Extraordinary Winter Activities at One of Europe’s Best Ski Resorts

Bright sunshine reflects off the snow, crisp air fills your lungs, and sound is muted except for the satisfying crunch of fresh powder underfoot. There’s nothing quite like a ski trip, especially one to the 3 Zinnen Dolomites, where resort visitors can find the perfect pairing of ski season favorites and fun for the whole family.
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Shannon Lowery

Travel Content Creator

One of the best ski resorts in Europe and certainly in the Dolomites is undoubtedly 3 Zinnen Dolomites. But what makes this particular place so extraordinary? Hint: it’s not just the world-class skiing. In fact, it’s nearly everything else you can do at 3 Zinnen that makes it a truly one-of-a-kind ski holiday in the Dolomites. These unique winter activities are sure to make lasting memories for everyone whether you ski or not. 

This story was created in partnership with 3 Zinnen Dolomites.

1. Summit Tour on Skis

How often do you get the chance to visit a UNESCO World Heritage Site, let alone see it on skis? At 3 Zinnen Dolomites, take the Giro delle Cime tour to explore the majestic peaks of the Dolomites, regarded as an international geographic area of significance, while strapped into your skis. Follow along with an experienced guide or take each stop at your own speed on a self-guided excursion.

2. Paragliding

If carving down magnificent mountain sides in the Dolomites isn’t enough of a thrill for you, turn your adrenaline up a notch with a paragliding ride over the frozen peaks. Don’t worry, you’ll be in good hands for the duration of your tandem flight with trained professionals. Few travelers can say they’ve soared over the same slopes they’ve skied, making this a truly once-in-a-lifetime winter activity.

Sledging at 3 Zinnen Dolomites ski resort
Snowy mountain range in Italy on a sunny day.
A skiier at 3 Zinnen Dolomites with mountains behind him.

3. Adventure After Hours

Winter days are short. That’s why 3 Zinnen Dolomites makes the most of winter nights with floodlit runs at Monte Baranci. Open select evenings during the winter season, night skiing at one of Europe’s best ski resorts ensures you can make the most of your time, day or night. Legs feeling fatigued after a day on the slopes? Grab a sledge or toboggan for a less taxing downhill romp before retiring for the evening.

4. Larger Than Life Snowmen

Do you wanna build a snowman? At 3 Zinnen Dolomites, the answer is always yes. Supersized snowmen reign supreme in these summits, and 3 Zinnen’s ski-stopping displays provide the perfect backdrop for your next holiday card.

5. Practice Your Serve

Tennis in winter? Absolutely. Multiple indoor and tented courts are speckled around the 3 Zinnen area in Sexton, Innichen, Niederdorf, and Toblach, so you can practice your swing when you’re not on the slopes. The best part? No matter how you play, at least you can enjoy the postcard views.

2 skiers on a snowy hill with a gondola and snow-covered mountain range in the background.

What makes 3 Zinnen one of Europe’s best ski resorts isn’t just the skiing, it’s all the other winter activities you can enjoy while you’re there. Wether it’s your first or fiftieth ski trip to the Dolomites, these unique experiences are sure to make your time at 3 Zinnen Dolomites the most memorable winter vacation yet.

 

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