Skijoring
There are numerous skijoring races in South Tyrol, where brave skiers are pulled across the snow by Haflinger horses in a race. Whether during the day or at night, these fast-paced sporting events are not just for horse lovers.
In skijoring or skikjøring, a skier is pulled on a rope by a horse, sled dogs or a motorised vehicle. "Kjøring" means "driving sport" in Norwegian.
Haflinger horses as sports stars
In South Tyrol, skijoring with Haflinger horses is particularly popular. Thanks to their sure-footedness and strong nerves, this breed of horse from South Tyrol is perfectly suited to this winter sport When the Haflinger's golden winter coat shines in the sun, their hooves scrape impatiently in the glistening snow and little clouds of steam rise from their nostrils, the action is about to start and the excitement in the audience rises too.
Exciting races
In this winter sport, spectators are fascinated by the interaction between humans and animals and the speed at which two and four-legged friends race together through the snow-covered South Tyrolean mountain landscape. Many winter sports regions in South Tyrol organize skijoring races, sometimes combined with horse-drawn sleigh races. A particular highlight is the annual night skijoring race in the Meran 2000 ski area.
Winter sports
Selected accommodations in South Tyrol
- Family-friendly hotel
- Spacious suites, many with whirlpool bath
- Childcare and play areas
- Spa for young and old
- Close to the Kronplatz ski & hiking area
- Appartments in a quiet location
- Equipped with all modern comforts & balcony
- Views of the Rieserferner-Ahrn Nature Park
- Ski depot, laundry & covered parking
- Winter & summer activities to suit all tastes
- Flats in a beautiful location above Brixen
- Panoramic view
- Indoor wellness area with sauna and relaxation zone
- Possibility of using the swimming pool at the nearby Hotel Torgglerhof
- Garden with sun loungers and children's playground
- Elegant and cosy atmosphere
- Only a few km from the Kronplatz ski lifts
- Traditional cuisine
- Spacious rooms and suites
- Swimming pool, whirlpool and saunas