Ski Areas Italy

Ski Areas Italy

Italy offers winter sports lovers fascinating ski areas, and in combination with the “Dolce Vita” gives it a very special allure. The largest connection of lift systems, the Dolomiti Superski, provides skiers and snowboarders with 1,200 kilometres of piste for riding pleasure. Numerous cosy lodges are ready to serve visitors a nice cappuccino, with which you can relax and enjoy the amazing Italian mountain scenery. Italy has been host the winter Olympics twice (Cortina d'Ampezzo in 1956, Turin in 2006). Bormio, scene of the Alpine ski world cup in 1985 and 2005, is also internationally recognised. Further popular ski areas are Livigno with its duty-free shopping possibilities and the Sella Ronda, an alpenstock in the shape of a plateau in the Dolomites, is also a legendary trip for all ski fans.

Après ski Italy

In Italy the exciting days fade away into great nightlife. In all the larger ski areas you can find après ski locations such as pubs, bars and discos. There are many cosy ski huts in the ski areas themselves and at the valley stations. In addition there is first-class Italian cuisine, which offers particular delicacies for every taste. Bruschetta, pasta, pizza, risotto, zabaglione (a sweet cream made of eggs, sugar and wine) and panna cotta are just a few examples. Evening meal is the main meal of the day and comprises of a starter/antipasti, two main dishes and a dessert.

There is a varied choice of off-piste sporting activities available. Whether it be a leisurely winter or snowshoe hike in the great outdoors, relaxing in a wellness oasis or hang-gliding, paragliding or exciting ice-climbing adventures, there is sure to be something for everyone!