Schnalstal Glacier

Situated 70 kilometres northwest of Bolzano in South Tyrol's remote Schnalstal Valley, the glacier resort operates above the village of Kurzras, which sits at an elevation of 2,011 metres. This high-mountain setting creates an exceptional snow-sure environment while maintaining relatively straightforward access via the efficient glacier gondola. The surrounding valley features remarkable archaeological significance as the discovery site of Ötzi the Iceman, a 5,300-year-old mummy whose preservation in glacial ice connects visitors directly to the region's ancient history. The broader area combines Italian sophistication with Austrian precision, reflecting South Tyrol's distinctive cultural heritage, while the resort's strategic position enables skiing in three countries within a single day via nearby connections to Austria and Switzerland.