Skiing In The Julian Alps

    Winter at Villa Rosa

    Skiing in Tarvisio and around Monte Lussari

    Three countries. Multiple ski resorts. One unforgettable winter basecamp.

    Ski three countries

    Five ski areas. Four ski tours. One mountain basecamp.

    Stay in Tarvisio and choose a different mountain every day — from the slopes of Monte Lussari to ski areas across Italy, Austria and Slovenia, plus rewarding ski-touring routes through the Julian Alps.

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    Closest / Family-friendly / Advanced terrainItaly

    Tarvisio – Monte Lussari

    • Approx. 24 km of downhill slopes
    • Approx. 10 lift systems
    • Ski-area altitude approx. 754–1,756 m
    • Extensive artificial snow coverage

    Main access: Tarvisio lifts · Monte Lussari cable car

    Villa Rosa's home ski area combines accessible slopes around Tarvisio with the famous Monte Lussari sector and the long Di Prampero descent.

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    High-altitude / Advanced terrainItaly

    Sella Nevea

    • 10.5 km of alpine ski runs
    • Elevation approx. 1,140–2,133 m (933 m vertical)
    • Artificial snow on much of the ski area
    • Ski school and equipment rental available

    Main access: Sella Nevea Funifor base

    A compact high-altitude ski area beneath Monte Canin, known for dramatic alpine scenery, challenging terrain and reliable high-mountain conditions.

    03
    Family-friendly / Cross-borderSlovenia

    Kranjska Gora

    • 21 ski slopes
    • 5 chairlifts and 8 surface lifts
    • Beginner, intermediate and World Cup terrain
    • Sectors around Kranjska Gora and Podkoren

    Main access: Kranjska Gora central area · Podkoren ski area

    A varied Slovenian ski area offering gentle family slopes, intermediate terrain and the famous Podkoren World Cup sector.

    04
    Family-friendly / PanoramicAustria

    Dreiländereck – Arnoldstein

    • Approx. 15 km of slopes
    • 7 lift systems
    • Practice terrain for beginners
    • Panoramic views across Austria, Italy and Slovenia

    Main access: Dreiländereckbahn valley station

    A relaxed cross-border ski area above Arnoldstein, particularly suitable for families, beginners and leisure skiers.

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    Large ski area / Full-day tripAustria

    Nassfeld

    • Approx. 110 km of slopes
    • Approx. 30 modern lift systems
    • Blue, red and black slopes
    • Snowpark, family areas and mountain restaurants

    Main access: Millennium Express valley station

    The largest ski area in this selection, offering a full day of varied skiing across more than one hundred kilometres of slopes.

    06Winter route
    Monte Lussari / Ski touringModerate

    Monte Santo di Lussari Ski Tour

    Distance: 8.5 km
    Duration: 2:40 h
    Ascent: 922 m

    A rewarding and relatively straightforward ascent to the mountain village of Monte Lussari, followed by a descent toward the valley.

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    07Winter route
    Fusine / Julian Alps ski touringModerate

    Forcella della Lavina

    Distance: 11.9 km
    Duration: 6:05 h
    Ascent: 1,107 m
    Avalanche assessment required

    A classic north-facing Julian Alps ski tour through a broad couloir, often retaining snow into the later part of the season.

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    08Winter route
    Monte Lussari / Cima del CacciatoreDifficult

    Monte Lussari to Cima del Cacciatore

    Distance: 13.8 km
    Duration: 4:07 h
    Ascent: 1,440 m
    Experienced ski tourers only

    A demanding ski-mountaineering route continuing beyond Monte Lussari toward Cima del Cacciatore, with substantial elevation gain and alpine terrain.

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    09Winter route
    Sella Nevea / Prevala cross-borderModerate

    Sella Nevea – Prevala

    Distance: 10.9 km
    Duration: 4:00 h
    Ascent: 1,000 m
    Check lift and uphill-access rules

    A high-altitude cross-border ski tour between Italy and Slovenia, using lift assistance before continuing toward the Prevala and Prestreljenik area.

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    Ski-area information, operating dates, slope access and lift status may change. Always check the official resort website before travelling. Ski tours on Outdooractive

    Ski touring takes place in uncontrolled alpine terrain and may involve avalanche, weather and navigation risks. The information on this website is for inspiration only and must not replace professional knowledge, appropriate equipment, official avalanche reports or local guidance.

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    Why Ski Here

    One of Europe's most underrated ski regions.

    Tarvisio sits at the corner of Italy, Austria and Slovenia. From Villa Rosa, three borders and a constellation of resorts are within easy reach.

    Three countries from one basecamp

    Italy, Austria and Slovenia meet here. Ski a different country every day — without changing hotels.

    Less crowded, more soul

    Skip the lift lines of the famous resorts. Tarvisio still feels like the Alps used to feel.

    Authentic, not polished

    Family-run rifugios, polenta and goulash at lunch, locals on the chairlift. The real thing.

    The Villa Rosa Difference

    Built for ski trips with the people you love.

    • Minutes from the lifts
    • Ski and boot storage
    • Sleeps up to 10 guests
    • Restaurants nearby
    • Easy parking
    • Warm après-ski atmosphere

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