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Cross-Country Skiing
CURRENT INFO Cross-country skiing is not possible due to lack of snow.

Cross-country skiing

Gliding over snow

On the Villanderer Alm, far away from the big ski resorts, cross-country skiers enjoy a great landscape in the heart of nature. The Villanders cross-country trail is suitable not only for recreational cross-country skiers, but it’s perfect also as a training route for active athletes.

The Villanderer Alm mountain pasture provides an enchanting backdrop for cross-country skiing enthusiasts. The expansive meadows, snow-covered slopes, and sunny location invite you to an unforgettable cross-country skiing adventure. Whether you are an experienced skier or a beginner, up here you will find suitable trails.
And what could be more beautiful than stopping at the cozy huts after a sporting activity and trying the local delicacies?

Cross-country skiing on the Villanderer Alm, surrounded by breathtaking views, fresh mountain air, and peaceful hours amid the winter alpine landscape, promises to be an unforgettable experience!
Cross-Country Skiing Fun with snow
Your cross-country trails
Cross-country trail Villanderer Alm
Start: Parking Gasserhütte
Length: 6,5 km
Difficulty: medium
Ski rental: Gasserhütte
Alpine huts: Gasserhütte, Rinderplatzhütte
Cross-country trail Villanderer Alm & Rittner Horn
Start: Hut Mair in Plun
Arrival: Schwarzenseespitze Rittner Horn - Mountain station cable car
Length: 9,5 km
Difficulty: medium
Ski rental: Gasserhütte
Alpine huts: Hut Mair in Plun, hut Feltuner Hütte, hut Unterhornhaus
Cross-country ski runs in the surroundings
Val di Funes: 26 km
Corno del Renon: 35 km
Alpe di Siusi: 60 km
Val Gardena: 116 km
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Cross-country skiing recommended route Cross-country skiing  · South Tyrol closed

Cross country ski trail - Alp of Villandro

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  • Cross-country skiing on the Villandro Alp
    Cross-country skiing on the Villandro Alp
    Photo: Thomas Rötting, Klausen, Barbian, Villanders, Feldthurns
Map / Cross country ski trail - Alp of Villandro

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    Cross-country skiing on the sunny Villanderer Alm: a varied trail at around 2,000 m, ideal for beginners and experienced skiers.
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    Distance 6.3 km
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    A true insider tip for cross-country skiers is the Villanderer Alm alpine pasture, located at around 2,000 metres above the village of Villanders in the Eisack Valley. The varied trail leads through the sunny alpine landscape and is ideal for both beginners and more experienced cross-country skiers. Although not particularly demanding from a technical point of view, the route offers plenty of variety with gentle loops, curves and two moderate descents. Its sunny location provides beautiful views along the way without compromising the snow conditions. The trail is regularly groomed and carefully maintained, ensuring ideal conditions for enjoyable hours in the winter mountain landscape.
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    Almgasthof am Rinderplatz
    Gasser Hütte

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    The cross-country ski trail starts at the Gasser Hütte and runs for around 6.5 kilometres through the winter landscape of the Villanderer Alm. The route is rated as moderately difficult and offers a varied course. For beginners and those who prefer a more leisurely option, a shorter and easier route of around 4 kilometres is also signposted on site.
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    Renatl of sledge, snowshoes, cross-country ski & ski for skitouring at the Alp
    Renatl of sledge, snowshoes, cross-country ski & ski for skitouring at the Alp
    Bus stop, Alps of Villanders/Villandro

    Public transport

    The bus line 345 from Klausen/Villanders/Villanderer Alm

    Directions

    Leave the motorway at Klausen and take the first exit at the first roundabout. At the next roundabout, take the second exit and follow the road for about 2 kilometres. Then turn right towards Villanders and continue to the village centre. At the Despar supermarket, turn right and follow the signs for the Villanderer Alm. The road leads up to the Saltnerstein car park near the Gasser Hütte.

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    Parking Saltner Stein (Gasser Hütte) for a fee.

    Coordinates

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    46.642807, 11.492021
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    46°38'34.1"N 11°29'31.3"E
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    32T 690713 5168488
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    6.3 km
    Duration
    1:35 h
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    124 m
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    Highest point
    1,836 m
    Lowest point
    1,757 m
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