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The family-friendly Schöneben-Haideralm skiing, cycling and hiking area is situated in the Lake Reschensee holiday region in Upper Vinschgau, South Tyrol. The area is situated above Reschen/Resia and St. Valentin auf der Haide, near the Reschen Pass, and offers mountain experiences in the border triangle between Italy, Austria and Switzerland.

Schöneben AG
Altdorfstraße 39
39027 Reschen
South Tyrol, Italy

You can easily reach the Schöneben-Haideralm skiing, cycling and hiking area by car, train or bus. Take the Vinschgau railway to Mals station; bus routes 273 and 276 depart from there. In addition, a free ski bus runs daily during the winter. You can reach the area by car via the Reschen Pass or the Vinschgau national road.

Winter
The ski lifts to the Schöneben-Haideralm ski area are open daily from early December to mid-April, from 8:30 am to 4:30 pm.

Summer
The lifts to the Schöneben-Haideralm cycling and hiking area are open daily from 9:00 am to 4:30 pm during the summer, from the end of May to mid-October.

Yes, free parking is available at both valley stations of the Schöneben-Haideralm skiing, cycling and hiking area. It is also possible to stay overnight at the Piz-Schöneben car park in Reschen. In this case, you will need to pay the visitor’s tax; you can register at the ticket office. The following rates apply:

Piz-Schöneben car park charges

• Per hour: €1.50
•  Day ticket (24 hours): €25.00
• 3-day ticket: €50.00
•  Weekly pass: €80.00

Overnight parking is prohibited in the car park at the valley station in St. Valentin auf der Haide.

No, there are no charging points for electric cars at the valley stations in Reschen and St. Valentin auf der Haide. The nearest charging station is in Graun/Curon Venosta in the Vinschgau Valley, about 6 kilometres away.

You can find the latest weather and snow reports, as well as live webcam footage, directly on our website.

The Schöneben-Haideralm ski resort offers a total of 65 kilometres of slopes. Thanks to the “Zwei-Länder-Skiarena” network, you also have access to a total of 159 kilometres of slopes.

The Zwei-Länder-Skiarena is an association of the Nauders, Schöneben-Haideralm and Watles ski resorts. With the cross-border ski pass, you have access to a total of 159 kilometres of slopes and 41 ski lifts. Ski passes for the Zwei-Länder-Skiarena can be purchased at all three ski resorts.

The Südtirol Ski Arena (formerly the Ortler Ski Arena) is a ski association comprising 18 ski resorts in South Tyrol, Austria and Switzerland. With a single ski pass, you have access to a total of 500 kilometres of slopes, including the Schöneben-Haideralm ski area.

Schöneben+ is a ski pass for the Schöneben-Haideralm ski area which, for passes valid for two days or more, also includes one day’s skiing in one of the partner ski areas, Watles or Sulden/Solda.

The Schöneben-Haideralm ski resort offers 15 easy, intermediate and difficult runs. From family-friendly runs to challenging slopes, the ski resort offers the right conditions for every level of skier.

The Schöneben-Haideralm ski resort has a total of 11 ski lifts and 4 conveyor belts. These include:

•  Piz-Schöneben cable car (2,130 m)
•  Jochbahn cable car (2,350 m)
•  Fraitenbahn cable car (2,300 m)
• Rojenbahn cable car (2,350 m)
•  Zwölferkopfbahn cable car (2,300 m)
•  Höllental gondola lift (2,340 m)
•  St. Valentin–Haideralm circular cable car (2,156 m)
•  St. Valentin–Schöneben connecting cable car (1,930 m)
• Valatsch lift (2,174 m)
• Pofel lift (1,550 m)
•  4 conveyor belts – Schönis Kinderland (2,150 m)

The Schöneben-Haideralm ski resort features “Schönis Kinderland”, with magic carpets, a play paradise and educational programmes, right next to the top station of the Piz-Schöneben cable car. There is also the gold-award-winning Ski School Reschenpass, which offers specialised children’s ski courses, childcare and family-friendly slopes.

The ski season at the Schöneben-Haideralm ski resort begins in early December and ends in mid-April.

Yes, there is the multi-award-winning Schöneben Snowpark, as well as a funline, an action cross course and a race track with timekeeping. The snow park is situated in the centre of the ski resort and is divided into a beginners’ area, a medium kicker line and a pro line.

Skis, snowboards and other equipment can be hired directly at the valley station in Reschen, as well as at Sport Winkler in Reschen, Sport Tenne and Sport Puko in St. Valentin auf der Haide, and in Mals. The hire outlets also offer professional advice and on-site service.

Yes, there are modern, heated ski storage facilities available at the valley stations in Reschen and St. Valentin auf der Haide. These can be used for a fee to store skis, snowboards, boots and helmets safely and dry. You can easily register using your ski pass at the ticket office.

No, it is not possible to book ski storage in advance at the Schöneben-Haideralm ski resort. Registration and use are quick and easy and can be done on the spot using your ski pass at the ticket office.

The Ski School Reschenpass offers skiing and snowboarding lessons for children, teenagers and adults, as well as group lessons and private tuition for various age groups and ability levels. The programme includes courses for beginners and advanced skiers, technique training, carving and private lessons with professional ski instructors.

Yes, the Ski School Reschenpass is one of the few specialist children’s ski schools in South Tyrol Gold and offers special ski courses for children. Right next to the top station of the Piz-Schöneben cable car, Schönis Kinderland offers a children’s ski nursery and an outdoor playground.

Yes, you can easily book courses at the Ski School Reschenpass online.

Private and group lessons can be held in either German, Italian or English.

Yes, the Schöneben-Haideralm cycling and hiking area offers numerous family-friendly walks, such as the Panoramaweg between the Schönebenhütte and Haideralm. This gently ascending mountain trail follows well-marked paths and is easy for children to manage.

There is a children’s playground at the Piz-Schöneben cable car top station and at the Haideralm.

Yes, the Schöneben-Haideralm cycling and hiking area offers numerous easy and well-signposted walking and hiking trails. Thanks to the cable cars, many trails are easily accessible without significant changes in altitude.

The panoramic trail between the Schönebenhütte and the Haideralm is an absolute highlight. This easy mountain trail offers unique views of Lake Reschensee, the Ortler massif and the Weißkugel, and is also ideal for families.

The Schöneben-Haideralm cycling and hiking area offers numerous opportunities for summit hikes, such as the Zehner, Elfer and Seebodenspitze, which delight visitors with impressive panoramic views of Lake Reschensee and the surrounding mountains.

Yes, dogs are welcome on the footpaths in the Schöneben-Haideralm cycling and hiking area, but they must be kept on a lead. A charge is applied for transport on the cable cars, and the general requirement to keep dogs muzzled on public transport and on ski lifts applies.

In summer, the Piz-Schöneben cable car and the Haideralmbahn are open to walkers and cyclists. Opening hours are daily from 9:00 am to 4:30 pm.

Yes, the Schöneben-Haideralm cycling and hiking area is ideal for e-mountain bikes. There are numerous signposted e-MTB trails, as well as charging points for e-bikes at the valley stations of the cable cars. The wide forest tracks and many of the enduro trails can be explored on an e-mountain bike.

The Three-Country Corner on Lake Reschensee offers over 31 varied Three-Country Enduro trails with a total of 64 kilometres of descents.

Yes, even beginners can find suitable cycle routes in the Schöneben-Haideralm cycling and hiking area. Easy trails such as the Piz Trail or the Schöneben Trail, as well as the circular route around Lake Reschensee, are ideal for those new to mountain biking.

Bicycles and e-bikes can be hired from Sport Folie right next to the valley station in Reschen, from Sport Winkler in Reschen, and from Sport Tenne in St. Valentin auf der Haide and Mals. The hire outlets also offer professional advice and on-site service.

Yes, bikes can be taken on the Piz-Schöneben cable car and the Haideralmbahn. A fee is charged for transporting bicycles on the cable cars.

The following safety regulations and rules of conduct apply on the trails:

• Always ride at a controlled speed and within half your field of vision so that you can react to obstacles such as stones, animals or vehicles.
  
• Be considerate of walkers and only overtake them at walking pace.
• Be honest when assessing your skills and experience, and take note of the route’s level of difficulty.
•  Always wear a helmet and check your equipment (brakes, lights, bell) before every ride.
• Wearing protective gear and a back protector is strongly recommended.
•  When exploring new trails for the first time (pre-ride), ride at a moderate pace and anticipate what lies ahead.

Tickets can be purchased online via the web shop, as well as in person at the ticket offices and from ticket machines in Reschen and St. Valentin auf der Haide. The ticket offices are open daily from 8:30 am to 5:00 pm.

Yes, in Italy, skiers and snowboarders have been required to have valid third-party liability insurance since 1 January 2022. The insurance must cover liability for damage to third parties and proof of cover must be provided on request. Third-party liability insurance is not included in the price of the ski pass. You can take out liability insurance for individual days at our ticket offices in Reschen and St. Valentin auf der Haide, as well as in our online shop.

Yes, there is a wide range of multi-day passes available for the Schöneben-Haideralm ski resort and for the Zwei-Länder-Skiarena network. These are available for periods ranging from 2 to 14 days. There are also flexible season tickets, and in summer there are special offers such as the 3-Länder Card or the 3-Länder Card Bike, valid for several days.

Yes, there are reduced fares for children, young people and senior citizens. Please refer to the current price list for the applicable age groups and prices.

Yes, as well as the attractive children’s discounts, there is also a large family ski pass available in winter for families with three or more children, valid for two days or more. This is available exclusively at the checkout. You must provide your ID and relevant documentation for the children.

Information on current group offers can be obtained directly at the ticket offices or from the official price list.

No, it is not possible to amend a ticket once it has been purchased. However, when buying online, you can take out cancellation cover, which allows you to cancel free of charge up to four days before the first day of validity. Unless this insurance is taken out, cancellation is generally not permitted. A refund is only possible in the case of skiing accidents or other accidents supported by a doctor’s certificate; it is not available in the case of illness.

No, ski passes are not refunded in the Schöneben-Haideralm ski resort in the event of illness. A refund is only possible in the case of skiing accidents, provided there is a doctor’s certificate and valid insurance cover. The refund does not apply to family members or accompanying persons.

No, unused days on multi-day ski passes are generally not refunded. However, in the event of a skiing accident, the injured person may be reimbursed for any days not yet used. To do so, a corresponding application, accompanied by a doctor’s certificate, a ski pass and proof of identity, must be submitted within 15 days. Accompanying persons are not entitled to a refund.

Lost or forgotten ski passes cannot be replaced. Refunds or exchanges after purchase are generally not permitted.

The 3-Länder Card is a cross-border loyalty card for the tri-border region between Italy, Austria and Switzerland. It offers free travel on buses and seven cable cars (including the Piz-Schöneben cable car and the Haideralmbahn), as well as free entry to museums and themed attractions in Italy, Austria and Switzerland.

The 3-Länder Card Bike is a cross-border discount card for mountain bikers at Lake Reschensee. It offers free use of seven mountain cable cars (including the Piz-Schöneben cable car and the Haideralmbahn), including bike transport, free access to the 3-Länder Enduro Trails, as well as free use of public transport and further discounts in the region.

The Gravity Card is a season pass for mountain bikers, offering unlimited access to 32 of Europe’s leading bike parks (including those in Germany, Austria, Italy, Switzerland, Slovenia, the Czech Republic and Poland). With just one ticket, you can access all participating bike parks and enduro trails without having to pay an additional entry fee at each location.

Around the Schöneben-Haideralm skiing, cycling and hiking area and in the Reschensee holiday region, there is a wide range of hotels, guesthouses, holiday flats and campsites.

Yes, the Reschensee holiday region offers a wide range of family-friendly accommodation, from specialist family hotels to holiday apartments and farm stays, all of which are ideally suited to the needs of families with children.

Yes, there is accommodation right next to the slopes. The Haideralm is situated at an altitude of 2,200 metres, right next to the top station, and offers direct access to the Schöneben-Haideralm skiing, cycling and hiking area.

The Haideralm has a total of nine shared rooms, accommodating up to 46 people.

IHalf-board is included when staying overnight at the Haideralm. This includes a breakfast buffet from 7:30 to 10:00 am and a three-course evening meal from 6:30 to 7:30 pm.

Yes, you can book accommodation in the Reschensee holiday region online directly via the accommodation search on our website. What’s more, you can easily book the Haideralm by email.

The Schöneben-Haideralm skiing, cycling and hiking area is home to many huts and mountain restaurants:

• Haideralm at the top station of the Haideralmbahn
• Schönebenhütte at the top station of the Piz-Schöneben cable car
• Sciuri après-ski bar and restaurant at the valley station in Reschen
• LEVEL 1463 après-ski bar at the valley station in St. Valentin auf der Haide
• Skihaus Schöneben at 2,120 metres above sea level
• Einkehrschwung ski hut on the valley run
•  Rojenhütte at the Zwölferkopfbahn

Yes, in the Schöneben-Haideralm skiing, cycling and hiking area, all the huts and mountain restaurants serve excellent South Tyrolean cuisine and regional specialities.

The huts and mountain restaurants in the Schöneben-Haideralm skiing, cycling and hiking area serve not only traditional South Tyrolean cuisine but also vegetarian dishes. Specific vegan options may vary from one mountain hut to another and should be enquired about on arrival.

Day visitors do not need to make a booking at the huts and mountain restaurants in the Schöneben-Haideralm skiing, cycling and hiking area. However, for larger groups or overnight stays – such as at the Haideralm – it is advisable to book well in advance or make an enquiry.

Yes, in Graun on Lake Reschensee you’ll find the Curunes water park, which features a whirlpool and a large slide, a sauna area and a restaurant with a pizzeria and bar.

The Erlebnisbad Curunes is open all year round, with short seasonal closures. Tuesday is a day off.

Summer opening hours:

• Erlebnisbad Curunes: Wednesday to Monday, 11:00 am to 7:00 pm
• Sauna: Thursday to Sunday from 2:00 to 8:00 pm
• Restaurant & Pizzeria: daily except Tuesday from 11:30 am to 2:00 pm and from 5:00 pm to 9:00 pm
• Bar: daily except Tuesday from 11:00 am to 10:00 pm

Winter opening hours:

• Erlebnisbad and sauna: Wednesday to Monday, 2:00 pm to 9:00 pm
• Restaurant & Pizzeria: daily except Tuesday, 11:30 am to 2:00 pm and 5:00 pm to 9:00 pm
•  Bar: daily except Tuesday, 11:00 am to 10:00 pm

The Erlebnisbad Curunes offers two Finnish saunas, a bio-sauna, an infrared sauna, a steam room and relaxation rooms with panoramic views.

Yes, sauna infusions take place every day except Tuesdays.

Yes, the restaurant, which includes a pizzeria and a bar, is open to all guests, both those visiting the Erlebnisbad Curunes and those who have not purchased a ticket to the Erlebnisbad Curunes. The restaurant is also ideal for parties and events such as birthdays, family gatherings or company dinners.

You can book a table at the restaurant in the Erlebnisbad Curunes directly by telephone.