Prato Nevoso
Weather at Prato Nevoso Mondolè Ski
Low: -5.2°C / High: 0.2°C
Wind: WNW 21 km/h
Recent Snowfall
24 hours: 10 cm
7 days: 87 cm
Snow Depth
Base: 110 cm
Season Total: 152 cm
Resort Status
Resort Overview
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Prato Nevoso forms the centrepiece of the Mondolè Ski area, delivering 105km of interconnected skiing across three distinct resort villages in Piedmont's Cuneo province. Located at 1,500m in the Maritime Alps, this purpose-built resort combines excellent beginner and intermediate terrain with the convenience of ski-in ski-out accommodation arranged around a traffic-free village centre. The resort links seamlessly with Artesina and Frabosa Soprana via a comprehensive lift system, creating one of northern Italy's largest ski areas with elevations reaching 2,085m.
Established in 1965, Prato Nevoso was strategically positioned to serve skiers from Turin and Genoa, maintaining its reputation as an accessible mountain destination offering authentic alpine character without excessive crowds. The resort's natural basin configuration provides sheltered skiing with predominantly north-facing slopes preserving snow quality throughout the season. The varied terrain distribution of 41% beginner, 48% intermediate, and 11% advanced runs creates ideal conditions for progression and mixed-ability groups exploring the Mondolè network.
Night skiing operations illuminate 7km of slopes Tuesday through Saturday, featuring floodlit terrain parks and learning areas that extend skiing opportunities well into the evening. The resort's snowpark ranks amongst Piedmont's finest freestyle facilities, offering progressive features from beginner boxes through expert kickers alongside a halfpipe and boardercross track, all accessible directly from the village centre.
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Trails & Terrain
Trails
Total Runs
26
Total Area
105.3km
65.4 miles
Prato Nevoso Mondolè Ski Lift System
The Mondolè Ski lift network comprises 24 installations serving the interconnected area, with Prato Nevoso operating 11 lifts including one six-pack chairlift, one quad chair, one double chair, and eight surface lifts efficiently distributing skiers across 1,278m vertical drop. The modern La Rossa gondola provides the primary access to upper mountain terrain at 2,000m, delivering spectacular panoramic views across the Maritime Alps whilst maintaining consistent uphill capacity. High-speed lifts access all major terrain zones, whilst traditional surface lifts serve dedicated learning areas and beginner progression zones.
The strategic lift placement creates natural circulation patterns throughout the Mondolè network, with connections to Artesina via two red runs and links to Frabosa Soprana through the F4 chairlift enabling seamless exploration across all three resort areas. The hands-free ski pass system streamlines lift access throughout the connected terrain, eliminating queue delays at busy transition points. Night operations utilise four chairlifts maintaining access to illuminated slopes and terrain parks during evening sessions.
The lift infrastructure prioritises family-friendly access with magic carpet installations serving Pratolandia children's area, whilst more challenging terrain accessed via upper lifts attracts confident intermediates and advanced skiers exploring the steeper Artesina sector. Modern snowmaking covers significant terrain ensuring reliable coverage from December openings through late-March closures across the interconnected ski area.
Lifts
Total Lifts
25
Lift Types
7
Lift Breakdown
Season Info
Prato Nevoso typically operates from early December through early April, with peak conditions occurring January through March when the Maritime Alps microclimate delivers consistent snowfall averaging 5m annually. The resort's elevation range between 807m and 2,085m, combined with comprehensive snowmaking across key runs, ensures reliable coverage throughout the core winter months. The predominantly north-facing aspects above 1,500m maintain excellent snow preservation, particularly on upper slopes where natural snowfall supplements artificial coverage.
February represents the snowiest period with substantial accumulations creating optimal powder opportunities across the interconnected Mondolè network. The resort's position in the Ligurian Alps intercepts weather systems tracking from the Mediterranean, occasionally delivering significant snowfall events that refresh terrain between grooming cycles. Spring skiing extends into April with excellent corn snow developing on sun-exposed slopes during afternoon sessions, whilst shaded runs maintain winter-quality coverage well into the season's final weeks.
Night skiing operations run Tuesday through Saturday from 8pm to 11pm during mid-season, offering unique illuminated skiing experiences rarely found in Italian resorts of this scale. The extensive snowmaking infrastructure activates early season, typically enabling substantial terrain access by mid-December. Weekend periods and Italian school holidays attract higher visitor numbers, though the extensive 105km network across three resort areas distributes crowds effectively, maintaining enjoyable skiing conditions throughout peak periods.
Season Info
Current Season
2025 - 2026
Opening Day
12/6/2025
Closing Day
4/6/2026
Days Open
122
Location & Getting There
Situated in Cuneo province approximately 80km from both Turin and Genoa, Prato Nevoso enjoys exceptional accessibility from major northern Italian cities and international airports. Turin Caselle Airport lies 105km north with drive times around 90 minutes, whilst Turin Cuneo Airport offers closer access at roughly 72 minutes driving distance. Alternative international access via Nice Côte d'Azur Airport sits 81km south, providing excellent connectivity for Mediterranean coast visitors seeking alpine skiing experiences.
The resort occupies a spectacular position in the Maritime Alps just 80km from the Ligurian coast, creating the unusual distinction of combining high-altitude skiing with proximity to Mediterranean beaches. This location within the commune of Frabosa Sottana places Prato Nevoso at the heart of the Mondolè Ski network, with direct connections to neighbouring Artesina and Frabosa Soprana villages creating seamless multi-resort exploration. The region's dramatic topography rises sharply from Piedmont valleys, with Prato Nevoso positioned at the natural convergence point of three distinct skiing sectors.
Road access via the A6 motorway followed by SS20 provides straightforward routing from Turin, whilst Genoa visitors approach through scenic mountain roads climbing from the Ligurian coast. The traffic-free village centre concentrates accommodation, dining, and services within easy walking distance of main lifts, eliminating the need for shuttle transport. Public transport options exist via Cuneo with onward connections, though private transfers or rental vehicles offer the most practical access for international visitors. The resort's position equidistant from major Piedmont cities creates an ideal weekend destination for Italian skiers whilst maintaining sufficient remoteness to preserve authentic mountain character.
Prato Nevoso Mondolè Ski
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