The new Monte Cavallo cable car is above the city of Vipiteno which is 50 kilometres from Bolzano in Italy's northern Trentino-South Tyrol region.
The cable car starts just outside Vipiteno
From Vipiteno skiers can use the new cable car ski lift that starts directly from the northern outskirts of the city, passes over the Brenner motorway and takes passengers to the heart of the ski area, at 1862 metres. At this high altitude there is a choice of snow-covered trails for a total of about 10 kilometres and there are many refuges where one can enjoy a break while savouring traditional South Tyrolean dishes. 
photo credits: Harald Wisthaler
Over 20 kilometres of ski slopes
The ski area of Monte Cavallo is compact with 10 tracks that are always perfectly covered with snow over 20 kilometres of slopes suitable for both expert skiers and beginners. There is also no shortage of areas for young skiers who can learn the basics at the well-equipped Kinderland where they will also be able to enjoy various games on the snow. 
Italy’s record-breaking toboggan run
There is not a resort in South Tyrol that does not have a toboggan run, and the Monte Cavallo run is record-breaking, as it is the longest snow-covered and floodlit toboggan run in Italy. The track covers 10 kilometres with an altitude difference of 900 metres, from the top station of the Monte Cavallo cable car, at an altitude of 1860 metres, down to the valley floor. Almost all through the forest, the track is also accessible at night every Friday, with the lift opening from 6pm to 10pm, while the track remains lit until midnight.
For information: www.vipiteno.com
