Skihaus Schöneben Fraiten
Italy, europe
N/A
2.379 m
hard
Year-round
# Skihaus Schöneben Fraiten
Tucked away at 2,105m (6,906ft) in South Tyrol's stunning alpine landscape, this high mountain refuge sits right where Italy, Switzerland, and Austria meet. It's one of those magical border locations that makes you feel like you're on top of the world.
Getting there is half the adventure. The road is paved but don't let that fool you—it's narrow and seriously steep. Weather here is unpredictable, so the route can shut down without warning when snow rolls in. You'll definitely want to check conditions before heading up.
Want to push even higher? A gravel road continues climbing to 2,379m, marking the absolute peak of the ski resort. It's a thrilling drive through some of the Alps' most dramatic terrain, with every hairpin turn revealing another jaw-dropping view. Just make sure you're prepared for the elements—this is serious mountain driving territory.
Where is it?
Skihaus Schöneben Fraiten is located in Italy (europe). Coordinates: 42.4217, 14.0900
Road Details
- Country
- Italy
- Continent
- europe
- Max Elevation
- 2.379 m
- Difficulty
- hard
- Coordinates
- 42.4217, 14.0900
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