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A ski holiday in Livigno offers plenty of adventure on and off the slopes. From sleigh rides and ice skating to indoor climbing and paragliding; from fine dining to all-night partying, Livigno has it all. Skiers in Livigno will also appreciate the opportunity to grab a few bargains in this duty-free haven – the resort is teeming with shops selling everything from chocolate to fine fragrances.
Active pursuits
Active types on a ski holiday in Livigno will find no end of opportunities for adrenaline-charged fun. Night skiing, ice climbing, skiddoing, tobogganing, husky sledding and paragliding are among a seemingly endless list of activiies on offer to skiers in Livigno. At the gentler end of the scale, skiers in Livigno can enjoy swimming as well as ice skating, snow shoe trekking, sleigh rides, horse riding and bowling.
Relaxation
If you like to be pampered after a day on the slopes, then ski holidays in Livigno are for you. The resort boasts hot springs – perfect for soothing those aching limbs – solariums, massage facilities, and several wellness centres with pools, saunas and spas.
Shopping
With more than 200 shops to choose from, ski holidays in Livigno are a paradise for shopaholics. The resort’s duty-free status means that bargain hunters will be in their element – shoppers in Ortisei can pick up great deals on treats such as sunglasses, perfumes, spirits and fine foods.
Dining
Skiers in Livigno will find no shortage of opportunity to keep those hunger pangs at bay. The resort boasts around 100 restaurants, cafes and snack bars, serving everything from traditional, substantial Italian dishes to sushi and salads, there’s something here to suit all tastes and budgets. Budget burgers and sandwiches start at around five Euros, while dining at a top-end restaurant will set you back around forty Euros per head. Self-caterers can stock up at one of several good supermarkets in the resort.
Off-piste
Off-piste action in Livigno is lively throughout the ski season, with skiers heading for the slope-side bars as soon as the lifts close. The resort tends to quieten down mid-evening, as skiers in Livigno head home to freshen up before hitting restaurants, bars and nightclubs in the resort. A cinema, video games arcade and nocturnal adventures such as night skiing and husky sledding are among the family-friendly options in Livigno.
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