Our Classic XC course based in the Zillertal Valley
Thermal Course and 'lite' XC course in afternoon to Ahorn Spitz
XC Course in Bassano del Grappa, mix of mountains and flatland flying
Probably the most impressive accessible terrain in the World

val di fassa area - the main dolomites

campitello village & the surrounding area

Since 2001 I have always tried to spend at least a few days in the Dolomites each year, mainly over the mellower Autumn months. As it's only a 2.5hr drive away from my home town of Mayrhofen.

This place is one of THE most impressive places to fly on Planet Earth, when the continental plates collided 100's of millions of year ago this area was brougt up from beneath the sea bed. The well known rock formations are mainly limestone and this area is a famous climbing area.

The whole place looks like a martian landscape. Unlike anything around the Alps exists like it.

The area has very different rock formations to most other flying areas, mainly granite in the main Alps. Looking very similar to 'The Grand Canyon'. The mountains have a dusty red/grey layered tinge to them.

Over the spring/summer months conditions are only for the brave. The valley winds earlier in the season are uncomfortably strong and the thermals likewise.

There are many main rock formations around the North end of the Val di Fassa. Over the years it's been my pleasure to explore further and further around this fascinating place.

Check out some videos on our Austrian Arena TV channel plus our gallery to get more of an understanding about this unique place.


around campitello - food & drink

Breakfast is served from 7.30 - 9.30am, it's the usual continental cereal, cheese & meats, toast/bread/cakes with juice, tea & coffee. The hotel has a al-a-carte menu as well as their 3 course special.

We often use the pizzeria down the road at night for a change of the hotel restaurant. I actually prefer it as the choice is wider.

There is arestaurant & toilet on launches.

A good value 3-course evening meal can be had at the hotel, pre-booked at breakfast.


price & course OVerview

Zillertal Courses, Austria

Zillertal XC 525€
Thermal & Ahorn XC 525€

Bassano del Grappa, Italy

Bassano XC 625€

Canazei, Dolomites, Italy

Dolomites XC Tour 695€

Up to 15% discount offer - click here.

Maps & routes

Dolomites turnpoint Map