Around Mals/Malles – diversity instead of monotony
Ski resorts
in Vinschgau/Val Venosta
Mals/Malles lies at the heart of five completely different ski resorts: Watles – the family mountain with far-reaching views. Sulden am Ortler/Solda all’Ortles – the glacier ski resort on Mount Ortler. Belpiano-Malga San Valentino – the sunny high plateau, Nauders am Reschensee – the Tyrolean snow paradise and Trafoi – the small ski resort for families. Each area has its own character, its own atmosphere. And the best part? You don’t have to decide. From Mals/Malles you can reach all five ski resorts in a short time, with the journey taking between 15 and a maximum of 40 minutes. That means you can visit Watles today, Sulden/Solda tomorrow and Schöneben/Belpiano the day after. New slopes, new views, new experiences – all always guaranteed. Variety instead of monotony – this is what skiing holidays in Vinschgau/Val Venosta are like.
The family mountain right on your doorstep
Watles ski resort
Watles is Mals/Malles’ local ski resort. 15 minutes by car from Mals/Malles, 2,557 metres high, 20 kilometres of slopes. The ski resort is perfect for families, leisure skiers and anyone who appreciates relaxed skiing without the hustle and bustle of mass tourism.
Wide pistes
Ideal for anyone who is new to the sport or starting again. The slopes are wide, well-groomed and not too steep. Perfect for feeling safe.
Fantastic views
From the mountain station, you can look out over the Ötztal Alps, the Ortler Alps and the Sesvenna mountains. A 360-degree panorama that is second to none.
Snow guaranteed
Thanks to the altitude (1,860–2,557 m above sea level), snow is guaranteed from December through to spring.
The sunny high plateau
Belpiano-Malga San Valentino
Belpiano-Malga San Valentino is an insider tip for anyone who wants to soak up the sun. The ski resort with 65 perfectly groomed kilometres of slopes is located on a high plateau between Italy and Switzerland – here the sun shines longer than anywhere else and it’s only 15 minutes away from Mals/Malles.
Family ski resort
Even the smallest ski enthusiasts have plenty of space here to learn to take their first turns, and lifts with child fall protection on the practice slopes ensure safety and peace of mind.
Wide slopes for carving
Ideal for all those who like to carve long turns on the slopes and also perfect for the youngest ski beginners trying out their first turns.
A paradise for mountain-hut stop-offs
The huts on the Malga di San Valentino serve homemade specialities – from Kaiserschmarrn pancakes to the Speckbrettl bacon and bread platter.
Glacier feeling at 3,250 metres above sea level
Sulden am Ortler/Solda all’Ortles
40 minutes by car from Mals/Malles lies Sulden – the highest ski resort in South Tyrol. Here you can ski at altitudes of up to 3,250 metres above sea level, surrounded by three-thousand-metre peaks and glaciers. Sulden/Solda is more challenging than Watles, but more spectacular.
Challenging slopes
Steeper descents, longer runs, greater elevation gains. A dream for advanced skiers.
Madritschjoch descent
The longest descent in the ski resort leads from the Madritschjoch (3,250 m above sea level) down into the valley – 1,900 metres of vertical drop, 8 kilometres of slope fun.
Ortler panorama
Skiing with a view of Mount Ortler (3,905 m above sea level) – an experience you won’t forget
The Tyrolean snow paradise
Nauders on the Reschen Pass
Nauders is just a 25-minute drive from Mals/Malles – right on the other side of the Reschen Pass, already in Tyrol. The ski resort is modern and snow-sure from November to May, and has slopes for all ability levels.
Varied
75 kilometres of slopes, from blue to black runs. Something for everyone.
Bergkastel descent
The black run down from Bergkastel is a challenge for experts – steep, long, spectacular.
Tyrolean cosy comfort
The huts in Nauders are known for their warm Tyrolean hospitality. Here the apple strudel still tastes like grandma used to make it.
In the heart of the Stelvio National Park
Ski resort
Trafoi
In 30 minutes by car, you can reach the idyllic hamlet of Trafoi with its ski paradise for families. Perfect for anyone who wants to combine tranquillity, nature and skiing fun. In the heart of the Stelvio National Park, you can enjoy a unique panoramic view of Mount Ortler – far away from the hustle and bustle of large ski resorts.
Small but beautiful
4 lifts and 11 kilometres of slopes offer relaxed skiing for beginners and advanced skiers alike.
Untouched nature
Away from the slopes, untouched nature awaits you around the ski resort – perfect for winter hiking and snowshoe tours.
From December to Easter
Seasonal highlights
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Taking your first turns in December
Most ski resorts open from mid-December. Watles, Schöneben/Belpiano and Nauders usually start at the beginning of December, with Sulden/Solda even opening in October. Perfect for anyone who doesn’t want to wait until Christmas.
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Best conditions in January & February
January and February are the months with the most reliable snow. Perfect slope conditions prevail during these months and the days get longer again. Ideal for long skiing days.
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Sun & firn in March & April
Skiing is at its best in March and April: warm sunshine, soft slopes in the afternoon, long days. Perfect for recreational skiers! Sulden/Solda is even open until May.
Practical information
for skiing enthusiasts
Ski pass options
- Individual tickets for each ski resort
- Ortler Skiarena: Combined pass for several ski resorts (incl. Sulden/Solda, Schöneben/Belpiano, Watles)
- Vinschgau/Val Venosta ski pass: All ski resorts in Vinschgau/Val Venosta
Ski bus & arrival
- Watles: 15-minute drive by car or ski bus from Mals/Malles (information at the office for the Lake Reschensee holiday region)
- Schöneben/Belpiano: 15-minute drive to St. Valentin by car or ski bus
- Sulden/Solda: 40-minute car drive
- Nauders: 25-minute car drive
- Trafoi: 30-minute car drive
During our “Winter Sun Weeks” we offer our guests a shuttle service using our hotel’s own VW bus directly to the ski resort, running three times a week.
Ski rental & service
- Several rental shops on-site at the ski resorts, or in the neighbouring village of Burgeis/Burgusio
- Ski storage room at the hotel, video-monitored and accessible from outside only with a room card (drying room & ski boot heating)
Ski schools
- Watles Ski School
- Sulden Ski School
- Schöneben Ski School
- Nauders Ski School
- Private and group lessons
- Also for children & beginners
Best time to visit
- December – March: best snow conditions
- March – April: Spring skiing with sunshine
- Sulden: October – May (glacier ski resort)
