Reinswald Ski Resort

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Reinswald ski resort, Italy
Reinswald ski resort, Italy
Reinswald skiing is on deserted slopes.
Reinswald skiing is on deserted slopes.
Reinswald village.
Reinswald village.
Reinswald upper ski lifts.
Reinswald upper ski lifts.
Beautiful Reinswald piste trail.
Beautiful Reinswald piste trail.
Something for everyone at Reinswald ski resort.
Something for everyone at Reinswald ski resort.
Reinswald alpine trails.
Reinswald alpine trails.
Reinswald has a highest lifted point at 2460m.
Reinswald has a highest lifted point at 2460m.
Reinswald upper mountain area is served by a quad chair & T-bar.
Reinswald upper mountain area is served by a quad chair & T-bar.
Reinwald ski resort
Reinwald ski resort's gondola serves skiers, walkers, sledders & diners!
Reinswald is close to fabulous Bolzano.
Reinswald is close to fabulous Bolzano.
Bolzano has a wonderful old town.
Bolzano has a wonderful old town.
Bolzano is a short drive from Reinswald ski resort.
Bolzano is a short drive from Reinswald ski resort.
Reinswald top gondola station at 2130m.
Reinswald top gondola station at 2130m.
Reinswald off piste alpine terrain.
Reinswald off piste alpine terrain.
Ski in accommodation at Reinswald.
Ski in accommodation at Reinswald.
Reinswald village lodgings.
Reinswald village lodgings.
Ski Reinswald.
Ski Reinswald.

Reinswald Ski Resort

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Reinswald Maps & Stats

    Reinswald Ski Trail Map
  • Reinswald Ski Trail Map
  • Vertical (m)
    1,570m - 2,460m (890m)
  • Average Snow Fall
    Unknown
  • Lifts (4)
    1 Gondola
    1 Chair
  • Opening Dates & Times
    December to early April
    8:30am to 4:30pm
  • Terrain Summary
    Runs - 22km
    Longest run - 6km+
    Advanced - 11%
    Intermediate - 70%
    Beginner - 19%
  • Lift Pass Price
    Day Ticket 22/23
    Adult - €44
    Child - €30
    Child u/8yr - Free
     Ortler Ski Trail Map
  • Ortler Ski Resorts Map

Reinswald Ski Resort Italy

Reinswald ski resort in the South Tyrol of Italy is a secret little haven north of the beautiful city of Bolzano.

Reinswald is a typical 'small' Italian ski resort - 900m skiable vertical, gondola access, no crowds, ski trails for all abilities, loads of mountain restaurants plus plenty of non-ski activities like sledding & winter walking. Typically for 'small' Italian ski resorts, Reinswald is a wonderful ski experience & puts some larger ones to shame!

Pros & Cons for Reinswald Ski Resort

Pros

  • Quality piste trails on deserted slopes.
  • Snow sure, with most terrain over 2,000m elevation, plus full snow-making below.
  • Family friendly ski area.
  • Full vertical intermediate trail over 5km long.
  • Uncrowded.
  • Expansive, uncrowded off-piste & sidecountry.
  • Affordable, good value lift pass.
  • Fun 4½km long toboggan run & extensive winter walking network.
  • Ski in accommodation available.
  • Typically good South Tyrol mountain huts.

Cons

  • Small amount of piste trails (22km).
  • Limited advanced piste terrain.
  • Limited public transport to the resort (although it does exist).

Pro or Con (depending on your perspective!)

  • Small, quiet alpine village.
  • West facing terrain (cold in mornings, warm in afternoon).
  • Lots of families with toboggans (or sleds or sledges)!

Skiing & Snowboarding, Lifts & Terrain

Reinswald is one of those ‘smaller’ European ski resorts that in the right conditions is appealing to Powderhounds about Monte Cavallo-Rosskopf. With only 22km, it could be dismissed as irrelevant, but the terrain aspect, nearly 900m of genuine skiable vertical & broad alpine & forest freeride options make it a real treat. The top to bottom intermediate slopes are fantastic. If anything, it is a little limited for beginners - the best run down for beginners is the long sledding trail! Advanced riders will need to point it on the mostly intermediate terrain or seek out the off-piste. From the highest lifted point of 2,460m at Sattele, a short skin up to either Plankenhorn (2,589m) or Getrumspitze (2,588m) not only adds some vertical, but opens up super backcountry. In poor weather, the slopes below the gondola top station provide sheltered, tree lined slopes.

See the Reinswald ski trail map.

Reinswald’s ski lifts may be few, but they provide all that is required to effectively access the terrain. The long gondola allows beginners, sledders & pedestrians to get up comfortably. The quad chair is perfect for the top 500m vertical of alpine terrain, and typical of the region. Don’t expect high speed or heated seats, but then again, the affordable lift pass won’t break the bank either.

In addition to being close to many Dolomites ski resorts, Reinswald is part of the Ortler Ski Arena & Austria is only a hop, skip & a jump away. The choice is unlimited. Nearby resorts include Monte Cavallo & the small Bolzano local ski hill of Renon, plus the glaciers of Val Senales (Schnalstal Glacier) & Solda-Sulden.

See the Ortler Ski Arena resorts map.

Where is Reinswald Italy?

Reinswald ski resort is 30km north of Bolzano, perched above the Val Sarentino (Sarntal) & in the province of Südtirol (South Tyrol or Alto Adige). Innsbruck Austria is less than 2hr drive away north of the resort. Aside from the village at the ski resort, the nearest town is the hamlet of Sarentino (Sarnthein) 12km away (16 minutes by car).

Gateway airports are Venice (VCE) or Munich (MUC) (both 300km away) & Innsbruck (INN) (only 107km up the road from the resort!).

Reinswald is best accessed by car or private transfer as public buses are limited from the transport hub of Bolzano. A ski bus runs only on weekends & public holidays.

Reinswald Accommodation

Accommodation options are in the village of Reinswald as well as the Sarntal below. Reinswald village is small but has most services available plus some excellent 'ski in' lodgings. The broader Val Sarentino has numerous luxurious accommodations (including the 'magic place' Terra) that combine gorgeous lodgings, facilities & views with the finest local food & wine.

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Further afield, Bolzano is a short drive away south of the ski resort. Bolzano is modern cosmopolitan city with a beautiful old town centre of narrow, portico lanes & interesting shops, restaurants, markets & bars. There are some beautiful self-contained apartments in renovated historic residences & warehouses in the old town.

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Review

The Powderhounds will review Reinswald soon, as it is one of those quiet stashes we so adore in Europe. Click on the review link in the left column (or top of the page if on a mobile) to read all the reviews.

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Tours in or near Reinswald

Safari (Road Trip) Tours

DOLCE TEMPO Dolomites Ski Safari
HOSTED RELAXED PACE SKI SAFARI
8 Days | 7 Nights | 6 Ski Days
Ability: Intermediate to Strong Intermediate
Ski the best of the Dolomites at a relaxed pace, linking 6 ski resorts & spending 4 nights in mountain rifugi under the guidance of your dedicated host. Ski the best groomed trails in the Dolomites on this classic ski safari. Join a "fixed date" tour in January
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USD 3,496
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Single-Base, Multi-Ski-Area Tours

Skiare SILVER Packages
MIXED GROUP GUIDED INSTRUCTIONAL PACKAGES
8 Days | 7 Nights | 6 Ski Days
Ability: Beginner to Expert
Make the most of your Dolomites ski holiday, guided by local instructors showing you amazing Dolomiti skiing, sights & restaurants, whilst helping you to improve your skiing. Based in Alta Badia, fixed date packages are based on 7 nights, however can also be fully customised for groups of 4 or more ....
Price p/p From price based on twin/double-share in low season.
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USD 3,504
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Dolomites Powder Skiing Safari
GUIDED POWDER SKI SAFARI | VAL GARDENA
8 Days | 7 Nights | 6 Skiing
Ability: Strong Intermediate to Expert
The ultimate guided Dolomites powder ski safari incorporating lifts & touring to access the best snow & terrain the region has to offer. Experience a night in a classic mountain hut & ski up to 2,000 m vert descents. Join a "fixed date" tour or get your own group of 4+ together for a custom tour.
Price p/p From price based on fixed date 8-day tours, min 6 people, twin/double-share room.
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USD 2,365
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