Ski Holiday · Tre Cime Dolomites · 90 minutes from Bolzano Airport
115 piste kilometres in the Alta Val Pusteria, right below the silhouette of the Tre Cime di Lavaredo. Less buzz than Val Gardena, but with Puster Valley taverns and Italy's largest cross-country ski area.
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Direct flight on the SkyAlps network to Bolzano (1–2 hours) + ski hotel in the Tre Cime region + 90-minute transfer. The area links five mountains into 115 piste kilometres, directly beneath the most famous rock towers in the Alps.
- Direct flight to Bolzano
- Best price guarantee
- EU-protected package holiday
- Just 90 minutes' transfer from Bolzano
Why Tre Cime?
Why ski in the Tre Cime region?
The area sits directly beneath the Tre Cime di Lavaredo, links five mountains into 115 piste kilometres, and is markedly quieter than the major Dolomite areas.
The 3 Zinnen Dolomites area lies in the Alta Val Pusteria, in the far eastern corner of South Tyrol on the border with East Tyrol. Five mountains are linked into one connected area: Monte Elmo (Helm), Croda Rossa (Rotwand), Stiergarten, Monte Baranci (Haunold) and Signaue — together 115 piste kilometres. The name refers to the three rock towers of the Tre Cime di Lavaredo — the most famous Dolomite formation, part of the UNESCO Dolomites World Heritage.
The pistes are long, wide and north-facing — well suited to carving and snow-reliable into spring. Monte Elmo and Croda Rossa form the core with around 67 connected kilometres; Monte Baranci near San Candido is the most family-friendly sector, with a fun park and night skiing until 10pm. Stiergarten and Signaue lie further afield and are served by a free skibus. The ski pass covers all five mountains.
What sets the region apart is the tone. Here you get Dolomite atmosphere without the crowds of Val Gardena or Alta Badia, plus Puster Valley taverns serving Schlutzkrapfen ravioli and speck dumplings. And for those who don't only ski alpine: the Alta Val Pusteria has over 200 kilometres of cross-country tracks — the largest cross-country network in Italy — and was a Tour de Ski venue. The route Dobbiaco–Cortina d'Ampezzo along the disused railway line is one of Italy's classic cross-country routes.
115 km
pistes in the 3 Zinnen Dolomites
5 mountains
linked into one area
200 km
cross-country trails in the Alta Val Pusteria
Which ski areas belong to Tre Cime?
The 3 Zinnen Dolomites link five mountains across Sesto (Sexten), San Candido (Innichen) and Dobbiaco (Toblach). Monte Elmo and Croda Rossa are directly connected and form the core. Monte Baranci near San Candido is the family mountain. A free skibus connects the sub-areas, and a single ski pass covers all five mountains.
Monte Elmo – Croda Rossa
Location1,310 – 2,205 m
Scope67 km linked
LevelAll levels
Suited toCarving, panoramic views
Direct views of the Tre Cime and the Sesto Sundial
Monte Baranci (San Candido)
Location1,130 – 2,050 m
Scope16 km
LevelFamilies, beginners
Suited toFamily holidays
Fun park, children's area, night skiing
Which flights are available to South Tyrol (Bolzano)?
SkyAlps flies direct to Bolzano from Berlin, Hamburg, Paris, Copenhagen, Warsaw, London and other cities — flight time 1h – 2h. All prices are per person and include return flights plus nights at the booked hotel.
When is the best time for a ski holiday in the Tre Cime?
The season starts in early December and ends in early April. The Alta Val Pusteria is one of South Tyrol's snowiest regions, and because many pistes are north-facing, snow holds for a long time. January and February offer the most reliable conditions, especially in the second half of January. February is the most expensive month due to the school half-term holidays. March brings sunshine and longer days, with still-good snow up high, and is one of the most attractive months of the season.
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No skiing
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No skiing
Jul
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Aug
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Sep
No skiing
Oct
No skiing
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Season opening
Dec
Christmas
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Best snow
Feb
Best snow
Mar
Sun, more affordable
Apr
End of season
Peak season
Recommended
Possible
No skiing
FAQ
Frequently asked questions
The direct flight to Bolzano takes one to two hours depending on the departure city.
From the airport, the transfer runs through the Val Pusteria into the Alta Val Pusteria — around 90 minutes to Sesto, San Candido or Dobbiaco. Total travel time from your departure airport: around four-and-a-half to five hours. Alternatively, the Val Pusteria railway runs from Fortezza (Franzensfeste) to San Candido, connecting to the ski area by skibus. Compared with the car journey from northern Germany, that's significantly faster.
Ready for your Tre Cime ski holiday?
Direct flight to Bolzano, a ski hotel in the Tre Cime Dolomites and the transfer – all in one booking. Book online now, securely, flexibly and at the best price.