Italy, Europe
Bormio
Bormio: 50km terrain, 1,817m vertical, legendary Stelvio piste. Hosting 2026 Olympics. Historic spa town in Stelvio National Park.
Season 2025 - 2026
Opens
6 Dec 2025
Closes
6 Apr 2026
Days open
121
Annual snow
4m
The Overview
Michael Fulton
Melbourne-based skier and snowboarder with 50+ resorts across 5 continents. Specialises in Australian resorts and international resort comparisons.
Bormio delivers 50 kilometres of predominantly intermediate and advanced skiing on Cima Bianca mountain, featuring Italy's longest continuous descent at 8.5 kilometres with a vertical drop of 1,817 metres from summit to base. The resort will host men's Alpine skiing and the Olympic debut of ski mountaineering at the Milano Cortina 2026 Winter Olympics, showcasing the legendary Stelvio downhill course that has hosted World Championships in 1985 and 2005.
Modern snowmaking systems cover approximately 40 kilometres of marked runs, whilst the predominantly north-facing terrain above 1,900 metres ensures reliable snow preservation throughout winter. The historic town sits within Stelvio National Park, uniquely combining world-class skiing with Roman-era thermal baths that have operated continuously for over 2,000 years.
1817m
Vertical
30
Runs
50 km
Piste
4m
Annual snow
The Terrain
30 runs across 50 km of piste
Bormio spreads 30 runs across 50 km of piste of terrain. It leans intermediate at 44%, with 10 beginner runs to find your feet and 7 advanced or expert runs when you want to push.
Terrain split
30
runs
30 runs across 4 grades
Beginner10 runs · 32%
Intermediate13 runs · 44%
Advanced7 runs · 24%
Expert0 runs · 0%
Time it right
When to visit Bormio
The 2025/26 season operates from 5 December 2025 through 12 April 2026, though operations face restrictions from 28 January to 22 February 2026 due to hosting the Milano Cortina 2026 Winter Olympics. The resort's elevation spanning 1,200 to 3,017 metres with predominantly north-facing aspects ensures excellent snow preservation, averaging 225 centimetres of annual snowfall.
Optimal conditions typically occur from December through March when full operations extend across all terrain zones. The high-altitude positioning within Stelvio National Park provides reliable coverage well into April on upper slopes, particularly after overnight freezes, whilst the 40 kilometres of snowmaking coverage supplements natural accumulation during marginal periods.
Season 2025 - 2026
6 Dec 2025
Opens
6 Apr 2026
Closes
121
Days open
4 m
Annual snow
Getting there
Getting to Bormio, and where to stay
Located in Lombardy's upper Valtellina valley within Stelvio National Park, Bormio sits approximately 200 kilometres northeast of Milan requiring a scenic three-hour drive through the Valtellina region. The historic spa town dates to Roman times with medieval architecture surrounding central Piazza Cavour and thermal springs that have attracted visitors for over two millennia, including Leonardo da Vinci who documented the baths in his Atlantic Codex.
The multi-day Alta Valtellina ski pass provides access to 110 kilometres of terrain across Bormio, Santa Caterina Valfurva, and Cima Piazzi-San Colombano, connected by complimentary ski bus services. The destination uniquely combines championship skiing with three thermal spa facilities including the ancient Bagni Vecchi, creating a multidimensional mountain experience blending athletic challenge with wellness traditions.
Where to stay
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Latest News
From the SnowStash desk
Spain Moves to Ban Smoking at Ski Resorts Under New Tobacco Law
Spain's government has approved a draft tobacco law that would ban smoking across a wide range of outdoor spaces, including sports venues - a category Spanish winter sports media expect to cover ski resorts, potentially extending to slopes and lifts themselves. The rules would also apply to e-cigarettes and vaping devices, even nicotine-free ones. The bill still has to clear the Spanish parliament before any ban, signage, or fines can take effect.
22 July 2026
South Tyrol Approves New 16-Person Ciampinoi Gondola in Val Gardena
South Tyrol has approved a full rebuild of the Ciampinoi cable car in Selva di Val Gardena, replacing the current 12-person gondola with a 16-person cabin and a new mountain-station restaurant. Capacity is capped at 3,200 people an hour rather than the 3,600 the operator wanted, and 250,000 euros must go toward compensatory measures. No construction or opening date has been set, though the upgrade is partly aimed at clearing bottlenecks before the 2031 Alpine Ski World Championships.
22 July 2026
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21 July 2026
La Thuile's New Cable Car Replaces Two Ageing Chairlifts
La Thuile is spending 38.7 million US dollars on a new 10-person cable car linking Les Suches to Chaz Dura, replacing the La Combe and Chaz Dura chairlifts after nearly forty years of service. Built by Leitner, the new cable car runs 1,950 metres to a top station at 2,576 metres, carrying up to 3,000 people an hour with a six-minute ride. It also improves the connection to La Rosiere in France via the Petit-Saint-Bernard Pass, and is on track to open for the 2026/27 season.
21 July 2026
The Remarkables Adds Scarpa Bowl to Its Inbounds Terrain
The Remarkables is adding new inbounds terrain for winter, bringing the Scarpa Bowl - known locally as the Toilet Bowl - into its lift-accessed network after years as backcountry-only ground. The roughly 500 metre run is reached by bootpacking from the top of the Sugar Bowl chairlift, with a shuttle picking skiers up from the road at the bottom. It's a smaller, faster addition than the resort's planned Doolans expansion, though the new terrain hasn't opened yet due to a lack of snow this season.
21 July 2026
Ski Portillo Cut Off After Storm Dumps More Than 4.5 Metres of Snow
Ski Portillo remains isolated after an extended storm buried the Chilean resort under more than 4.5 metres of snow, with both ground and air access suspended since Tuesday while crews monitor avalanche hazards and worsening weather. Resort officials say further snowfall is expected in the coming days and haven't set a timeline for reopening the mountain road. Once access resumes, the scale of the snowpack could set up a strong season at one of the Southern Hemisphere's most historic ski resorts.
21 July 2026
Resort Spotlight: Lotte Arai - Japan's Corporate Ski Anomaly With 22 Metres of Annual Snowfall
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19 July 2026
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18 July 2026
Lift tickets
14 pass options
Single-day passes
Adult 18–64
Adult Full Day (Bormio Only)
€53up to €63 peak
Full day lift ticket for Bormio ski area in Lombardy. Experience 50km of slopes at Italy's Olympic venue with dynamic pricing offering up to 25% savings when booked in advance online.
Buy passSenior 65–99
Senior Full Day (Bormio Only)
€30up to €36 peak
Senior daily lift ticket for Bormio ski resort. Discounted skiing at Italy's premier Alpine destination with 13 lifts serving varied terrain from beginner to Olympic downhill.
Buy passYouth 8–17
Junior Full Day (Bormio Only)
€49up to €60 peak
Youth full day ticket for Bormio at 50% adult pricing. Young skiers experience world-class Italian skiing in Stelvio National Park with access to snowpark and beginner areas.
Buy passChild 0–7
Child (7 & Under) - Baby Free
Free
Free skiing for children 7 and under at Bormio when accompanying adult purchases any 1-21 day pass. Italian Alps family skiing with gentle learning terrain in Lombardy.
Buy passAdult 18–64
Bormio 3000 Full Cable Car Roundtrip
€27
Complete roundtrip cable car experience from Bormio to Cima Bianca at 3000m. Italian Alps sightseeing with breathtaking Stelvio National Park panoramas and summit facilities.
Buy passHalf-day passes
Adult 18–64
Adult 4-Hour Pass (Bormio Only)
€49up to €58 peak
Four-hour skiing at Bormio in the Italian Alps. Access to the legendary Stelvio slope within Stelvio National Park, venue for the 2026 Winter Olympics Alpine skiing events.
Buy passSenior 65–99
Senior 4-Hour Pass (Bormio Only)
€28up to €34 peak
Four-hour discounted ticket for seniors at Bormio in the Stelvio National Park. Access to World Cup skiing terrain with spectacular Alpine views in northern Italy.
Buy passYouth 8–17
Junior 4-Hour Pass (Bormio Only)
€46up to €57 peak
Discounted four-hour pass for youth at Bormio. Junior skiers enjoy half-price access to Italian Alps skiing with family-friendly terrain and excellent ski school programs.
Buy passMulti-day passes
Adult 18–64
Adult 2-Day Multi-Area Pass
€106up to €120 peak
Two-day pass valid across all three Bormio ski areas: Bormio, Santa Caterina, and Cima Piazzi-San Colombano. Experience 110km of Italian Alps skiing with free ski bus connecting resorts.
Buy passAdult 18–64
Adult 3-Day Multi-Area Pass
€154up to €176 peak
Three-day pass for Bormio ski network in Italian Alps. Ski across 110km in Bormio, Santa Caterina, and Cima Piazzi-San Colombano with free connecting ski bus service.
Buy passAdult 18–64
Adult 4-Day Multi-Area Pass
€201up to €232 peak
Four-day pass across Bormio ski network in Italian Alps. Maximum flexibility to explore 110km of slopes including legendary Stelvio downhill and family terrain in Lombardy.
Buy passAdult 18–64
Adult 5-Day Multi-Area Pass
€237up to €287 peak
Five-day Bormio skipass for Italian Alps skiing vacation. Access to 110km across Bormio Olympic venue, Santa Caterina white paradise, and Cima Piazzi family area in Lombardy.
Buy passAdult 18–64
Adult 6-Day Multi-Area Pass
€267up to €329 peak
Six-day pass for Bormio ski network in Lombardy. Week-long Italian Alps skiing across 110km with Olympic downhill access and family-friendly terrain at multiple resorts.
Buy passAdult 18–64
Adult 7-Day Multi-Area Pass
€287up to €360 peak
Seven-day Bormio pass for full week Italian Alps skiing. Complete access to 110km across Bormio World Cup venue, Santa Caterina paradise, and Cima Piazzi family area in Lombardy.
Buy passBormio lift tickets & passes
The 2025 - 2026 season at Bormio closed on Apr 6, 2026. Check back for next season's opening date and ticket pricing.
Day passes start from €27, with peak rates up to €63.
Lift tickets FAQ
How much does a Bormio day pass cost?
Bormio day passes range from €27 to €63 depending on the date and advance booking.
Can I buy Bormio lift tickets online?
Yes, you can purchase tickets directly from the resort website or at the resort ticket office.
Are there discounts for multi-day passes?
Yes, multi-day packages typically offer significant savings compared to individual day passes. The per-day cost decreases with longer stays.
What is included with a Bormio lift ticket?
Full access to all lifts and trails at Bormio, including mountain safety and patrol services.
What is the difference between Bormio lift tickets and ski passes?
"Lift tickets" and "ski passes" refer to the same thing at Bormio - your access to the mountain's lifts and trails for your chosen duration.
When should I buy Bormio lift tickets for the best price?
Purchase tickets at least 7 days in advance for the best rates, and consider weekday visits for further savings over weekend rates.
Does Bormio offer group discounts on lift tickets?
Group discounts are typically available for parties of 10 or more. Contact Bormio directly for group booking information and rates.
How can I check current conditions before buying tickets?
Before purchasing, check the live snow report and mountain webcams to see current weather, snow conditions, and lift operations at Bormio.
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