All about safety in the Dolomites

Rules for safety on the slopes

1. Mandatory helmets

Starting in the 2025/2026 winter season, when on our slopes doing winter sports like skiing, snowboarding, telemark, freestyle, or tobogganing, everyone has to wear a helmet, regardless of age.

2. Mandatory third-party liability insurance

As of 1 January 2022, everyone using ski resorts in Italy must have valid third-party liability insurance cover. Common liability insurance that families often have also cover winter sports, but we recommend checking your coverage with your insurance provider. Mandatory insurance coverage is not included with your ski pass. You can take out cover online for individual days.

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3. Alcohol ban on the slopes

As of 1 January 2022, ski slopes in Italy are subject to the same rules as road traffic. The blood alcohol level threshold for skiers is 0.5 per mille. Skiing while under the influence of drugs is also prohibited.

THE ITALIAN SKI FEDERATION’S 10 SAFETY RULES

All skiers and snowboarders must not act in a way that endangers or causes damage to others.

All skiers and snowboarders must ensure their speed and way of skiing/snowboarding is appropriate for their level of skill and the ground, snow, and weather conditions as well as how busy the slope is.

Skiers and snowboarders in front of you take priority. If you’re coming up behind someone you must keep a safe distance from the person in front.

You can overtake on the left or the right, but you must keep a safe distance which leaves enough room for any deliberate or accidental manoeuvres done by the person you are overtaking.

All skiers and snowboarders crossing a slope or training area must ensure they can do so without endangering themselves and others. They must also do so before stopping.

Skiers and snowboarders must not stop on the middle of the slope or in narrow or hidden areas.

All skiers and snowboarders walking to the top of a slope must stick to the edges of the slope.

All skiers and snowboarders must obey signage and markings on the slopes.

Everyone must help should an accident take place. We all have a moral obligation to help others.

All skiers and snowboarders involved in an accident on the slope, either as a witness or party involved in the accident, whether responsible for the accident or not, must provide their personal information.

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Safety in the summer

Safety in the mountains

The Dolomites are a paradise for hikers and cyclists. If you’re well prepared you can ensure your day in nature is a brilliant experience.

Things to consider:

  1. Plan your excursion carefully, even if going up by lift: always check the path conditions, distances, and weather forecast before heading out!
  2. Right equipment: take proper shoes, weatherproof clothing, and protection against the sun and the rain.
  3. Stock up: don’t forget to pack enough water and energy-rich snacks.
  4. Stay on track: maps, GPS, hiking and cycling apps can all help you make sure you know where you are. Don’t wander off the marked routes!
  5. Be realistic: prefer shorter stages so you don’t tire yourself out.
  6. Don’t ignore warnings: blocked paths must not be used.
  7. Keep an eye on the time: start early so you avoid afternoon storms and have time for breaks. If you plan to take a lift back down, double check what time it stops running.

And last but not least, respect nature. Don’t leave any rubbish behind and be considerate of the plants and animals around you.

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