{"id":8278,"date":"2024-07-16T01:00:00","date_gmt":"2024-07-15T23:00:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.snowtrex.co.uk\/magazine\/?p=8278"},"modified":"2025-10-30T13:12:50","modified_gmt":"2025-10-30T12:12:50","slug":"alps-toboggan-run","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.snowtrex.co.uk\/magazine\/top-10\/alps-toboggan-run\/","title":{"rendered":"Tobogganing in the Alps: The best toboggan runs for sledging"},"content":{"rendered":"

Tobogganing means rushing out with a shouldered sledge when the first snow falls and racing down adventurous slopes. For children, it is an incomparable experience, but even as an adult it is a lot of fun to be on the move on the wooden sledges. For those for whom the local fields and hills are not enough, there are official toboggan runs in the Alps that are well maintained and prepared and are also often several kilometres long. SnowTrex<\/a> presents the 10 best toboggan runs in the Alps.<\/strong><\/p>\n

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\n The best toboggan runs in the Alps at a glance:<\/span><\/a>Safety first<\/span><\/a>Tobogganing in Grindelwald\/Switzerland<\/span><\/a>Tobogganing in Neukirchen am Gro\u00dfvenediger\/Austria<\/span><\/a>Tobogganing in Sterzing\/Italy<\/span><\/a>Tobogganing in Brixen Plose\/Italy<\/span><\/a>Tobogganing in Neustift\/Austria<\/span><\/a>Tobogganing in Rottach-Egern\/Germany<\/span><\/a>Tobogganing in Berg\u00fcn\/Switzerland<\/span><\/a>Tobogganing in Val Thorens\/France<\/span><\/a>Tobogganing in St. Moritz\/Switzerland<\/span><\/a>Tobogganing in Ramsau\/Germany<\/span><\/a>FAQs on the most popular toboggan runs<\/span><\/a>\n <\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n
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The best toboggan runs in the Alps at a glance:<\/h2>\n\n\n\n\n\t\n\n\t\n\t\n\t\n\t\n\t\n\t\n\t\n\t\n\t\n\t
Toboggan run's name<\/strong><\/th>Location<\/strong><\/th>Country<\/strong><\/th>Length<\/strong><\/th>\n<\/tr>\n<\/thead>\n
RudiRun<\/td>Brixen Plose<\/td>Italy<\/td>9 km<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Rodelbahn Wallberg<\/td>Rottach-Egern<\/td>Germany<\/td>6,5 km<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Rodelbahn Rosskopf<\/td>Sterzing<\/td>Italy<\/td>10 km<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Rodelbahn Bramberg<\/td>Neukirchen am Gro\u00dfvenediger<\/td>Austria<\/td>14 km<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Rodelbahn Berg\u00fcn<\/td>Berg\u00fcn<\/td>Switzerland<\/td>6 km<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Muottas Muragl<\/td>St. Moritz<\/td>Switzerland<\/td>4,2 km<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Hirscheckblitz<\/td>Ramsau<\/td>Germany<\/td>2,6 km<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Elfer-Rodelbahn & Pinnis-Rodelbahn<\/td>Neustift<\/td>Austria<\/td>8 km<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
COSMOJET<\/td>Val Thorens<\/td>France<\/td>6 km<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Big Pintenfritz<\/td>Grindelwald<\/td>Switzerland<\/td>15 km<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n\n

Safety first<\/h2>\n

Whether in Germany, Austria, Italy, France or Switzerland – the choice of toboggan runs is almost as extensive as the offer for skiers and snowboarders. And just like the adventure on skis or a snowboard, everyone who wants to enjoy tobogganing should give a thought or two to the right and safe equipment.<\/p>\n

Some may think they are “overdressed” if they wear a helmet or ski goggles, but these are exactly the utensils that should not be missing on a tobogganing trip. After all, you can easily reach 40 to 50 km\/h on a toboggan run. Once the helmet is on your head and your shoes are firmly laced, you’re ready to go. Well then, have a good trip.<\/p>\n

Tobogganing in Grindelwald\/Switzerland<\/h2>\n

Length: 15 km<\/h3>\n

Grindelwald<\/a> is home to the longest toboggan run in the Alps, with a length of 15 km and 1,600 metres in altitude. In addition to a lot of powder snow and tobogganing fun, the track offers a special highlight: the view of the spectacular peaks of the Eiger, M\u00f6nch and Jungfrau.<\/p>\n

On the toboggan run, it should be noted that the gondola lift only takes toboggan fans to the first possible starting point, the First. Anyone who really wants to enjoy the entire route of the “Big Pintenfritz” has to take an approx. 2.5-hour hike from the First to the 2,686 m high Faulhorn. However, anyone who takes on the walk will be rewarded with even more tobogganing and a unique view.<\/p>\n

Incidentally, the name “Big Pintenfritz” comes from a Grindelwald resident. The toboggan run was named after the local landlord Fritz Bohren, who ran the “Pinte” in the Hotel Bellevue as well as the Berghotel Faulhorn in Grindelwald.<\/p>\n

Tobogganing in Neukirchen am Gro\u00dfvenediger\/Austria<\/h2>\n

Length: 14 km<\/h3>\n

According to its own information, the Bramberg toboggan run from Neukirchen<\/a> is the longest illuminated toboggan run in the world. It starts at 2,100 m and boasts a length of 14 km and 1,300 metres in altitude. To reach the run, winter enthusiasts can take the Smaragdbahn gondola lift in Bramberg and ride comfortably to the Bramberg mountain station. Those who come to the ski area with the Wildkogelbahn from Neukirchen can also reach the longest illuminated toboggan run after only about 10 minutes on foot. Then it’s about 40 minutes down the illuminated and adventurous descent at speeds of up to 50 km\/h. In addition, the ADAC certifies that the toboggan run has good signposting and an even gradient.<\/p>\n

The toboggan run is located in the Austrian skiing area Wildkogel-Arena<\/a>. Here, fans of fast downhill runs can expect 75 varied kilometres of slopes in addition to other toboggan runs.<\/p>\n

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Tobogganing in Sterzing\/Italy<\/h2>\n

Length: 10 km<\/h3>\n

Italy also makes it onto the podium of the longest toboggan runs in the Alps with the Rosskopf<\/a> toboggan run. The Italian tobogganing highlight is located in the Rosskopf ski area in Sterzing. The ski resort of Sterzing<\/a> and also the toboggan run welcome families with children as well as groups of friends with open arms. The 10 km long toboggan run at the Rosskopf leisure mountain opens not only during the day, but also at late hours. This gives brave tobogganing fans the opportunity to experience unforgettable moments in the winter paradise. In addition, the toboggan run was voted the international ADAC test winner run in 2011 and was named the best toboggan run in Germany.<\/p>\n

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The 10 km long Rosskopf toboggan run is located in the ski area of the same name.<\/div>\n <\/div > \n

The Rosskopf ski area in Sterzing stretches over the Rosskopf at altitudes between 948 m and 2,120 m, offering 20 varied kilometres of pistes and a wonderful panoramic view all the way to the Dolomites. It is only a few minutes’ walk from the historic town centre of Sterzing, which is one of the most beautiful small towns in Italy and impresses with its unique blend of tradition and modernity.<\/p>\n

Tobogganing in Brixen Plose\/Italy<\/h2>\n

Length: 9 km<\/h3>\n

The RudiRun toboggan run is the tobogganing highlight in Bressanone<\/a>, Italy. The route has a convincing length of 9 km and is divided into two parts. This means that toboggan fans have a choice after the upper leisurely section: either they go straight back up the track to sledge down the section again straight away, or they go down another 5 km towards the valley. No matter which variant action fans choose, they will enjoy a breathtaking panoramic view of the Stubai Alps and have a lot of fun.<\/p>\n

The RudiRun is also located in the middle of the Gitschberg Jochtal-Brixen ski area<\/a>, so winter fans can enjoy cross-country skiing, winter hiking and of course skiing in addition to tobogganing. The ski area provides its guests with 98 kilometres of slopes at altitudes of up to 2,510 m.<\/p>\n

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The RudiRun is divided into two parts so that snow lovers can experience even more tobogganing fun.<\/div>\n <\/div > \n

Tobogganing in Neustift\/Austria<\/h2>\n

Length: 8 km<\/h3>\n

A true stronghold of tobogganing is the Elfer near Neustift<\/a> in the Austrian Stubaital. The 2,505 m high mountain offers brave action junkies two toboggan runs of around 8 km in length. Both toboggan runs start at the mountain station, one leading to the centre of Neustift and the other through the Pinnistal valley to Neder. The starting points of the toboggan runs can be reached with the Elfer panorama cable car and offer a fun toboggan run in addition to breathtaking views. On the Pinnis toboggan run, it is also worthwhile to stop off at the Issenanger Alm or at the Herzebner Almwirt. Here, snow lovers can relax for a while and recharge their batteries for the rest of the route. If all this still doesn’t convince you, you should know that the two toboggan runs also open in the evening. The Elfer toboggan run is then illuminated by floodlights, while the Pinnis toboggan run shows night owls the way with romantic lantern lights in the form of orientation lamps.<\/p>\n

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The toboggan runs are located in the Stubai Glacier skiing area<\/a>, which, in addition to the toboggan runs, also impresses with its ski slopes and cross-country skiing trails. The skiing area is located at altitudes of up to 3,212 m and offers skiing and snowboarding enthusiasts a whole 42 kilometres of slopes. For cross-country skiing fans, the ski area also offers around 62 kilometres of groomed trails throughout the Stubaital. A highlight is the 40 km long valley trail, which convinces with varied and perfectly groomed sections.<\/p>\n

Tobogganing in Rottach-Egern\/Germany<\/h2>\n

Length: 6.5 km<\/h3>\n

The longest toboggan run in Germany is called “Rodelbahn Wallberg” and is 6.5 km long. It is located on the Wallberg near Rottach-Egern and offers a wonderful view of Lake Tegern and the Alps. You can get to the start of the toboggan run quickly and comfortably with the Wallbergbahn. From the top of the mountain, action fans then descend 825 metres in altitude to the valley in around 30 minutes.<\/p>\n

Please note that, for safety reasons, small children are not allowed on the longest German toboggan run. However, even the smallest winter dwarves can experience snow fun and a unique view at the top of the Wallberg. The panorama restaurant with its 270-degree window front is perfect for this.<\/p>\n

In addition to tobogganing action, a great ski route also awaits on the Wallberg, although this is reserved for experienced off-piste skiers only. The ski route is part of the Spitzingsee-Tegernsee ski area. This impresses with 20 kilometres of pistes and a maximum altitude of 1,580 m.<\/p>\n

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The Wallberg toboggan run impresses with a fantastic view of Lake Tegernsee.<\/div>\n <\/div > \n

Tobogganing in Berg\u00fcn\/Switzerland<\/h2>\n

Length: 6 km<\/h3>\n

In Swiss ski resorts, in addition to the longest toboggan run in the Alps, there are many other long and short, slow and fast as well as action-packed and relaxed toboggan runs. Berg\u00fcn has a toboggan run that manages to combine slow and fast sections as well as action and relaxation. The journey to the start of the toboggan run takes place on the Rhaetian Railway and brings with it a view of breathtaking viaducts and the fantastic surrounding mountains. The Berg\u00fcn toboggan run itself is 6 km long and is prepared twice a day for tobogganing enthusiasts. It is characterised by the alternation of long straights and sporty curves and has a speed measuring system at the end.<\/p>\n

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The picturesque toboggan run is illuminated at late hours so that nocturnal winter enthusiasts can experience tobogganing fun. The toboggan run thus creates unique experiences and adventures for everyone by day and by night.<\/p>\n

Berg\u00fcn is only about 30 km away from the winter paradise of St. Moritz<\/a> in the middle of the Engadin ski area<\/a>. The sun-drenched ski area shines with 325 kilometres of pistes at altitudes of up to 3,303 m and many other winter sports activities.<\/p>\n

Tobogganing in Val Thorens\/France<\/h2>\n

Length: 6 km<\/h3>\n

While Switzerland takes the title for the longest toboggan run in the Alps, France can boast the title for the highest toboggan run in the Alps.<\/p>\n

The tobogganing highlight can be found in Val Thorens<\/a>, the highest ski resort in Europe. At around 3,000 m, the start of the COSMOJET toboggan run is at the top station of the P\u00e9clet cable car, which takes brave toboggan fans to the COSMOJET. After enjoying the view, the 6 km and 700 m long run takes you back down to the valley. The COSMOJET is a converted hiking trail covered with the finest natural powder and guarantees snow-sure skiing fun.<\/p>\n

This video shows why winter sports enthusiasts should not miss the fantastic toboggan run in France:<\/p>\n

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