Night skiing

Skiing down a well-lit piste on a calm, moonlit evening is an unforgettable experience. There are numerous floodlit pistes in Trentino, which allow visitors to savour this experience.

The first ski area to offer this experience was Madonna di Campiglio. Since 1998, its 3-Tre piste has been lit, so that Skiing World Cup slalom competitions could be held at night. The final part of this famous piste - the Canalone Miramonti - is equipped for night skiing

You can also enjoy a night out on your skis under the stars in other locations, such as on the Biancaneve piste in Marilleva and on the black section of the Stadio dello Slalom in Folgaria (the last 400 m).

In Pozza di Fassa the Fis Aloch piste is very popular.  A 5 km section of the Ciancoal ring is also lit at night for cross-country skiers, as is the cross-country ski centre Lago di Tesero.

At San Martino di Castrozza, an innovative lighting system using balls has been installed on 2 km of the Col Verde piste, with extremely pleasing results.  A 3 km section of the Andalo cross-country ring is also illuminated at night as it winds its way through the woods near the lake.

Also in Valsugana you can ski at night. In the ski area Brocon, immersed in the splendid setting of the chain Lagorai-Cima d'Asta, the Ski Lagorai provides several flood-lit slopes: the learning area, the snow park LGR Playground and 2 ski runs.
Opening : Wednesday, Friday and Saturday nights from 7.30 p.m. to 10.30 p.m.

A FUN-PACK START TO THE SEASON

The Dolomiti Superski ski districts are also renowned for their traditions and fun events organized mainly at the start of the season, introducing skiers to the world of fun on the snow and the festive Christmas atmosphere. And the choice could not be wider:
From 25th November 2011, in Brunico and Bressanone the traditional Christmas market begins and lasts till 6th January 2012.
On 2nd December 2011, in Santa Cristina in Val Gardena the romantic Christmas market begins, with its wide range of small gifts and other items on sale at the many stalls, following the sweet aroma of warm apple juice, cinnamon and vin brulé.
From 3rd December 2011, in Castelrotto, as part of the program “Christmas in Castelrotto”, local handcrafts, food specials and music will be presented on town square
On 9th December 2011, at Dobbiaco it is the time of the Krampus, little devil creatures which accompany Saint Nicholas, the traditional Tyrolean religious figure that brings gifts to children. His little demons will however pick a bone only with those who have not been good.
From 4th December 2011 to 8th January 2012, Tesero in Val di Fiemme will show his traditional cribs in a big exhibition during Christmas' time.
On 11th December, Alpe di Siusi is celebrating winter opening with a rich program and at the same time, Civetta is introducing the new winter season as well with the Snow Festa.
From 16th to 19th December, Cortina d'Ampezzo will become sweet thank to the “Eurochocolate Ski”, a mix of chocolate art show and fun on snow, in front of the amazing Tofane mountains.
On December 25th, 2011, Alpe di Siusi opens officially the King Laurin Snowpark

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DOLOMITI SUPER Special Offers for 2011/2012 winter

And for this winter season too, Dolomiti Superski offers a wide range of interesting special offers, designed for ski and snowboard lovers, as well as for families with children, who want to spend a dream holiday without spending a fortune:
Special offer DolomitiSuperskiPremière 2011
One free day for 4 days or more. A free day (hotel and ski pass) and special rates for ski rental and ski courses, for an unforgettable early season from 26th November to 23rd December 2011.
Special offer Dolomiti Classics 2011-2012 The skiing World Cup, live
Live the great classics of the ski World Cup in Val Gardena, Alta Badia, Cortina d’Ampezzo and Val di Fiemme, thanks to these great packages including accommodation, ski pass and entry to the main events of the international ski contest season.
Special offer DolomitiSuperKids 2012
Free holidays for children up to 8 years old and half price for kids up to 12. From 18th March to 09rd 15th April 2012, according to the scheduled opening times of the ski zones. Special rates for ski rental and ski courses.
Special offer DolomitiSuperSun 2012
The best days of the winter, with loads of sunshine and one free day when booking 7. From 25th March to 09rd/15th April 2012, according to the scheduled opening times of the ski zones. Special rates for ski rental and ski courses.
More detailed information on special offers can be found in chapter of the summary: DOLOMITI SUPERSKI make your dreams come true.
DOLOMITI SUPERSKI is a friend of the family
Free Ski pass for children up to 8 years old and discounts for kids up to 16.
This special offer is running for the whole winter season, when the multi-day Dolomiti Superski ski pass (from 2 to 28 days) is free for children up to 8 (born after 26/11/2003), when purchasing an adult ski pass of the same type and duration.
And discounts are also available for older kids on one day or multi-day ski passes (from 1 to 28 days), so kids between 8 and 16 (born after 26/11/1995) have a reduction of 30 %.
Large family? Save with DOLOMITI SUPERSKI
Further reductions on the ski pass (1-28 days) are available for families with more than two minors, if their ski passes are purchased at the same time as those for the parents. Proof of family status required.
Discounts on family seasonal ski passes
For families with children, Dolomiti Superski offers a range of savings to allow you to have fun together on the slopes. By purchasing a seasonal ski pass for a child up to 8 years old (€ 220.00) or for an older child up to 16 (€ 520.00), the parents save 160.00 € on their own seasonal ski pass (€ 520.00 pre-sale instead of € 680.00). And there are even greater advantages, if you purchase 4 Dolomiti Superski seasonal ski passes (2 for the parents and 2 for children up to 16). In this case, the seasonal ski pass for any other children is free.

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All news of Dolomiti Superski for winter season 2011 2012

The countdown for the 2011-2012 winter season has started. From November 26, 2011 Dolomiti Superski welcomes you on the Dolomiti Mountains, part of the World Natural Heritage Site by UNESCO, for spending unforgettable holiday times with snow on the most beautiful mountains in the world!
There are many novelties this year, including renewed uphill facilities and slopes, new connections between regions and ski areas, as well as upgraded snowmaking systems.
An addition is also our restyled website dolomitisuperski.com, that will be launched during autumn 2011, with a new look, and a lot of exclusive and useful services. The list of sporting events and other interesting happenings is even richer and is not less attractive than the offers for families and those for the season’s opening.
The coming winter season will look to involve ski enthusiasts in the most integrated and interactive way ever through a series of exciting  “social” and multimedia ways, always emphasizing the theme of skiing in the Dolomiti Superski carousel. Opportunities to win super and valuable prizes will also be at the top of our promotion list! Freestyle initiatives in the Dolomite snowparks will again be a feature and the safety campaign ensuring that all is geared towards enjoyable and safe times on the slopes, respecting one’s own limits and the interests of others, will be there as well. All this and more in a setting that has no rival in terms of natural beauty – The Dolomites, UNESCO World Natural Heritage. 

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Ski Hire in Dolomites

 

Ski equipment hire in Dolomites

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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.

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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 !!

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Ski-mountaineering and Snowshoes

Today, the seasonal rules that once decreed that ski-mountaineering and snowshoe outings were activities exclusively relegated to the spring are a thing of the past.
Now, an increasingly large number of trails can be glimpsed as soon as the first sprinkling of snow makes its appearance on "our" mountains. These mark a search for silent, uncontaminated spots, where visitors can savour the purity of the Alps.
The itineraries described in this section have been selected and prepared by Franco Gionco, who is a great expert as well as a great lover of the mountains. He boasts an array of collaborations with specialist magazines and has prepared reports on ski-mountaineering, travel, and adventure all around the world, in every season of the year.

He has worked in the sector for more than ten years, promoting sport and respect for nature. For his efforts, Gionco has been bestowed the highly prestigious and internationally renowned Fair Play Mecenate "Lo sport oltre lo sport" award.

The itineraries contained here are described in a very essential manner to discourage dangerous improvisations.
All those who require further information on the descriptions of the itinerary are invited address these to a companion with proven skills as well as to the Alpine Guides present in all of Trentino's most important locations.

Source: Ski-mountaineering and Snowshoes  www.visittrentino.it

Fall-Line Skiing in Dolomites

Fall-Line’s Top Runs

Saslong in Val Gardena – classic downhill slope, very steep and a regular feature in the World Cup downhill racing calendar. A great opportunity to see what the pros expose themselves to.

Gran Risa in Alta Badia –  is another black slope that is scarily steep. It is also another World Cup regular and has a difference in height of 448 metres over 1255 metres with a maximum gradient of 53%. it’s a breathtaking descent in the heart of the woods.

La Longia in Val Gardena – is a very long run from the top of Seceda, a peak reached by gondola from the town of ortisei. La Longia has a vertical drop of about 1230m and winds 9km along high ridges, down wide fields and through narrow ravines and past a frozen waterfall.

Trametsch in Val d'Isarco – is another testingly long black track with bends and sudden changes of slope to make for a varied, fun ski. It runs from the Plose to Bressanone.

The Hermegg black run in Kronplatz is over five kilometres along and a great way to get the legs and head working as there’s a drop of 1,300 metres in altitude along the way – one for the fitter types.

The Silvester black run in Kronplatz – with a similar length and drop in altitude to hermegg delivers a rollercoaster of fun for advanced skiers.

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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.

Source: Magical Mountain Huts

Winter thrills

Winter is at its best in Trentino. White snows blanket the Dolomites and their landscapes, giving them a magical appearance and presenting visitors with the myriad of choices for entertainment: alpine and cross-country skiing, snowboarding, carving, ski-mountaineering, as well as skating, sled rides and all of the other activities that can be enjoyed on the snow and ice here. Some of the largest skiing districts in the world are found in the area, featuring 800 km of pistes with over 300 avant-garde, swift and comfortable ski-lifts as well as guaranteed skiing conditions thanks to the modern programmed snow systems employed in the area.

The latest technology is harnessed for the benefit of winter sports in the Dolomiti Superski and Skirama areas - the skipass system which allows you to ski in all of Trentino's valleys with just two passes. One-of-a-kind slopes, these veritable and challenging cult pistes provide real thrills with their detours, changes in slopes and awe-inspiring landscapes. Lastly, some ski areas are also more suited to beginners, with specialist ski instructors, snow games and many other outdoor activities for the whole family.

All of the ski areas in Trentino - from the Fassa, Fiemme and Primiero Dolomites to the Brenta Dolomites, the Paganella Plateau, Madonna di Campiglio, Val di Sole and Tonale - have become a point of reference as well as a choice destination among winter sports lovers, because of the top quality tourist accommodation available there as well as the warmth of the hospitality in Trentino. Choosing Trentino also means choosing safety. The Snow Friend project employs specialist operators and forest guards. The aim of the project is to provide prevention, raise awareness of the rules among skiers, and supply support during first aid operations on the pistes. In sum, Trentino has made every effort to maximise fun and ensure that your winter holiday becomes a truly unforgettable experience.

Source: VisitTrentino.it