Simply aim for the heights! Head up to mountain refuges, summit crosses, the start of the piste. Look across to the chain of mountains on the horizon and down towards the valley. Across the tops of forests and expanses of meadows. Simply follow the call of the Dolomites, hiking, cycling or skiing – tobogganing, cross-country skiing or snowboarding! And take the time once in a while to stop, wonder, and reflect. The mountain pastures and refuges of Obereggen in the Val d'Ega will give you that unique lofty feeling, too! The will of the Latemar to send adventure your way is unflagging. Obereggen is acutely aware of the value and beauty of nature: considerable attention is therefore paid to environmental protection and sustainability. All year round – time and again! Yes, in Obereggen you can really rise above it all.
Things get exciting on the new adventure audio play hikes in the Latemar.ium, which makes the mighty mountain range an experience for pleasure hikers, the athletically ambitious and families thanks to various themed trails. The panorama chairlift Oberholz and the Ochsenweide cable car take you comfortably to the top.Then adventures meet nature experiences.
The Latemar World Heritage Site promises unforgettable adventures and a one-of-a-kind nature experience. In summer 2023, Obereggen's new adventure programme will feature along three different paths the Magical Tales of the Dolomites, the Storm Vaia and thrilling poacher legends. Various installations, booklets, maps, audio games and an app will help children aged 6 to 14 solve difficult puzzles and tasks in analog and digital formats. Here you will find more information: latemar.adventure
Mindful.Latemar is the first immersive Mindfulness trail in the Alps. Mindful.Latemar is located in Obereggen along the circular trail on the Golfrion mountain at the foot of the Dolomites at an altitude of 1872 metres. The trail includes 18 Mindfulness exercises in a special place that is meant to be an example of rebirth and resilience after it was hit by storm Vaia in November 2018. The course was conceived by Wellbeing Psychologist and Mindfulness Instructor Dr Thomas Bernagozzi. Through experiential learning and meditation techniques, it will be possible to learn how to retrain one's attention and create a moment of care and wellbeing for oneself and those around us. The novelty of this project is that it can also be done independently after installing the free app.
Mindful.Latemar can be reached by taking the Ochsenweide cable car from Obereggen. Alternatively, it can be reached by taking the cable car and chairlift from Predazzo to Passo Feudo or by taking the Latemar chairlift from Pampeago and continuing on foot for about an hour along the Latemar.ium trails. www.mindful.latemar.it
Ahead of the 2025/26 winter season, the Latemar Dolomites ski area is set to unveil a significant upgrade: a state-of-the-art 10-passenger cable car will replace the existing 37-year-old Latemar chairlift, which has been in operation since 1988. Manufactured by the renowned company Doppelmayr, the new cable car will span 1,085 metres, connecting the valley station at 1,760 metres with the mountain station at 2,015 metres, with a vertical rise of 255 metres.
With a transport capacity of up to 2,700 passengers per hour and a speed of 5 metres per second, the journey time will be just 4 minutes. This new lift will significantly improve comfort, efficiency and capacity, enhancing the overall experience. It will also improve access to the heart of the ski area, providing a smoother and quicker journey to the top.
For the 2025/26 winter season, the Absam Stube at 1,732 metres is a fully renovated Alpine restaurant offering a modern take on tradition. Located at the base of the Absam-Maierl lift, it’s accessible by lift from Obereggen, and caters to skiers, tobogganists, and winter hikers.
In addition to the new restaurant, the Absam-Maierl chairlift features 6-seater chairs in a fresh Latemar design for increased comfort and safety.
The Absam Stube blends traditional Alpine elements with modern design: black-stained wood, bold checkered patterns, playful touches like snowboard swings, and a vibrant atmosphere. Its panoramic terrace offers stunning views of the Latemar Dolomites, perfect for a relaxing break.
Designed by Felix Pardeller of Herzbluat_architecture, the Absam Stube harmonizes nostalgia with modernity, featuring natural materials, industrial surfaces, and retro-inspired graphics. It’s a lively spot for enjoyment, beauty, and relaxation in the mountains.
The Eggental valley is located in South Tyrol, in the heart of the Dolomites, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Whether by train, bus, car or plane, the Eggental valley can be reached in many different ways.
Coming to South Tyrol by train is both relaxing and environmentally friendly: just sit back, read a book and enjoy the passing landscape – stress-free.
Get on the coach, watch the landscape go by, or take a nap... your holiday will start even before your arrival, as the bus will very often take you right to your accommodation.
You can reach the Eggental valley by car from the A22 Brenner autobahn: from the north, follow Innsbruck-Brennero-Bolzano Nord/Eggental, while from the south follow Verona-Bolzano Nord/Eggental. You can reach the Eggental valley and your accommodation from the Bolzano Nord/Eggental exit in around 20 minutes.
South Tyrol airport is located at Bolzano. The closest airports are Innsbruck to the north, Venice and Verona to the south. Flight connections are extensive and allow travellers to travel independently. South Tyrol is less than two hours by car from Verona and Innsbruck.