Piani di Bobbio
Weather at Piani di Bobbio
Low: 1.2°C / High: 1.2°C
Wind: N 6 km/h
Recent Snowfall
24 hours: 11 cm
7 days: 92 cm
Snow Depth
Base: 0 cm
Season Total: 109 cm
Resort Status
Resort Overview
Piani di Bobbio offers 35 kilometres of varied skiing across the Lombardy Pre-Alps, with elevations ranging from 1,650 to 2,200 metres just 70 kilometres from Milan. The resort's unique position delivers spectacular views across Lake Como and the Po Valley, with clear-day perspectives extending to Milan's skyline. Modern snowmaking systems cover 80% of all marked runs, ensuring reliable conditions throughout winter despite relatively southern latitudes. The area combines gentle learning zones with flowing intermediate runs and selected expert challenges, including the technically demanding Camosci black piste. Recent infrastructure investments have significantly enhanced mountain facilities while maintaining the area's authentic Alpine character.
Trails & Terrain
Trails
Total Runs
17
Total Area
35km
21.7 miles
Piani di Bobbio Lift System
The Piani di Bobbio lift system comprises 12 modern installations strategically positioned to maximise skiing flow across varied terrain. The network features the high-capacity Barzio-Bobbio gondola, which efficiently delivers skiers from valley level to the main ski area in just 10 minutes, complemented by chairlifts and surface lifts serving upper mountain sectors. Recent investments have introduced RFID ticketing technology and expanded uphill capacity by 35%, effectively reducing wait times even during peak periods. The system's intelligent design emphasises accessibility for day visitors from nearby cities, with the gondola base station positioned just 25 kilometres from Lake Como and featuring extensive parking facilities.
Lifts
Total Lifts
13
Lift Types
5
Location & Getting There
Situated 70 kilometres northeast of Milan in Lombardy's Valsassina valley, Piani di Bobbio occupies a spectacular plateau position surrounded by distinctive limestone formations. The resort operates above the traditional village of Barzio, which maintains authentic regional architecture and strong cultural connections to Lombardian heritage. This strategic location makes Piani di Bobbio particularly accessible for day visitors from Milan, Monza, and Lecco, with excellent road connections and the efficient gondola connection minimising travel time from valley to slopes. The surrounding region features remarkable biodiversity within the Northern Grigna Regional Park, with winter hiking trails and snowshoe routes complementing the skiing experience.
Piani di Bobbio
, italy