Val Senales Ski Resort Guide
Val Senales, Italy
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| Recommended For | Intermediates, Beginners, Snowboarders and Snowfall! |
|---|---|
| Total Piste Length | 36km |
| Highest Lift | 2,800m |
| Resort Height | 2,011m |
| Nearest Airports | Bolzano and Verona |
Val Senales
Val Senales is a picturesque ski resort nestled in the South Tyrol region of Italy. Known for its reliable snow and diverse terrain, it caters to all levels of skiers and snowboarders.
Summary
Val Senales offers a unique skiing experience with its glacier slopes, ensuring excellent snow conditions throughout the season. The resort features over 30 kilometers of pistes, ranging from beginner-friendly runs to challenging black slopes.
The ski area of Val Senales is in the Italian Alps at an altitude of 2,011m, with 36km of marked runs.
Val Senales has direct access to 36km of downhill skiing, with 15 marked pistes, served by a total of 8 ski lifts.
The ski resort itself is at 2,011m, so skiing or boarding back to the resort is usually possible. With ski lifts as high as 2,800m, skiing and snowboarding is assured throughout the season.
Notable Ski Runs
The longest possible descent in Val Senales is 8km long and the most difficult run is the 'Schmuggler-defchrt', which is 8km in length.
Snow and Weather
Val Senales is known for its excellent snow reliability, with an average snow depth of around 1.5 meters in winter. The glacier ensures consistent snowfall, and for the latest snow information, check J2Ski for updates.
When will it snow in Val Senales?
The next notable snow forecast is 2cm, expected on 4 August.
See our long-range Snow Forecast for the latest update.
Snow this week
| Thu | Fri | Sat | Sun | Mon | Tue | Wed |
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| Snow to 2,569m |
Ski Area Stats
Val Senales Ski Area
| Black Pistes Expert Trails | 1 | 8km |
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| Red Pistes Intermediate Runs | 8 | 13km |
| Blue Pistes Easy Trails | 7 | 15km |
| Downhill Total Length | 36km | |
| Cross Country Total Length | 20km | |
| Ski Lifts Number of Lifts | 8 | |
Val Senales Altitudes
| Highest Lift | 2,800m |
|---|---|
| Resort Altitude (Val Senales) | 2,011m |
| Lowest Piste | 2,000m |
| Max Vertical | 800m |
Ratings & Suitability
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Skiing
Val Senales boasts the Schnalstal Glacier, which reaches an elevation of 3,212 meters. The ski area includes notable pistes like the long descent from the glacier and key lifts such as the Funivia Ghiacciaio and the Maso Corto cable car, providing access to diverse runs.
Val Senales offers good sking, particularly, for Intermediate and Beginner skiers.
Snowboarding
Snowboarding enthusiasts will appreciate the terrain parks in Val Senales, particularly the fun park at the base of the glacier. It offers various features suitable for all skill levels, ensuring a great day on the slopes.
Location and Map
Where is Val Senales?
This ski resort is in the Italian Alps.
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How to get there
By Air
The nearest airport to Val Senales is Bolzano, 63 minutes drive away.
Verona, Brescia and Innsbruck Airport airports are all within three hours drive.
Bolzano is just one hours drive away, in good driving conditions, so you can be on the piste quickly.
Val Senales is accessible via major airports such as Bolzano or Innsbruck, both within a reasonable driving distance. The resort is well-connected by road, making it easy to reach by car or shuttle services.
Infrastructure
Ski Lift Capacity
The eight ski lifts are able to uplift 11,454 skiers and snowboarders every hour.
Snow Making
Snow-making is available, on 7km of ski runs, with 15 snow cannons.
Season Dates
When is Val Senales open?
We don't currently have confirmed season dates, but hope to soon.
Usual opening is Mid September, and usual closing is Early May.
NOTE:- Ski area, lift and piste opening is subject to Current Snow Conditions.
Talking about Val Senales
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Aprés Ski
After a day on the slopes, head to the lively bars and restaurants in Val Senales. Notable spots include the Ötzi Bar and the Restaurant Gletscher, where you can unwind with drinks and local cuisine.
