Are you in Bormio, it's winter and you don't know what to do? Here are some ideas for you:
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1. Skiing in Bormio or Santa Caterina
Bormio is the site of ski championships every year, especially famous for its very wide and long 'Olympic' slope dedicated to competitions. The Bormio ski area is on two mountains, and has 14 lifts, 17 slopes, 1 snowpark; lifts are usually open from 8am to 4:30pm (when it starts to get dark). The slopes are concentrated from 2300m to 3000m.
The longest descent (from the highest peak to the lowest lift) is over 1000m in elevation gain, and takes a 15 minutes. Outside of this, the slopes are of medium length, but pleasant. In a day, you will find yourself doing the same slopes 2-3 times.
Also close to Bormio is Santa Caterina Valfurva (20 minutes by car), with a smaller but very nice and quaint ski area, less commercial, higher up (3000 m).
For the ski pass:
Full day (high season)
4 hours (high season)
Adults
56€
50€
Children
41€
34€
2. A relaxing day at the spa
Thanks to its 9,000-year-old hot springs, which feed three state-of-the-art centers, Bormio is known among all wellness lovers as one of the most famous spas in the Alps.
New Baths, QC Terme
The most beautiful and modern spa, with a spectacular infinity pool for the contrast it creates with the cold environment outside, with smoke etc.
Price: 50€ per person approx.
Pools of Bormio (shh - secret spot!).
Free, tiny but quaint, easy to get to, in fact you can drive there, park and walk 5 min from the road.
Enjoy a typical Valtellina dinner on the ski slopes with an incredible view of the town of Bormio.
On the snowmobile it is possible to board 2-3 people at a time, eventually the snowcat will be available.
The snowmobile/snowcat transfer takes about 10 minutes and departs from Bormio 2000 (where you will find free parking for cars and can be reached without problems but snow tires or chains are required).
Menus consisting of typical local dishes are offered, starting from 60€ per person, with or without appetizer, and of course there is the possibility to modify the menu in case of intolerances or presence of children
Walking with alpacas in in Valdidentro between Bormio and Livigno è a’whole experience to be enjoyed in the company of docile and curious animals, trained to be walked easily. Alpacas have a good temperament and a very sweet and friendly appearance.
In addition to getting to know your friendly new four-legged friends, you will come into contact with magnificent trails that crisscross the Stelvio National Park, and during the walk, your guide will tell you lots of interesting facts to give you a thorough understanding of these wonderful creatures and the landscape around you.
È mandatory the presence of one adult for every 3 children.
Walking in the woods with snowshoes on your feet will give you the pleasure of 'winter in the mountains without confusion, without ski lifts, appreciating a magical silence and authentic nature. That's why snowshoeing is worth trying during your vacation.
In Bormio and neighboring valleys, there are many snowshoeing routes, trails in the woods above the villages, you can go hiking during the day but also at night under the moonlight, in complete relaxation, in the company of friends and mountain guides.
Want a tip? Snowshoeing at night with a headlamp around Bormio and then dinner in a nice typical restaurant eating polenta by a lit fireplace
A snowmobile ride to the top of the Eira Pass, to reach the Crap della Parè, is what you're looking for if you want to enjoy one of the most beautiful vantage points in the country that allows you to see the entire valley of Livigno.
The ride takes about 45 minutes and the start is near Trepalle, on the road to Livigno.
If you want to explore Livigno from a different perspective, this is a super fun option to try: you ride in the snow and reach places where it's difficult to get to on foot or even by lifts
The horseback ride has its starting point at the riding stables, in Bormio, where you will find an experienced equestrian guide ready to explain how to use the horse's equipment and mount it safely.
The trail you will follow will be on asphalt and will take you through the green fields of Bormio ending in a forest and you will have a magnificent view of the mountains of Valtellina.
The walks can be booked in any season: in summer you will walk through green fields and in winter through snow and white landscapes. The duration is one hour.
Horseback riding in Bormio gives you a fairy-tale experience in the forests of Valtellina, surrounded by mountains and meadows that are green during summer and snow-covered during winter.
8. Electric fat bike ride, fun and suitable for everyone
The fat bikes Easy Tour in Livigno is an adventurous experience suitable for everyone that will allow you to admire snowy landscapes while pedaling on your e-bike.
In fact, it is a beautiful scenic tour, ideal both for those who have little or no experience with fat e-bikes (with pedal assist), and for those who want to enjoy the mountains around Livigno without too much effort and with a lot of fun, relaxing and enjoying the view
Very beautiful and evocative. We put it last given the low accessibility and availability that make it not for everyone. The cost is 150€ for adults (over 13 years old), and 80€ for children up to 12 years old. Children under 3 years old cannot participate.
Sledding by sled starts when there is sufficient snow cover; you need a good snowfall, of 50-100cm. It can also be done with little snow, but the sled is replaced by a wheeled cart kart (similar to a small bicycle).
Livigno has so much to offer: shopping, adventure, ... and lots of cold 🥶
Milk, shopping, and more
We are not particular fans of shopping, but we know that many are 😄 One note of caution though : even if you don't pay VAT, many times merchants know about it ... and raise prices.
Apart from that, Livigno, the 'Little Tibet' halfway between Italy and Switzerland, is definitely worth a visit - the atmosphere is magical and there is an incredible energy: people out and about doing sports, shopping, tasting, and anything and everything beyond what you can imagine
11. Family bobsleigh at Cima Piazzi - closed winter 2023
Rail bobsleigh that takes advantage of the natural slope of the mountain for over 600 meters in length.
Located in front of the Conca Bianca hut, at the arrival of the Isolaccia-Pian della Mota gondola, the Family Bob is accessible to everyone, alone or in pairs, from 4 years of age (up to 8 years of age, it is mandatory to be accompanied by an adult).
Just like in a high-altitude roller coaster, after a short automated ascent you can launch yourself into a hilarious descent in complete safety: the bobsleigh can reach up to 40 km/h and is equipped with a brake to regulate speed, as well as the indispensable seat belts. It is, of course, forbidden to rear-end other bobsleighs
