The mountain's peak, Telegraph, historically housed a military signal station used for mountain communication.
The Trametsch ski slope covers a vertical drop of 1,400 meters, making it one of the most significant descents in the region.
Plose is geologically distinct due to the presence of Brixen granite, which contrasts with the characteristic limestone/dolomite rock found in surrounding peaks.
The mountain's geography creates favorable thermal updrafts, making it a popular site for paragliding.
The Plose 'Woodline' trail is specifically designed with North Shore-style wooden features for mountain bikers.
Plose is a prominent mountain massif in the Dolomites, located directly above the city of Bressanone in South Tyrol, Italy. The summit area, known as Telegraph, sits at 2,507 meters and provides a 360-degree panoramic view of the Odle Group and the main Alpine ridge. The Plose cable car, located at the base in Sant'Andrea, provides direct access to the high-altitude plateau. The area is a hub for winter sports, offering over 40 kilometers of ski slopes, including the 9-kilometer Trametsch run, which is one of the longest in South Tyrol. During the summer, the mountain features an extensive network of hiking trails and a dedicated bike park. The Woodline and Jerry Line trails provide varied terrain for downhill mountain biking enthusiasts. Mountain huts, or 'rifugi', are distributed across the slopes and serve traditional South Tyrolean cuisine. The mountain is part of the UNESCO World Heritage Dolomites site, characterized by its distinct geology and flora.
The summit of Telegraph, offering a clear view of the Odle/Geisler Group spires.
Check wind conditions before heading up, as high-altitude visibility and accessibility can change rapidly.
Bring layers even in summer, as temperatures at the 2,500-meter summit are significantly lower than in the Bressanone valley.
Use the dedicated mountain bike transport on the cable car if you intend to explore the specialized downhill trails.
Attempting the summit hike in street shoes or without checking local weather forecasts for afternoon thunderstorms.
Operates on a seasonal basis, typically closing for maintenance periods between the end of the winter ski season and the start of the summer hiking season, and again in late autumn.
Mountain safety norms apply; stay on marked trails to protect sensitive alpine vegetation and follow designated paths for mountain biking to avoid conflict with hikers.
