At Passo Stelvio a new ski season is about to begin, and everything is ready to welcome skiers and snowboarders from all over Italy and beyond.
From its altitude of 2700 meters, Passo dello Stelvio is preparing for a new summer dedicated to summer skiing: here, the glacier reachable by cable car makes it possible to ski even during the hot months of July and August, while on other peaks skiing gives way to trekking and mountain biking.
In this corner bordering two countries and two regions, winter is the time for sowing: the abundant snow that falls replenishes the glacier, which only awakens in late spring when tourism operators head up to take stock and see how much snow can be counted on for the upcoming summer season.
The 2014/15 winter brought average precipitation, setting neither positive nor negative records, but spring delivered pleasant surprises, especially in May when snow returned to center stage and refreshed the landscape once again.
Following cold temperatures and heavy snowfalls at Passo dello Stelvio, 2015 summer skiing can begin with extraordinary snow conditions. Snow clearing continued until just a few days ago due to the snowfalls; now that road access has been restored, the Glacier offers mid-winter skiing conditions—a picture-perfect start to the season.
Stelvio ski lift opening
The ski lifts will open on Saturday, May 30 at 8:00 AM and remain open until 5:00 PM; the opening also coincides with the June 2 holiday weekend, and the combination of Fresh Snow + Holiday is a call that many will find impossible to resist.
Summer Skiing 2015 Ski Pass Prices
In summer 2015, the rate for the daily ski pass will be 40 euros, while children born after 01.01.2003 and seniors born before 01.01.1955 qualify for the discounted ski pass priced at 36 euros.
The adult season pass is priced at €600, while the discounted season pass costs €550.
Those who simply wish to ride up from Passo Stelvio to the Glacier can opt for a one-way ticket at €13 or a round-trip ticket at €20.
For more information, visit the official website passostelvio.com
Live images from the slopes: Passo Stelvio snow webcam
Have a great summer on the snow, everyone!
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