
Alto Sangro
Weather at Alto Sangro
Low: 2.7°C / High: 8.1°C
Wind: W 11 km/h
Recent Snowfall
24 hours: 0 cm
7 days: 0 cm
Snow Depth
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Season Total: 0 cm
Resort Status
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Resort Overview
Alto Sangro combines five interconnected ski areas—Roccaraso, Rivisondoli, Pescocostanzo, Pizzalto, and Aremogna—creating central Italy's largest winter sports destination with 110 kilometres of diverse terrain. Located in Abruzzo's mountain heart at elevations between 1,250 and 2,140 metres, the resort area benefits from both Adriatic and Mediterranean weather influences, resulting in abundant natural snowfall complemented by cutting-edge snowmaking. The varied terrain includes wide cruising runs, technical descents through beech forests, and dedicated beginner zones, making Alto Sangro remarkably versatile for all ability levels.
Trails & Terrain
Trails
Total Runs
79
Total Area
90.5km
56.2 miles
Location & Getting There
Set within Abruzzo's National Park region 180 kilometres east of Rome, Alto Sangro combines outstanding natural beauty with rich cultural heritage. The resort's principal towns—Roccaraso, Rivisondoli, and Pescocostanzo—feature distinctive medieval architecture and traditional stone buildings housing authentic restaurants specialising in regional mountain cuisine. The area benefits from good transport links via the A25 motorway and railway connections to Rome and Naples, both approximately two hours distant. This central location in the Apennine mountains places visitors in a region known for its wildlife diversity, including rare Marsican brown bears and Apennine wolves.
Alto Sangro
, italy
Season Info
The Alto Sangro winter season typically spans from early December through mid-April, with January and February delivering optimal conditions. The area receives approximately 3.5 metres of natural snowfall annually, enhanced by extensive snowmaking that ensures consistent coverage across 80% of all marked runs. Early season operations concentrate on higher elevation sectors, particularly around Monte Pratello, before expanding as conditions permit. Spring brings increasingly warm temperatures, with the best skiing typically available on north-facing slopes. The resort's events calendar features January's historic skiing competitions and February's traditional Carnival celebrations.
Current Season
Opening Day
1/1/1970
Closing Day
1/1/1970
Days Open
1
Annual Snowfall
Metric
3.5m
350cm
Imperial
11.5ft
138in
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