The Overview
Michael Fulton
Melbourne-based skier and snowboarder with 50+ resorts across 5 continents. Specialises in Australian resorts and international resort comparisons.
San Martino di Castrozza sits at 1,467m in a sheltered bowl in the Primiero Valley of Trentino, enclosed on three sides by the Pale di San Martino - the largest dolomitic massif in the Dolomites at 240 square kilometres. The ski area runs from 1,404m to 2,357m across 60km of pistes and 37 runs, with the terrain split across two main sectors: Tognola-Ces on the western side of the village and the Col Verde-Rosetta sector to the east, plus the separate high-altitude slopes at Passo Rolle, 9km to the north.
The terrain is predominantly intermediate - 53% blue, 20% red - with the longest descent, the Fantasia 2000, covering 5km with 934m of vertical from the upper Tognola area back toward the village. The Rosetta cable car accesses a north-facing sector at 2,357m where snow quality holds well into spring, and the off-piste descent from the Rosetta summit onto the Pale plateau is one of the more accessible powder itineraries in the southern Dolomites.
Night skiing operates on the Col Verde slope directly above the village, lit on weekend evenings. The resort carries a long competitive skiing tradition - a ski school has operated here since 1932 and today runs 100 instructors. San Martino is part of the Dolomiti Superski network, Italy's largest lift pass system, connecting 12 ski areas across more than 1,200km of pistes.
The Pale di San Martino group sits within the UNESCO Dolomites World Heritage Site and the Paneveggio-Pale di San Martino nature park. The phenomenon locals call "enrosadira" - the pink and violet glow of the limestone towers at dusk - is one of the more photographed scenes in the Italian Alps and visible from the slopes across the full ski day.
953m
Vertical
37
Runs
60 km
Piste
4m
Annual snow
Dolomiti Superski
Pass
The Terrain
37 runs across 60 km of piste
San Martino di Castrozza spreads 37 runs across 60 km of piste of terrain. It leans intermediate at 53%, with 10 beginner runs to find your feet and 7 advanced or expert runs when you want to push.
Terrain split
37
runs
37 runs across 4 grades
Beginner10 runs · 27%
Intermediate20 runs · 53%
Advanced7 runs · 20%
Expert0 runs · 0%
Time it right
When to visit San Martino di Castrozza
The 2025-26 season at San Martino ran from 30 November 2025 to 27 April 2026. The resort's position on the southern slopes of the Dolomites exposes it to weather systems from both the Adriatic to the south and the main Alpine chain to the north, producing average annual snowfall of 3.5 metres across the ski area. Snowmaking covers 58km of the 60km piste network, making early-season and thin-snow-year operations reliable from the village to the upper sectors.
The Rosetta sector's north-facing aspect is the resort's most snow-secure zone, holding cold temperatures and preserved snow quality through February and March when the sun-exposed lower slopes soften earlier in the day. Passo Rolle, sitting at 1,984m and exposed to the pass winds, also tends to hold snow later into spring than the main village sectors.
January and February deliver the most reliable all-mountain conditions, with the full 60km accessible and cold overnight temperatures resetting the groomed pistes each morning. The snowiest week on record is the first week of February, averaging 44cm of accumulation. March shifts toward spring conditions, with firmer morning snow on the upper runs and softer afternoons on the south-facing village slopes.
San Martino has operated a weekend shuttle service connecting Venice, Verona, Treviso, Bergamo, Milan and Trento airports and train stations to the resort throughout the winter season, making it accessible without a car for weekend visitors.
Season 2025 - 2026
30 Nov 2025
Opens
27 Apr 2026
Closes
148
Days open
4 m
Annual snow
Getting there
Getting to San Martino di Castrozza, and where to stay
San Martino di Castrozza sits at the head of the Primiero Valley in the Province of Trento, flanked by the Pale di San Martino to the north and the Lagorai range to the south. It is the southernmost ski resort in the Dolomiti Superski network - closer geographically to Venice than to Bolzano. Passo Rolle (1,984m) lies 9km north of the village on the SS50, connecting the Primiero Valley to Val di Fiemme and the wider Dolomites road network.
Venice Marco Polo Airport is the closest major international gateway, approximately 134km to the southeast - around two hours by road via the A27 motorway to Belluno and then through Feltre and the Primiero Valley. Treviso Airport is a similar distance and travel time. Verona Catullo Airport is approximately 155km to the southwest.
From Trento, the route runs approximately 110km via the SS47 Valsugana through Borgo Valsugana and Cismon del Grappa to Primiero and San Martino - around two hours on a clear day. Approaching from Bolzano via Passo Rolle adds scenic value but also travel time, and chains or winter tyres are required on the pass road. Train services from both Trento and the Venice-Belluno line reach Feltre, from where Trentino Trasporti buses connect to Primiero and San Martino.
The village itself is compact and largely pedestrianised, with accommodation concentrated close to the Col Verde gondola base on one side and within walking distance of the Fratazza gondola departure on the other. Rifugio Tognola at mid-mountain and Malga Ces above the village are the main on-mountain dining points, both accessible by lift without descending to the valley.
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San Martino di Castrozza Webcams
6 live angles across the mountain. Tap any camera to go full-screen.
About San Martino di Castrozza's live webcams
Check live conditions across San Martino di Castrozza with 6 real-time webcams showing snow, weather, and lift operations, updated every 10 minutes. Check high-elevation cams for powder visibility and base-area cams for crowd levels before you head up.
Camera guide
- Cigolera2100m
- This San Martino di Castrozza webcam at Cigolera, 2,100 meters elevation, looks across the Pista Cigolera and directly toward Cima Tognola, with the iconic Pale di San Martino massif framing the background in the UNESCO Dolomites. This San Martino live cam captures the upper Tognola sector's ski runs and the Cigolera chairlift terminal, giving skiers a real-time read on snow coverage and visibility across this central section of the mountain. Essential for anyone planning a run through the Tognola area, this live snow cam delivers the conditions intelligence needed before you head up from the village.
- Ces1650m
- Check conditions across San Martino di Castrozza's Ces plateau through this webcam positioned at 1,650 meters, overlooking the lift infrastructure and runs of the Ces ski area. This San Martino live cam shows the mid-mountain Ces sector where multiple chairlifts serve a blend of blue and red pistes, making it ideal for monitoring morning snow quality before heading up from the village. Whether you're assessing grooming conditions or crowd levels at the Ces lifts, this San Martino di Castrozza live snow cam is the practical first check for the day ahead.
- Cima Rosetta2700m
- Survey San Martino di Castrozza's highest accessible terrain through this commanding webcam at Cima Rosetta, 2,700 meters above the Primiero Valley within the UNESCO Pale di San Martino Dolomites. This San Martino di Castrozza live cam monitors the north-facing upper slopes where snow quality holds longest into the season - a critical vantage point for powder hunters targeting the resort's most snow-reliable zone. This San Martino snowcam is your essential window onto summit conditions before taking the Rosetta cable car to the top.
- Punta Ces2228m
- Monitor the upper Ces sector from this San Martino di Castrozza webcam at Punta Ces, 2,228 meters elevation, positioned at the top chairlift arrival where the Sole and Direttissima pistes begin their descents. This elevated San Martino live cam delivers clear views of current snow conditions and visibility across the Ces ridge, with the dramatic Pale di San Martino backdrop making conditions easy to assess at a glance. Check this San Martino web cam to gauge upper-mountain snow quality and skier traffic before committing to the Ces sector for the day.
- Malga Valcigolera1890m
- Track conditions across the Ces piste network from this San Martino di Castrozza webcam at Malga Valcigolera, 1,890 meters, overlooking the Ces runs and the new Valcigolera gondola that connects this zone to Cima Tognola at 2,383 meters. This San Martino live cam captures a broad sweep of the Ces sector's intermediate terrain, showing snow coverage and lift activity across one of the resort's most active mid-mountain zones. Essential viewing for skiers using the Valcigolera gondola connection, this live cams feed helps you time your arrival for optimal conditions on the Ces and Tognola sectors.
- Passo Rolle1984m
- Explore the separate high-altitude terrain at San Martino di Castrozza's Passo Rolle sector through this webcam at 1,984 meters, focused on the Castellazzo lift area along the SS50 mountain pass road. This San Martino di Castrozza live cam shows real-time conditions at this wind-exposed, snow-reliable sector that holds cover well into spring - a 9km drive north of the main village and served by the resort's free ski bus. This San Martino snowcam is the essential check for anyone planning a day on Passo Rolle's open, high-altitude slopes before the drive up.
San Martino di Castrozza snow cams FAQ
How often do San Martino di Castrozza snow cams update?
All San Martino di Castrozza snow cams and webcams update every 10 minutes with fresh images showing current mountain conditions. This frequent update schedule ensures you have access to near real-time conditions for planning your ski day at San Martino di Castrozza.
Which San Martino di Castrozza webcam shows the best powder conditions?
The high-elevation Cima Rosetta webcam at 2,700m provides the clearest view of powder conditions and snowfall. These San Martino di Castrozza webcams capture fresh snow accumulation and visibility better than base area cameras.
Can I see San Martino di Castrozza lift queues on the webcams?
Yes. Multiple San Martino di Castrozza snow cams specifically show lift queue areas and chairlift operations, helping you time your arrival and avoid peak queue periods.
When is the best time to check San Martino di Castrozza snow cams?
Check San Martino di Castrozza webcams early morning (7-8am) for overnight snowfall assessment, and mid-afternoon for current crowd levels and weather. The live cams are most useful after storm events to assess fresh powder.
How can I check current conditions before buying San Martino di Castrozza lift tickets?
Use our San Martino di Castrozza webcams alongside the live snow report to assess conditions before purchasing lift tickets. The webcams show real-time visibility, snow quality, and operational status.
Do San Martino di Castrozza webcams work on mobile devices?
Yes. All San Martino di Castrozza snow cams and webcams are optimized for mobile viewing, so you can check live conditions from anywhere using your phone or tablet.
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