Wednesday 28 December 2011

Castelrotto lit by the full moon: A walk with torches

Those who have already experienced the excitement of a walk with Martha, the witch (Martha Silbernagl) and heard the legends and sagas of the Alpe di Siusi have experienced unique moments.

In winter with Martha another surprise has yet to come… at full moon. Starting from Castelrotto and arriving at San Valentino the bravest one will follow her accompanied only by torches and  by the moonlight. And they will carefully listen to legend and sagas that speak of witches and wizards. And at their arrival at San Valentino, they will enjoy a hot mulled wine, shortly before getting back to Castelrotto.

A special winter walk. Dates
Monday January 9, 2012
Tuesday February 7, 2012
Tuesday, March 8, 2012
Duration: From 9 pm. to 11 pm.

For more information please contact the Tourist Information of Castelrotto at +39 0471 706333

Tuesday 20 December 2011

If on a winter's night the Alpe di Siusi

Sledging in the moonlight with friends, the cross country marathon at full moon, the concerts of Swing on Snow. The holiday area Alpe di Siusi offers winter nights with a varied and rich program.

At daytime guests and residents as well enjoy winter on the ski slopes, on the cross-country tracks at the foot of the Dolomites, or feel the thrill of King Laurin SnowparkWinter walkers leave their tracks in the snow, and those who enjoy ski touring reach the highest peaks, such as the Sasso Piatto. And then they all come together in huts along the trails and paths. And when night falls, and the lifts close and the aerial cable car undertakes its last way back, direction valley station, then the more "nocturnal" transform the area into a magical paradise.

The winter nights at Alpe di Siusi and in the villages surrounding it, are illuminated  by the light of torches and the moon. And the first event is the descent with torches of the Ski School Sciliar 3000 along the track of the Bullaccia slope on December 30, 2011. On New Year's Eve the village of Siusi invites children and adults at the party in the ice rink in the center of Siusi and Castelrotto welcomes the New Year with fireworks. The "Magic Impressions" are organized by the Alpe di Siusi Ski School on January 5, 2012 during a show on skis along the Bullaccia slope.

In January 2012, the evenings of Swing on Snow will serve as the ideal soundtrack, at the foot of the Sciliar mountain: Diandl Opas, Spafudla, Doppelbock, and some other bands are celebrating until late at night.

One of the most outstanding sport events is the cross country marathon at moonlight Moonlight Classic on February 7, 2012. Those who want to experience the thrill of a run after dark can choose a section along 36 or 20 km. And they will be greeted by the fire artist Saraph.


There will be some sport event also in Fié: the Lake Laghetto di Fiè is loved in winter by those who practice ice curling. The only quality required is strength. Experiencing nature: this is the leitmotif of walking around with torches in Castelrotto and Siusi. The torch-light shows the way to hikers: at Carnival on February 21, 2012 carnival masks accompany the procession of torches.

Romantic and comfortable hours are guaranteed during a sleigh ride at moonlight. Those who love the speed will meet up with friends for a night-time tobogganing with sledges.

Thursday 15 December 2011

Siusi celebrates the winter solstice feast

With musical entertainment, culinary specialities and a fire show Siusi allo Sciliar welcomes winter.

On December 22, winter fans start together in the longest night of the year, celebrate the astronomical beginning of winter and taste an oxtail soup with alpine herbs or a special herbal tea dedicated to the winter solstice.


When? From 5 pm. To 7 pm.
Where? On the Oswald von Wolkenstein square in Siusi allo Sciliar

Monday 5 December 2011

New sponsor for the ski stars Denise Karbon and Peter Fill

In the World Cup season 2011/2012 Denise Karbon and Peter Fill, both from Castelrotto, are officially sponsored by Alpe di Siusi Marketing. The Alpe di Siusi logo adorns the helmets of the ski stars. For the World Cup season 2012/2013 the sponsorship agreement is planned to be extended.

Peter Fill at the Ski World Cup in Lake Louise

Friday 2 December 2011

Alpe di Siusi Winter Photo Contest

"Alpe di Siusi Winter – our holiday region from your perspective": that’s the theme of the photo competition open to amateur and professional photographers. We're searching for the most beautiful, most extraordinary, or simply the best winter shot. The competition starts on December 3, 2011 and ends on April 15, 2012. A weekend for two in the holiday region Alpe di Siusi will be up for grabs.

Thursday 1 December 2011

Winter on the Alpe di Siusi with Nix, the Witch

Nix, the witch (Illustration: Evi Gasser)
Fun and safety in the snow. Even Nix, the witch knows that people often love the speed when skiing or tobogganing. To allow everyone to enjoy winter safely on the Alpe di Siusi Nix, the Witch has collected for us the best tips.

Children and adults as well, skiers and non skiers. With the booklet “Be safe in the snow with Nix, the Witch”  lovers of winter sports learn the golden rules of trails and paths: from overcoming safely to First - Aid Rules.

Thanks to Nix, the witch we feel safer and being on snow is more fun. Meet  Nix, the Witch at Europark while she's skiing. And the ones who feel safe on skis can discover the Tour of the Witches, in their very realm, the Alpe di Siusi.