Where to ski in Trentino? Italian ski resorts Family holidays in the Alps.

Number of lifts		8		30		17
Height difference, m.		1324 - 2778

Ski resort Arabba / Marmolada, Arabba / Marmolada

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average

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Number of lifts		8		16		6
Height difference, m.		1446 - 3270

Ski resort Val Gardena, Val Gardena

Number of tracks

lungs

average

100

complex

cross-country

115

Number of lifts		10		45		30
Height difference, m.		880 - 2300

Ski resort Val di Fassa, Val di Fassa

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average

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cross-country

Number of lifts		11		30		17
Height difference, m.		1200 - 2485

Val di Fassa is a vast ski area located on the border of Trentino and Veneto, south of the giant ski region Sella Ronda. The valley is surrounded by beautiful peaks Dolomites: Sella, Marmolada, Catinaccio And Sassolunga.

With the Dolomiti Superski ski pass from Val di Fassa, you can raid the Sella Ronda and all its associated ski areas. This allows you to have spectacular ski safaris for several days in a row without essentially repeating yourself.

Main tourist centers Val di Fassa - the resorts of Canazei and Campitello are located a couple of kilometers from each other. Each has convenient access to the Sella Ronda trails. From Canazei the lift takes you directly to the peak of Pecol (1926 m), from the center of Campitello - to Col Rodella (2485 m). The saddle between Passo Sella and the Belvedere and Col Rodella peaks forms the main ski area of Val di Fassa.

There are three such zones in total, and they are connected by bus service. The other two areas are Tre Valli with the town of Moena and the resort of Falcade, and Catinaccio-Rosengarten with small areas skiing over Pozzo and Vigo di Fassa (16 km and 17 km of slopes, respectively). Moena, in essence, is the place where the valley of the Avisio river ceases to be called Val di Fassa and turns into another famous ski valley Val di Fiemme.

Active evening life and entertainment take place mainly in Canazei. There are plenty of restaurants and a large sports and recreation complex, the Eghes Wellness Center, with an indoor pool and saunas. There is also a large indoor skating rink at the Gian Maria Scola Ice Palace and much more.

How to get to Val di Fassa:

By plane to airports:

Bolzano - 50 km
Verona - 180 km
Venice - 175 km
Treviso - 160 km
Milan - 350 km
Bergamo - 280 km
Innsbruck - 190 km.

By train:

The nearest railway stations are in Trento, Bolzano and Ora.
Next - by local buses with a change in Predazzo or by taxi.

By car:

The main entrance to the valley is from the Brennero autobahn (A22). Exit Ora/Egan: SS 48 delle Dolomiti - Passo San Lugano - Val di Fiemme - Val di Fassa (37 km).
Exit Bolzano Nord: SS 241 Grande Strada delle Dolomiti - Passo Costalunga - Val di Fassa (37 km).

Ski resort Val di Fiemme, Val di Fiemme

Number of tracks

lungs

average

complex

cross-country

150

Number of lifts		8		33		25
Height difference, m.		860 - 2415

Valley Val di Fiemme is located southeast of Bolzano and is quite rightly called the gateway to the Dolomites. If you are moving from Milan or Verona towards the ski areas of the Italian Dolomites, your path will lie precisely through the Val di Fiemme valley and the adjacent Val di Fassa.

Sunny wide routes, the latest lifts, no queues, democratic public, reasonable prices, good Italian cuisine - this is how Val di Fiemme wins its supporters. Let us add that this is a very convenient place for families with children.

The Fiemme Valley has five ski areas. Among the best, we note the black Olympia track in the Alpe Cermis with a length of 6 km and the northern slopes of the Alpe Lusia region. And on the slopes in Passo Rolle there is always stable snow cover.

The local ski pass gives free use of the ski bus, swimming pools and winter sports stadiums. With the Dolomiti Superski ski pass, you can enjoy hundreds of kilometers of skiing in all resorts of the Dolomites.

Val di Fiemme is a real mecca for lovers of cross-country skiing. The most prestigious competitions are regularly held here, and in January the famous 70-kilometer Marcialonga piste begins operating, and up to 6,000 skiers from all over the world take to it during the festival of the same name.

In Val di Fiemme and the adjacent small valleys there are several resort towns. The largest of them and the most popular is Cavalese. This city has been known since the Middle Ages. It was here that the feudal pseudo-republic Magnifica Comunita di Fiemme was founded in 1234 (!). Well-preserved aristocratic houses and the ancient Palazzo still serve as evidence of this.

How to get to Val di Fiemme:

Nearest airports:

Bolzano - 40 km
Verona - 170 km
Innsbruck - 160 km
Venice - 174 km.

By train:

The nearest railway stations are in Trento and Bolzano, from where regular Sad and Trentino Transport buses run to the valley.

By bus:

Special Fly Ski Shuttle buses run from Verona and Venice airports to Val di Fiemme.

By car:

The main entrance to the valley is from the Brennero autobahn (A22): exit Ora/Egan SS 48 delle Dolomiti - Passo San Lugano - Val di Fiemme.
Exit Bolzano Nord: SS 241 Grande Strada delle Dolomiti - Passo Costalunga - Val di Fassa (right) - Val di Fiemme.

Ski resort Kronplatz, Kronplatz

Number of tracks

lungs

average

complex

cross-country

200

Number of lifts		21		5		5
Height difference, m.		935 - 2275

Kronplatz , or, Plan de Corones is a mountain in the Dolomites. This amazingly beautiful peak is completely different from the neighboring dolomite rocks and is a very impressive forested mountain with a vast and rather flat area of alpine meadows at the top.

More than a hundred kilometers of wide slopes running from the top of Kronplatz speak eloquently of the scale of this creation of nature.

There are several towns and villages around the mountain, of which we will highlight the administrative center of Brunico, San Vigilio and Valdaora. All are connected by bus and ski slopes.

Kronplatz is the promised mountain for everyone who doesn't like rope tows. There are only 5 yokes, and you most likely won’t be able to find them even on purpose. So you will have to move around in comfortable cabins.

To the delight of carvers and flyers, the region is dominated by comfortable, wide and flat tracks. A couple of black trails lead to Brunico. The longest descent, 6.5 km long, is located in the Val da Ora area. For snowboarders there is a 110-meter halfpipe, for sledders there is an excellent track above Brunico with its own gondola lift. The conditions for lovers of cross-country skiing are beyond praise.

Just half an hour's drive to the south, Alta Badia will greet you with the fantastic black Fisovsky slope "Golden Risa" and other delights of the Sella Ronda region.

The resort has an emphasis on family holidays, as evidenced by a couple of large playgrounds on the mountain and an abundance of mountain restaurants.

How to get to Kronplatz:

Nearest airports:

Innsbruck - 108 km
Munich - 304 km
Verona - 230 km
Venice - 220 km.

By train and bus:

There is a train station in Bruneck
On international trains you can get to Fortezza-Franztensfeste, then there are local trains to Bruneck.

By car:

From the Brennero motorway (A22): exit at Bressanone/Val Pusteria-Brixen/Pustertal onto the local road SS49-E66 and follow the Pustertal valley to Kronplatz.
From Austria (via Lienz): cross the Austro-Italian border between Arnbach and Prato alle Drava-Winnebach (B100-E66), then follow the local highway SS49-E66 to Bruneck.

Ski resort Madonna di Campiglio, Madonna di Campiglio

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average

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cross-country

Number of lifts		7		19		6
Height difference, m.		800 - 2580

Madonna di Campiglio - an ancient Italian town and ski resort is surrounded by the picturesque cliffs of the Dolomites and is located in the Adamello Brenta Natural Park. To the west of it rise the grandiose peaks of the Presanella massif (3556 m). It is considered the second most fashionable resort in Italy after Cortina d'Ampezzo.

The resort is part of the Skirama Adamello Brenta ski region with a single ski pass and 360 kilometers of pistes. In the vicinity of Madonna di Campiglio there are four connected and quite varied ski areas. There are free buses to nearby Pinzolo, with its 26 kilometers of red pistes.

Madonna di Campiglio has regularly hosted a World Cup event called 3 Tre for more than half a century. The red track, certified by FIS and starting from the very top, is called 3 Tre. A black track Canalone Maramonti hosts slalom competitions and has a gradient of up to 60%. From the top of Monte Spinale (2093 m) there is a steep black descent along the Spinale-Diretissima highway.

Superbly equipped Ursus snow park with a total area of 50 thousand square meters. meters is located on Grost.

In January, a vintage car competition is held on the mountain passes of the Alps called WROOM. And in February, the “Habsburg Carnival” takes place - a theatrical festival in the style of the Austrian imperial court, lasting ten days.

How to get to Madonna di Campiglio

Nearest airports:

Verona - 175 km
Milan - 215 km
Innsbruck - 220 km.

Nearest railway stations:

Trento Male - 22 km
Trento - 73 km
Brescia - 130 km.

By bus:

From Verona and Bergamo airports, buses run every Saturday and Sunday to Pinzolo and Madonna during the winter season. Round trip price - from € 32.

By car:

From Milan: take the A4 motorway to Venice - exit Brescia est - at the roundabout - Brescia & Verona - after 18 km to Trento-Val Sabbia - Madonna di Campiglio - 100 km to Madonna di Campiglio.
From the A22 autobahn (Verona-Innsbruck): at San Michele all’Adige exit - at the roundabout at Mezzocorona - on ss43 - at Gunta Mostizzolo left on ss42 - at Pass Dimaro left on Madonna - then on to Madonna di Campiglio.

By helicopter:

From all nearby airports. The helicopter takes up to 5 passengers with luggage.

cross-country

Number of lifts		7		16		6
Height difference, m.		1212 - 3260

Nauders (Reschenpass / Nauders) is an Austrian Tyrolean mountain village, and Reschenpass (translated as “Steep Pass”) is the highest point of the ancient mountain road through the main Alpine ridge, already on the Italian side of the Alps, with small village Resia.

The main and most interesting ski area is located above Nauders and is named after the dominant mountain Bergkastel (2912 m). The resort is universal: the elevation difference is about one and a half kilometers, slopes of any complexity, northern and southern exposure, forested and treeless at the top, hillocks. In recent years, a number of trails have been expanded specifically for carvers. There is freeride, but this is not the main attraction of the resort.

Particularly noteworthy are the conditions for snowboarders: they have at their disposal a halfpipe and boardercross, a fun park with boxes, jumps, rails, waves and more.

The conditions are ideal for cross-country skiing and there are a huge number of trails. They are mainly concentrated on the Italian side, in the high Vallelunga valley.

And another feature of Nauders is 110 km of trails for winter hiking, the number of fans of which in Europe grows every year.

Following the example of the neighboring ski resort of Serfaus, Nauders built a magnificent winter children's park Kinderland Nauders with kindergarten ski school. In general, the resort is popular with families with children, which is greatly facilitated by moderate prices for accommodation and ski passes.

Among the après ski options, we would like to note the sleigh ride along a multi-kilometer illuminated track, which begins with a fun dinner at the Bergkastel mountain restaurant.

Trentino: in the footsteps of Bode Miller

Pavel Cherepanov

Photo: Trentino Tourist Office

“Hi! I am Bode Miller. And this is Trentino!”
This, or something like this, is how advertising sounds on the Eurosport channel during broadcasts of competitions on alpine skiing. US superstar skier Bode Miller claims that in the Italian province of Trentino you can listen to good music, eat delicious food, relax in a good sense of the word and, of course, have great skiing.

Actually, without doubting all these statements regarding Italy, a certain worm of doubt was still present in my head: well, how did Bode, let’s say, not that he was wrong, but - for obvious reasons - just work off his image? The only way to check is to see all these beauties, against the backdrop of which Miller meditates, to feel the corduroy slopes under his skis and to become at least a little familiar with the famous Italian cuisine YOURSELF. The opportunity soon presented itself - in the form of a press tour organized by one of the leading travel companies in the field ski holiday Ascent-Travel represented by its PR director Marina Barulina. It was impossible to refuse!

Before leaving, I looked at the catalog just in case. So - the ski province of Trentino: 300 lifts, 800 km of prepared slopes, some of which are included in Dolomiti Superski (350 km) in the east, and some in Skirama Dolomiti Adamello Brenta (380 km) in the west. It was Skirama that interested me at the moment - mining ski resorts, located around the westernmost massif of the Dolomites, Brenta, united by a single ski pass. Madonna di Campiglio, Folgarida and Marilleva, Paganella, Passo Tonale, Folgaria and Lavarone - the names beckoned, the smell of snow was in the air. However, perhaps frost just came to Moscow...

The flight to Venice took a long time - with a stopover in Rome. But - as a bonus - under the wing of the AlItalia MD-80 flight Rome-Venice, one could see from the air almost the entire city on the water: St. Mark's Square, canals - everything was in full view. From the airport the bus took us in the direction of one of the most famous resorts in the world, Madonna di Campiglio.

Winter crops were green along the road. Naturally, as we approached the goal of our trip, the question began to worry more and more: what about the snow in Madonna? The surrounding mountains and cliffs along the shores of Lake Garda were, of course, picturesque, but absolutely snowless. “Everything is fine there with the snow,” the guide and resort representative dispelled doubts. “There is even a lot of it, but there are few people - no one believes that there is snow above.” Yeah, empty tracks are what we need.

Madonna di Campiglio.
The resort itself offers 60 km of prepared trails at altitudes from 1550 to 2580 m above sea level. Together with Folgarida and Marilleva, neighboring regions connected to the Madonna cable car network, this is about the same amount. And by next winter there will be a connection with the neighboring region of Pinzolo, this is another 30 km of trails. Fans of cruise skiing will have something to keep them busy - most of the region's pistes are comfortable enough to travel around the entire ski area in a couple of days without much stress. We recommend starting your trip with a climb to Pradalago. From there, follow the red or blue trails and go down to the bottom station of the Groste gondola. Long cable car(climbing time - 25 minutes) takes you to the highest point of the entire region - 2500 m, to the Groste pass. Apologists for new school and snowboarding can hang out here for a long time - in the Ursus Snowpark with an area of 50,000 sq.m. Blue trails lead down from the pass - you can go back down, or you can move to Monte Spinale (2100 m), where you can rest in the nice restaurant of the FIAT chalet. From here there is an impressive panorama of the Groste Pass and the Brenta Massif, with the peaks of Cima Brenta at 3151 m and Cima Tosa at 3173 m.

However, this is clearly not our method - local routes are worthy of exploring them in more detail, paying attention to the particulars. Here, for example, is the 3.tre (three-three) track, the first competitions on which took place back in 1947. Starting from the Cinque Laghi area, the 2,740 m long route finishes 600 meters below, in the center of Madonna di Campiglio. Ski marks on Tre-tre in different time Great skiers left: Zeno Colo, Guido Ghedina, Toni Sailer, Ernst Hinterseer, Karl Schranz, Willy Bogner, Guy Perilla, Gustav Toni, Ingemar Stenmark, Alberto Tomba and many others. On December 10, 1980, Alexander Zhirov also left his mark on Tre-tre, losing in the giant slalom competition only to Ingemar Stenmark...

The last time the World Cup competition took place here was in 2005 - to the delight of Italian fans, Giorgio Rocca won the slalom race. Since then, the World Cup races have not been held here, but the world elite have not forgotten Madonna: on December 23, 2008 and 2009, parallel slalom competitions Parallelo di Natale were held here - for the prize of Santa Claus (Babbo Natale), which traditionally gathers leading skiers and is held in Italy since 1988. At different times, such famous skiers as Alberto Tomba, Paul Accola, Jure Kosir, Peter Rungaldir, Christian Ghedina, Deborah Compagnoni, Karen Putzer and many others took part in them and won. This year, the victory on the 3tre track was won by young Italians Christian Deville (participant of the Moscow Champions Cup) and 19-year-old Federica Brignone.

From Spinale, the “black” Direttissima highway leads down to the center of the village, which is also worthy of respect. True, this is such a “thing in itself” - in order to again find yourself on Pradalago or Cinque Laghi you will need to climb Monte Spinale again and go down the “red” Spinale Diretta - unless, of course, you want to go from the lower Spinale station to 5 Laghi on foot.

Of course, people come to Madonna di Campiglio not only to ski. Here you can simply relax, breathe in the mountain air, as they did, for example, under the Habsburgs. Emperor Franz Joseph and Empress Sissi discovered this place back in 1889, and since then they have visited Campillo regularly. Later, for the divine beauty of the surrounding landscapes, the resort received its modern name - Madonna di Campiglio, and in memory of the imperial family, the Habsburg Carnival is regularly held here.

Folgarida and Marilleva
The journey to the area of Folgarida and Marilleva from Madonna di Campiglio also begins with an ascent to Pradalago, from where through the peak of Monte Vigo (2180 m) you can descend towards both Folgarida and Marilleva. There are many comfortable forest trails, many children, for whom there are several specially designated areas in the Malghet Aut (Folgarida) and Dos De La Pesa (Marilleva) areas.

If the village of Folgarida is located at an altitude of 1400 m, on the slope of Monte Spolverino, where you can go straight down on skis, then Marilleva lies below, in the valley. You can get down here by gondola cable car - the lower stations of the cable cars are located at a distance of a couple of kilometers from each other. On the Folgarida and Marilleva routes it is usually light and sunny; it is not for nothing that the wide valley below is called the “Valley of the Sun” - Val di Sole. There really is a lot of sun here, and Monte Vigo offers stunning views for tens of kilometers.

Paganella di Brenta
On the day of departure from Madonna di Campiglio, one of the rocky masses of Brenta saw us off with the sunlight reflected from its summit. However, there was no sadness of parting: we simply drove around Brenta in a circle, towards the town of Andalo, in an area called Altopiano della Paganella. Andalo – largest center region, located at the foot of Mount Paganella (2125 m). It seemed that every house in Andalo was either a hotel or private apartments. Indeed: there are more than 60 3* and 4* hotels in the city, from which you can easily reach the lower station of the first stage of the gondola, which takes you to a height of 1782 m to the Doss Pela area. In addition to hotels, the AquaIN sports and fitness complex opened not long ago in Andalo - with swimming pools, saunas, a hydropathic clinic and much more. If we talk about Altopiano in general, then there are several accommodation options. In addition to Andalo, you can take a break from the hustle and bustle of everyday life in Molveno, a town on the shores of the lake of the same name; on the sunny terrace in Fai della Paganella, from where, like from Andalo, a cable car takes you to the top of the mountain; in Cavedago - in the heart of the Adamello Brenta Nature Reserve; in Spormaggiore – with its Center for the Study brown bears. However, it is indisputable that the main center of attraction of the entire region is Mount Pagenella.

In principle, the ski area here is small - only 50 km of prepared trails. However, the quality of their preparation, the relief of the pistes, the views from the top of the Brenta massif, lakes Molveno and Garda, as well as the panorama of the Val l’Adige valley and the capital of the province of Trentino, the city of Trento, are unlikely to leave anyone indifferent. Moreover, for several winter seasons now, guests of the region have been treated to an additional bonus: in the Albi de Mez area you can watch the training of alpine skiers from the US team. The fact is that Paganella Ski became the base of the US ski team - this was one of the reasons for Bode Miller’s appearance in advertising on Eurosport. I think that the choice of place was indeed not accidental - there are not many places in the Alps where the track surface is so well preserved throughout the whole day. By evening there are almost no hillocks left - of course, if there is no snowfall. Then Paganella turns into a paradise for off-pista lovers.

Of course, watching professionals train is a great pleasure. But how can you get at least a little closer to their level? There are several easy trails for teaching children and beginners in the region - in the Meriz area and the San Antonio pass. The trails here are wide, with a slight slope. For those new to skiing, there are several short runs on the outskirts of Andalo.

Naturally, the apres-ski process is an important component active rest in the mountains. Italian Cuisine, which Bode so soulfully advertises, is not distinguished by any special gastronomic delights - it is simple and tasty food. But this is exactly what makes it special – it never disappoints! Concerning good wine or grappa, Trentino has some of the best in Italy. Interestingly, the rumors about Miller purchasing a local vineyard turned out to be true. However, in addition to producing wines typical of Trentino, the American skier decided to try making wine from grape varieties that grow in his homeland. No one knows yet what will come of this, but the experiment has not yet been declared a failure.

Sun and snow in a magical winter landscape in the middle of the Alps in the very center of Europe, special cuisine, a colorful Italian atmosphere, hotels and modern ski equipment along with ancient traditions. It's all Trentino! A stunning location for unforgettable runs on groomed pistes, cross-country skiing through silent forests, snowboarding in amusement parks, snowshoeing, ski mountaineering or simply relaxing in nature or in the wellness centre. Cheerful festive towns and villages, lunch in local restaurants with specialties, wandering around the shops and vibrant nightlife. Trentino is a truly unforgettable experience!

The Dolomites are a remarkable feature of the landscape of Trentino and its surroundings. Their peaks are architectural monuments created by nature itself, changing colors and contrasts. Since the late 18th century, this area has been famous for its breathtaking climbing routes. The Dolomites get their name from Deodat de Dolomieu, a French geologist from Dauphine who, in 1789, was the first to study the chemical composition of the rocks of these limestone rocks that distinguish them in this once completely sea-covered area. However, you don’t have to be a geologist to appreciate the Dolomites. To do this, just watch the enrosadira phenomenon during sunrise or sunset, when the pointed peaks of the mountains are enveloped in a pink or red glow.

The Trentino region is guarded by two large groups of Dolomites. To the west are the Brenta Dolomites, well known for their mountaineering history; in the east are the most extensive Dolomites of Fassa, Latemar and the cathedral-like mountain range of Pale di San Martino. If just contemplating the landscapes is not enough for you and you want to test your physical capabilities in winter, then the Dolomites give you excellent opportunities to ski down the sloping mountain slope, organize cross-country skiing, go snowboarding, go skiing, climb a snow-capped mountain peak, and go sledding in a dog sled, engage in ski jumping and other more or less extreme sports, and also take unforgettable recreational snowshoe walks in quiet natural parks Trentino.

Visiting Trentino in winter means enjoying the snow and the opportunities it offers: alpine or Nordic skiing, snowboarding, ski touring and snowshoeing. Hundreds of kilometers of ski slopes, modern technology for reading tickets (ski passes) and dozens of snow parks for enthusiasts, interesting routes through forests and across plateaus, silent peaks that you can discover while skiing in the Alps, pistes and centers equipped for Nordic ski lovers - all this is ready for you to spend an unforgettable time here.

Trentino - ski slopes for every taste

Skiing is an indescribable bliss in the fairytale kingdom of Trentino, where from November to April more than 300 modern lifts serve 800 kilometers of ski slopes (including sectors ending in other regions), always in excellent condition thanks to a snowmaking system that covers 95% of the slopes.

The slopes of different levels (489 to be exact) will satisfy both experts, who will be able to ski on 71 very difficult ski slopes, and beginners, who will have as many as 166 easy slopes, some of them especially for children. More than a thousand qualified instructors work in 42 ski schools scattered across ski resorts.

Trentino has two of the largest ski areas in the Alps: Dolomiti Superski and Skirama Adamello Brenta, which cover almost the entire region and offer the opportunity to enjoy a variety of ski runs and scenery with just two ski passes. Thanks to modern technology, information from the pass is read from a distance, and this solves problems with queues at the ski lifts. And whoever doesn’t want to repeat the same route twice can go on a “ski tour” around the Dolomites. One of the best is the Sellaronda route, a 40-kilometer route around the Sella massif in eastern Trentino. In order not to get lost in the west, you can use the ski route that connects the ski lifts of Folgarida-Marilleva and Madonna di Campiglio. In the southern part of Trentino, the Forts ski route takes you through Folgaria, Lavarone and the Luserna plateau.

West or east? The dilemma that skiers and snowboarders face when holidaying in Trentino. It is difficult to make a choice with the huge variety offered by two groups of ski slopes: Skirama Dolomiti Adamello-Brenta in the west and Dolomiti Superski in the east, where modern snow machines allow skiing from November to April. The slopes of the Skirama complex have a length of more than 380 km (of which 340 km with programmable snow generation) and are served by more than 150 lifts.

The Skirama group includes the ski resorts: Madonna di Campiglio and Pinzolo in Val Rendena, Peio, Passo del Tonale in Val di Sole, Andalo Fai della Paganella, Monte Bondone and Folgaria-Lavarone-Luserna , single lift tickets available. Areas with modern lifts and trails for skiers of all skill levels offer many activities various types winter sports, and are also famous for their excellent conditions and magnificent scenery.
Dolomiti Superski is the largest ski area in Europe, which includes 12 distinct areas suitable for a family holiday; Single lift tickets and season passes are used. The Dolomiti Superski ski slopes are served by 450 lifts; their length is 1,200 km, 350 km of which is in Trentino. The Trentino ski areas that are part of Dolomiti Superski are Val di Fassa - Carezza, Moena - Tre Valli, Val di Fiemme and San Martino di Castrozza - Passo Rolle.

Trentino for snowboarders

In addition to thousands of kilometers of pistes on the slopes, there are specialized parks for snowboarders in 7 districts in Trentino. In Madonna di Campiglio, one of the first resorts to introduce this new sport, money was invested in a fan park for snowboarding: the large Ursus Park on the Groste Pass has special snowboard tracks and training areas. In Folgarida Marilleva, a place reserved for snowboarding enthusiasts is called the “Half Pipe” and is located in the town of Val Panciana. Guaranteed fun for snowboarders on the Tonale Pass, which is served by the Tonale-Valena chairlift. The Fulmiland Park on San Martino di Castrozza is located next to the Tognola ski lifts, and on the Rolle Pass the Rolle Rails Park opened only a few years ago.

There are two snowboard amusement parks in the Fassa Valley. One is located in Canazei, the other, called "Costabella", on the San Pellegrino pass. In the Fiemme Valley you can go snowboarding in Latemar, accessible from Pampeago. In the area of the Toler ski slope there is a 90-meter pipe, on the Obereggen slope there is a park with slopes and a snowboard track. There is also a modern park on Mount Bondone with a 120 meter long half pipe. Last on the list is the Lagorai Snow Park on the Brocón Pass in the Valsugana Valley.

Sun and Trentino

In Trentino the sun shines 8 days out of 10. It is therefore not surprising that the large mountain terraces attract huge numbers of visitors. They are easy to reach, since the terraces are located next to the ski lifts that bring tourists from the valley. Sunshine, stunning scenery, mountain specialties and flavors, entertainment, music and a laid-back atmosphere all contribute to making the mountain areas some of the resort's most popular places where skiers stop for refreshments throughout the day.

One of the most picturesque and sunny terraces is located in the heart of the Dolomites, where you can admire the picturesque view mountain peaks, covered with snow. For example, the Palais di San Martino can be observed from the Tognola mountain site at an altitude of 2200 m, accessible by cable car from San Martino di Castrozza. The Palais di San Martino, as well as the Marmolada, Civetta, Pelmo and Catinaccio mountains can be observed from the highest station of the Col Margherita cable car above the San Pellegrino pass.

From the top of Sass Pordoi, from the terrace of the Maria mountain refuge, you can see how Marmolada and Gran Vernel meet in the south, Tofane and Antelao in the east, and the walls protrude in the west mountain range Sella and Sassolungo. A magnificent panorama of the Brenta Dolomites opens from several high vantage points and mountain platforms. From the site of the La Roda mountain refuge, on the top of Mount Paganella, you can see the eastern slope of the chain, and from the Doss Sabion site above Pinzolo - the central part of the Brenta chain and the glaciers of the Adamello group. On the site of the Rifugio Boch mountain refuge above Madonna di Campiglio there is an “ultra-fashionable” terrace very popular among VIPs. At the Folgarida-Marilleva ski area, in Val di Sole, sun lovers can relax on the sun loungers of the Orso Bruno ski area, as well as on the terrace of the Valbiolo mountain hut in the Tonale Pass. The view of the Adige Valley can be seen from the terrace of the Al Sole bar on the top of Palon on Mount Bondone.

Apres-Ski, leisure and entertainment in Trentino

In the heart of the Alps between Mediterranean Sea and Central Europe stretches a land of mountains, dotted with lakes, a land of pointed peaks, snows and kingdoms ski types sport, gateway to Italy. Small historical towns, warm hospitality, Renaissance palaces, wooden alpine huts, inviting boutiques, craft shops, taverns, museums, powerful castles and great historical events create a special atmosphere here.

Different traditions meet and intertwine in Trentino. The local cuisine includes such mouth-watering specialties as mountain cheeses, spicy sausages or fresh freshwater fish, and, of course, pasta, for which Italy is so famous. The wines are distinguished by a refined freshness characteristic of a climate with many lakes and a floral sweetness from the slopes with vineyards. Connoisseurs say that Trentino sparkling wine is as good as French champagne. This is complemented by a lively atmosphere and lively conversation in the bars and cafes, where at any time of the day you can stop for a snack or a cup of coffee in the small streets filled with fashionably dressed people and teeming with boutiques and shops with attractive windows. History and landscape, taste and culture, pleasures and leisure represent a sophisticated and incomparable “mix”. This is... Italian style.

Ski resorts small and large in Trentino have grown up around historic villages that still retain their Alpine traditions and atmosphere. Ski resorts carry the charm of the past: wooden houses And stone castles, preserved or exactly restored, squares and churches. Here, where agriculture and craft labor were once the only source of income, old houses are built next to modern hotels, restaurants, health centers and boutiques.

In Trentino, picturesque rural landscapes smoothly alternate with urban ones. If you want something more than skiing and hiking, discover the history, art and culture of the attractive medieval and Renaissance centers of Trento and Rovereto, where you can explore important historical monuments and museums such as Buonconsiglio and Mart. Every corner of the region has its own castles, picturesque villages and alpine churches. Anyone who wants to explore the culture of these places in more depth should go to San Michele all'Adige and visit the Museum of Customs and Traditions of Trentino.

To date ski resorts in Italy considered one of the best in Europe. Extraordinary scenery and spectacular ski slopes, combined well developed infrastructure and unique gastronomy, make Italy one of the most popular destinations during the ski season.

Dolomites occupy absolute primacy among the best ski resorts in Italy, it is believed that the best five-star ski resorts are located here. The ski resorts located in Val d'Aosta, Piedmont, Veneto and the Swiss Alps are not inferior to the Dolomites.

10 reasons why tourists choose ski resorts in Italy:

much lower cost in comparison with the popular ski resorts of France, Austria and Switzerland, the slopes of which are also always crowded;
stunning landscapes;
inexpensive lifts;
delicious Italian food, especially home-cooked;
opportunity to do shopping, especially in duty-free areas;
positive attitude of Italians towards tourists;
sights in the form of ancient cathedrals and churches built in the mountains;
world championships, seasonal festivals and events that take place annually at ski resorts in Italy;
a fairly long winter season lasting more than 4 months;
a wide variety of slopes of all difficulty levels.

Winter season in Italian ski resorts lasts from the end of November until the traditional Easter weekend. Most people who want to relax at the ski resorts of Italy plan their vacation in advance (several months before the trip), paying special attention to the purchase of air tickets, which in turn helps to significantly reduce this expense item.

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Every year the number of tourists wishing to relax in the mountains increases, so more and more ski resorts, in a hurry to please tourists, offer everything more additional services and events.

Today, spa salons, health centers, discounts on hotel stays and dinners in restaurants have become traditional.

As a rule, skiers and snowboarders who practice this sport professionally choose more secluded ski resorts, while families with children and inexperienced skiers prefer more equipped recreation areas, equipped with modern lifts and other necessary amenities.

Ski resorts in Italy best offers

Skiing is quite a risky sport, so do not forget to take out insurance in case of unforeseen circumstances. .

The best ski resorts in Italy

Ski resort Breuil-Cervinia is located in the Aosta Valley region, at the foot of the rocky Matterhorn ridge (2050 above sea level). It is considered one of the best in the north of the country. From here you can follow a single ski area to the Swiss side of the Matterhorn on the slopes of Zermatt.

The entire winter season is not even very high altitude there will be plenty of snow here, which is almost 6 months of the year. In total, Cervinia covers more than 100 km of ski slopes of varying difficulty. In summer, the cross-country ski trail turns into a golf course. Also in the summer, hiking is very developed and climbing is popular. top of the Matterhorn.

Nearest airport:

Milan (Malpensa 182 km);
Turin (120 km).

The Sestriere ski resort is located at an altitude of 2035 m, in the largest ski area, the Milky Way (Piedmont region). The local slopes are considered one of the most difficult, and it was thanks to the presence of slopes of all difficulties that Sestriere was chosen to host Winter Olympics in Turin 1996, as well as other international competitions.

The local trails are equipped with modern and safe equipment. The only drawback is that, unlike other destinations, Sestriere has enough famous and lively ski resort, so you won’t be able to retire here. The local infrastructure is very well developed, many hotels offer a wide range of services - fitness and wellness centers, indoor areas, fashion boutiques, restaurants, bars, discos and cinemas.

Nearest airport:

Turin (106 km).

Val Gardena is one of the best ski resorts in Italy, it is divided into three municipalities of Ortisei, Santa Cristina in Val Gardena and Selva di Val Gardena (Trentino-Alto Adige region). Val Gardena is located in the heart of the Dolomites and offers quite challenging trails surrounded by beautiful pine forests.

The valley is very popular among tourists, partly because the World Ski Cup stages take place here. In total, there are 175 km of ski slopes, 115 km of cross-country trails and 83 lifts.

Nearest airport:

Bolzano (43 km);
Verona (188 km).

Cortina d'Ampezzo

Cortina d'Ampezzo is located in the Veneto region, and is called the “Pearl of the Dolomites”, due to the presence of slopes for every taste. In total they make up 115 km ski slopes with different levels of difficulty. Cortina d'Ampezzo is considered one of the best equipped ski resorts in Italy and is an ideal destination for a holiday with the whole family.

One of the strengths of this resort is the presence of numerous hotels and inns that can satisfy the needs of even the most demanding tourists. The main attraction of Cortina d'Ampezzo is, of course, historical Center The city's main sports, antique and souvenir shops are located here. A very good hotel here is the Hotel Mirage.

Nearest airport:

Bolzano (140 km);
Venice (149 km).

This ski resort is located in the Italian Alps (1,800 meters above sea level), and is the pride of the Lombardy region. Although the city is positioned as a very famous ski resort northern Italy, but still for many this place is more associated with shopping. The fact is that the city of Livigno has the status of a duty-free zone, which means that many products are exempt from certain taxes (VAT). Here you will find a huge number of shops, from designer clothing boutiques to ordinary souvenir shops.

Here is the largest in Italy center for winter recreation lovers"Aquagranda" with an area of 20,000 square meters - the complex includes a semi-Olympic swimming pool, a black pool, a jacuzzi, a thermal area, a gym and spa treatments. Good reviews uses the nearby Hotel Livigno.

All local ski slopes are well prepared. The ski season lasts from November to early May. For snowboarders, there is a well-equipped Mottolino snowpark, and for children, many hotels offer a full range of services (game rooms, babysitting, excursions, etc.). One such place is the wellness hotel Hotel Spol – Feel At Home.

Nearest airport:

Milan (268 km).

Madonna di Campiglio is perhaps the best ski resort in Trentino. It is located in the valley of the Dolomites and is surrounded by spectacular ski lifts on both sides. As in the above ski resorts, Madonna di Campiglio has repeatedly hosted international competitions, but besides this there are many shops, restaurants, bars and good hotels which make Madonna di Campiglio a very popular destination among celebrities. A good and inexpensive apartment hotel here is Ambiez Residencehotel.

Madonna di Campiglio is located at 1,550 meters above sea level, some ski slopes operate at night, allowing for night walks. All trails are equipped with modern ski lifts. For snowboarders there is the Ursus snow park equipped with everything necessary for jumping. Tourists are also offered Nordic ski trails and children's areas equipped with inflatable games. There is an ice skating rink in the center of the town.

Nearest airport:

Bergamo (178 km);
Bolzano (107 km);
Verona (176 km).

The exclusive and magical ski resort of Courmayeur is located in northern Italy, in the “heart” of the Alps, at the foot of Mont Blanc, Valle d’Aosta region. Courmayeur has gained fame as the most fashionable ski resort in the Aosta Valley, which is why numerous tourists come here every year to spend their unforgettable winter holidays. In addition to the extreme ski slopes, here you can find other equally important amenities - health and fitness centers, entertainment venues such as nightclubs, bars, restaurants, cinemas and boutiques.

Courmayeur is located 1,220 meters above sea level. If you do manage to visit Courmayeur, do not miss visiting the nearby town of Pre Saint Didier, namely its thermal springs, here you will have the opportunity to swim in an outdoor pool with thermal water surrounded by snow and enjoy the beautiful view of Mont Blanc mountain. The city hotel Locanda Bellevue enjoys excellent reviews.

Nearest airport:

Turin (150 km);
Milan Malpensa (212 km);
Milan Linate (235 km);
Bergamo Orio al Serio (259).

Limone Piedmont

Limone Piedmont is a modern ski resort located in the region of the same name. In total, it offers 80 kilometers of ski slopes of varying difficulty, 20 of which are equipped with snowmaking systems. A large number of lifts (18) and a cable car make this place ideal for a family holiday.

Limon Piedmont is just an hour's drive from the popular seaside resorts of the Riviera and Monte Carlo. The big plus is that here you can find hotel for every taste and with any amenities, for example, a good family place to stay is Hotel Edelweiss. In the neighboring village of Panice Sottana there are two routes (3 and 5 km) for cross-country skiers. Those interested can take a tour accompanied by a professional guide on snowshoes.

Nearest airport:

Turin (100 km).

Bardonecchia

The ski resort of Bardonecchia is the ideal destination for fun weekends and winter holidays in Piedmont. It is also called a paradise for skiers and snowboarders; here everyone will find slopes to their liking, which are perfectly prepared thanks to modern snowmaking systems.

Bardonecchia is located 1,310 meters above sea level, surrounded by beautiful mountain landscapes. This place is perfect for families with children; for children there is a children's club and playgrounds, downhill sledding hills, and also for snow tubing. You can always find an instructor who will teach basic skiing lessons. Bardonecchia has gained great popularity thanks to its modern snow park. Book an apartment in Bardonecchia.

Nearest airport:

Turin (78 km).

The ski resort of Alta Badia is located in the southeast of South Tyrol (1,300 meters above sea level), in the center of the Dolomiti Superski slope. This place is perfect for exploring the Dolomites. Ski season open from late November to mid-April, during this period best place for skiing and snowboarding cannot be found.

The resort is equipped with modern ski lifts and prepared ski slopes. Alta Badia is especially popular with experienced skiers, but there is also a small ski area for children and beginners.

Nearest airport:

Bolzano (100 km).

Ski resorts in Italy prices

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Tours to ski resorts in Italy

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The region with the difficult to pronounce name Trentino-Alto Adige is located in northern Italy. It borders with Austria, which it was part of until 1919. Its second name is Südtirol, or South Tyrol. Local residents speak Italian and German, and several Bavarian dialects are also spoken. Trentino-Alto Adige is an important wine region in Italy. Due to the peculiarities of the landscape, it is very popular among skiers and climbers all over the world. In winter it is quite cold and snowy here, the average temperature in January is 0.4º C, while in summer the temperature rarely exceeds 21º C.

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General information

In addition to tourism and winemaking, the region has developed metallurgical industries and agriculture. The region is divided into two autonomous provinces: Trentino with its capital in Trento and South Tyrol with its main city in Bolzano. Passes through Trento Railway

, connecting Italian and Austrian Innsbruck. The second most important transport artery in the region is the A22 highway. Bolzano has a particularly well-developed bus service. Due to the characteristics of the landscape local residents

They actively use the funiculars - there are three of them. The total population of the region is slightly more than 1 million people. The most big cities

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– Trento (117 thousand inhabitants), Bolzano (98 thousand), (Merano, 35 thousand).

History of the region The first settlements on the territory of modern Trentino-Alto Adige arose thanks to the tribes of the Celts and Etruscans. The Romans came here in 15 BC. Their presence in the region has had big influence

for its development; active development of the territory led to the emergence of roads, bridges, and the creation of cities. This primarily concerned the Adige River valley; The mountainous part of the region was not greatly affected; some parts of it have been preserved almost in their original form to this day.

The region changed hands more than once, having repeatedly been part of both Austria and Italy.

Culture

The region is rich in cultural traditions; Over the course of its long history, the customs of various peoples have been mixed here. Each of them left their mark: the city's architecture is as diverse and multifaceted as the local cuisine.

Folklore

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Tourists coming to Trentino-Alto Adige should definitely visit at least one national holiday, for example, at the Matoci carnival. It takes place in the village of Valfloriana and is one of the oldest folk entertainments of this kind in the Alps. This is what costumed wedding processions once looked like; these days it is simply a colorful masquerade that brings great pleasure to both participants and spectators.

Another costume performance awaits guests of the region in the town of Val di Fassa. A parade of fairy-tale monsters, characters from folk tales and legends, takes place here in December. And from mid-January to the end of February, all residents of the valley become participants in one big carnival, which does not stop day or night. The custom originated many years ago in the culture of the Ladins, the indigenous population of these places.

For those who prefer more secular entertainment, there will be interesting to visit the Habsburg carnival (Carnevale Asburgico). These are costume performances in the spirit of balls during the reign of Franz Joseph, taking place at the resort of Madonna di Campiglio.

Kitchen

The culinary tastes of the peoples inhabiting the region are mixed in the most bizarre way. On the menu local cafes and restaurants you can find the favorite dishes of Italians, Swiss, Germans, and Austrians. One of the must-try specialties is the corned beef (carne salada alla trentina).

The meat is salted for several weeks, and then thinly sliced and served with a side dish of onions and beans or lightly fried.

One of the festive dishes prepared during carnivals is called smacafam. Meat broth or milk is added to the buckwheat flour dough and pieces of pork sausage are added, and then baked. Not very healthy, but incredibly satisfying!

We especially note local wines. Dry whites are especially famous, and it is not surprising - the history of winemaking in the region goes back 3,000 years. At the beginning of the 20th century, local sparkling wine, produced using classical technology, appeared here.

The abundance of ski resorts designed for any level of sports and financial training attracts lovers of active recreation in Trentino-Alto Adige. But tourists who prefer leisurely walks along the streets of ancient cities will also have something to do here.

Trento

The main city of Trentino and the capital of the Trento region is located in the Adige Valley, the second longest river in Italy, second only to the Po River. The history of its appearance dates back to the 4th century BC. The symbol of the city is the ancient Buonconsiglio Castle (Castello del Buonconsiglio), built in the mid-13th century. It once served as a princely residence, and is now a museum.

The main cathedral of Trento is named after Saint Vigil (Cattedrale di San Vigilio), the patron saint of the city. It began to be built in the 11th century on the site of an ancient church: there is a version that it was erected over the grave of a saint who died in 405. His relics are kept in the altar of the cathedral.

The city tower (Torre Civica), which rises above the Cathedral Square (Piazza Duomo), also testifies to the antiquity of Trento. The exact date of its construction is unknown, but it definitely happened no later than the 10th century. Its height is 41.5 meters, but in ancient times it was much lower.

Bolzano

The second largest city in the region, Bolzano has been heavily influenced by Austrian culture. Although most residents of the capital of South Tyrol speak Italian, the main language of the province is German. The construction of the city began in the 12th century.

One of the oldest buildings - Cathedral, Duomo di Bolzano, built in the Gothic style.

Another ancient building is the castle of the Marecchio family (Castel Mareccio). His main tower preserved from the 12th century. The castle itself was rebuilt several times, but this did not deprive it of its beauty and monumentality.

The city is known for its unique archaeological find, taken in the Tyrolean Alps in 1991. We are talking about the so-called Similaun man, the most ancient human mummy, found on the territory of modern Europe: the remains are about 5300 years old.

Merano

Located in the north of South Tyrol, near the Italian-Austrian border, it received city status in the 13th century.

It was part of the independent Tyrolean County, and then was transferred to the possession of the Habsburgs.

Since the 15th century, there has been a princely castle, Castello Principesco. It is open to visitors all year round, except for two winter months, January and February. The city is famous for its, as well as a huge botanical garden laid out around Trauttmansdorf Castle (Castello Trauttmansdorf).

One of the most unusual museums city - Women's Museum (Museo delle Donne). The basis of the museum's exhibition is a private collection of women's household items, covering a 200-year period.

Brixen

The relatively small Brixen is more correctly called in Italian, Bressanone. It is located in South Tyrol and is one of the oldest cities in the province, having been founded in 901. In the 11th century, the bishops of Brixen turned their possessions into a powerful principality that played a dominant role in the region. Today it is quiet, green and picturesque city, whose former glory is reminiscent of the cathedral (Duomo di Bressanone) and the bishop's palace (Palazzo Vescovile).

The first one was built in the 10th century, but burned down in 1174. The new building was rebuilt more than once; it acquired its current appearance in the Baroque style in the middle of the 18th century.

The Bishop's Palace was once a real castle, but at the end of the 16th century it was rebuilt, and now it is considered one of the most beautiful residences in South Tyrol.

Resorts in the region

As mentioned above, the region is a real Mecca for skiers. But you should come here not only for the clean mountain air and bright winter sun. Spa resorts are what attract people here who are not experiencing adrenaline hunger attacks. However, nothing prevents you from combining two types of recreation - Many ski resorts also have spa complexes with thermal springs.

Skiing

(Madonna di Campiglio) is a resort for those who care about status. The prices here are high, but the level of services provided and the quality of the trails are beyond praise.
Passo Tonale, on the contrary, is democratic. This is a quiet ski resort that is best suited for beginners.

San Martino di Castrozza (San Martino di Castrozza) is the choice of professionals. There are many long and difficult trails and mountains of incredible beauty.
Val di Fiemme is another popular ski resort, located in a picturesque valley and providing athletes with well-equipped slopes.

Thermal Baths

Ortisei

Ortisei is one of those thermal and ski resorts where you can both ski and undergo a number of relaxing spa treatments. Families often come here; everyone is guaranteed to find something to their liking.

Roncegno

Roncegno has been a thermal resort since 1857. People come here to treat their stomach, relieve asthma, and improve their cardiovascular system.

The Val di Sole offers excellent options for active holidays ski slopes, and calming - in local thermal centers and spa complexes.

You can learn more about the region, plan your route and choose activities for each day of your trip to Trentino-Alto Adige on the official website www.visittrentino.it.