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Test report Scuol/Motta Naluns
Skiresort.info Test of the ski resort Scuol/Motta Naluns
Total result: 4.1 out of 5 stars
Test Scuol/Motta Naluns
The review Scuol/Motta Naluns was created by Skiresort.info, the world’s largest test portal for ski resorts.
Test result: 4.1 out of 5 stars
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In detail: Test report for ski resort Scuol/Motta Naluns
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The Scuol/Motta Naluns ski resort is one of the largest in the Engadine area.
Runs/slopes
Altitude difference
1535 m (Valley 1250 m - Mountain 2785 m )
Lifts/ cable cars
11
Number of lifts to get from one end of the ski resort to the other
→ 4 ← 2
Number of lifts to get from one end of the ski resort to the other
→ 4 ← 2
The Scuol ski resort offers a large variety of slopes. Everything is offered from easy to wide carving slopes to really difficult slopes at Mot da Ri. The majority of slopes are located on wide, tree-free mountainsides. The valley runs to Ftan and Scuol lead through a forested area. The 10 km long Traum slope to Sent is very interesting, but it does require a ride back to Scuol with the ski bus. The offering is complimented with a 3.5 km long airboard slope from Prui to Ftan.
Runs/slopes
Total 80 km
Easy
37 km
(46 %)Intermediate
30 km
(38 %)Difficult
13 km
(16 %)
Longest run
10 km
Run location
above tree line, under tree line
Worth knowing
- Valley run available
- Public race course with time measurement
After the construction of the 8 person gondola lift Scuol-Motta Naluns in the summer of 2009, the Motta Naluns Scuol-Ftan-Sent AG replaced the Ftan feeder lift in the summer of 2010. The 4 person chair lift with weather protectors replaces the old 2 person chair lift. Thanks to the new lift introduction, the mountain station is now located directly underneath the Prui mountain restaurants which enables a direct connection to the t-bars in Prui. There are other modern chair lifts as well as t-bars in the ski resort. In the children's/beginner's area Nalunsin, there is a covered people mover.
Number of ski lifts
11
Total capacity
17800 Passengers / hour
Length of all lifts
16.0 km Total
Lifts and cable cars
1
5
5
Additional
3
Due to the high altitude and the snow-making capabilities, the ski resort is very snow secure.
Worth knowing
- Artificial snow-making
136 Snow canons
38 % of the slopes have snow-making capabilities
- The valley run is often open.
Season 2008/2009
130 Days open
130 Days when valley run open
130 Days when valley run open
Season 2009/2010
120 Days open
111 Days when valley run open
111 Days when valley run open
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The slope preparation is excellent.
The ski resort has modern snow-making machines and even the world's largest slope groomer - the BEAST- in the fleet.
Tip: By new snow, an optimal slope prepartion is not always possible, even with a large effort. In addition, the new snow can not combine with the snow lying underneath and moguls are created quickly. For safety reasons, usually no slope preparation is possible during operating times.
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Further evaluation criteria
From the Reschen expressway exit in Austria, the street twists about 60 km to Scuol. There is a charge for using the parking lots in Scuol and Ftan.
Access via A12 Inntal-Autobahn, Ausfahrt Reschen
- Motta Naluns Bahn (Scuol), Ideal entry for day visitors
Distance: 60 km · approx. 53 Minutes driving time
Roads: Main street, Mountain road, well-developed
Parking spaces: usually enough available, Tarred parking lot, for a fee
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Trail map and overview maps:
The trail map depicts the ski resort very well and includes all altitude levels. All lifts, slopes as well as facilities such as the snow park, children's area, tobogganing run/airboard slope, and restaurants are shown and are easy to recognize. The only thing which chould be added is if the chair lifts have bubbles or not.
The trail map depicts the ski resort very well and includes all altitude levels. All lifts, slopes as well as facilities such as the snow park, children's area, tobogganing run/airboard slope, and restaurants are shown and are easy to recognize. The only thing which chould be added is if the chair lifts have bubbles or not.
Information boards and sign-postings on the slopes:
The sign-postings on the slopes are very good and it is easy to find your way. Four panorama boards in the resort, ski resort news ticker and a slope guidance system make orientation easier. All slopes are marked on both sides so that even in bad weather it is clear to see where the slope continues.
The sign-postings on the slopes are very good and it is easy to find your way. Four panorama boards in the resort, ski resort news ticker and a slope guidance system make orientation easier. All slopes are marked on both sides so that even in bad weather it is clear to see where the slope continues.
High value is placed on cleanliness. The restrooms in the new lifts are tip top. In general, the ski resort makes a very clean impression. The lift stations are smoke-free.
As the train station of the Rhaetian Railway is located directly next to the valley station, arrival with public transportation is recommended. The free ski bus service to all villages also ensures mobility for guests without cars. In addition, the slope grooming machines have particulate filters and are operated using bio oil. Fauna conservation areas are marked.
Public transportation/ on-site mobility
- Train connection
Scuol train station (Rhaetian Railway): direct, ground level access from the train station to the valley station of the gondola lift. - Comprehensive ski bus network
- Scheduled busses
- Free ski bus (Scuol, Tarasp-Vulpera, Sent and Ftan)
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The employees are friendly, but they could be even more helpful to guests.
There are rustic and good mountain restaurants with quality cuisine at all main points in the ski resort and on the valley runs.
8 Mountain restaurants & Ski huts
Gastronomy tip
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La Motta
At the Motta Naluns mountain station
La Motta offers traditional regional cuisine and when the weather is nice, there is a sun terrace with a grill. The meals are accompanied by fine wines.l
Mountain hut tip
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Bergrestaurant Alpetta
Valley station of the Jonvrai chair lifts
Typical mountain restaurant with menus, à la carte and large Sternenbar (star bar) on the sun terrace
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Prümaran Prui
At the mountain station of the four person Ftan-Prui chair lift at 2060m.
Cozy hut with service and a large sun terrace complete with furs to keep guests warm. Engadine specialties are served.
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There are cozy bars at the valley stations where the ski day can be celebrated.
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Mar-Motta
Near the Scuol valley station
Après ski bar with a good atmosphere, cool drinks and party sound
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La Palma Bar
At the Nalun chair lift
Palm feeling at 2,400 metres above sea level? Yes, it's possible! In La Palma with cool sounds, hot drinks and cozy lounge chairs.
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In Ftan, Scuol and Sent, you can stay relatively close to the slopes, whereby the hotel offering is mainly limited to the village of Scuol. In Scuol, there is the Chasa Alpina group accommodation located directly at the valley station, a youth hostel directly underneath the valley station, and the Bellaval and Altana hotels in the immediate area of the valley station.
Ski-in/Ski-out
There are some accommodations with direct access to the slopes and to lifts (Ski-in/Ski-out)
Towns/villages
- Ftan
Distance to ski resort fewer than 0.5 km - Scuol
Distance to ski resort fewer than 1 km
Guest beds 3610 - Sent
Distance to ski resort 5-10 km
Note: For the evaluation, only the accommodations which are located directly on the slopes and lifts, or have very easy access to the ski resort have been considered.
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Evaluation criteria for special interests
The family-friendly ski resort, Scuol/Motta Naluns offers a large children's area as well as a daycare centre.
Information for families and children
- Kid's Land/ separated area for children
- Merry-go-round
- Wave ride for children
- People mover
- Children's lifts
- Beginner's lifts near the valley
- Beginner's lifts in ski resort directly at the feeder lift
- Child friendly access to lifts
- Ski kindergarten
- Ski school for children
- Child care
- Nursery
Special tips for children
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Nalunsin children's area
The large and sunny children's and beginner's area is located directly next to the mountain station of the feeder lift from Scuol (Motta Naluns). It offers three magic carpets, whereby one is covered (110m), as well as character slopes and tunnels.
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Nalunsin daycare
The daycare facility is open daily and there is no age limitation. It is located directly next to the mountain station of the Scuol gondola (Motta Naluns). The caregivers are very friendly and motivated and the parents can relax and enjoy the slopes. There are beds for naps and a bright play room. Small children can also be taken care of during lunch (fees in 2011: CHF 8,-/hour, CHF 40,- per day, CHF 10,- lunch)
In the large and sunny beginner's /children's area Nalunsin located directly at the mountain station of the Scuol gondola lift, beginners can get an ideal start to skiing on the three people movers (one is covered -100m). The Rachoegna valley lift in Scuol is also very well-suited and is open on every Wed, Sat and Sun from 13.15 – 16.00 (children born after 1995 are free). Almost every part of the ski resort can be accessed via easy slopes, but there is no easy valley run to Scuol. Beginners can take the gondola comfortably back down to the valley.
Information for beginners
- Easy and manageable slope offering, which is easy to achieve
- Wide slopes
- Beginner's area
- Beginner's lifts near the valley
- Beginner's lifts in ski resort directly at the feeder lift
Ski schools on-site
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In the entire resort, there are a lot of freeriding possibilities. Particularly at the Mot da Ri and Salaniva chair lifts, you can enjoy a lot of free skiing space and steep slopes.
Information for advanced skiers, freeriders
- very many freeride / deep snow areas
- some mogul slopes
Slope offering advanced skiers
Runs/slopes
Total 80 km
Difficult
13 km
(16 %)Most difficult run
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Costera FIS · Length 1 km · Altitude difference 425 m
Note: Always mind the avalanche warnings and barriers, please. Never ski into a closed and unsecured area.
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Information for Snowboarders
- few cat tracks
- few runs with ascent
- very many freeride / deep snow areas
Snow parks
- Snow Park Scuol
Large snow park on the left hand side of the Naluns chair lift. Very good conditions due to the monitoring of a professional shaper crew.
Offering snow parks
- Snow park/ Fun park
- No halfpipe
- Kicker (Jump/ Ramp)
- Rails/ Slides
- Boxes
- Wallride
- Corner / Hip
- Pro Line
- Medium Line
- Beginner/ Easy Line
- Cross-country trail offering
Total trail length: 77 km
Tracks for skating and classic cross-country skiing are offered. The panorama track on Motta Naluns as well as the tracks in the valley which lead along the Inn, offer unique nature experiences.
Trail tip(s)
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High altitude / panorama track
The entrance is 100m from the Motta Naluns mountain station. The track leads towards Prui with a panorama view of the Lower Engadine Dolomites.
Length: 4.0 km ▪ Altitude: 2060 m - 2200 m
Difficulty level: easy
Track: single track
Cross-country skiing style: classic, skating
fee: no
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Conclusion
Very good slope offering, large freeriding area, panorama view, family-friendly, good slope preparation, snow park, new feeder lifts
Parking fees at the valley stations
Test Report issued on 2011-12-19
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