Mountain and winter sports Italy

The only Via Ferrata in southern Italy passes through Castelmezzano (length: 1,731 metres and height difference: 249 metres). Its level of difficulty does not require a guide. You can rent the complete equipment (helmet, harness, etc.) from the ticket offices of the Angel's Flight in Castelmezzano and Pietrapertosa (booking possible online). A beautiful experience that allows you to discover the Lucanian dolomites and reach otherwise inaccessible viewpoints.

"The mountain of Belluno". This is the nickname of this high plateau (1,000-1,700 m) located 13 km from the city. The Nevegal area is a tourist resort that offers a wide range of activities in summer and winter: downhill and cross-country skiing, hiking and mountain biking are just some of the sports that can be practiced in this exceptional natural setting. A 6-hectare botanical garden and an accrobranche course complete the ensemble. On sunny days, from the highest peaks, the panorama extends to the Venetian lagoon.

A ski area in winter, with cross-country trails, snowpark and lifts, the "Merano Terrace" transforms into a paradise for hikers and mountain bikers in summer. Excursions to the San Pancrazio mountain lake, panoramic trails with views of the Dolomites, hut tours or summit climbs - there's something for every taste and level of difficulty. Merano 2000 is the ideal winter destination for families. Soak up the sun, enjoy the snow and explore the wonders of the Alps.

From the end of November to mid-April, you will enjoy the sport of skiing on the Kronplatz or Plan de Corones, with its thirties of ski lifts and 119 km of tracks all levels. In summer, the ski lifts leading to Ruis and the Kronplatz 2000 deposit you in the heart of the mountains. You can also climb on foot.

On the north-western slope of the Paganella, an exceptional ski area (2125 m) with constant snow cover and impeccable maintenance over 50 km. The pride of the ski area remains the "3-Tre" run, a descent that has been the scene of epic performances by the world's greatest ski champions. The black run "Olympic 2" has become the European training centre for the US international ski team.

It has 130 km of runs (69% blue, 28% red, 3% black). There is a quality snowpark with jumps, rails and halfpipe suitable for all levels. In the small hamlet of La Villa, the legendary Gran Risa run, often contested during the giant slalom events of the Ski World Cup. It is one of the most technical slopes in the Dolomites, 1.2 km long, with a slope of 450 metres and a 63% gradient in the walls!

One of the finest ski areas in the Alps. It lies at the foot of Monte Cristallo and the Tofane (a UNESCO World Heritage site). The site was used as a backdrop for the 1956 Olympic Games, as well as for some legendary scenes from the 1981 James Bond film, Nothing But Your Eyes. Over 1,200 km of downhill and cross-country trails... Twelve areas with a single ski pass, linked by a shuttle system. In summer, the area becomes an ideal playground for hiking and mountain biking.

Rental of all the equipment for skiing. A centre present in the whole valley and in particular in Castelrotto. Mountain bikes, electric bikes, snowshoes, clothes for sale, shoes and accessories. On the largest plateau in Europe, 3,000^m2 of mountain sports equipment! Whatever the season, you're sure to find the equipment you need! The Alpin Sports Company offers high quality products and first class service for active holidays. A good option if you are missing something.