Ski Holiday · Val d'Ega · 30 minutes from Bolzano Airport
Twenty kilometres from Bolzano, and you're standing between the Rosengarten and the Latemar. The Val d'Ega has the shortest transfer of any South Tyrolean ski destination — 30 minutes from the airport, and then the Dolomites.
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Direct flight on the SkyAlps network to Bolzano (1–2 hours) + ski hotel in the Val d'Ega + 30-minute transfer. The two areas of Latemar-Obereggen and Carezza together offer around 90 piste kilometres and 31 lifts — only 20 kilometres from Bolzano.
- Direct flight to Bolzano
- Best price guarantee
- EU-protected package holiday
- Just 30 minutes' transfer from Bolzano
Why the Val d'Ega?
Why ski in the Val d'Ega?
The Val d'Ega lies just 20 kilometres from Bolzano and offers, with Latemar-Obereggen and Carezza, around 90 piste kilometres in the heart of the UNESCO Dolomites.
The Val d'Ega begins just east of Bolzano and climbs up between the massifs of the Rosengarten (Catinaccio) and the Latemar. Two ski areas share the valley: the Ski Center Latemar around Obereggen, and Ski Area Carezza at Lago di Carezza (Karersee). Together they add up to around 90 piste kilometres and 31 lifts.
The practical advantage is the proximity. From Bolzano Airport it's only 30 minutes — the shortest transfer of any South Tyrolean ski destination. Anyone flying in the morning is on the piste by midday. Both areas belong to Dolomiti Superski and are connected by a free ski bus. A local Val d'Ega ski pass covers both.
The two areas have different characters. Latemar-Obereggen sits between 1,550 and 2,500 metres, is considered particularly snow-reliable, and with the Latemar Six-Pack — six black runs — plus one of Italy's best snow parks, is the sportier of the two. Carezza sits between 1,200 and 2,337 metres directly at the foot of the Rosengarten, has the more famous backdrop, and is more family-friendly — with the König Laurin gondola and a striking mountain station designed by Werner Tscholl.
90 km
pistes in both areas
30 min
shortest transfer from Bolzano
1,550 – 2,500 m
altitude of Latemar-Obereggen
Which ski areas are there in the Val d'Ega?
The two areas lie a few kilometres apart and are connected by a free ski bus. Latemar-Obereggen is the sportier and more snow-reliable; Carezza the more family-friendly, with the better-known backdrop. A combined ticket opens up both.
Ski Center Latemar – Obereggen
Location1,550 – 2,500 m
Scopearound 48 km, 18 lifts
LevelAll levels, including black
Suited toSporty skiers, snowboarders
Six black runs, snow park, night park until 10pm
Carezza at the Rosengarten
Location1,200 – 2,337 m
ScopeKönig Laurin gondola
LevelBeginner to intermediate
Suited toFamilies, cruising skiers
Mountain station by Werner Tscholl, Snowboard World Cup in December
Which flights are available to South Tyrol (Bolzano)?
SkyAlps flies direct to Bolzano from Berlin, Hamburg, Düsseldorf, Copenhagen, Warsaw and London — 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 Val d'Ega?
The season starts in late November and runs to early April; Latemar-Obereggen is one of the most snow-reliable Dolomite areas and often opens earlier than others. In December, the Snowboard World Cup takes place at Carezza. January and February bring the most reliable conditions and the school half-term holidays. March combines sun, longer days and still-good snow up high. In April the operation winds down.
May
No skiing
Jun
No skiing
Jul
No skiing
Aug
No skiing
Sep
No skiing
Oct
No skiing
Nov
Season starts late November
Dec
World Cup, Christmas
Jan
Best snow
Feb
Best snow
Mar
Sun, quieter
Apr
End of season
Peak season
Recommended
Possible
No skiing
FAQ
Frequently asked questions
From Bolzano Airport it's only about 30 minutes into the Val d'Ega, because the valley starts directly behind the provincial capital.
The transfer takes you to the hotel; ski equipment can come along. Alternatively, several bus lines run from Bolzano to Nova Levante (Welschnofen), Nova Ponente (Deutschnofen) and Obereggen. Within the valley a free ski bus connects both ski areas, so you can change side during the day.
Ready for your Val d'Ega ski holiday?
Direct flight to Bolzano, a ski hotel in the Val d'Ega and the transfer – all in one booking. Book online now, securely, flexibly and at the best price.