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Alta Valtellina Ski Resort Guide

Alta Valtellina, Italy

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Ski Area Highlights
Recommended ForExpert Skiers, Intermediates, Beginners and Snowboarders!
Highest Lift3,020m
Lowest Lift1,230m
 Nearest AirportsBolzano and Innsbruck Airport
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Alta Valtellina

Alta Valtellina offers breathtaking alpine scenery and diverse slopes. It is a perfect destination for both skiers and snowboarders of all levels.

 Summary

Nestled in the Italian Alps, Alta Valtellina features over 100 kilometers of ski runs across several interconnected resorts. With a mix of challenging pistes and family-friendly slopes, it caters to all skiing abilities.

The ski area of Alta Valtellina comprises the ski slopes of Bormio, Livigno and Santa Caterina.

The ski area includes 3 Ski Resorts with a combined total of 112 marked pistes, served by a total of 62 ski lifts. The appropriate Lift Pass allows you to ski or snowboard in any of the ski areas of Bormio, Livigno and Santa Caterina.

With ski lifts as high as 3,020m, skiing and snowboarding is assured throughout the season.

Snow and Weather

Alta Valtellina boasts reliable snow conditions, with average snow depths ranging from 80 to 200 cm. With significant snowfall throughout the season, skiers are encouraged to check the latest snow reports on J2Ski for up-to-date information.

When will it snow in Alta Valtellina?

The next notable snow forecast is 1cm, expected on 4 August.

See our long-range Snow Forecast for the latest update.

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Ski Area Stats

Alta Valtellina Ski Area

Piste and Lift Stats
Black Pistes
Expert Trails
16
Red Pistes
Intermediate Runs
57
Blue Pistes
Easy Trails
39
Ski Lifts
Number of Lifts
62

Alta Valtellina Altitudes

Lift Heights and Resort Altitude
Highest Lift3,020m
Lowest Piste1,230m

Ratings & Suitability

Ratings for Alta Valtellina
Expert Skiers
Intermediate Skiers
Beginners
Snowboarding

Skiing

The ski areas of Alta Valtellina include Bormio, Livigno, and Santa Caterina, with elevations reaching up to 3,012 meters. Notable pistes include the famous 'Stelvio' run and the 'Pista del Sole', accessible via lifts such as the Bormio 2000 and the Livigno gondola.

There are a variety of pistes to suit all levels of skier ability, from Beginner to Expert.

Ski Lessons in Alta Valtellina

Find a Ski Instructor

To choose a Ski School, and book Group Ski Lessons or a Private Instructor, see Alta Valtellina Ski Schools and Alta Valtellina Ski Instructors.

Snowboarding

Snowboarders will enjoy the terrain parks in Livigno, particularly the Mottolino Fun Mountain, which features a variety of jumps and rails. The resort's diverse terrain also offers plenty of off-piste options for adventurous riders.

Location and Map

Where is Alta Valtellina?

This ski resort is in Valdidentro, Province of Sondrio, Italy.

Map

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How to get there

 By Air

The nearest airport to Alta Valtellina is Bari, 79 minutes drive away.

Bolzano, Innsbruck Airport, Bergamo, Brescia and St. Gallen-Altenrhein airports are all within three hours drive.

To reach Alta Valtellina, fly into Milan Malpensa or Bergamo airports, followed by a scenic drive of approximately 3 hours. Regular bus services also connect these airports to the resort.

Infrastructure

Ski Lift Capacity

There are 62 ski lifts.

Season Dates

When is Alta Valtellina open?

We don't currently have confirmed season dates, but hope to soon.

NOTE:- Ski area, lift and piste opening is subject to Current Snow Conditions.

Aprés Ski

After a day on the slopes, visitors can unwind at popular spots like the 'Miky's Bar' and 'Ristorante Al Caminetto'. For nightlife, check out 'The Club' in Livigno for a lively atmosphere.

Alta Valtellina