A winter holiday in Schenna full of magic and activity

Where winter becomes an experience

Where snow and sun meet, South Tyrol reveals itself at its most beautiful. Here, nature lovers find the tranquillity of snow-covered landscapes, romantics discover the warmth of an intimate walk through a winter wonderland and mountain enthusiasts enjoy the action on a skiing holiday at Meran 2000, accompanied by panoramic views of the Dolomites, the Brenta Group, the Texel Group and the Ortler region.

The cold season

Because being active in winter means far more than just skiing. A winter holiday in Schenna offers a wealth of experiences: snowshoe hikes in the sparkling winter sun in Merano and the surrounding area, cross-country skiing on the high plateau, pirouettes on the ice, ski tours through silent mountain landscapes and exhilarating toboggan runs.

After a day in the fresh mountain air, we invite you to unwind between gentle steam and soothing warmth in our sauna world. In the evening, end the day by gazing into the crackling flames of the fireplace or with a visit to the sea of lights at the Christmas markets in Schenna and Merano.

Ski holiday in the Meran 2000 ski area

Those seeking snow and who long for freedom, wide-open views and broad, perfectly groomed slopes will feel right at home in the Meran 2000 ski area. 40 kilometres of pistes for all abilities, a snow park and South Tyrolean hut delights in 15 inviting mountain lodges await you after just a seven-minute ride on South Tyrol’s largest cable car during your ski holiday at Meran 2000.

For beginners and advanced skiers alike, the Meran 2000 ski school offers group and private lessons. You can conveniently hire your ski equipment from Skiservice Erwin Stricker or Skiservice Sport Max. Bringing your own skis? Then make use of our in-house ski depot with boot dryer at the hotel.

Even more variety in nearby ski areas: Vigiljoch in Lana, the Val Senales Glacier, the Pfelders ski area in the Passeier valley, Schwemmalm in the Ulten valley, and Obereggen in the Dolomites.

Winter variety in the snow paradise of Meran 2000

Anyone who loves the cold season will delight in the many facets of a winter holiday in Schenna. Meran 2000 offers much more than just kilometres of pistes, ensuring everyone finds their very own perfect winter wonderland.

Dreamlike ski tours with a gradual ascent: pure movement amidst untouched nature, almost meditative, until the exhilarating descent. Cross-country skiing enthusiasts enjoy the three-kilometre trail through the snow-covered winter forest, tobogganers race downhill on the three-kilometre natural toboggan run, and those who prefer gliding above the ground on rails experience the mountain panorama on the year-round Alpin Bob.

Winter walking in Merano & surroundings

Not every winter moment needs speed and momentum. Sometimes slow steps over crunching snow and gentle walking trails in the Meran 2000 ski area are all it takes. Snowshoes can be borrowed free of charge from the hotel, and off you go.

Experience wintery Mediterranean Alpine flair on the promenades of the spa town and along the Waalwege in Merano and the surrounding area. An artistic ice-skating rink in the village centre of Schenna is open from mid-November to mid-January, gifting you winter days full of nostalgia and joie de vivre.

Christmas magic between castle walls and a sea of lights

When the magic of Advent settles over the spa town, Merano’s town centre is transformed into a romantic sea of lights. Along the Passer promenade, the traditional wooden chalets of the Meraner Weihnacht welcome visitors.

The traditional Castle advent at Castle Schenna opens its gates on the first two weekends of Advent and creates a truly special festive highlight.

Amid palm trees and winter garden landscapes, LUMAGICA in the gardens of Trauttmansdorff Castle invites you to experience a winter in Merano full of sparkle, colour and imagination. On “Sissi’s Journey Around the World”, you discover artistic light installations that enchant at every turn.

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