The fashionable ski resort of Madonna di Campiglio, located in the Italian Alps, is very popular with wealthy tourists who come here in winter and summer. In winter, it is attractive for skiers and snowboarders, and in summer the resort is visited by fans of fishing, mountain biking and hiking, because it is located in the picturesque Adamello-Brenta Natural Park.
The mountain village of Madonna di Campiglio attracted the attention of tourists in the second half of the 19th century - it was discovered by Austrian Emperor Franz Joseph, and then other eminent persons of the European aristocracy, as a great place to relax.
The total length of the resort's 35 ski runs is 150 km
The interest on the part of the nobility coincided well with the heyday of the popularity of mountaineering. This has contributed to the rapid transformation of the Alpine village into a prestigious resort with a worldwide reputation, gaining a reputation as the most stylish in the country. Since 1967, the stages of the Alpine Skiing World Cup have been held here, as well as other equally prestigious competitions organized by the International Ski Federation.
Ski resort Madonna di Campiglio
The resort can be safely called universal: both beginners, first-time skiers, and experienced athletes feel quite comfortable here. The total length of 35 ski slopes, occupying an extensive space on the slopes of the Adamello and Dolomiti di Brenta mountains, is 150 kilometers.
41% of the slopes are designed for intermediate skiers, 40% are sloping blue slopes and 16% are black slopes of particular difficulty.
It should be noted that the slopes are located at different heights - from 1522 to 2504 meters, so that skiers can choose the most convenient place for skiing, depending on weather conditions - temperature, thickness of snow cover, wind direction.
30 ski lifts provide comfortable skiing to ski areas
Black pistes Madonna di Campiglio for professional skiers are located on the slopes of the peaks of Monte Spinal, as well as in the areas of Canalone Miramonti and Malga Montaloni. Mid-level athletes are interested in the winding descent of Graffer, the long Poza Veche, located on the northern slopes, and the Five Lakes ski area.
Beginners will undoubtedly like the short descent of Fortini and the longer Spinale Diretta on the slopes of the Pankugolo peak, the Fiocco di Neve and Zeledria routes in the town of Pradalago. 30 lifts of various types provide comfortable movement of skiers to ski areas, free buses run between the tracks.
For the convenience of vacationers in Madonna di Campiglio, a system of ski passes. The cost of a ski pass depends on the season, validity period, as well as the coverage area. There are several types of ski pass: one gives you the right to use only the ski lifts in the region, the second - Skiarea Campiglio Dolomiti dl Brenta, covers the Madonna di Campiglio, Folgarida Marilleva and Pinzolo lifts, the third - Superskirama, allows you to easily travel to Peyo, Passo Tonale , Paganelle, Folgaria-Lavarone and Monte Bondone.
For lovers of snowboarding there is a border park with a half pipe
For the snowboarders, the resort has a magnificent park equipped with jumps, slides, a cross-country ski track and a quarter pipe. The village has a school of snowboarding, cross-country skiing and 8 large ski schools, where qualified instructors conduct classes.
Ice skating enthusiasts are not ignored either - an excellent outdoor ice rink is organized on the lake in the very center of the town.
Climate and weather in Madonna di Campiglio
The climatic conditions of the resort are typical of the mountain regions of Italy - rather cool summers and moderately mild winters. The ski season begins in late November and ends around mid-March.
During this period, the air temperature can drop at night to -5 ° C, and in the cold months to -8 ° C, the daytime temperature ranges from +4 to -2 ° C. The snow cover is well preserved until the end of the ski season, on the tracks its quality is supported by special machines.
Summer in Madonna di Campiglio is cool and winter is moderately mild
How to get there
The closest international airport to the resort is in Verona, located 160 kilometers away. Comfortable buses run along the Verona - Madonna di Campiglio route, it will not be difficult to get to their destination, the travel time usually does not exceed two hours. The road passes through a picturesque valley, admiring the surrounding landscapes, you will not even notice how these two hours fly by.
The closest international airport to the resort is in Verona
Another airport that accepts international flights is located in Milan. The distance from Milan to Madonna di Campiglio is 220 kilometers, you can overcome this path by bus in three and a half hours or by car - in this case the road will take much less time.
To get to Madonna di Campiglio from Milan or Verona airports by taxi, it is better to book a car in advance via the Internet. Although a taxi can be caught at the exit of the terminal, it is better not to risk it.
The resort has a snowboard school, cross-country skiing and 8 ski schools
Firstly, the Italian authorities still continue to fight with taxi drivers who want to take tourists in circles, and since the road is not long, the final score can be very unpleasant. Secondly, not every car is suitable for you if you travel with young children, ski equipment and other “aggravating circumstances”. Finally, not every taxi driver will agree to such a hook when he finds out about the final point of your trip.
When ordering a taxi online, all questions can be clarified in advance, and the fare will be known even before you get into the car. In addition, the company providing taxi services from airports to Madonna di Campiglio fully understands that the flight may be delayed, or even be canceled due to circumstances beyond the control of the passenger.
All these points are taken into account and quite loyal, and you can find out the details, as well as make a free calculation of the cost of the trip, on the website of the service.
In Madonna di Campiglio, 48 hotels of various price categories
Well, of course, you can get from the airport of arrival to the final point of travel on a rented car. This option is often even cheaper than a taxi, and during the trip you will also have a car for traveling around the area.
As with taxis, it’s easy to rent a car directly in the terminal, but it’s more profitable to search for a car through the popular European rental car price comparison service Rentalcars.
The service database contains up-to-date data on prices and conditions of car rental anywhere in the world, and convenient presentation of information allows you to find the best deal in a few minutes. By the way, the older brother of Rentalcars is the equally popular hotel portal Booking.com.
Hotels in Madonna di Campiglio
Guests of the resort are waiting for 48 hotels of various price categories - luxurious four- and five-star, more simple, but no less comfortable two- and three-star. There are upscale private apartments for VIP guests, as well as small, homely guest houses. Most resort hotels have restaurants and cafes, swimming pools, spas, children's rooms, where kids can be left under the supervision of experienced teachers.
The most complete selection of hotels in Madonna di Campiglio with photos, map, guest reviews and the possibility of instant booking is presented at the link below.
Things to do
Madonna di Campiglio is not in vain called the most fashionable resort of the Italian Alps - a lot of entertainment for every taste will not let you get bored of young and energetic tourists or older people. Fans of shopping are waiting for boutiques of famous fashion designers, numerous souvenir shops, wine shops.
Fans of traditional Italian cuisine will undoubtedly be happy to visit restaurants and cozy family cafes located on the mountain slopes - they serve dishes made from natural farm products. You can have fun in modern dance clubs - discos in them are often held by famous DJs.
The resort has its own museum, whose expositions tell the story of Madonna di Campiglio, as well as famous personalities who have ever lived or simply rested here.
Vintage car winter marathon
Every year in February, the traditional Habsburg festival takes place here, dedicated to the memory of the Habsburg Imperial House. Festival participants dress up in costumes of the 19th century and spin to the sounds of Liszt and Strauss waltzes. The carnival ends with colorful fireworks soaring into the night sky.
Another spectacular event is the Winter Marathon of vintage cars. The marathon is attended by cars no younger than 1968, capable of overcoming 500 kilometers of mountain roads covered with snow and ice.
From Madonna di Campiglio you can go on an excursion to the oldest city of Italy, Trento, famous for its many architectural structures dating back to different eras - this is the Cathedral, the castle of Buonconcillo, and the town square with an old fountain.
Useful links on the topic:
- Milan: How to get from Malpensa Airport to the city center
- Verona airport and how to get to the city
- Venice: how to get to the city from Marco Polo airport
- How to get to Venice from Treviso Airport
