Ski area Reinswald

Compact: that's probably the best way to describe the Reinswald ski area. In the rear Sarntal valley, around 30 kilometres from Bolzano, a total of 22 kilometres of piste await on the western flank of the Sattele (2,460 m). With 17 kilometres of red pistes, including two long forest runs, the ski area is more suitable for experts. In addition to a practice slope on the outskirts of Reinswald, the blue pistes, which are suitable for beginners and families with children, are located at the top station of the gondola lift. From there, a modern 4-seater chairlift also takes you to the start of the "Jochpiste" European Cup descent, which is classified as black with a decline of 58 per cent and is therefore a real challenge for experienced skiers.

The Reinswald ski area also offers its own children's ski school for young skiers who are yet to prove themselves on the piste. Incidentally, all winter sports enthusiasts can do without their own car upon arrival in the resort, as the ski bus from Bolzano or Sarentino regularly runs directly to Reinswald, especially in winter.

Rules of conduct on ski pistes in Italy

To use the ski areas, you must have valid liability insurance that covers damage or injury to third parties. This can also be taken out on site for individual days. Skiing while intoxicated (0.5 per mille or higher BAC) is prohibited and is punishable by heavy fines. To reduce the risk of injury, wearing a helmet is compulsory for everyone (regardless of age, on all ski runs, in snow parks and on toboggan runs). Anyone who does not comply with the helmet requirement will be fined or banned from the slopes.

Après ski Reinswald

Snowpark Reinswald: Merano 2000

Unfortunately, the Reinswald ski area does not have its own snow park. However, the next hotspot for freestyle fans is not far away - only 50 kilometres or just under an hour's drive from the Sarntal Valley, to be precise: Because the Merano 2000 ski area above the famous South Tyrolean spa town also has a snow park of the same name to offer. With the easy line in the upper area and the medium line in the lower part, the area offers the right terrain for all ability levels. There are jumps, slides and tables everywhere, where freestylers can show off their best tricks in the "Merano 2000" snow park.

For advanced riders, there are also two kickers that allow for particularly long jumps. From here, it's just a few steps to the chill-out zone, where you can relax or chat to other freestylers about the latest trends. Incidentally, the snow park is located on the St. Oswald piste right next to the Piffing chair lift.

Is the Reinswald ski area not right for you? Then have a look here instead: Ski areas Italy