Everything about the Livigno ski slopes – the best downhill, modern facilities, and useful tips for your vacation in the snow. Plan your perfect trip with Demonerosso’s guide.
Part of the Alta Valtellina mountain community, Livigno is a known Italian and European reference point for lovers of mountains and outdoor activities, in both summer and winter. While during the summer months it turns into a cycling lovers’ paradise, Livigno is a real mecca for alpine skiing throughout the winter.
The area is vast and, in terms of slopes, you’re really spoiled for choice – long, short, steep or almost level, two entire sides equipped with facilities and accommodation, to meet the needs of skiers of all kinds. So to find our way around the ski slopes of Livigno, we’ve chosen the ones that we think are the best, to help people with no experience in these areas especially.
It’s a selection of 5 ski slopes in the Livigno ski area, something for all tastes and for all levels of skiing, from the longest and mildest to the most demanding, with a lot of difference in elevation, gradients and variable conditions.
Elevation difference: 373 meters
Length: 3 km
Difficulty: Medium
The Bellavista slope in Livigno is one of the most panoramic descents in the SITAS Ski area. It offers a spectacular view of the Livigno valley and the surrounding peaks and is perfect not only for experienced skiers, but also for those who want to enjoy the beauty of the Alpine landscape. The length is about 3 km and the slope is classified as red, so it’s suitable for intermediate skiers looking for downhill that’s technical but not too demanding. The piste is particularly appreciated for its width and snow quality, often excellent due to the low temperatures that the altitude ensures. La Bellavista is connected to the vast network of slopes at Carosello 3000, a perfect crossing point for those who want to explore the entire area. That’s not all. The descent ends near refreshment facilities where you can eat and drink after a day’s skiing.
Elevation difference: 445 meters
Length: 1.3 km
Difficulty: hard
The Giorgio Rocca slope, located in the Mottolino ski area in Livigno, is one of the most iconic and difficult descents in the area, ideal for expert skiers looking to test their materials and abilities, in order to keep on improving them. With an elevation difference of almost 500 meters – a major value if you consider that it extends over a length of just over 1 km – the Giorgio Rocca lets you take on challenging gradients, which are no small matter even for experts. The Giorgio Rocca slope has a gentle first stretch, followed by three major drops, the first being the steepest, with two level stretches separating them. It is named after the famous, winning skier Giorgio Rocca, a native of Livigno and winner of a Slalom World Cup in 2006 as well as several world championship medals. It can be accessed via the chairlift that leaves from the town of Teola-Pianoni Bassi.
Elevation difference: 285 meters
Length: 1.1 km
Difficulty: Medium
The Federia slope, located in the Carosello 3000 ski area in Livigno, is one of the most captivating descents for experienced skiers. It’s a red slope about 1 km long, which starts from the top of the Carosello and descends towards the valley of Federia, on the opposite side to the town of Livigno, passing through breathtaking natural scenery. The initial stretch has a constant, medium gradient, while the width of the slope increases considerably in the final stretch, as does the gradient, leading to a final drop of extremely packed snow that takes in the sun for just a few hours in the afternoon. There are also some variations to the side of the main slope. The "Freeride Academy" can also be found between the Federia and Magu slopes – a fresh-snow area where you can get acquainted with freeriding.
Elevation difference: 771 meters
Length: 3.4 km
Difficulty: Medium
The Livigno Pista Centrale, located in the Carosello 3000 area, is one of the main descents for the whole ski area, making it one of the most popular and busiest. With a length of more than 3 km, this red slope offers exciting downhill with varied gradients and breathtaking views. Starting from an altitude of 2,800 meters, the slope descends towards the valley with a very wide first section characterized by various changes in gradient; the second part, after the intermediate cable-car station, changes completely and becomes a narrow path through the forest.
Elevation difference: 190 meters
Length: 0.5 km
Difficulty: Medium
The Trepalle slope in Livigno is located in the upper part of the town, served by the chairlift of the same name, located at an altitude of between 2,160 and 2,350 meters. This slope is classified as red and is also known as Mottolino II. It is very popular and has wide descents and great snow cover preparation, but in the late winter months the snow tends to soften through exposure to the sun. The track is known for its considerable width, where you can adopt your preferred skiing style without restrictions; the gradients are always accessible, never too steep and with no major changes. In addition, due to the high-speed chairlift, it’s particularly quick to get back up to the top.