Winter holidays in the
Vinschgau Valley
Infinite variety
The winter in Vinschgau is unparalleled: Crystals glittering in the sun, a thick snow blanket on meadows and pastures, an ice layer covering Lake Haider and Lake Reschen, all of it framed by impressive glaciers and majestic mountain peaks. As of December the time for skiers, tourers, cross-country skiers and snowshoers dawns in Vinschgau. And for those who are still bored by this: What about trying out the trend sports “snow kiting”? Or maybe rather taking it easy while spinning and ice-skating on Lake Reschen?
No matter which winter activity you choose, you will always enjoy a gorgeous panoramic view of the 3000 meter high summit regions that can be reached from the Reschen Pass in a comfortable and safe way using state-of-the-art cableway and lift systems. In Reschen you will find one of the most comprehensive and well-rounded winter sports programs of the entire Alpine area!
"Most diverse winter sports" means for you: Ice sailing, ice kiting, ice skating, cross-country skiing, snowshoeing, touring, snowboarding, carving, skiing, free indoor pool, etc. You will certainly find the winter sports that you will enjoy the most!
Ski
Flying high! Skiing at Reschen Pass
In Vinschgau, when the glittering frozen lakes compete with the snow-covered mountain peaks, the entire holiday region Reschen Pass converts into a true winter fairy tale! Everyone looking for an unforgettable skiing fun is at the right place with us. Our house offers an ideal starting point for your skiing holidays in Vinschgau. Getting to the skiing areas is easy and comfortable by a ski bus which departs directly in front of our house!
The skiing paradise Reschen Pass in the two country skiarena with guaranteed snow and the skiing areas Schöneben, Nauders, Haideralm, Watles, Sulen am Ortler, Trafoi am Ortler offer you high-quality skiing fun with over 211 kilometers of ski runs, optimally prepared slopes, fun parks for freestylers and snowboarders and various skiing schools. Both beginners and experts will find what their hearts desire. Rustic huts and modern refuges invite to sunbathe, stop for a bite to eat and enjoy specialties from South Tyrol.
You can look forward to winter holidays in South Tyrol away from the hectic slope activities and enjoy a total of three skiing areas in Vinschgau using only one lift pass!
Snowshoes
Snowshoeing - walking snow slopes on quiet feet
White, white, white - wherever the eye settles: No sign of racing skiers, nature belongs to us, only us! The only sound is the crunching of the powder snow under the snowshoes, nothing else, no sound at all. A winter fairy tale that is offered to you year after year in the Upper Vinschgau and will stay in your memories for a long time. A very good signposted network of hiking trails ensures that you return to the valley safely and without any difficulty.
Winter hiking in Vinschgau - for all those who are looking for the special winter experience!
Skiing tours
Limitless adventures on skiing tours in Vinschgau
Climbing peaks through untouched snow covers that can't be reached by lift, exploring one's own physical limits while having a view over the majestic mountain world surrounding King Ortler: This is what ski touring in the Upper Vinschgau is about!
Very few areas offer so many all-natural side valleys such as our striking valley, the Vinschgau and the whole holiday region at the Reschen Pass. The greatest diversity for tours for all levels and demands can be found here.
During your winter holidays at the Hotel Schwarzer Adler in Reschen you receive valuable tips and suggestions about tours, weather conditions, reports on avalanches and snow conditions. For the few skilled tourers we recommend participating in guided tours led by experienced mountain guides.
Miscellaneous
As colorful as the Vinschgau are also the activity opportunities in Vinschgau Valley. It doesn't always have to be about skiing or snowshoeing! Winter holidays in Vinschgau are the most fun away from slopes and cross-country ski runs: Why not try snow kiting or ice sailing!
In recent times Lake Reschen has been counted as one of the top spots in the international snow kiting scene. Due to its altitude, Lake Reschen and also the smaller Lake Haider are completely frozen most of the season. Owing to the famous Vinschgau wind, once the towing kite has reached velocity, a speed of up to 100 km/h is not uncommon during snow kiting on Lake Reschen! Taking part in an introductory course is a must for all adrenaline junkies!
As soon as the winter finds its way into Vinschgau Valley, a true paradise opens up for enthusiastic ice sailors. The wind in Vinschgau is not just well-disposed to snow kiters, also ice sailors will get what they wish for on the frozen Lake Reschen.