Perhaps no one will come to mind arguing with the statement that the diversity - both in terms of natural qualities, and in the level of complexity of the routes - the ski resorts of Italy is huge. Cervinia, one of the oldest and most famous resorts, is located in the Aosta Valley, on the southern slopes of the Matterhorn Peak.
Cervinia is also Italy's most high-altitude resort. The local town of Breuil-Cervinia is located at an altitude of 2050 m, the neighboring village of Valtournenche - at 1524 m, and the upper point of skiing - as much at 3480 m. The winter here is very sunny, the snow lies from December to the end of May.
This winter with lots of snow, bright sun, a large number of various hotels and restaurants make Cervinia an attractive place. Among other things, the town itself is very attractive and cozy, walks along its streets will add extra pleasure to the trip to this resort.
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A little history
The high Alpine mountains that surround Cervinia - Monte Rosa, Castor, Brighthorn - make this resort incredibly beautiful and attractive for a large number of athletes. This beauty was appreciated in the 20's of the previous century, when the history of the resort began. And since the 70s, when the hobby for mountain skiing in Europe has become massive, Cervinia's development can not be called otherwise stormy.
How to get there
To get to Cervinia, it makes sense to focus on the nearest airports: Turin (120 km) and Milan (Malpensa, 160 km). Transfer from airports is carried out in different ways: it can be hotel shuttle (to agree about which is necessary at the time of booking the hotel), or individual transport, or a shuttle bus. Well, from the neighboring, but Swiss Zermatt to Cervinia you can get by means of skis (two pieces) and sticks (two pieces)
Cervinia tracks
The skiing area here is one of the highest mountains in Europe, it can sometimes seem that the ski lifts they carry skiers straight to the sky, behind the clouds. It should be noted that this winter brings not only advantages, but also disadvantages: sometimes a strong wind rises in the mountains, and then the lifts stop their work: special attention is paid to ensuring the safety of the guests at the resort.
The total capacity of the lifts is 300,000 people per hour. The best time for skiing here is December and February-March, as in the height of winter the weather can be too tough. High-altitude plateaus allow you to ride almost all year round: they are so high that snow is almost always there
The resort is oriented mainly to skiers with an average level of training. A large number of well thought-out and prepared trails will give an opportunity to enjoy a leisurely, almost lazy skiing down a picturesque slope, and gliding along more complex routes, attractive for its length, and long high-speed descents.
Cervinia skiing areas
The main skiing areas in Cervinia are: Plan Maison, Laghi Cima Bianhce 2982 m, slope to Valtournenche valley, Plateau Rosa 3489 m. In general, the Cervinia resort is characterized by a large number of ass and their diversity. Even a long stay here will not be boring, since trails for skating are organized very ingeniously.
It should be noted that in the mid-40s it was the Plateau Rosa that became an important milestone in the development of skiing in the USSR: it was here that the first Alpine training took place mountain skiing team of the USSR . Modern Plateau Rose is characterized by a large number of high-speed descents of a long stretch . Skating in the Plan-Mezon zone can be characterized as calm and pleasant, it is oriented not so much to the prepared portsmenov many people who have chosen a recreation area .-Laghi Cime Bianche is ready to take skiers of any level, including beginners and professionals .
in Cervinia please Bardon track (Bardoney). Many complex "black" tracks are on the Swiss territory (but you need to catch the lift in time and return to Cervinia, otherwise you will have to spend the night in Switzerland).
For medium-level skiers Cervinia is an optimal place: many long, gentle slopes. For example, the central part of the resort and the area of Laghi Cime Bianche, as well as the route Bontadini from Plateau Posa. In addition, you should try your hand at the Gran Pista, a long (15 km) and a beautiful descent to the Valtournenche valley.
There are also many trails for beginners in Cervinia, especially in Plan Maison ) - both in the area, and to the left and below from this zone of skiing. Almost all the slopes on the plateau are "blue", snow is very soft for them.
For the beginning skiers there are also several ski schools in the resort that receive students from 5 years old, and more than 300 individual instructors, including Russian speakers. The kindergarten is ready to accept kids from 3 years old
Fans of snowboard in Cervinia are waiting for a boarder park on Plato Rosa, fan parks, half-pipes and cross-country ski runs on the Swiss side of the resort.
All the skiing areas in the resort of Cervinia are united by a common ski pass, which, without a doubt, is great convenience for skiers. In addition, there is an opportunity to purchase a ski pass common with Zermatt.
Cervinia's Hotels, Restaurants and Shops
Being a small city, Cervinia, nevertheless, receives guests from all over the world . There is no luxury five-star hotels, but among the many small cozy and colorful hotels there is a haven for every taste . About 50 restaurants of the city offer a varied menu that will not leave anyone indifferent, it's Italy, and to visit Italy and not try Italian cuisine would be a crime . Bars and night clubs of the city are also waiting for guests . Those who prefer a completely healthy lifestyle are invited to visit the fitness center, swimming pool or bowling . Cervinia's shops offer to take with them to their homeland as authentic souvenirs, delicious Italian cheeses, wines and ham .
Ice Kart
We are talking about the only "on ice" cartogram in Valle d'Aosta with two ice tracks with different types of marking, the length of about 500 and 700 meters, on which you can drive on new maps, to conduct free trials for a time or competing with friends.
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