ACTIVITIES AROUND KRONPLATZ

Top activities on the sunny side of the Dolomites

If you are looking for adventure and adrenaline, Kronplatz and its surroundings hold the best offers for it. At the Falkensteiner Hotel Kronplatz you will find exactly the holiday offer you are looking for. Let yourself be surprised by the possibilities of South Tyrol. 

A skier sliding on a snowy mountain near Falkensteiner Hotels

Skiing at Kronplatz

  • Winter

With a total of 119 kilometres of ski runs, Kronplatz is one of the top winter sports destinations and attracts numerous snow enthusiasts. That is why it is the most popular active mountain in the region.

The Puster Valley and its side valleys offer a wide variety of possibilities for all skiing professionals - with four large and three smaller ski areas there are many slopes to explore, whether on skis or snowboard.

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A couple on a hike in snowy mountains near Falkensteiner Hotels

Skitouring

  • Winter

Ski touring is fascinating and challenging at the same time: climbing up the mountain through untouched slopes, consciously perceiving the silence of the mountains and enjoying nature beyond the prepared slopes.
Kronplatz and the Puster valley are perfect for ski touring. There are various routes for all levels of ability.

A group enjoying tobogganing near Falkensteiner Hotels

Sledding

  • Winter

Tobogganing is always fun, no matter whether you follow the path with your own sledge all the way up, or whether you rent a sledge comfortably on the top of the mountain before you start off. The Kronplatz holiday region offers various possibilities to ski down the slopes on a sledge.
Only a few minutes' walk from the hotel, very comfortable but full of action: take the “Korer” cable car to the top station and then back down to the valley on the toboggan run next to the ski slope.

A man doing ice climbing near Falkensteiner Hotels

Ice climbing

  • Winter

If you are passionate about climbing, you don't have to wait until summer. Grab an ice pick, swap your climbing shoes for crampons and climb the ice wall.
Especially fascinating: the Reinbach waterfalls in Sand in Taufers (accessible in only 25 minutes)

A girl while cross-country skiing near Falkensteiner Hotels

Cross country skiing

  • Winter

Through snow-covered forests and with perfectly groomed trails in the valley or in high altitude, cross-country skiing in South Tyrol offers just the right conditions for endurance athletes, but also for everyone who wants to enjoy the wonderful winter scenery.   
The first cross-country ski runs are at 10 minutes walking distance from the hotel in the Reischach Sports Park.
Around Kronplatz there are also the cross-country skiing areas of Kasern im Ahrntal (45 km), Antholzertal (28 km), Gsieser Tal (34 km) and San Vigilio (18 km).

Close-up of wearing snow skates near Falkensteiner Hotels

Biathlon

  • Winter

The biathlon mecca in South Tyrol is undoubtedly located in Antholz, where the Biathlon World Cup is held every year. The cross-country ski slopes run for over 60 kilometers through the Rieserferner-Ahrn Nature Park and will leave even the toughest athletes breathless with their stunning views. 

Courses are available all year round.

A couple snowshoeing on a mountain near Falkensteiner Hotels

Snowshoeing

  • Winter

Quiet landscapes far away from tracked winter roads and all you hear is the soft crunch of the snow under your shoes. Snowshoeing is a great way to enjoy the untouched nature all to yourself.

Our ski expert

Our ski experts accompany you both on and off the slopes, whether you require an individualized technique lesson, custom-made private lessons, or a personal ski guide to the most spectacular huts.

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Seating area in a VIP cable car near Falkensteiner Hotels

Kronplatz VIP Cable Car

  • Winter

In cooperation with Moessmer (creative partner and supplier of Prada, Dolce&Gabbana, Louis Vuitton) from Brunico, a gondola of the cable car Alpen Connecting was refined and transformed into a VIP cabin of the extra class.

Services: 

  • Unique experience in the VIP cabin Alpen Connecting
  • Local sparkling wine and cold cuts made from local products
  • 30 min journey 
  • for 1- 6 persons


The VIP Gondola ride can be booked directly with the Experience Concierge or at the reception.

A girl engaged in high-wire course near Falkensteiner Hotels

High-wire course

  • Summer

A visit to the high-wire course is perfect for any adrenaline junkies! As well as the course, there is much more to discover.

Who is it suitable for?
Families, friends, couples, groups, singles

Getting there
Car

Other comments
The tickets are valid for 3 hours. Equipment is provided. Old clothes and hiking shoes are recommended.

Website Link: https://kronaction.com/?lang=en

A fat-bike in a forest near Falkensteiner Hotels

Fat biking

A fat bike bicycle tour easily takes you over stones, mud or snow. So you can explore all types of landscape.

Who is it suitable for?
Families, friends, couples, groups, singles

A paraglider while Paragliding near Falkensteiner Hotels

Paragliding

  • Summer

If the breathtaking view is not enough for you and if you prefer a wider view of the mountains, then paragliding or delta gliding is the right choice. And maybe you will discover an interesting new hiking trail or a new climbing route that you would never have noticed from below. 

Aerial view of a golf course near Falkensteiner Hotels

Golf

  • Summer

Small ball – big sport! Only 1.8 km from the hotel lies the Golf Club Pustertal.
Discover playful pleasure combined with technology, joie de vivre and love of nature on the picturesque 9-hole course.

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A man kayaking in Sea Kayak Novigrad near Falkensteiner Hotels

Canyoning

  • Summer

You can experience the wild waters of the Puster Valley by canyoning or rafting. This requires a pinch of courage, absolutely no fear of water and the desire to explore untouched places. Especially canyoning is about combining different activities: hiking, climbing, roping down and swimming. Explore shallow side rivers, narrow gorges and thunderous rapids while rafting in the waters around Kronplatz and let yourself drift along

Low-angle shot of 2 bikers on a road near Falkensteiner Hotels

Cycling Kronplatz

  • Summer

Those who prefer a more comfortable bike ride are in good hands in the valley. You can cycle along the beautiful landscape between Bruneck and Lienz. The route leads to various alpine hotspot towns such as Innichen or Toblach up to Lienz. And for those who find the route too long, simply change to the South Tyrol Railway, which covers exactly the same stages and brings you safely back to Bruneck.

2 hikers on a mountain on a sunny day near Falkensteiner Hotels

Hiking

  • Summer

Hiking in the Dolomites means enjoying the complete package of nature: being outdoors with the sun in your heart and breathing in the fresh mountain air. Enjoy the gigantic panoramas that this sun-kissed region has to offer.
The Pustertal Valley and the Kronplatz is a hiking paradise for everyone: easy hikes along forest roads or demanding tours to the most beautiful mountain huts.

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A boy cycling on a mountain near Falkensteiner Hotels

Mountainbike – Downhill – E Mountainbike

  • Summer

Challenging trails, sunny days and a unique scenery: what more could a mountainbiker's heart wish for? 
Step by step, the best trails in South Tyrol take you up high to the mountain and down steeply again. There are tours and trails for every level of difficulty, the Puster Valley mountains provide plenty of variety. 
The bike trails on the Kronplatz can be reached by cable car: either at the valley station in Reischach - just a few meters from the hotel, Valdaora, on the Furkelpass or San Vigilio.

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Rock Climbing near Falkensteiner Hotel and Asia Spa Leoben

Climbing and fixed rope routes

  • Summer

The Pustertal valley around the Kronplatz is a paradise for all climbing enthusiasts: the climbing possibilities vary from fixed rope routes to open-air climbing gardens or bouldering and climbing halls. There is something for everyone. 
And in order to warm up your muscles perfectly for the upcoming climbing activities, you can climb the first routes on the hotel's own indoor climbing wall.

Alpine Climbing

There are no limits to the climbing dreams in South Tyrol. The Dolomites around the Kronplatz lure with impressive climbing routes in different degrees of difficulty and only those who reach the very top are rewarded with the most beautiful views.

Climbing recommendation nearby:

The "Loathna Kofel" in St. Lorenzen offers several routes with different degrees of difficulty: 2 routes up to 5a, 6 routes up to 6a, 10 routes up to 6c, 12 routes up to 7b, 1 route up to 8a.
Our Experience.Concierge knows the best routes for unique views and unforgettable moments on the mountain.
The nearest climbing facility for indoor rope climbing or bouldering is the Bruneck climbing centre.

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Fixed rope routes

The fixed rope routes around the holiday region at Kronplatz will bring you high up the mountains. Secured throughout, you can enjoy the best views from high above. Before you can start, there is of course a professional introduction by our Experience Concierge.

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FOREST BATHING

  • Summer

Discover the healing power of forest bathing in the breathtaking nature of South Tyrol. Immerse yourself in the tranquility and serenity of majestic forests, surrounded by gentle mountain peaks and clear streams. Leave the everyday behind and feel your senses awaken as you breathe in the fresh air and enjoy the soothing sounds of nature. Forest bathing is not just a way to relax but also an opportunity to revitalize body, mind, and soul. There is a forest for forest bathing in the vicinity of the hotel.

Bird's-eye view of the Toboggan track at Falkensteiner Hotels

Alpine Coaster „Klausberg Flitzer“

  • Summer

Go on the longest and most spectacular Alpine roller coaster in Italy. Experience the adrenaline rush and whizz 1800 m down into the valley at up to 40 km/h. Special highlights of the “Klausbergflitzer” are the jumps and 360 degree circles.

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KNEIPPING

  • Summer

Experience the refreshing tradition of Kneipping amidst the picturesque landscape of South Tyrol. Feel the invigorating effect of cool water on your skin as you wade through clear mountain streams or bathe in natural springs. Kneipp treatments not only provide a welcome cooling sensation but also promote circulation, boost the immune system, and bring body and mind into balance. There is a Kneipp facility in the vicinity of the hotel.