Plose Ski Resort

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Plose ski resort, Eisacktal Dolomites, Italy
Plose ski resort, Eisacktal Dolomites, Italy
Great piste skiing at Plose.
Great piste skiing at Plose.
Plose ski resort
Plose ski resort's new Pfannspitze gondola replaces two old chairlifts.
Plose ski resort is above the delightful city of Bressanone (Brixen).
Plose ski resort is above the delightful city of Bressanone (Brixen).
Wide groomers and extensive snow making at Plose.
Wide groomers and extensive snow making at Plose.
Ski Plose.
Ski Plose.
The Christmas night markets at Bressanone (Brixen).
The Christmas night markets at Bressanone (Brixen).
Apres is not far away at Plose.
Apres is not far away at Plose.
Modern Rossalm 6er chair at Plose ski resort.
Modern Rossalm 6er chair at Plose ski resort.
Ski Plose.
Ski Plose.
Bressanone has laneway bars and restaurants in the old town.
Bressanone has laneway bars and restaurants in the old town.
Pfannspitze gondola services some great terrain at Plose.
Pfannspitze gondola services some great terrain at Plose.
Plose snowmaking capacity is typical Dolomites - excellent.
Plose snowmaking capacity is typical Dolomites - excellent.
Modern lift infrastructure at Plose.
Modern lift infrastructure at Plose.
The Schlemmer Berghotel has a sunny slopeside ski hutte deck.
The Schlemmer Berghotel has a sunny slopeside ski hutte deck.
Schlemmer ski hutte homemade cake and cappuccino at Plose.
Schlemmer ski hutte homemade cake and cappuccino at Plose.
Beautiful old town Brixen is the base to ski plose.
Beautiful old town Brixen is the base to ski plose.
Bressanone has beautiful buildings dating from the 10th century.
Bressanone has beautiful buildings dating from the 10th century.
Ski Plose.
Ski Plose.
Plose ski resort.
Plose ski resort.

Plose Ski Resort

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Plose - Brixen

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Brixen Plose Ski Resort Stats

    Plose Ski Trail Map
  • Brixen-Plose Ski Trail Map
  • Vertical (m)
    1,067m - 2,505m (1,488m)
  • Average Snow Fall
    Unknown
  • Lifts (7)
    2 Gondolas
    4 Chairs
  • Opening Dates & Times
    Early Dec to early April
    8:45am to 4:30pm
  • Terrain Summary
    Runs - 41km
    Longest run - 9 km
    Advanced - 20%
    Intermediate - 30%
    Beginner - 50%
  • Lift Pass Price
    Day Ticket 23/24
    Brixen-Plose Pass
    Adult: €59 to 64
    Senior >65yr: €53 to 58
    Child: €42 to 45
    Child u/8yr: Free with adult
    Multi-day pass also valid in Gitschberg Jochtal

    Dolomiti SuperSki
    (Valid all Dolomites resorts)
    Adult: €72 to 80
    Senior >65yr: €65 to 72
    Child: €50 to 56
    Child u/8yr: Free with adult
    All passes are cheaper if pre-purchased online
    Ikon Pass also conditionally valid
    Gitschberg Jochtal, Brixen Plose Ski Trail Map
  • Gitschberg Jochtal, Brixen Plose Ski Trail Map
    Dolomiti Superski Resort Map
  • Dolomiti Superski Resort Map

Plose Ski Resort (a.k.a. Brixen Dolomites) Italy

Plose ski resort is perched high above the sensational Dolomites town of Bressanone (a.k.a. Brixen). Typical of a 'small' European ski resort, Plose has fantastic infrastructure, a huge skiable vertical of nearly 1,500m and one of the Dolomites longest and best advanced ski runs - the super-fast, super fun Trametsch.

Whether you stay in Plose's main town of Bressanone (Brixen) or closer to the ski hill is the biggest question when skiing Plose. Exploring Bressanone's nooks and crannies is wonderful, as is the Christmas night market in late December to early January.

Pros & Cons for Plose-Brixen Ski Resort

Pros

  • Quality lift system.
  • Huge skiable vertical.
  • Very good range of trails for all abilities.
  • Sensational views on a clear day.
  • Interesting off piste & side-country including some tree skiing.
  • Uncrowded during the week, no lift lines.
  • Good value for money out of high season.
  • Après ski starts early and is ‘enthusiastic’.
  • Ski-in ski-out accommodation options available.
  • Excellent variety of mountain huts and bars.

Cons

  • Limited & crowded learn-to-ski areas for novices.
  • Not a great recent natural snow record.
  • Not a great value ski hill during high season.

Pro or Con (depending on your perspective!)

  • Small (ish) ski resort which may or may hold your interest for more than a few days.
  • Majority of ski terrain south-facing & sunny.
  • Best place to stay is away from the ski resort in the beautiful town of Bressanone.

Skiing & Snowboarding, Lifts & Terrain

Plose ski resort has a massive 1,480m+ vertical, over 41km of piste trails, a modern high-capacity lift system and a diversity of terrain for all ski and snowboard abilities. The main access gondola has been replaced for the 2023/24 season improving uphill transport efficiency.

Check out the full ski trail map for Plose-Brixen below.

Brixen Plose Ski Trail Map
Plose Ski Trail Map

If it snows, the Plose off-piste has some interesting descents for advanced skiers & snowboarders, plus a few side-country freeride ski routes to tickle the fancy off the summit of Gabler.

Interlinked with Gitschberg-Jochtal & Dolomiti Superski

Plose shares a lift pass with the nearby Gitschberg-Jochtal ski resort & is also part of the Dolomiti Superski ski region. Buying a Dolomiti Superski pass is of dubious value if only skiing locally.

See the Gitschberg-Jochtal, Brixen-Plose ski trail map.

International visitors may be pleased to know that Ikon Pass is valid in Brixen-Plose & the Dolomites, but with certain conditions/limitations.

For detailed information on ski lifts, terrain, trail maps & passes see our Plose-Brixen Skiing & Snowboarding page.

Where is Plose Italy?

The Plose-Brixen ski resort is on the fringe of the fabulous Dolomites, 8km by road east of beautiful Brixen (Bressanone). The small town of Saint Andrea is just below the resort. Major cities nearby are Bolzano (50km south) and Innsbruck (100km north).

Gateway international airports are either Innsbruck (INN), Venice (VCE) or at a stretch, Munich (MUC) & Milan (MXP). The Powderhounds recommend taking the train & bus from the airports to Plose, but for those that just cannot abide public transport or are travelling in larger groups, the most efficient mode of travel is a private transfer. Search & book all direct private transfers to Bressanone & Plose.

Rail connections to Bressanone are excellent. Regular buses leave the centre of Bressanone & travel up to ski resort.

For more information see the Travelling to Plose page.

Plose-Brixen Accommodation

Several accommodation location options exist for Plose ski resort. For those that simply must stay on the hill, at least 3 alpine huts (Pfannspitzhütte et al) provide comfortable lodging above 2400m. Otherwise, two separate resort base locations with several hotels near Plancios are serviced by lifts directly to the ski slopes. Alternatively, the village of Saint Andrea has some great options, with several high-end luxury hotels being established in recent years.

If the snow is good, a stay in one of the alpine huts at the top of the ski resort gives an authentic angle to your ski holiday & first tracks!

Search & book all Plose-Brixen ski accommodation.

Our pick is to stay in the valley at fabulous Bressanone - Brixen. The city is beautiful with all services, some great bars & entertainment plus a magnificent historic centre to explore. Easy bus & train connections go direct from the city to other ski resorts & towns in the region.

For detailed information on the best ski accommodation, see our Where to Stay in Plose-Brixen page.

Activities

Plose is a wonderful holiday location because of its non-ski activity options. These include the 9km long 'Rudi Run' toboggan trail and bountiful winter walking trails.

The city of Bressanone has a range of historic sites in its two 'old towns' to explore and in late December to early January, has a wonderful night market, ice skating and a live sound & light show in the Bishop's Palace.

Nearby Ski Resorts

Near the heart of the Dolomites and not far from Innsbruck, Plose-Brixen is close to number of ski resorts. The largest by a country mile is Val Gardena at Ortisei (30km by car, bus, or train & bus) & the massive Kronplatz (37km by car or train to Brunico).

Review

The Powderhounds reviewed Plose several years ago during a very lean early season, but still managed to have a fantastic time. Since then they have changed the name of the ski hill to Brixen ….. fair enough, but nothing much else has changed, except for a new gondola which we will check out this coming season. Click on the review link in the left column (or top of the page if on a mobile) to read its inciteful prose!

See how Brixen-Plose and the other Dolomites ski resorts compare to the rest of the Italian ski resorts on the Italy ski resort ratings page, or compare to the rest of Europe on the European ski resort ratings page.

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Tours in or near Plose

Safari (Road Trip) Tours

SPECIAL Dolomites Ski Safari
HOSTED SKI SAFARI | DOLOMITES
8 Days | 7 Nights | 6 Ski Days
Ability: Intermediate to Expert
A special ski adventure set amongst the awe inspiring landscape of the Dolomites. Linking 9 ski resorts via groomed slopes by ski, taxi, helicopter & snowmobile, spend 5 nights in mountain rifugi under the guidance of your dedicated host. Join a "fixed date" tour or get your own group together for a custom tour.
Price p/p From price based on fixed date tours during the 2024 season, twin/double-share room.
Base/invoice currency is in EURO incl taxes.
USD 4,176
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CLASSIC Dolomites Ski Safari
HOSTED ON-PISTE SKI SAFARI
8 Days | 7 Nights | 6 Ski Days
Ability: Intermediate to Expert
The very best skiing in the Dolomites linking 6 ski resorts & spending 4 nights in mountain rifugi under the guidance of your dedicated host. Ski the best groomed trails in the Dolomites on this classic ski safari. Join a "fixed date" tour in January or March.
Price p/p From price based on fixed date tours in 2024, twin/double-share room.
Base/invoice currency is in EURO incl taxes.
USD 3,496
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DOLCE TEMPO Dolomites Ski Safari
HOSTED RELAXED PACE SKI SAFARI
8 Days | 7 Nights | 6 Ski Days
Ability: Intermediate to Strong Intermediate
Ski the best of the Dolomites at a relaxed pace, linking 6 ski resorts & spending 4 nights in mountain rifugi under the guidance of your dedicated host. Ski the best groomed trails in the Dolomites on this classic ski safari. Join a "fixed date" tour in January
Price p/p From price based on fixed date tours, twin/double-share room.
Base/invoice currency is in EURO incl taxes.
USD 3,496
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Single-Base, Multi-Ski-Area Tours

Skiare SILVER Packages
MIXED GROUP GUIDED INSTRUCTIONAL PACKAGES
8 Days | 7 Nights | 6 Ski Days
Ability: Beginner to Expert
Make the most of your Dolomites ski holiday, guided by local instructors showing you amazing Dolomiti skiing, sights & restaurants, whilst helping you to improve your skiing. Based in Alta Badia, fixed date packages are based on 7 nights, however can also be fully customised for groups of 4 or more ....
Price p/p From price based on twin/double-share in low season.
Base/invoice currency is in AUD inc taxes.
*Displayed price may vary due to currency fluctuations.
USD 3,504
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Dolomites Powder Skiing Safari
GUIDED POWDER SKI SAFARI | VAL GARDENA
8 Days | 7 Nights | 6 Skiing
Ability: Strong Intermediate to Expert
The ultimate guided Dolomites powder ski safari incorporating lifts & touring to access the best snow & terrain the region has to offer. Experience a night in a classic mountain hut & ski up to 2,000 m vert descents. Join a "fixed date" tour or get your own group of 4+ together for a custom tour.
Price p/p From price based on fixed date 8-day tours, min 6 people, twin/double-share room.
Base/invoice currency is in EURO inc taxes.
*Displayed price may vary due to currency fluctuations.
USD 2,365
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