Ski holidays in Italy
Italy ski holidays
An Italy ski holiday combines excellent skiing with spectacular mountain scenery, traditional Alpine villages and some of the best mountain cuisine in Europe. From the dramatic peaks of the Dolomites to the Italian Alps, there is plenty to explore both on and off the slopes.
Ski holidays in Italy are particularly popular with intermediate skiers, thanks to wide, well-groomed pistes, long cruising runs and extensive ski areas to explore. There is also plenty of terrain for beginners and more experienced skiers, making Italy a versatile choice for families, couples and groups.
Italian ski resorts are also known for their welcoming atmosphere and excellent food. Mountain restaurants serve everything from traditional regional dishes to classic Italian favourites, often at good value compared with other major Alpine destinations. It's a combination that makes Italy a great choice for skiers who want to enjoy the mountains at a more relaxed pace.
If you're not sure which Italian resort is right for you, our Ski Specialists can help you choose the destination and accommodation that best suits your group.
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Ski areas in Italy
Skiing in Italy offers an impressive variety of terrain and some of the most distinctive mountain scenery in the Alps. The Italian Alps and Dolomites are home to extensive ski areas, with everything from gentle slopes for beginners and wide cruising pistes for intermediates to more challenging terrain for advanced skiers.
The Dolomites are particularly popular with intermediate skiers. The pistes are generally wide and well maintained, making it easy to cover plenty of ground during a week's holiday. Many of the ski areas are also linked by lifts and pistes, giving you the opportunity to explore several valleys and resorts.
For beginners, Italian resorts offer a good choice of ski schools and dedicated nursery slopes, while experienced skiers can find steeper terrain, off-piste routes and challenging runs across the larger ski areas.
Away from the skiing, Italy offers a different Alpine experience to France or Austria. Traditional villages, dramatic limestone peaks and excellent mountain restaurants are all part of the appeal.
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Italy ski holidays with Skiworld
An Italy ski holiday is a chance to experience a different side of the Alps, combining varied skiing with spectacular scenery, traditional resorts and excellent food.
We offer a range of hotels and apartments across Italian ski destinations, with options to suit different groups and budgets. Whether you're looking to explore the Sellaronda, ski in the Dolomites or discover one of Italy's other mountain resorts, our Ski Specialists can help you find the right holiday.
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21 Hotels in Italy
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2 Experiences in Italy
Ski resorts in Italy
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Cortina
(Sellaronda) Cortina is known as ‘The Queen of the Dolomites’. This small mountain town in the Ampezzo valley at 1,220m has a history steeped in tourism, mountaineering and of course, skiing – including being the host of the 1956 winter games. Often associated with glitz and glamour, you might well catch a glimpse of a celebrity or two on the streets or slopes.
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Corvara & Colfosco
(Sellaronda) The twin resorts of Corvara and Colfosco, joined by the Borest gondola are located on a sunny plateau with an ideal location to access the Sellaronda and the rest of the Dolomiti Superski Area. Both featuring challenging skiing for beginners and intermediates and a variation in tempo, from the quaint vibe in Colfosco to the chic party atmosphere in Corvara.
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Courmayeur
Access to a huge ski area including Chamonix from the refreshingly idyllic surrounds of an Italian mountain village with great food and boutique shops. Ski the famous Vallée Blanche and soak in the breathtaking views of Mont Blanc.
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La Thuile
Located in the l'Espace San Barnado ski area with over 152km of slopes is the compact and fun ski village of La Thuile. British skiers may best know it for being connected to the French resort of La Rosiere, but La Thuile is a destination in its own right with fast, fun slopes best suited to intermediate and above ski abilities. A bustling village centre with a slant more on dining than apres ski makes this resort a great one for families.
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La Villa
(Sellaronda) La Villa, the central village in the Alta Badia valley, is located at the intersection the skiable routes to the neighbouring village of Corvara, San Cassiano and Badia. The village itself is large enough to offer a good range of accommodation and dining, without feeling in any way overdeveloped.
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Madonna di Campiglio
A secluded mountain town in the Val Redena area of the Italian Dolomites home to varied and extensive ski runs and a chic pedestrianised resort centre, both featuring many options to enjoy fine food and wine. After exploring the 7 areas on your ski pass, enjoy the more relaxed style of apres on offer.
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San Cassiano
At 1,537m and glistening under the looming Lavarela and Conturines massifs, sits the village of San Cassiano. Part of the Alta Badia ski area and located at the eastern edge in a sunny valley, San Cassiano is internationally popular as a ski destination thanks to the immaculately groomed slopes, selection of top hotels and a glut of outstanding restaurants including two with Michelin stars.
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Selva Val Gardena
(Sellaronda) With its distinct Tyrollean charm, Val Gardena is a feature resort of the famous Sella Ronda ski circuit. Offering stunning views of the Dolomites, the combination of tree-lined and high alpine slopes are truly excellent.