Valchiavenna

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Weather at Valchiavenna

⛅cloudy

Low: 11.8°C / High: 20.2°C

Wind: N 2 km/h

Recent Snowfall

24 hours: 12 cm

7 days: 88 cm

Snow Depth

Base: 0 cm

Season Total: 95 cm

Resort Status

Last Updated: Apr 20, 2025View Full Report →

Resort Overview

Valchiavenna combines three distinct ski areas—Madesimo, Campodolcino, and Motta—creating a diverse skiing destination with 60 kilometres of marked pistes across Lombardy's northernmost valley. The resort spans elevations from 1,200 to 2,880 metres beneath the distinctive Pizzo Groppera peak on the Swiss border. Modern snowmaking systems cover 80% of all marked runs, complementing natural snowfall that averages 5 metres annually at higher elevations. The area's signature experience remains the famous Canalone itinerary from Pizzo Groppera—an ungroomed 1,000-vertical-metre descent through a spectacular natural half-pipe that ranks among Italy's most challenging ski routes, while extensive cruising terrain caters perfectly to intermediates.

Trails & Terrain

Trails

Total Runs

Total Area

37km

23 miles

Difficulty Distribution

Beginner

41%

Intermediate

51%

Advanced

Expert

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Valchiavenna Lift System

The Valchiavenna lift system comprises 15 modern installations strategically positioned across three interconnected ski zones. The network's centrepiece is the spectacular Ski Express cable car from Campodolcino to Motta, rising 700 vertical metres in just 3 minutes while avoiding the occasionally avalanche-prone road. Recent infrastructure investments have introduced RFID ticketing technology, weather protection bubbles on chairlifts, and expanded uphill capacity by 25%, effectively reducing wait times even during peak periods. The system's intelligent design enables excellent circulation throughout the resort, with strategic lift placements that facilitate natural progression through increasingly challenging terrain while maintaining spectacular views toward the Lepontine Alps.

Lifts

Total Lifts

Lift Types

Lift Breakdown

Quad Chair

6-Person Chair

Gondola

8-Person Chair

Double Chair

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Location & Getting There

Positioned 130 kilometres north of Milan at Italy's border with Switzerland, Valchiavenna occupies a spectacular valley position surrounded by 3,000-metre peaks of the Lepontine Alps. The area encompasses several traditional mountain communities including Madesimo, Campodolcino, and Chiavenna, each maintaining authentic Alpine architecture and strong cultural connections to the region's unique heritage. Historic Chiavenna serves as the valley's principal town, offering exceptional culinary experiences centred around the famous Crotti—natural rock cellars used for aging local specialties. The resort's strategic location places it just 50 kilometres from Lake Como and 40 kilometres from St. Moritz, Switzerland, enabling diverse excursion possibilities that combine winter sports with cultural and scenic experiences.

Valchiavenna

, italy

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Hotels & Accommodation near Valchiavenna

⛷️ Season opens Nov 29, 2025

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Season Info

The Valchiavenna winter season typically runs from early December through mid-April, with optimal conditions from late December through March. The area benefits from its protected position between the Lepontine and Rhaetian Alps, receiving abundant natural snowfall particularly from northwesterly systems approaching from Switzerland. Early season operations concentrate around the snowmaking-equipped lower sectors before expanding to higher elevations as conditions permit. February delivers peak snow depths, while March brings increasingly reliable sunshine with excellent morning skiing after overnight freezes. The resort's northern aspect ensures outstanding snow preservation throughout winter, creating particularly consistent conditions on the famous Val di Lei slopes.

Current Season

2025 - 2026

Opening Day

11/29/2025

Closing Day

4/6/2026

Days Open

129

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