Livigno has retained its beauty with a rich culture and rustic charm over the decades and is a destination well known for ski holidays. It's situated in the Valtellina valley in the Alps in close proximity to the Swiss border enjoying a full year of snowfall in its high altitudes. The two mountains adjacent to the village have three well-known skiing areas of Costaccia, Mottolino, and Carosello suited for skiers of any level and aptitude.
For adventure seekers, the range of pistes is 115km with altitudes from 1,820m to 3,000m with a cross country range marking 40km. Mottolinosnow park, one of the first in Italy has gained repute both locally and internationally for its adventure offerings attracting a generation of people who regard snowboarding a lifestyle sport. The ideal season for skiing would be from November to early May.
Travellers seeking culture and a tourist experience in the village will also be treated to about seven mountain restaurants. Many of the resorts offer day trips to Bormio and St. Moritz which are ideal to include during a Livigno ski holiday. Winter in this scenic Alpine region includes outdoor entertainment, husky sledding, go-karting, horse riding, paragliding, and snowshoe walking. Many of the restaurants treat skiers with an apres-ski menu option which are well worth a try. The abundance of bars, pubs, and nightlife is ideal for tourists wanting to meet and socialize with others. Although the town favours Italian cuisine, being within close proximity to the Swiss and Austrian borders allow a wider selection of cuisine to choose from.
The town's ski hotels and you will be treated to an active holiday in the Alpine range. Most hotels allow safes for equipment, laundry, complimentary shuttle services to parts of the town, and ski and boot depositories. They would also allow you to benefit from the host of sports and rental shops, most often located within the resorts.
Shopping in Livigno is a difference experience altogether – even though the town maintains beautiful cafes and rustic bars, it's also home to luxury brands in the contemporary shopping boutiques. As the town has retained its duty-free standard, shopping in any part of the town offers amazing bargains. There are over 250 places for shopping and open-area shopping malls which are unique to Livigno.
Most central parts of the town are car-free; therefore, don't have the rush of traffic to mar your shopping experience. You can even make a visit to the town's many souvenir and gift shops to take home memories of your ski vacation. The well-known wellness facility Aquagranda Spa can be visited after a long day of skiing and adventure of rejuvenation.
The town attracts any level of skiers because of its four terrain parks, for beginners, children, intermediates and one main park. It could be just for you and your partner, or even a ski vacation for your family, a Livigno ski holiday with versatile ski ranges has everyone enthralled.
The destination of Livigno offers a series of benefits for travelers who seek adventure, outdoor activities, and shopping, cultural, and dining experiences.
Martin Wynn
