Sledding from Passo Stalle to Lake Anterselva

DESCRIPTION
The winter hike in the Valle di Anterselva is an unforgettable experience, immersed in extraordinary landscapes and wrapped in harmonious silence.
The Vedrette di Ries-Aurina Nature Park offers well-trodden hiking trails for exploring this romantic winter world.
Along these paths you will have the opportunity to enjoy the natural beauties, surrounded by expanses of white and sparkling snow, snow-covered forests, the frozen Lake Anterselva and the shining glaciers. By adding a stop in one of the alpine refuges, you will be able to enjoy the warm and authentic atmosphere and the delicious local specialities.
In the winter months, the road that connects Lake Anterselva with Austria through the Passo Stalle is closed to vehicular transit. With the snow-covered road surface, this road becomes an excellent option for walking, snowshoeing and sledging without being disturbed. Winter hiking in the Anterselva Valley offers unforgettable moments that will lead you into the heart of the winter world, surrounded by the beauty of nature and the peace of the mountains.

ITINERARY
From the parking lot of the Biathlon Center (1636 m) go towards Lake Anterselva following the paved/snow road arriving at the Rifugio Genziana (1656 m). Here the toboggan run begins. Continue to Passo Stalle (2052 m), cross the border and arrive at the Oberseehütte (2016 m) which is located on the bank of the Obersee am Staller Sattel. Return to Passo Stalle, descend by sled to the crossroads for Malga Steinzger and then climb up to the Malga (1891 m). To return, you slide to the Rifugio Genziana and then return on foot to the starting point along the same road as the outward journey.

EXCURSION DATE
January 2, 2023

STARTING POINT
Parking at the Anterselva Biathlon Centre

REFRESHMENT POINT
Oberseehütte (2016 m)

AUTHOR’S SUGGESTIONS
Make sure you have a sled with you, there are no rental points at the top.

SAFETY TIPS
The stability of the snow cover is subject to sudden and unpredictable changes. For your safety, always consult the avalanche bulletin because the snow cover is subject to rapid changes, ask for information from the competent offices of the place. Our GPX tracks are only indicative, that is, the route was carried out as best as possible with the snow and weather conditions of that day. So always evaluate locally what needs to be done.
In addition, remember to evaluate the route based on your physical abilities, training, and equipment that you have.
It is advisable to tell someone the itinerary that you intend to do.
Remember that the emergency number is 112.

EQUIPMENT
It is recommended to have the appropriate equipment for the trail, weather conditions and season: sled, windbreaker and/or rain jacket, map and/or GPS device, sunglasses, sunscreen, hiking boots, first aid kit, specific winter clothing, crampons, gloves, backpack with food and hot drinks.

RECOMMENDED MAPS
Tabacco 032 Valli di Anterselva e Casies/Antholzer Tal - Gsieser Tal

INTERESTING LINKS
https://www.alpengasthaus-obersee.com/it

HOW TO ARRIVE
From Brunico SS49. Arrived near Rasun, turn left onto the SP44 and continue until you reach Lake Anterselva.

PARKING AREA
Parking at the Anterselva Biathlon Centre
GPS coordinates: 46.883702, 12.152420

Parcheggio Biathlon Anterselva

Lago di Anterselva ghiacciato

Indicazioni

Rifugio Genziana

Si sale verso il passo

In lontananza si vede il Lago di Anterselva

Arrivati al Passo Stalle

Ristoro al Passo Stalle chiuso in inverno

Passiamo in Austria

Rifugio Obersee

Si scende in slitta

Si sale verso la malga

Siamo arrivati alla Malga Steinzger

Si va veloci

Bellissima pista