Rosskopf (Monte Cavallo)

Rosskopf (Monte Cavallo)

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Rosskopf overlooks the medieval town of Sterzing/Vipiteno in South Tyrol, offering 17.5km of piste across a 963m vertical drop that reaches 2,275m. The mountain features wide, open slopes that suit intermediate skiers alongside dedicated family areas and challenging red runs for experienced visitors. With unobstructed views extending to the Stubai Alps and the dramatic Penser Joch pass, this mid-sized resort balances genuine Italian mountain charm with modern facilities. The considerable altitude range ensures varied snow conditions and different terrain experiences from top to bottom.

Live Rosskopf (Monte Cavallo) Webcams

Rosskopf Mid Mountain

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Elevation: 1860m / 6102ft

The central Rosskopf webcam sits at 1860 meters, delivering real-time views across the heart of the ski area. This live cam captures the main pistes and gondola station, perfect for checking conditions before heading up from Sterzing/Vipiteno. Monitor this strategic midmountain vantage point for the best overview of Rosskopf's 17.5km network.

Rosskopf's lift network comprises 8 installations efficiently connecting all skiing zones across the mountain. The modern gondola from Sterzing whisks skiers directly from the valley floor to the main skiing area, eliminating long transfer times typical of many Italian resorts. A combination of high-speed chairlifts and strategic surface lifts maintains excellent uphill flow throughout the day. The total capacity of 9,500 people per hour keeps waiting times minimal, even during peak holiday periods. The thoughtful layout allows easy circulation between different mountain sectors without excessive traversing.

Rosskopf (Monte Cavallo) Lift System
Total Ski Lifts = 5
Gondola
1
Gondola
6-Person Chair
1
6-Person Chair
Quad Chair
1
Quad Chair
Surface Lift
2
Surface Lift

Rosskopf (Monte Cavallo) Resort Elevation

6955ft2120mResort Summit3806ft1160mVertical Drop3150ft960mResort Base
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Trails

Total Runs

10

Total Area

20km

12.4 miles

Difficulty Distribution

Beginner
30%
Intermediate
65%
Advanced
5%
Expert
0%
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Location

Situated in South Tyrol near the Austrian border, Rosskopf lies approximately 50km south of the Brenner Pass and 90km from Innsbruck. The resort begins directly from Sterzing/Vipiteno, a charming medieval town with a rich 1,000-year history at the crossroads of Italian and Austrian cultures. This strategic position provides easy access from both Munich (200km) and Verona (220km), with excellent motorway connections throughout. The dual culture of South Tyrol creates a unique blend of Italian hospitality and Austrian precision, reflected in the local cuisine, architecture, and mountain management style that makes this region particularly appealing to international visitors.

Rosskopf (Monte Cavallo)

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Season Info

The Rosskopf season typically runs from early December through early April, with peak conditions usually occurring between January and March. Its high elevation and north-facing slopes ensure reliable snow coverage throughout winter, often maintaining skiable conditions when neighbouring areas struggle. The mountain benefits from both natural snowfall patterns and comprehensive snowmaking covering 90% of pistes. Clear sunny days reveal spectacular panoramic views across the Eisack Valley, while fresh powder days transform the off-piste areas into excellent freeriding terrain. The extended spring season offers superb corn snow conditions for those final mountain days.

Current Season

2025 - 2026

Opening Day

12/6/2025

Closing Day

3/29/2026

Days Open

114

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Annual Snowfall

Metric

3.7m

370cm

Imperial

12.1ft

146in

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