Alba Ski Resort Guide
Alba, Italy
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| Recommended For | Expert Skiers, Intermediates, Beginners, Snowboarders, Snowfall and Apres-Ski! |
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| Total Piste Length | 10km |
| Highest Lift | 2,430m |
| Resort Height | 1,520m |
| Nearest Airports | Turin Cuneo and Bologna |
Alba
Nestled in the heart of the Dolomites, Alba is a charming ski resort that offers diverse terrain for all skill levels. With stunning views and excellent facilities, it's perfect for both skiers and snowboarders.
Summary
Alba is part of the expansive Dolomiti Superski area, providing access to over 1,200 km of slopes. This resort features a mix of gentle runs for beginners and challenging pistes for advanced skiers, ensuring a memorable experience for everyone.
The ski area of Alba is in the Italian Dolomites at an altitude of 1,520m, with 10km of marked runs.
Alba has direct access to 10km of downhill skiing, with 7 marked pistes, served by a total of 5 ski lifts.
The ski resort itself is at 1,520m, so skiing or boarding back to the resort is usually possible. With ski lifts as high as 2,430m, snow cover is generally reliable.
Notable Ski Runs
The most difficult run is the 'Ciampac', which is 3km in length.
Snow and Weather
Alba typically enjoys reliable snow conditions, with an average snow depth of around 120 cm during peak season. Regular snowfall and efficient snow-making systems ensure quality skiing; check J2Ski for the latest snow updates.
When will it snow in Alba?
There is currently no significant snow in the 7-day forecast for Alba.
See our long-range Snow Forecast for the latest update.
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Ski Area Stats
Alba Ski Area
| Black Pistes Expert Trails | 1 | |
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| Red Pistes Intermediate Runs | 5 | 16km |
| Blue Pistes Easy Trails | 1 | |
| Downhill Total Length | 10km | |
| Cross Country Total Length | 52km | |
| Ski Lifts Number of Lifts | 5 | |
Alba Altitudes
| Highest Lift | 2,430m |
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| Lowest Piste | 1,520m |
| Resort Altitude (Alba) | 1,520m |
| Max Vertical | 910m |
Ratings & Suitability
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| Apres-Ski |
Skiing
Alba is surrounded by the majestic Dolomites, featuring ski areas that reach elevations of up to 2,500 meters. Notable pistes include the challenging 'Black 2' and the scenic 'Red 4', serviced by efficient lifts such as the 'Baita Cuz' and 'Alpe di Siusi' gondolas, ensuring quick access to the slopes.
There are a variety of pistes to suit all levels of skier ability, from Beginner to Expert.
Snowboarding
Snowboarders will appreciate the terrain parks at Alba, especially the 'Fun Park' which caters to all levels with jumps and rails. The resort also offers ample off-piste opportunities for those seeking adventure.
Location and Map
Where is Alba?
This ski resort is in the Italian Dolomites in Province of Cuneo, Piedmont.
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How to get there
By Air
The nearest airport to Alba is Turin Cuneo, 55 minutes drive away.
Bologna, Turin Caselle, Genoa, Verona, Milan Linate, Milan Malpensa, Forlì, Firenze and Bergamo airports are all within three hours drive.
Bologna and Turin Cuneo are just one hours drive away, in good driving conditions, so you can be on the piste quickly.
To reach Alba, fly into Bolzano Airport, approximately 40 km away, or Verona Airport, about 150 km distant. Both airports offer convenient transfer options to the resort.
Infrastructure
Ski Lift Capacity
The five ski lifts are able to uplift 8,258 skiers and snowboarders every hour.
Snow Making
Snow-making is available, on 9km of ski runs,.
Season Dates
When is Alba open?
We don't currently have confirmed season dates, but hope to soon.
Usual opening is early December (Opens last weekend November or first weekend December depending on how calendar falls), and usual closing is Early April.
NOTE:- Ski area, lift and piste opening is subject to Current Snow Conditions.
Aprés Ski
After a day on the slopes, enjoy the vibrant après-ski scene with cozy bars like 'Piz Seteur' and lively restaurants such as 'Rifugio Fienile' serving local cuisine. For nightlife, check out 'Club 151' for music and dancing.
