Brixen, Italy
A mountain retreat at 1,800 metres in the Dolomites, where Celtic-inspired architecture and forest silence shape a place where time can once again be sensed.
FORESTIS sits at 1,800 metres on the Plose mountainside, wrapped in spruce forest with direct views of the Dolomites UNESCO World Heritage peaks. The architecture draws on four natural elements, earth, water, fire, and air, shaped by Celtic natural doctrine. Stone, wood, and glass dissolve the line between interior and mountain.
Peace is the new luxury here. The hotel calls itself a place of retreat where time can once again be sensed. Every detail, from Silence Rooms to forest paths, steers attention inward. Guests arrive for physical and mental mindfulness, not distraction. The art of simplicity runs through each room, each meal, each quiet hour on the terrace above the treeline.
FORESTIS operates as ski-in/ski-out, connecting directly to the Plose ski region and its 45 kilometres of slopes, including the longest valley run in South Tyrol. Snowshoe trails and ski touring routes leave from the property into deep alpine forest.
In warmer months, hiking and mountain biking routes thread through the Puez-Geisler Nature Park. Guided excursions cover high-altitude terrain above Brixen. Wyda, a Celtic movement practice rooted in body awareness, runs on-site. The Fitness Room opens to mountain views for quieter training days.
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Route length: 2km loopEstimated time: 26minLoop routeBiotop Raier Moos, known as Biotopo Palù Raier, is a protected nature reserve established since 1986. It features a biotope classification and protection class 4.
Route length: 1.5km loopEstimated time: 20minLoop routeBiotop Vahrner Seemoor, also known as Biotopo Palude del Lago di Varna, is a protected nature reserve established in 1988. The site is classified as a Biotop with protection class 4 and is a recognized protected area.
Route length: 1.3km linearLinear routeGherdënia Ronda Express is a funicular railway tunnel with a gauge of 1200 mm. It operates underground with a duration of about 2 minutes and 20 seconds, connecting ski areas as a piste-type connection.
Route length: 2.6km loopDifficulty: EasyLoop routeMont de Sot is an easy nordic ski route with a total ascent of 59 meters. The 2.634 km circuit is groomed for both classic and skating styles and is open from 09:00 to 16:30 during the winter season.
Route length: 3.3km loopDifficulty: MediumLoop routeVedl Verzon is an intermediate level nordic skiing route with a 59 meter ascent along a 3.306 km groomed track. It supports both classic and skating techniques and is open in winter from 09:00 to 16:30.
Route length: 5.2km loopDifficulty: EasyLoop routePalusc is an easy nordic ski route featuring a 106 meter ascent over a 5.174 km roundtrip track. Groomed for both classic and skating styles, it operates in winter from 09:00 to 16:30.
Route length: 3.3km linearDifficulty: HardLinear routeSaslong is an advanced downhill skiing piste. It is a one-way trail and is groomed for classic skiing conditions. The trail is not lit, indicating it is used primarily during daylight hours.
Route length: 2.3km linearEstimated time: 11minDifficulty: EasyLinear routeEasy Jump is a one-way unpaved cycleway with a downward incline intended for mountain biking. It is a narrow path with a width of 1 meter and a mtb:scale of 0, indicating it is an easy trail.
Route length: 2.3km linearEstimated time: 11minDifficulty: DemandingLinear routeSky Line is a designated one-way cycleway designed for downhill mountain biking with a difficulty scale of 4. The path is specifically marked for bicycles and is not accessible on foot. It offers a challenging route suited for experienced cyclists.
Area sceneryStraight-line distance from hotel: 10 km directSeason: Year-roundDream Beyond is listed by Alta Badia as a tour operator. The listing shows it as open year-round in 2026.
The kitchen at FORESTIS follows what it calls forest cuisine, a philosophy rooted in variety, naturalness, and authenticity. Ingredients come from the surrounding mountains and local South Tyrolean farmers. Old-established Alpine traditions guide the foundation. Modern creativity shapes the presentation.
Dishes change with the seasons and the altitude. The menu reads short and direct, letting single ingredients speak. Meals arrive in a dining room framed by Dolomite panoramas, reinforcing the connection between plate and place.
The FORESTIS Spa draws on Celtic wisdom and natural phenomena. Signature treatments follow the philosophy of four trees and four healing elements, connecting body care to the forest outside. Treatment rooms use natural wood and stone throughout.
Saunas are furnished with Alpine timber and local stone, opening to mountain air. Indoor and outdoor pools look across the Dolomite peaks. Silence Rooms provide space for stillness without programme or schedule. A dedicated Wyda Room hosts Celtic movement sessions focused on breath and body awareness.
FORESTIS builds its identity around minimal interference with the mountain landscape. The architecture integrates into the forested slope at 1,800 metres rather than clearing it. Natural materials, stone, wood, and glass, dominate every structure.
The kitchen sources from local South Tyrolean farms and foraged mountain ingredients, keeping supply chains short and seasonal. The retreat's emphasis on slowness, silence, and reduced consumption reflects a philosophy of restraint over excess.
Spruce wood, open fireplaces, and floor-to-ceiling windows framing Dolomite ridges. Rooms range from the Tower Suite with its king bed and wraparound mountain views to a two-storey Penthouse with a private rooftop pool and wood-fired sauna. The sauna and open fire make the Penthouse a strong choice after a long day on the mountain.
Penthouse
The Penthouse is a luxurious two-storey suite featuring a king-size bed, a spacious living area with an open fireplace, and a private rooftop pool with stunning views of the Dolomites. It includes a spruce wood sauna, a large terrace, and…
Tower Suite
The Tower Suite offers a king-size bed with floor-to-ceiling windows providing breathtaking views of the Dolomites.
A mountain retreat at 1,800 metres in the Dolomites. Where peace is the new luxury and time can once again be sensed.
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