Livigno is a ski resort that can easily be called the snow paradise, here it is possible to practice all winter sports, first of all skiing. For downhill skiing are present tracks for 115 kilometres, divided into 12 black, 37 red and 29 blue, with a network of ski lifts that include 11 sky lifts, 6 cable cars and 14 chair lifts; the descents are located at altitudes ranging from a minimum of 1800 to a maximum of 2900 meters above sea level. The ski area of Livigno is divided into 2 macro ski areas, Mottolino and Carosello 3000, these two stations compete for the 2 mountain slopes of the valley and manage their respective skiable domains separately. Despite the competition and the rivalry between there is also an excellent relationship of collaboration which provides for a single ski pass in order to access all the slopes without distinction.
Among the various descents we find the Polvere slope, characterized by a series of boardercross paths, a real attraction for those who have such a mastery of skiing that they can face dips, parabolic curves and steep slopes; and what about the Natural Pipe, a natural depression that allows all freestylers and snowboard enthusiasts to perform exciting stunts.
30 km of slopes are dedicated to Nordic skiing constantly beaten and kissed by the sun. Livigno is also equipped with an important snowpark, organized according to different lines based on difficulty, from S for beginners to XL for great enthusiasts and experts; also worth mentioning is the jibbing area, equipped with dozens of structures including boxes, walls, banks, rails.
For those who want to look back to the past and in general for all those who want to rediscover the flavor of traditional skiing techniques, it is possible to practice telemark, right in the area that annually hosts the international festival, the Free Heel Fest.
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Siberian climate and always abundant snow
Livigno is known by all as “little Tibet” a definition that compares it to the high mountains of the Himalayas where snow and frost are a constant. This area of Alta Valtellina is famous for being one of the coldest in all of Italy, the high altitude and its particular geographical position expose it to icy currents that rage throughout the winter season bringing the mercury column to mark even the -30 degrees. Siberian temperatures go hand in hand with the abundant snowfall which ensure always fresh snow throughout the winter so as to extend the ski season until May 1st.
More snow sports
Another widespread winter activity is thesnowshoe excursion, along the valleys covered in soft snow; the same ones that can be traveled by practicing it ski mountaineering and the novelty that in recent years has been enjoying great success among snow-goers; Nordic walking, ideal for all age groups to keep fit by stimulating circulation without excessive effort.
And again in Livigno you can have fun with: free rides (fresh snow never fails here), ice climbing, heliskiing (like in Alaska), snow riding, ice go-karting, snow kiting, snowmobiles, snowbikes, skating , dog sledding, Quad.
Wellness holidays
Over the years the ski resort of Livigno has never stopped and continues to work to offer the most complete holiday possible, recently the offer dedicated to wellness holidays in the snow. Dozens of hotels today offer, in addition to the traditional winter stay, also a series of wellness treatments such as massages and sessions in the SPA to regenerate the body and drive away the stress accumulated during working days.
Wellness tourism in Livigno finds its maximum expression in Acquagranda Wellness Park, one of the largest wellness centers in Europe with modern facilities beauty farm, turkish bath, fitness centre and various wellness paths with itineraries that lead towards pleasure and well-being.
Duty free, shopping without VAT
Livigno is famous not only for its snow and intense frost but also for being a “free zone” or a country where taxes are not paid. We are not talking about tax evasion but about a law of the Italian State which has made this border town, free from national taxation. The products here cost much less than in other winter destinations because they are tax-free. This has led to the birth of a particular tourism made up of shopping along the streets of the center among shops and boutiques where you can unleash your desire to buy.
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