Italian Alps skiing: pure winter fun for everyone

Ski fun in the Rosskopf ski resort in Sterzing-Vipiteno

Wondering how Italian Alps skiing will be? On the Rosskopf ski resort in Vipiteno-Sterzing winter fun takes all sorts of shapes: cross-country or downhill skiing, ski tours, sledging, snowboarding, ice skating or just relaxing and soaking up the atmosphere! The ski resort around Sterzing’s Rosskopf is called Ratschings-Jaufen and is known for its perfect cross-country skiing circuits while nearby Ladurns with its perfectly prepared pistes will make the heart of any winter sports enthusiast beat a little faster: this paradise for skiing and cross-country skiing in the Italian Alps is located only 1 km from our hotel and will leave nothing at all to be desired.

Rosskopf Monte Cavallo at Sterzing / Vipiteno
Ski area in the North of South Tyrol

The ski area Rosskopf / Monte Cavallo is situated only few minutes away from the historical towncentre of Sterzing / Vipiteno. In addition to 20 km of sunny slopes for skiing, beautifull snowshoe hikes and long toboggan rides await you all winter long. The Rosskof run is Italy’s longest illuminated and artificial snow covered toboggan trail. Off the slopes you will find various idyllic cozy mountain huts and shelters with great culinary dishes, influenced by the Austrian and Italian cuisine. The unique panoramic view will complete your perfect day in our winter wonder land.

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Take a running start - Our alternatives to skiing:

into the winter!Classic stride or powerful skate-skiing: it’s your choice ... go train on the panoramic Platschjoch cross country ski trail to get back in full shape. This trail crosses through pine forests and open spaces, with wonderful views of the surrounding mountains, amidst an uncontaminated nature.

The area of Vipiteno and the surrounding valleys are ideal for lovers of cross-country skiing! Savour the surrounding countryside while skiing on the runs in Val Ridanna, Val di Vizze and Racines. Beaten trails that wind through forests and over fields will provide you with an unforgettable holiday.

A fairy tale winter land is waiting to be discovered on the Rosskopf Monte Cavallo leisure mountain. We offer a lot of fun also offside the slopes. You will find about 6 km of daily prepared and snow guaranteed winter hiking trails. In the quiet mountain atmosphere you can easily take a timeout from all day stress and enjoy the panorama view.
Experience our winter wonderland and take a look to the snow covered mountains in South Tyrol. The leisure mountain Rosskopf offer a roundview from the Zillertaler alps over the Dolomites to the Stubaier alps.

Christmas in the mountains of Sterzing-Vipiteno

If you don't fancy spending your days on the Italian alps skiing, you can instead visit the Christmas Market in Sterzing-Vipiteno. Prepare to be enchanted by one of the most romantic Christmas markets in all of South Tirol.

The artistically carved nativity scenes are displayed to full effect in the little stalls, decorated with moss and fronds of fir trees from the forests. Twinkling garlands of lights and fir branches mark out the path to the Christmas market, where you can admire or buy hand-made Christmas tree decorations made of glass, straw and wood or traditional handcrafts such as "Patschen" – cosy slippers with lambswool lining.

Don’t forget that during the winter you can also skate beneath the Torre delle Dodici in the heart of Vipiteno... what could be more magical?

Tobogganing at Rosskopf / Monte Cavallo
10 kilometers of tobogganing in – day&night: The longest in Italy

The Rosskopf leisure mountain offer an incomparable toboggan and sledging fun. Here you will find 10 kilometers of artificial snow covered and prepared toboggan slopes. The Rosskof run is with 10 km lenght Italy’s longest illuminated and artificial snow covered toboggan trail.

The Rosskopf toboggan run is opened and illuminated Tuesday and Friday night until midnight. The Rosskopf cable car is opened from 7 pm to 10 pm on Tuesday and Friday. The mountain innkeepers are guaranteeing unforgettable moments for the whole family.If instead you are looking for quieter and less crowded toboggan runs.

We recommend the ones from Malga Pranter and Malga Allriss, which are ideal for a moonlit ride.