.
A detailed map is available in the tourist offices.

Panorama hike: over the Lutter- and Durakopf

Starting point: Monguelfo-Tesido – Tesido, parking lot above the Mudler Hof mountain restaurant (1584 m)
Ascent: 03:00–03:30 h
Descent: ca. 02:00 h, tobogganing possible to the Mudler Hof
Difficulty: moderate; steep ascent through forest, gentle alpine pastures, mostly easy descent
Altitude difference: ca. 700 m
Toboggan run: easy

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.

Easy tour with a stunning panoramic view.

 

Highest point: 2,517 m

Altitude difference: 1,150 m

Approx. time for ascent: 5 hours

 

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The ski tour to Mutegg leads from the valley station of the chairlift through the forest slopes and off the slopes in a steady ascent to the summit of Mutegg (2,658 m)

Starting point: Maso Corto/Kurzras, car park (2,011 m a.s.l)
Ascent: 1,445 m elevation gain, 5 hours
Best time: December to May

The Schwemserspitze is south of the Weißkugel with which it creates a massif between the Schnalstal valley and Matschertal valley. The ascent is from Maso Corto/Kurzras  across along Sommerweg (summer path) as far as the bridge, then in each case turning left into the Langgrubtal Valley. Then turn towards the north and climb the steep slopes as far as the Schwemser Ferner glacier. The easiest way to climb the glacier is by the south-west ridge. You can descend along the same route.

For good skiers with Alpine experience

 

Starting point: Madonna di Senales/Unser Frau (1,508 m a.s.l)
Ascent: 1,472 m elevation gain, 4.5 hours
Best time: December to May

Together with the Kleinen Wigenspitze that is slightly northwards, the Hohe Wiegenspitze rises between the Mastauntal and the Penaudtal valleys. Climb from Unser Frau through the Mastauntal valley, passing by the beautifully situated Mountain pasture Mastaun  (1,810 m a.s.l). At the end of the valley, once you have negotiated the steep slope you will be on flat ground again. The trail continues, taking a sharp left, over the hollows of a wide valley and finally rising sharply over the western ridge to the summit. Descend by the same route.

For good skiers with Alpine experience

 

Starting point: Mountain station Grawand (3,212 m a.s.l) or Refuge Bella Vista (2,842 m a.s.l)
Best time: March to May
Degree of difficulty: for good skiers with Alpine experience

Day 1 ascent: 600 m elevation gain, 4 hours
The same ascent route as ski tour to the Ötzi discovery site; the trail then takes you downhill on the Niederhochferner glacier and briefly uphill to the Refuge Similaun (3,019 ma.s.l).

Day 2 ascent: 600 m elevation gain, 2 hours
The ascent goes from the Similaun lodge to Similaun in a south-easterly direction over the Niederjochferner glacier, rising only slightly to begin with but becoming steeper, up to a narrow and often monitored summit ridge.

Descent A: descend back along the ascent route.

Descent B: eastwards to the Similaunjoch pass and then northwards over the Marzellferner glacier to the Mountain hut Martin-Busch and on to Vent (A)

Descent C: eastwards to the Similaunjoch pass and then southwards over the Grafferner glacier and Graftal Valley to Inn Jägerrast  (Vorderkaser) in the Pfossental Valley.

Of the 3 options, descent C (down into the Pfossental Valley) is highly recommended but only in good conditions.

Starting point: Small car park (1920m) at the end of the road to Rojen/Schöneben. Descent: along the ascent route Notes: In good conditions and with a sensible choice of route, the tour does not present any particular difficulties. Avoid at all costs in unfavourable visibility conditions (orientation difficulties!) Ascent: On the right side of the valley, the route is initially rather flat, heading south-westwards. Before you come to a collection of idyllic mountain barns, you climb over the gentle slopes of the mountain meadows, keeping slightly to the right, before ascending to the right over an almost treeless ridge. The first slope is a little steep and requires caution, then continue over the ridge until you reach the Wetterkreuz cross south of the Inn. Nockenkopf (up to here the tour corresponds to that to the Inner Nockenkopf). Continue westwards over gentle hollows. At first glance, the destination is not yet clearly recognisable, but as the ascent progresses, everything becomes clearer. A little caution is required on the last summit slope, which is negotiated from left to right. Further ascent: You can also continue further into the valley and follow the first section of the route to the Grionkopf, then, always skilfully avoiding steep slopes and V-slopes, turn right up towards Grionplotten.

The Uwald Alm Hut – an area that offers the best views of the Gsieser Valley

Starting point: Val Casies/Gsiesertal Valley – S. Maddalena, Head of the Valley (1465 m)
Descent: back via the ascent route
Walking time: 02:30 h
Difficulty: easy; simple tour with the character of a ski hike
Altitude difference: 577 m
Slope exposure: southwest – northwest