For avid winter sports fans: snowshoeing in the Dolomites

There’s no better feeling than being active out in the fresh mountain air in winter. Snowy peaks tower over white forests and meadows, a striking contrast to the steel-blue sky. Above all: a magical calm that reaches straight to your heart. In the idyllic mountains of Val Badia/Gadertal, you feel wonderfully at ease. Find peace. Discover new energy. While winter hiking and snowshoeing in the Dolomites directly from Excelsior Dolomites Life Resort. Whether you explore the winter hiking trails on and around Mt Plan de Corones/Kronplatz on your own or during our 2 guided winter and snowshoe hikes per week, experiences to remember are guaranteed.

Snow-covered mountain landscape with fir trees and cabins under clear sky

Winter hiking on Mt Plan de Corones/Kronplatz

There’s a good reason why Mt Plan de Corones/Kronplatz is known as South Tyrol’s No. 1 ski and adventure mountain: it has something to thrill all kinds of winter sports fans. One big advantage of spending your holiday at Excelsior Dolomites Life Resort is that Bruneck’s local mountain is more or less right on the hotel doorstep. Scenic winter hikes await you on the numerous groomed winter hiking trails, many of them also perfect for family outings. And the wider Mt Plan de Corones/Kronplatz region has even more winter hiking bliss in store. How about a winter hike to the Lercher Alm hut or on the circular trail around enchanting Lake Anterselva/Antholzer See, for example?

Three people cross-country skiing on snowy plateau with mountain backdrop

What’s the difference between winter and snowshoe hiking in the Dolomites?

Hand on heart: have you ever wondered what the difference is between snowshoeing and winter hiking? We’re happy to shed a little light on the matter: while winter hiking mainly takes you along previously prepared and signposted winter hiking trails, snowshoeing in the Dolomites can also take you off the beaten path. The platter-shaped snowshoes are attached to sturdy mountain boots and let you walk safely over the pristine blanket of snow. Snowshoeing on and around Mt Plan de Corones/Kronplatz opens up a vast range of new possibilities, such as a tour up Mt Cima Lasta/Astjoch, Mt Luta/Lutterkopf and Mt Dura/Durakopf, or from Pé de Börz up Mt Muro/Maurerberg.

Val Badia/Gadertal: winter activities galore

Do you love winter hiking in the Dolomites, but want a little variety in between? The area around Excelsior Dolomites Life Resort offers countless snowy adventures for all tastes. The main attraction: skiing on the legendary Mt Plan de Corones/Kronplatz. Located right on the slopes, Excelsior lets you enjoy exclusive ski-in/ski-out access and reach the 121 kilometres of runs on South Tyrol’s No. 1 ski and adventure mountain in the blink of an eye. Equally enchanting: energising cross-country skiing through the snow-covered spruce forests of the Fanes-Sennes-Prags Nature Park, following the valley floor as far as Pederü.