Antholz (1,241 m) stretches into the 21 km long Antholz Valley, a narrow side valley of the Val Pusteria. At the end is Lake Antholz, with the majestic Hochgall (3,435 m) rising over it. The glacier belongs to the Riesenferner Group, which connects the valley with Austria through the "Staller Sattel" Pass. Antholz is known, above all, as a cross-country and biathlon paradise: the annual biathlon world cup is held here, and the 2007 biathlon world championships was held on the local tracks. Antholz also offers quite a bit to alpine skiers and boarders. The blue pistes on "Riepenlift" in Mitter Valley are perfectly suited for beginners and young skiers.Not far from Antholz (approx. 15 minutes) is the Plan de Corones ski area, which complements your ski enjoyment with over 119 kilometres of piste and lovely ski lodges. The ski area is easily and comfortably reached with the free ski bus! In addition to the pistes, the two toboggan runs "Staller Sattel" (5 km long) and "Steinzgeralm" (2.5 km long), as well as the ice skating rink, ensure additional winter fun. Various tours through snowy, fairy-tale landscapes and crunching snow await hiking enthusiasts.
Pfalzen is situated at 1,220 m in Val Pusteria and is known for its beautiful, sunny location. A mix of Italian and Austrian cooking is also a treat. Typical specialities from the area include "Hasenöhrl" and "Tirtlan". For those who want to enjoy more than these tasty delicacies, Pfalzen offers various sports and free time activities. Tobogganing, curling, or a romantic winter walk offer something for young and old! Plan de Corones ski region, which can be easily reached with the ski bus, offers wide, groomed piste for all ski and snowboarders. The area is considered one of the few modern ski areas in the Alps where 100% of the piste are able to be covered by snow cannons in case snowflakes don't fall.
Reischach (956 m) is situated on a sunny high plateau at the foot of Plan de Corones. The resort owes its name to the legendary Rischon Mountain. With its 1,300 inhabitants, the resort doesn't only offer a beautiful panorama over the surrounding mountain area, but is also the ideal place to do winter sports.
Modern lift systems that take you up to 2,275 m in the ski area Plan de Corones start directly on the edge of the resort. The very well prepared pistes and beautiful views make this resort one of the loveliest in the Dolomites. Boarders, carvers and leisurely skiers are offered a first-class experience! Cross-country fans can look forward to approx. 15 km of trails. Ice skating, tobogganing, curling or in the spa paradise "Cron4" offer a large programme of leisure activities away from the slopes.
The Dolomites encircle the village like a crown, and the nature park Fanes-Sennes-Prags begins directly at the end of the resort. The location couldn't be more idyllic. This is how the South Tyrolean mountain village of St. Vigil enchants with is Alpine charm and unique culture - of which includes residents speaking Ladin, as well as preservation of the Ladin traditions.
The village impresses with its Baroque-style parish church in the centre and its cosy little wooden houses built in an Alpine style. Visitors can truly enjoy serenity and nature, but also the close proximity to one of South Tyrol's most popular ski mountains, the Kronplatz. With the Miara gondola, you can make your way directly into the ski area with 119 km of piste. Here, winter sports fans transform into experts: Both the Italian ski racers Manuela and Manfred Mölgg originally come from St. Vigil.
