Livigno is a ski resort that can easily be described as a snow paradise . All winter sports are possible here, especially skiing. Alpine skiing offers 115 kilometers of slopes , divided into 12 black, 37 red, and 29 blue, with a network of ski lifts that includes 11 skylifts, 6 gondolas, and 14 chairlifts. The slopes are located at altitudes ranging from 1800 to 2900 meters above sea level. The Livigno ski area is divided into two major ski areas, Mottolino and Carosello 3000. These two resorts compete for the two mountain sides of the valley and manage their respective ski areas separately. Despite competition and rivalry, there is also an excellent collaborative relationship that provides a single ski pass for unbiased access to all slopes.
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 constantly groomed and sun-kissed trails are dedicated to Nordic skiing . Livigno also boasts a large snow park, organized into several lines based on difficulty, from S for beginners to XL for serious enthusiasts and experts. Also noteworthy is the jibbing area, equipped with dozens of features including boxes, walls, banks, and 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 as " Little Tibet ," a term that compares it to the high mountains of the Himalayas, where snow and ice are a constant. This area of Alta Valtellina is famous for being one of the coldest in all of Italy. Its high altitude and unique geographical position expose it to icy currents that rage throughout the winter season, bringing temperatures as low as -30 degrees Celsius . The Siberian temperatures combine with abundant snowfall , ensuring consistently fresh snow throughout the winter, extending 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 in Livigno you can also have fun with: free riding (there is never a shortage of fresh snow here), ice climbing, heliskiing (like in Alaska), snow horseback riding, ice go-karting, snow kiting, snowmobiling, snowbiking, skating, dog sledding, and quad biking.
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 cold, but also for being a " free zone ," meaning a place where taxes are exempt. We're not talking about tax evasion, but rather an Italian law that made this border town exempt from national taxation . Products here cost much less than other winter destinations because they are tax-free. This has led to the development of a unique type of tourism, centered around shopping along the city center's streets, among shops and boutiques where you can indulge your cravings.
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