Cross-country bliss around the Sportalm

Feel the energy of cross-country skiing – glide along in the morning light, with the ibex, your spirit animal, in view. Your cross-country adventures start right on the Sportalm’s doorstep.

The air is crisp, the snow crunches softly beneath your skis – and from the very first push, you feel it: this is where you recharge. Pitztal is a cross-country skiing paradise with over 70 kilometres of prepared trails for both classic and skating styles. And one trail runs almost straight past the Alpine Resort Sportalm.

As you gaze across the snow-covered peaks, you might recall the impressive ibex symbol of the Sportalm, representing strength, endurance, and balance. Your muscles will draw on all three as you navigate the intermediate cross-country valley trail leading from the village of Wiese to Mandarfen at 1,743 metres above sea level – roughly 20 kilometres in length, mainly following the Pitze River. The terrain is gentle yet challenging enough to really work up a sweat.

Those seeking altitude should head to the high-altitude trail on the Pitztal Glacier at 2,740 metres above sea level. Here, both the panorama and the trails reveal their full glory: snow-sure and breathtaking, ideal for intensive training in both classic and skating styles. Cross-country skiing in Pitztal is so exceptional that Mario Stecher – two-time Olympic champion and ten-time World Cup winner in Nordic combined – has made Pitztal his home.

In the evening, after a fulfilling day on the trails, the Sportalm’s Naturpark SPA awaits. Replenish your energy reserves as the panoramic event sauna warms you through, and the sweeping views from the infinity pool settle your mind.

Cross-country skiing in Pitztal means breathing deeply, feeling the cold winter air on your skin, finding the rhythm of the trails, letting your gaze roam the valley, and clearing your head. Whether you’re a beginner or a seasoned skier, the Sportalm is your ideal base for energising cross-country skiing adventures.

Experience a cross-country holiday full of energy and nature: book your stay at the Sportalm and set off on adventures straight from the hotel.