Snowboarding

 

 

Trentino is the land of snowboarders and attracts vast numbers of riders because of the innumerable of snowparks found in all of its ski areas. These fun havens have a great capacity for renewal and for keeping up to date with the latest trends in winter sports, which has helped them expand rapidly in Trentino, while ensuring quality structures and careful management.
Boarding fans can practice their spectacular manoeuvres in complete freedom and safety on half pipes and jumps, boardercross tracks and dedicated areas with a wide array of kickers in different sizes, as well as funboxes, rails and other features.
To keep up to date with the latest news and events organised in leading snowparks in the region, just go to www.trentinosnow.it Our website is filled with news and information, thrilling videos and wonderful photo galleries.

Snowparks in Trentino

Ursus Snowpark – Madonna di Campiglio
The snowpark is located at 2500 m in the Grosté area, surrounded by the Brenta Dolomites and boasts over 5 hectares of perfectly maintained terrain.

Snowpark Monte Bondone - Trento
Easily reachable from Trento and just a short distance away from the city, the snowpark in Monte Bodrone is located above the 3-Tre ski-lift and has a very large events area.

Double Park – Polsa
This snowpark is located near the downhill runs of the Montagnola, on the Brentonico Plateau.

Carosello Snowpark – Passo Tonale
This snowpark is located in the Passo Tonale area and is found next to the Valna ski run. The park can be reached by taking the eponymous ski lift.

Snowpark Passo Tonale – Passo Tonale
The snowpark has only been recently constructed and can be reached using the Tonale-Valena ski-lift. It is located at 2000 m and basks in the sun’s rays throughout the day.
Alternative Park – Marilleva
Located at approximately 1900 m in Panciana in the Folgarida-Marilleva area, this snowpark can be reached from Marilleva 1400 by taking the Copai Panciana 6 seater gondola lift.
Rolle Railz Park – S. Martino di Castrozza
The Rolle Railz Park is one of the historical snowparks of Trentino and is located on a sunny slope near Pale di San Martino.
San Martino Snowpark – S. Martino di Castrozza
This snowpark is also found in the San Martino di Castrozza area and can be easily reached by taking the Tognola cableway. The park has recently changed management and offers a variety of new services, including a freestyle camp.

Snowpark Belvedere – Canazei
This snowpark is located in the heart of the Belvedere ski area and can be reached from Canazei in Val di Fassa. It is particularly renowned for its perfectly maintained snowboardcross.
Easy Snowpark – Passo S. Pellegrino
This snowpark is found near Moena and was established in 2002. It is famous for its more approachable features, hence its name.
Morea Snowpark – Bellamonte
Located in the Alpe Luisa ski area, Snowpark Morea is ideal for all those who want to gain some familiarity with freestyling, since its kickers are not particularly enormous and the park is both comfortable and peaceful. The same holds true for its whoops and boardercross track.

Other well equipped snowparks in Trentino include the Snowpark Pampeago Obereggen in Val di Fiemme (Latemar Ski Center) and Lgr Playground in Passo Brocon in Valsugana. There are two new snowparks in Paganella, built on the Skiweg Conca d’Argento and on Dosso Larici. The Jurassik Snowpark is found in Folgaria.

source: http://www.visittrentino.it

Alps holiday skiing

 

Having fun on skis in the heart of the Alps in Trentino

Here in Trentino, right in the heart of the Alps, is the winter holiday you certainly didn’t expect. Sports, culture, wine and food events and entertainment are the ingredients that make all holidays a great success, both in summer and winter. The wonderful Dolomites attract all kinds of guests -families, young couples and the most dedicated sports enthusiasts. Between November and April, you can experience the best in downhill and cross-country skiing, snowboarding and ski-mountaineering. And then there’s snow-walking, with snowshoes and sled-dogs: everything, in fact that can be done on snow and with snow.

Over 300 modern ski lifts come into operation, with a total of 800 km of slopes that are always in tiptop condition. As well as the snow that covers 90% of the pistes, the snow-depth is guaranteed by an inimitable team of technicians with first class snow grooming equipment.

Winter offers a wealth of sensations and experiences to be savoured and never forgotten. The two most important features of the skiing season here are the technology and the unbeatable panoramas, with long ski slopes served by modern, fast and comfortable ski lifts, pistes with all levels of difficulty, always snow-covered and absolutely safe to ski on for the whole time. A skiing holiday in Trentino is sure to be a memorable experience, not least because of the wonderful, unforgettable Alpine scenery.

Alps holiday skiing

Events Dolomiti Superski

 

Ski World Cup dates:
Val Gardena/Saslong: 16th and 17th December 2011 (men’s SuperG and downhill)
Alta Badia/Gran Risa: 18th and 19th December 2011 (men’s giant slalom and slalom)
Cortina d’Ampezzo: 14th and 15th January 2012 (women’s downhill and SuperG)

Parties and entertainment
Night Ski Opening Obereggen with Skitest, 26th November 2010
Coppa Europa Snowboardcross, Cortina D’Ampezzo (Faloria), 17-18-19 December 2010
Snow party in the Civetta ski resort, 17-19th December 2010
New Year’s Eve parties in many villages, New Year 2010
Dolomiti Balloon Festival – meeting of balloons in Dobbiaco, 07-16th January 2011
Carnival parties and events in all Dolomiti Superski-areas, Carnival 2011
From 17th January to 8th March 2011 “Carnevale fassano” in Canazei (Val di Fassa) 
Ski Jazz 2010 in Val di Fiemme, 06-21st of March 2010
Scufoneda 2010 in Moena (Trevalli) – intenational Telemark Freeride-week, 28th February- 07th March 2010
"Gaudi"-week with music, entertainment and gastronomy in Alta Pusteria, 14-21st March 2010
2° King of Iron-Night Freestyle Contest Obereggen, 27th March 2010 
Events
Cortina SnowKite Contest (Giau-pass), 17-20th March 2011
Fila Sprint – Plose (Valle Isarco), 19-21st March 2010
Sellaronda Skimarathon-Canazei (famous international touring ski competition), 18th February 2011
Helmissimo – the longest giant slalom of Alta Pusteria, 26th March 2011
Südtirol Gardenissima-Val Gardena, 3rd April 2011
Men’s Curling-Worldcup/Cortina d’Ampezzo, 03-11st April 2010
Ski Challenge Stars
Ski Civetta Val di Zoldo in notturna, 27th March 2010

Events Dolomiti Superski

News Dolomiti Superski

 

„RESPECT – Safety is not a game“, the campaign for greater safety on the ski slopes

Dolomiti Superski always dedicates great attention to the question of safety on the ski slopes, promoting year after year its own awareness campaign. Following on from a close cooperation with ski champions Manuela and Manfred Moelgg in the past winter ski seasons, Dolomiti Superski this year is making the most of precious suggestions coming from those having participated in the 2010 / 2011 competition which asked ski enthusiasts for their own ideas without any imposition from ourselves.
A high number of responses identified “respect for others and awareness of one’s own limits” as an important element to ensure the enjoyment of all on the slopes in an even safer manner. In essence the importance is to remember that one is not alone on the slopes but is sharing the space with others who are equally enthusiastic about skiing, and that, by regulating one’s own speed and style to one’s actual capabilities, it is possible to reduce significantly the number of dangerous situations and risk of collision.
The key themes are SAFETY IS NOT A GAME –  Respecting others and keeping within your own limits is the way for all to enjoy themselves and “TAKE CARE – Be careful, respect others and know your limits” 
The key points of the safety campaign are available for all to see on leaflets and posters at skipass outlets and the uphill lift facilities. Dolomiti Superski brings to your attention that in Italy the use of a helmet is compulsory for children aged under 14 and is strongly recommended to all above that age also – ski in safety!

News Dolomiti Superski

“DROP IN” DOLOMITI SUPER FREESTYLE DAY

 

The new craze among the young is called Freestyle, which sees the number of fans grow every year. For teenagers, jumping, grabbing and doing other aerial performances has now become a cult. For this reason, Dolomiti Superski is presenting again in coming 2011/2012 winter season, the “DROP IN” Freestyle Day. In freestyler-speak, “Drop in” means the first approach to this fun specialty. “Drop in” is also the warning a freestyler shouts before launching himself onto an obstacle course in a snowpark. Everyone is warned he is setting off, and acts accordingly, to reduce risks. Teaching the Freestyle techniques and safety rules, respecting nature, this is the aim of the Freestyle Day. In cooperation with 23 ski and snowboard schools in the Dolomiti Superski district, fun days are to be had for the 12 to 18s, who wish to try an exciting new experience on skis or board, maybe even upside down.
From mid-January 2012 we’ll be off: twice a week it will be Freestyle Day in the 21 Dolomiti Superski Snowparks, every Wednesday for those on a week’s holiday and every Saturday for the weekenders. So anyone looking for halfpipes, stairs, walls or rails can have fun, whether on twin tip skis or snowboard. Specialist Freestyle instructors will reveal the tricks of this new trade to groups of up to 10 kids per instructor, to guarantee the best learning methods. From 10 am to 4 pm, the day will be action-packed, making best use of the state-of-the-art snowparks. A day’s course costs 53.00 Euro per person – or, including Freestyle equipment hire, twin tip skis, 77.00 Euro, ski pass not included. Find out more on the printed info guide, on dolomitisuperski.com/freestyle, or at the ski and snowboard schools participating in the program in the Dolomiti Superski district.

News Dolomiti Superski

News Dolomiti Superski

 

Lifts renewed and slopes even more fit for fun and … safe!

One of the fundamental standards which distinguishes the Dolomiti Superski philosophy is the constant research and investment in modernising lift systems and slopes, with safety and comfort uppermost in mind. In consequence the aim is not to open up new ski areas but to improve the existing ones, paying attention to all details and rationalising connections for easy access and enjoyable days on the slopes. Much attention is dedicated to the daily preparation of the slopes with more than 300 snowcats being allocated to the job so as to guarantee perfect conditions for all skiers and snowboarders.
In summer / autumn  2011 considerable investment has been made in new connections between ski areas and in the renewing or replacement of lift systems. In Valle Isarco, the ski areas of Jochtal and Gitschberg will be connected by the new cabin lift “Gaisjoch”, whilst at Kronplatz a new cabin lift “Ried” with an adjoining slope will connect the extensive summit area with the railway at Perca. Nine lift systems in the areas of Cortina d’Ampezzo, Kronplatz, Alta Badia, Val Gardena/Alpe di Siusi, Arabba/Marmolada, Valle Isarco and Civetta have been replaced. These are just some examples to illustrate the efforts of Dolomiti Superski to satisfy the wishes and the needs of skiers and snowboarders.  

News Dolomiti Superski

Ski Hire in Dolomites

 

Ski equipment hire in Dolomites

This year we have teamed up with Ski-Set to offer our clients discounted ski hire in all resorts.

For almost 20 years SkiSet have been equipping skiers, thanks to its teams of professionals in the Italian ski resorts. Hiring ski equipment is quick and easy.

>> Book now your ski hire in Dolomites >>

Choose your closest SkiSet shop within the Skiset network in: Alleghe, Alpe di Siusi, Aprica, Artesina, Bardonecchia, Bormio, Brunico – Riscone, Campitello – Val di Fassa, Canazei – Val di Fassa, Castelrotto-Kastelruth, Cerreto Laghi, Cervinia, Champoluc – Monterosa Ski, Cogolo, Colere, Cortina d’Ampezzo, Corvara, Courmayeur – Plan, Chécrouit, Falcade, Folgaria, Folgarida, Gressoney Stafal Monterosaski, Gressoney Weissmatten Mont.ski, La Thuile, Limone Piemonte – 1400, Livigno, Madesimo, Madonna di Campiglio, Mezzana, Moena – Val di Fiemme, Monte Bondone (Vaneze), Monte Bondone (Vason), Ortisei, Pampeago – Val di Fiemme, Passo Costalunga – P. Carezza, Peio Terme, Pinzolo, Pozza di Fassa, Prato Nevoso, Predazzo – Val di Fiemme, San Cassiano, San Martino di Castrozza, San Sicario – Cesana , San Vigilio di Marebbe, Santa Caterina Valfurva, Santa Cristina, Sappada, Sauze d’Oulx, Selva Gardena – Wolkenstein, Sestrière, Solda-Sulden, Torgnon, Valtournenche, Vigo di Fassa, Vipiteno, Alagna – Monterosa Ski, Alta Badia – La Villa, Andalo, Aosta, Arabba, Cesana Torinese, Chiesa in Valmalenco, Crevacol, Fai della Paganella, Monginevro, Mont.ski Gressoney Tschoarde, Passo Tonale, Pila, Roccaraso, Saint Rhémy en bosses, San Vito di Cadore, Selva di Cadore, Tesero – Val di Fiemme, Trento, Valdaora (BZ), Zoldo Alto

Benefit from well prepared, top of the range equipment and conveniently located shops – that’s SkiSet’s commitment to you.

Cheaper ski rentals
Winter holidays approaching? Don’t delay, hire your skis online!

You wills save up to 40% on in-resort prices, depending on your dates. For each resort, a detailed map will indicate precisely where the SkiSet shops are located. Trust in the professionals for the rental of your ski equipment and get onto the slopes without a fuss.

State of the art equipment and personalized service

At SkiSet you will be welcomed by professionals who are passionate about the mountains. Renowned skiers or instructors, our advisors are best able to advise you according to your preferences, your level and also the snow conditions in resort. Located in the most convenient areas of the resorts, our shops are dedicated to the enjoyment of skiing. Depending on the range of equipment you choose to hire, you may also change your skis or try a snowboard during your stay, without any additional charge.

Ski Hire in Dolomites

Skirama Dolomiti Adamello – Brenta

 

PEJO3000: New for winter in Val di Sole

New in Peio: a cable lift with two cable cars, each with a carrying capacity of 100 people, that from the Tarlenta area (at an elevation of 2000 meters) reaches the ruins of what was once the “Mantova” mountain hut located at 3000 meters. A modern and capacious lift system that goes all the way up to Valle della Mite, giving skiers the chance to plunge down an amazing and thrilling 8 km descent to Peio Fonti.
Peio is the oldest tourist resort in Val di Sole, located in the heart of one of the historic Italian National parks, the Stelvio National Park, created more than 70 years ago to protect this vast area. A truly natural heritage that surrounds this location and a perfect destination point for families, becoming even more fascinating when immersed within the winter atmosphere. The Peio ski area is located on the slopes of Mount Viòz, offering skiers state of the art ski lifts like the Peio – Tarlenta cabin lift. In addition to admiring the natural surroundings of the Stelvio National Park from the numerous slopes, including the long slope that descends from the ruins of the “Mantova” mountain hut and from the “Doss dei Gembri” mountain hut, where it is often possible to catch a glimpse of chamois and deer, you can also go snowshoeing on your own or with a “Park Guide” by following one of the many itineraries that lead to mountain shelters or enter into the wood. Tourism in the Peio mountain resort began as early as 1650 due to the well-known therapeutic properties of its three mineral water springs. Today, Peio is still a first-class thermal center. It is possible to “revitalize” oneself, also during the winter season from Christmas to Easter, in the new thermal spa center with specialized treatments that use the beneficial properties of the Peio mineral springs and the beauty treatments of the new wellness center. The Health Center and the Wellness Center are definitely the perfect places to relax after a day on the slopes.

Technical details:

Start elevation: 2000 m  a.s.l.
Arrival elevation: 3000 m  a.s.l.
Carrying capacity: 100 people
Travel time: 5, 8 min.

Skirama Dolomiti Adamello – Brenta

Skiing Italy News and Offers – Ski Holidays in Dolomites

 

Great news, new connection linking Pinzolo – Madonna Di Campiglio – Marilleva – Folgarida opening this season – 150km of slopes !!

Skiing Italy News and Offers – Ski Holidays in Dolomites

Magical Mountain Huts

 

The experience of reaching a mountain hutby snowmobile, on snowshoes or even on foot, surrounded by silence is unforgettable. Savour the striking atmospheres of an evening spent on the mountains, sitting in front of a fireplace and enjoying the flavours of Trentino’s dishes, before perhaps taking a thrilling sled ride back down by torchlight.

Dinner in a Trentino mountain hut is a unique experience. A voyage of discovery among a myriad of flavours, giving guests a chance to taste dishes such as grilled polenta with cheese or mushrooms, strangolapreti, orzotto and game as well as traditional cold cuts, salamis and cheeses, and taste the much cherished deserts and grappas that traditionally bring a mountain meal to a close.

In winter, dinner is served in mountain huts throughout Trentino’s skiing districts, with guests travelling up the slopes on snowmobiles or snow-cats – and in some cases even making their way back down on sleds or using snowshoes.

Evenings in Val di Fassa at the Baita Ciampié in Val San Nicolò – a branch valley of the Val di Fassa – and at the Rifugio Fuchiade in Passo San Pellegrino are truly extraordinary, as are those in Val di Fiemme, at the Baita Caserina on the Alpe di Pampeago, the Baita Ciamp de le Strie on the Alpe di Lusia or at the Capanna Cervino in Passo Rolle.

In Val di Sole, wonderful evenings can also be enjoyed at the Rifugio Orso Bruno, at the Rifugio Solander or at the Malga Panciana in Marilleva as well as at the Chalet degli Angeli  in Folgarida and the Rifugio Scoiattolo and Doss dei Gembri in Peio.

The Cascina Zeledria, Malga Ritorto, Malga Montagnoli and the restaurant Boch and the Stoppani Grosté in Madonna di Campiglio can be reached on snow-cats in the evenings.

In Paganella, visitors can spend the evening at Baita Pineta, Casina Bruniol and La Tana dell’Ermellino – which also provides horse-drawn sleighs for transport. The Stella d’Italia mountain hut is open in Folgaria, as well as the Rifugio Baita Tonda (Serrada) and the restaurant Malga Ortesino, while in Lavarone it’s possibe to dine at the  restaurant refuge Tana Incantata on Mount Tablat.

Magical Mountain Huts @ www.visittrentino.it