Winter in Merano and surroundings: Snow, excitement and fun for everyone
When snow covers the peaks and the air turns crystal clear, Merano and its valleys transform into a true winter paradise. Whether you’re an expert skier, a toboggan enthusiast or simply looking to relax amid fairytale landscapes, here you’ll find the perfect experience for an unforgettable South Tyrolean winter holiday.
Five ski areas to discover
In the Merano and Environs holiday region, you can choose among five ski areas, each with its own unique character:
- Merano 2000, above the city — ideal for families and sports lovers.
- Schwemmalm in the Ultimo Valley and Upper Val di Non — authentic and peaceful.
- Plan in the Passiria Valley — nestled among snow-covered peaks and silent forests.
- Maso Corto in the Senales Valley — with high-altitude slopes and a glacier.
- Mount San Vigilio in Lana — reachable only by cable car, a small traffic-free gem.
Winter sports for every passion
Skiing and snowboarding
With hundreds of kilometres of slopes for all difficulty levels, every skier finds their perfect run. And for snowboarders? Equipped snowparks with platforms, rails and spectacular jumps are ready to test your creativity on the board.
Cross-country skiing
The snow-covered landscapes of South Tyrol look like they’ve come straight out of a fairy tale. Gliding through silent forests and white valleys is an experience that rejuvenates body and mind.
Tobogganing and ice skating
Fun guaranteed for young and old alike: toboggan runs, some even illuminated at night, and ice skating rinks in various towns of the area await you for exciting days (and evenings!).
Ski touring and ice climbing
For those seeking silence and challenge, ski touring is the perfect activity. And if you love extreme adventure, try ice climbing!
Carriage rides
For a romantic touch, let yourself be carried away on a horse-drawn sleigh, wrapped in warm blankets and the muffled silence of the snow.
Merano 2000: The queen of winter
Located on a sunny plateau above Merano, Merano 2000 is perfect for a family winter holiday. The ski area, part of the Ortler Skiarena circuit, offers:
- 40 km of slopes (3 easy, 7 medium, 2 difficult)
- Night skiing
- 12 km of cross-country trails
- A 2.7 km toboggan run
- Ski touring routes immersed in nature
Family-friendly
The little ones are welcomed at the mini ski club, where qualified instructors teach the basics of skiing to children aged 3½ to 5 years, with fun moments in the warm Stube.
Don’t miss this winter wonderland of snow and fun — Merano is waiting for you!
