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The region Sondrio is found in Lombardy and astounds with its varied landscape. The panoramic view from the peak of the local range or the Forni glacier is very impressive. The many vineyards and the surrounding hillside area invite guests to take a romantic walk through the lovely winter landscape. Numerous nature reserves guarantee an impressive natural spectacle. Particularly lovely is the Stelvio National Park. Here, beneath the Ortler mountains and the "Alta Valtellina" ski area, three valleys meet. Livigno is known, above all, as a customs and tax-free shopping paradise. Whether culture, sport or relaxation - guests get their money's worth in Sondrio. Livigno - snow and shopping paradise!
Livigno is located on the sun-drenched side of the Lombardy Alps, not far from St. Moritz. The popular resort is situated at a snow-sure 1,816 m, and hosts several international competitions; it is also known across its borders as a duty-free shopping paradise. The district Trepalle (1,900-2,250 m) is the highest permanently inhabited settlement in Europe. Traditional wooden houses dot the village, and the resorts location on the southern side of the Alps ensures that the valley is drenched with sun.
The broad pistes are always well prepared, and the gigantic snowpark offers boarders all that their hearts desire. After a day of skiing, relax in one of the cosy mountain lodges for a bit of apres ski or look around some of the duty-free shops and enjoy tax-free shopping. In Livigno's duty-free zone, you'll be able to purchase not just perfume, alcohol and cigarettes (with restrictions on export), but also clothes, watches, cameras, and petrol at up to 40% savings! Prices are also reasonable near the slopes, meaning one thing: More holiday for less money!
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| Highest point ski resort |
3,012 m |
| Lowest point ski resort |
1,225 m |
| Number of lifts |
70 |
| Number of drag lifts |
36 |
| Number of chair lifts |
25 |
| Number of cable cars |
9 |
| Total pistes |
215 km |
| Green/blue pistes |
65 km |
| Red pistes |
117 km |
| Black pistes |
33 km |
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| The ski region Alta Vatellina includes, amongst others, the areas of Livigno, Bormio, Santa Caterina and Valdidentro. The ski paradise Livigno - Monte della Neve - Carosello offers 115 kilometres of piste and 31 lifts. With its perfectly prepared slopes spanning both sides of the resort, it is located in a protected basin not far from the Swiss border. Broad pistes, most of them located above the tree-line, ensure fantastic descents. The largest selection of pistes is located between Carosello 3000 and Vetta Blesaccia. Considering the close proximity to Switzerland, a day trip to St. Moritz can be highly recommended. The districts Bormio, Valdidentro and Santa Caterina include 100 kilometres of piste and 39 lifts. Due to the high altitude (1,225 m – 3,012 m) and several snow-making ensure a high level of snow and fun on a champion piste. |
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