Col Raiser

At the mountain station of the Col Raiser cable car, a panoramic view of the surrounding Dolomite peaks awaits you that puts cinematic experiences to shame. Here, at an altitude of 2,100 metres, you are directly below the clouds. Deep breaths fill your lungs with clear mountain air and the stunning views give you fresh energy before you explore the hiking area in the Puez-Geisler Nature Park or get involved in the hustle and bustle on the ski slopes of the ski area in winter. Recharge your batteries in one of the cosy huts on Col Raiser or set off directly on a tour that takes you through green forests, across blooming alpine pastures and to magical viewpoints.

The Col Raiser ski area offers winter sports enthusiasts ideal conditions for a wide range of activities on the slopes. If you stay at the Almhotel Col Raiser, you can enjoy a ski-in ski-out hotel with direct access to the ski area. Would you like to experience one of the most beautiful ski tours in the region and get to know some of the most exciting slopes in the Val Gardena ski area? Then join the Val Gardena ski circuit at Col Raiser. From Col Raiser, you also have direct access to the Seceda ski area, the popular Sellaronda and the slopes of the Dolomiti Superski network, for which you only need a single ski pass. Slopes 6 and 7 of the Legendary 8 are located very close to Col Raiser.

The Col Raiser mountain station is the perfect starting point for hikes in one of Val Gardena's most beautiful hiking areas. Directly behind the mountain station is an information board with plenty of ideas for hikes of varying length and difficulty. Start from Col Raiser in the direction of the Rifugio Firenze, hike to Seceda, Mountain Pic or Sass Rigais, or put together your own tour. The climb to Sass Rigais, which you can reach via a challenging via ferrata, is a very special experience.

The Col Raiser cable car is a modern mountain railway that takes you from the northeastern outskirts of Santa Cristina in Val Gardena to the Col Raiser mountain station in just a few minutes. Here you can enjoy a short break on the panoramic terrace of the Almhotel before exploring the picturesque hiking area. There is a large car park at the valley station of the cable car where you can easily park your car.

Opening hours

• Summer: end of May to the beginning of November
• Winter: beginning of December to the beginning of April

Ticket prices

• Adults: 19 € / 28 € (single ride / ascent & descent)
• Children (6-13 years): 13 € / 17 €
• Alpine Club: 18 € / 26 €
• Dogs: 5 €

Col Raiser is located in the centre of one of the most beautiful hiking and skiing areas in Val Gardena. The Almhotel Col Raiser is located at the top station of the Col Raiser mountain railway and also operates a mountain restaurant where mountaineers, hikers and skiers can stop for refreshments. The Odles Hut, which is located directly behind the Almhotel Col Raiser, offers simple, traditional South Tyrolean cuisine with fresh ingredients from its own farm and is a great place to visit, especially for families with children.

Nearby huts

In the immediate vicinity of the Col Raiser mountain station are the cosy Ciaulonch Hut, the popular Gamsblut Hut built in 1967, the Neidia Hut, famous for its views, and the Cuca Hut, where guests are welcomed not only with delicious food but also with rousing disco music.

Huts in the surrounding area

There are numerous other huts around Col Raiser that are popular in both summer and winter and welcome their guests with regional specialities. The Fermeda Hut, the Rifugio Firenze, the Lech Sant Refuge, the Sofie Hut and the Troier Hut are all easily accessible from Col Raiser.

An overnight stay on Col Raiser is ideal for anyone who wants to be among the first to set off on the slopes and hiking trails around Val Gardena. The Almhotel Col Raiser offers the ideal ambience for setting off on mountain activities after a restful night. Alternative accommodation can be found at the Fermeda Hut on the Seceda alp or at the Rifugio Firenze, which can only be reached on foot (and is only open in summer).

The webcams on Col Raiser allow you to view the surrounding Dolomite peaks from the comfort of your own home. Enjoy the view and look forward to your next stay in one of the most beautiful holiday areas in the UNESCO-protected Dolomites.

Santa Cristina, on the north-eastern edge of which is the valley station of the Col Raiser mountain railway, is one of the three villages in Val Gardena. The sun-kissed village, which is home to around 2,000 people, is a popular holiday destination with a premium location at the foot of the Sassolungo. Santa Cristina is famous for its lively club life. At numerous festivals with parades, you have the opportunity to experience the traditions of Val Gardena, which are still alive today.