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| Vertical Drop: |
1,677m |
| Top Elevation: |
3,020m |
| Lifts: |
16 |
| Terrain: |
30/30/40 (beg/int/adv) |
| Total Runs: |
25 km |
| Cross Country: |
12 km |
|
Bormio is a medieval town situated in the Rhaetan part of the
Alps near the Austrian and Swiss borders. Since the ancient times,
local thermal waters were well known for their curative powers
and town's origins are binded with them. Long history results
in abundance of architecture styles what makes the place more
worth a visit. Bormio is not like any other ski resort. It gives
the tourist possibility of experiencing the everyday life of a
small town absolutely unsimilar to regular ski resorts. Instead
of large condominiums and modern hotels in the centre, you will
find traditional buildings, churches, walk along cobblestone streets
and see citizens of a small town in their everyday life.
Bormio's 1792 meter vertical drop is one of three biggest in Italy
what makes the resort more attractive to skiers preferring long
runs from the top of the mountain back down to the resort. The
longest run is almost 14 kilometers long and you will find many
more of similar lenght. The routes are artificially snowed so
that the skiing conditions are guaranteed at the top level. Large
vertical drop should not threaten beginners as the runs are rather
gentle. Advanced skiers will have a bit limited choice but still
should be satisfied with off-piste skiing. The 1995 World Championships
in downhill were held in Bormio.
The temperatures in Bormio are rather moderate, what allows the
snow stay on the routes and the skiers not to freeze. However,
winds get stronger in the afternoon and the slopes may become
a bit icy. Generally, lower trails do better in the afternoon
thanks to snow making equipment.
As a small town, Bormio has pretty much to offer as far as apres
ski activities are concerned.
Plenty
of bars, cafes, restauarants and even a disco will not disappoint
anyone.
