Rittner Horn

Rittner Horn, Italy

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Rittner Horn

Rittner Horn is a hidden gem in the Dolomites. With panoramic views and family-friendly slopes, it caters to all skill levels.

 Summary

Located just above Bolzano, Rittner Horn offers a delightful mix of skiing and breathtaking scenery. The resort features 15 kilometers of slopes and a variety of lifts, ensuring smooth access to all areas.

The ski area of Rittner Horn is in the Italian Dolomites at an altitude of 1,500m, with 15km of marked runs.

Rittner Horn is part of the Ortler Skiarena area with access to 123 marked pistes, served by a total of 79 ski lifts. In addition to the skiing in Rittner Horn itself (15km of pisted ski runs), the appropriate ski Lift Pass will allow you to ski or snowboard in the other Ortler Skiarena ski resorts of Haideralm, Latsch Tarscheralm, Maseben, Mendel Ruffrè, Meran 2000, Pfelders, Reinswald, Schnalstal, Schöneben, Schwemmalm, Sulden am Ortler, Trafoi am Ortler, Vigiljoch and Watles.

With ski lifts as high as 2,260m, snow cover is generally reliable.

 Notable Ski Runs

The longest possible descent in Rittner Horn is 3km long.

Snow and Weather

Rittner Horn typically enjoys a reliable snow depth of 50-100 cm throughout the season, with consistent snowfall from December to March. For the latest snow conditions, be sure to check J2Ski.

When will it snow in Rittner Horn?

The next notable snow forecast is 5cm, expected on 21 March, with around 18cm forecast over the next 7 days.

See our long-range Snow Forecast for the latest update.

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Ski Area Stats

Skiing

The Rittner Horn mountain range boasts an elevation of 2,260 meters and offers a variety of pistes, including the popular Panoramapiste. Key lifts such as the Rittnerhorn Gondola and the new Kreitlift provide easy access to the slopes, which are ideal for beginners and intermediates alike.

There is skiing to suit a range of abilities.

Ski Lessons in Rittner Horn

To choose a Ski School, and book Group Ski Lessons or a Private Instructor, see Rittner Horn Ski Schools and Rittner Horn Ski Instructors.

Snowboarding

Snowboarders will find great options at Rittner Horn, including the fun terrain park at the Rittnerhorn lift. With well-groomed runs and ample space, the resort is perfect for carving and freestyle riding.

Location and Map

Where is Rittner Horn?

This ski resort is in the Italian Dolomites.

Map

Tap for Full-Screen, or see J2Ski's Resort map, showing Hotels and Ski Shops.

How to get there

 By Air

The nearest airport to Rittner Horn is Bolzano, 67 minutes drive away.

Innsbruck Airport, Verona, Brescia and Bergamo 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.

Rittner Horn is easily accessible from Bolzano, located about 30 minutes away by car. Visitors can also take advantage of public transport, with regular bus services connecting the valley to the resort.

Infrastructure

Ski Lift Capacity

The three ski lifts are able to uplift 5,600 skiers and snowboarders every hour.

Snow Making

Snow-making is available, on 15km of ski runs, with 8 snow cannons.

Season Dates

When is Rittner Horn open?

We don't currently have confirmed season dates, but hope to soon.

NOTE:- Ski area, lift and piste opening is subject to Current Snow Conditions.

Aprés Ski

After a day on the slopes, unwind at the cozy Stube at the mountain hut or enjoy a drink at the lively Pizzeria Rittner Horn. The atmosphere is friendly, making it a great place to share stories with fellow skiers.