Gitschberg Jochtal

Gitschberg Jochtal

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Today at Gitschberg Jochtal

🌧️Rain

Low: 2.2°C / High: 3.5°C

Wind: SSE 5 km/h

Recent Snowfall

24 hours: 1 cm

7 days: 2 cm

Snow Depth

Base: 34 cm

Season Total

2 cm

Last Updated: Apr 13, 2025View Full Report →

Gitschberg Jochtal offers 55 kilometres of varied skiing across two connected mountains in South Tyrol's Eisack Valley, with elevations ranging from 1,400 to 2,510 metres. The resort combines family-friendly zones with challenging expert terrain, highlighted by the Monte Cuzzo black run featuring sustained 45% gradients. Modern snowmaking systems cover 90% of all marked runs, ensuring reliable conditions throughout winter. The area's south-facing aspect delivers abundant sunshine, while strategic slope orientation and forest cover preserve snow quality. Spectacular views of the Dolomites and Central Alps create an extraordinary backdrop for skiing across predominantly intermediate terrain.

The Gitschberg Jochtal lift system comprises 16 modern installations strategically positioned to maximise skiing time while showcasing the stunning Alpine panorama. The network features high-capacity gondolas from valley villages Meransen and Vals, complemented by detachable chairlifts with weather protection bubbles on key routes. Recent infrastructure investments have expanded uphill capacity by 25%, introducing heated seats on newer lifts and advanced safety features throughout the system. The thoughtful design enables excellent circulation between the two mountain sectors, with logical progression through increasingly challenging terrain that particularly benefits improving intermediates.

Gitschberg Jochtal Lift System
Total Ski Lifts = 21
Aerial Tram
1
Aerial Tram
Gondola
6
Gondola
8-Person Chair
5
8-Person Chair
6-Person Chair
2
6-Person Chair
Quad Chair
1
Quad Chair
Double Chair
1
Double Chair
T-Bar
4
T-Bar
Surface Lift
1
Surface Lift

Gitschberg Jochtal Resort Elevation

8235ft2510mResort Summit3947ft1203mVertical Drop4288ft1307mResort Base
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Trails

Total Runs

60

Total Area

55km

34.2 miles

Difficulty Distribution

Beginner
34%
Intermediate
49%
Advanced
17%
Expert
0%
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Location

Situated 53 kilometres northeast of Bolzano in South Tyrol's scenic Eisack Valley, Gitschberg Jochtal spans the traditional mountain villages of Meransen and Vals. These authentic communities maintain distinctive Alpine architecture and strong cultural connections to the region's unique trilingual heritage, with Italian, German, and Ladin influences evident in local cuisine and customs. The surrounding area features extensive protected forests with remarkable biodiversity, accessible via winter hiking trails that complement the skiing experience. The resort's strategic position places it within South Tyrol's broader Eisacktal ski region, with neighbouring areas including Plose and Ladurns accessible via unified lift passes.

Gitschberg Jochtal

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Season Info

The Gitschberg Jochtal winter season typically runs from early December through mid-April, with optimal conditions from January through March. The area receives approximately 3.5 metres of natural snowfall annually, supplemented by extensive snowmaking that ensures consistent coverage across key routes. Early season operations concentrate around higher elevation sectors before expanding across the entire network by Christmas week. February delivers peak snow conditions, while March brings increasingly warm temperatures balanced by excellent morning skiing after overnight freezes. The resort follows the South Tyrolean event calendar, with special activities including traditional torchlight descents and Easter celebrations.

Current Season

2024 - 2025

Opening Day

12/1/2024

Closing Day

4/15/2025

Days Open

136

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Annual Snowfall

Metric

3.5m

350cm

Imperial

11.5ft

138in

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