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Rasun di Sopra
Trentino-Alto Adige, Italy
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Photo by Harald Schneider , license: CC BY-SA 3.0
Rasun di Sopra is a quiet farming village at the entrance to the Val di Anterselva, a pristine Alpine valley in the heart of South Tyrol. The valley climbs to the famous Antholzer See, a turquoise mountain lake at over 1,600 meters, and hosts one of Europe's top biathlon venues at Anterselva di Sopra. The village itself has kept its authentic South Tyrolean character — old farmhouses with flower-filled balconies, a small Romanesque church, and family-run agriturismo farms producing speck, homemade cheeses, and apple juice. Hiking and cycling trails connect Rasun to the wider Plan de Corones area and the Dolomites. In winter, the valley transforms into a quiet cross-country skiing and snowshoeing destination. The bilingual German-Italian culture, hearty food, and dramatic mountain scenery make it an ideal retreat.
Biathlon World CupAntholzer See lakeAlpine farmhouses
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Things to Do
- •Hike to the Antholzer See — a stunning turquoise alpine lake at 1,641 meters
- •Watch or attend the Biathlon World Cup at the Anterselva-Ruhpolding arena in February
- •Cross-country ski on the groomed trails through the valley in winter
- •Stay at a working agriturismo farm and taste homemade speck and cheeses
- •Cycle the valley road toward Anterselva di Mezzo on a quiet morning
- •Visit the biotope Rasun wetlands for birdwatching near the village
- •Connect to the Plan de Corones ski area, 15 minutes away by car
Nearby Attractions
- Antholzer See — a pristine alpine lake at 1,641 m, surrounded by forest and mountains
- Plan de Corones — one of South Tyrol's most popular ski resorts, with the Messner Mountain Museum at the summit
- San Candido (Innichen) — a beautiful baroque market town in the Puster Valley with a Romanesque collegiate church
- Dobbiaco (Toblach) — a charming resort town at the entrance to the Tre Cime natural park
- Brunico (Bruneck) — the main market town of the Puster Valley with a medieval castle and excellent local shops
Monthly Weather
January
-1°/-9°
Least crowded
55mm
Cold and snowy; excellent for cross-country skiing and snowshoeing.
Cold and snowy; excellent cross-country skiing and snowshoe trails.
February
1°/-8°
Least crowded
45mm
Cold with heavy snow; the Biathlon World Cup is held in February.
Biathlon World Cup month — a unique spectacle in an alpine setting.
March
6°/-4°
40mm
Still cold; snow lingers in the valley, quieter after biathlon season.
Snow still present; quieter after the biathlon season.
April
11°/1°
50mm
Mild spring; snow melting, valley slowly waking up.
Spring thaw; not ideal for hiking but peaceful and local.
May
15°/4°
70mm
Fresh and green; hiking trails beginning to open.
Valley waking up; trails begin to open and farms become active.
June
19°/8°
Best weather
90mm
Warm and lush; alpine meadows in full bloom.
Beautiful alpine summer begins; hiking and cycling in perfect conditions.
July
22°/11°
Best weather
95mm
Warm summer; best month for hiking and the lake.
The best month for swimming at Antholzer See and mountain hiking.
August
22°/11°
Best weather
90mm
Warm with afternoon thunderstorms; mountain at its most beautiful.
Warm and scenic; afternoon thunderstorms are common but pass quickly.
September
17°/6°
70mm
Mild and clear; fewer visitors, excellent hiking conditions.
Quieter than summer; ideal hiking conditions with clear skies.
October
11°/2°
55mm
Cool autumn; forests turning gold and red.
Autumn colors in the forests; cool and calm.
November
4°/-3°
Least crowded
50mm
Cold and quiet; transition to winter.
Quiet transition month; first snowfalls possible.
December
0°/-7°
60mm
Cold and snowy; festive alpine atmosphere.
Winter settles in; cozy farmhouse stays and cross-country skiing.
Best weatherLeast crowded