Roller skiing & cross-country skiing track
Enjoy Nordic sports all year round!
The roller skiing and cross-country skiing track in the Villacher Alpen Arena not only offers the opportunity to practice Nordic sports in winter, but also in summer! The roller skiing and cross-country skiing track, located at the entrance to the Dobratsch Nature Park, can be varied in length and elevation profiles as desired. With its various difficulty levels, it allows professional athletes to train their endurance perfectly. Since the roller skiing and cross-country skiing track runs directly past the ski jumping facility of Olympic champions, the Villacher Alpen Arena is the top training choice for Nordic athletes in both summer and winter.
The track is not only suitable for professional athletes, but also for recreational athletes, beginners, and children who can experience the fascination of roller skiing and cross-country skiing. The entrance to the roller skiing and cross-country skiing track is located in the Villacher Alpen Arena directly at the sports house.
Roller skiing track in summer
- Total length of 3.0 kilometers
- Average width of 3.5 meters
- Various levels of difficulty
- Special asphalt with components of rubber granulate
- Illumination (105 light points)
Cross-country skiing track in winter
- Total length of 6.0 kilometers
- 3.0 kilometers of FIS homologated race track
- Snowmaking system
- Illumination (105 light points)
- 2.0 kilometers of natural snow hiking trail
- Recipient of the Loipengütesiegel award from the state of Carinthia.
Trail report
User regulations and code of conduct
for the 'Hans Stattmann' roller ski and cross-country ski trail at the Villacher Alpen Arena
General information:
- Summer opening hours are from 8:30 am to 8:00 pm. Winter opening hours are Monday to Friday from 8:00 am to 7:30 pm, and Saturday and Sunday from 8:00 am to 5:00 pm. Exceptions can be made by arrangement with management.
- The entrance to the roller ski run is located exclusively behind the outrun of the ski jumping facility.
- The entrance to the cross-country ski trail is exclusively at the marked access point next to the Sporthaus.
- Vehicles must be parked in the designated parking area. Parking is free during usage.
- Use of the roller ski and cross-country skiing trail is only permitted with a valid annual, seasonal, weekly, or daily pass. (The passes are non-transferable. Annual and season passes are only valid with a photo.)
- Passes must be carried and presented to inspectors upon request.
- Visitors must follow the instructions of the staff of the Villacher Alpen Arena or their representatives. Failure to comply with regulations may result in exclusion and loss of the pass.
- Littering is prohibited. Waste must be disposed of in the on-site trash cans.
- The Villacher Alpen Arena assumes no liability for accidents or damages. Use of the entire facility is at your own risk.
User regulations:
- The use of the roller ski track is only permitted with ski rollers and inline skates.
- The use of the cross-country ski track is only permitted with cross-country skis.
- The use of the roller ski and cross-country ski track is at your own risk. Liability claims against the operator cannot be asserted. Descents may only be used by persons who are proficient in roller skiing (inline skating) or cross-country skiing. Before using the roller ski and cross-country ski track, users are obliged to inspect the track to recognize the dangers of the track.
- The use of the roller ski and cross-country ski track is only permitted in the marked direction of travel (arrows) clockwise.
- Helmets are mandatory on the roller ski track. For your own safety, it is also recommended to wear appropriate safety equipment.
- As the roller ski and cross-country skiing tracks pass through a forest management area, it is possible for wild animals or vehicles to be present in or near the tracks despite the barriers. Users are expected to be mindful of this and take appropriate precautions.
- During breaks, the cross-country skiing track must be left immediately.
- Dangerous spots, especially turns and downhill sections, must always be cleared as quickly as possible, taking a break is also prohibited next to the track.
- The use of the roller ski and cross-country skiing trail is not permitted outside of operating hours. During the operation of the snow groomer, the roller ski and cross-country skiing trail are closed.
Rules of behaviour:
- Consideration for the other
Every runner must behave in such a way that he/she does not endanger or harm others. - Signalling, running direction and running technique
Markings and signals (signs) must be observed. On the cross-country ski trail and the asphalt piste, you must ski in the direction indicated. - Choice of track and piste
On double and multiple lanes, skiers must ski in the right-hand lane. Cross-country skiers in groups must ski one behind the other in the right-hand lane. In free technique, skiers must ski on the right-hand side of the slope. - Overtaking
Overtaking is allowed on the right or left, depending on the space available. The runner in front does not need to take evasive action. However, he should give way if he can do so safely. - Two-way traffic
In the event of encounters, everyone must give way to the right. The departing runner has priority. - Stick guide
When overtaking, being overtaken and during encounters, the poles must be kept close to the body. - Adjusting the speed to the conditions
Every runner must adapt their speed and behavior to their ability, the terrain conditions, traffic density and visibility, especially on downhill stretches. They must maintain a sufficient safety distance from the runner in front. If necessary, he must drop down to prevent a collision. - Keeping the trails and pistes clear
Anyone who stops must leave the trail/asphalt track. A fallen skier must clear the trail/asphalt track as quickly as possible. - Assistance
Everyone is obliged to provide assistance in the event of accidents. - Compulsory identification
Everyone, whether witness or participant, whether responsible or not, must provide their personal details in the event of an accident.