Forni di Sopra is a small mountain reality that is geographically located in the region of Friuli Venezia Giulia circumscribed between the hamlets of Vico, Andrazza and Cella.
The proximity to the Dolomites and the wide meadows that surround it make Forni di Sopra a rare diamond among mountain destinations in Italy to the point that UNESCO itself in 2009 recognized the Dolomites as a World Heritage Site.
Not only skiing and snow-related activities, Forni di Sopra is an ancient village whose Roman origins allow tourists to admire realities that have remained untouched by time by walking through the villages that border Forni di Sopra such as Vico, Andrazza and Cella.
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Skiing in Forni di Sopra
Forni is a small ski resort which can count on a total of about 12 km of slopes, different colors for specific difficulties which can be alternated according to one's level of preparation.
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For cross-country ski lovers there are also dedicated rings that wind along the valley with a total of 13km of slopes.
The size of the locality makes it a destination indicated above all for families with children looking for a quiet ski destination where to start skiing or snowboarding. Here costs for one White week appear to be more contained compared to the big ski resorts but the tranquility and the views will satisfy everyone anyway.
Especially for children you will find a simple and safe territory, ski schools with well-trained instructors and activities that go beyond skiing such as the "Fantasy Snow Park", a snow play area completely dedicated to them.
What to do for those who don't ski
Although Fondi di Sopra is known for its ski slopes due to its proximity to the Dolomites, skiing is not the only activity offered by the area.
Forni di sopra is characterized above all by a slow tourism which favors the discovery of nature and sports activities in tune with it. During the winter they can be done excursions with snowshoes and go into the woods to admire the fir trees and free-roaming animals present on the spot.
Those who love art, on the other hand, can get lost in the remains of the Roman era that characterize the nearby villages of Vico, Andrazza and Cella, making a truly extraordinary journey into the past.
If you love art you must not miss the visits to Sacuidic Castle and the Church of San Floriano, architectural structures of immense splendor.
Also who is a lover of good cooking he can decide to embark on a culinary journey among the typical local dishes at km0 with cheeses and the use of herbs harvested on the slopes of the same mountains for unique combinations.
The walks with snowshoes, snowboarding and the slopes created and designed for the little ones like the famous center Fantasy Snow Park.
Here i children with absolute safety they have the opportunity to spend time on the snow with bobsleds, sleds and dinghies making friends and spending pleasant hours with their peers.
Very popular are trips with the snowcat, especially those at night where the atmosphere becomes even more magical thanks to the reflection of the lights on the snow.
Official site
For more information: Forni di Sopra official website
