Kronplatz, or Plan de Corones, is one of the major ski areas in South Tyrol and part of the Dolomiti Superski network. The mountain has a distinctive radial layout, with lifts climbing from several valleys towards the broad summit plateau at around 2,275 m. Current official information gives 125 km of pistes, while Dolomiti Superski lists 31 lifts. This combination of modern uplift and long groomed descents makes Kronplatz especially strong for intermediates and families who value efficient, straightforward piste skiing.
The main access points include Riscone near Brunico, Valdaora/Olang, Perca/Percha and San Vigilio di Marebbe. Because several long runs descend from the summit towards different sides of the mountain, skiers can build substantial vertical into a day without needing a huge cross-valley circuit. Snowmaking is extensive and the wide upper slopes are particularly well suited to cruising.
Advanced skiers should not dismiss Kronplatz as purely intermediate terrain. The resort’s Black Five challenge links its five signature black runs: Sylvester, Herrnegg, Pre da Peres, Erta and Piculin. Sylvester and Herrnegg each descend almost 1,300 vertical metres towards Riscone, while Erta is a World Cup-approved race piste. These runs give stronger skiers a much more demanding side to the mountain than the broad summit pistes suggest.
Kronplatz is not directly piste-linked to the Sellaronda. However, holders of a Dolomiti Superski pass can use the regular Piculin ski-bus connection towards Alta Badia, which in turn links to the Sellaronda. Another useful option is the Ski-Pustertal-Express: from the Ried gondola base at Perca, the train reaches Versciaco and the 3 Zinnen Dolomites lifts in about 30 minutes.
Public transport is one of Kronplatz’s strongest practical advantages. Perca railway station is directly integrated with the Ried gondola valley station, allowing skiers to step off the train and onto the lift without a separate resort transfer. Brunico is the main town in the area and provides further rail, bus, accommodation and restaurant options.
The main compromise is that Kronplatz feels more like a highly developed ski mountain shared by several bases than one compact traditional resort village. For intermediates, families and confident piste skiers who prioritise modern lifts, long descents and excellent transport connections, it is one of the most polished ski areas in the Dolomites.