Santa Caterina Valfurva Resort Guide - Real Reviews From Real Skiers
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The Skiers' Guide to Santa Caterina Valfurva

Top Rated for
5 (5 Ratings)
Family Friendliness
4.67 (3 Ratings)
Ski School Quality
4.6 (5 Ratings)
Value for Money
4.6 (5 Ratings)
Accommodation Options
4.4 (5 Ratings)
Quiet Slopes
4.25 (4 Ratings)
Advanced
Overall Rating
4.2
From 5 Reviews
16
Total Runs
1738
Bottom Elevation
2775
Top Elevation
35
Skiable Terrain
Ski ResortsEuropeItalySanta Caterina Valfurva

Santa Caterina Valfurva, nestled in the heart of the Stelvio National Park, offers a variety of slopes, particularly appealing to intermediate and advanced skiers. The resort is known for its challenging terrain, including the Deborah Compagnoni slope, named after the Olympic champion. The area boasts excellent off-piste opportunities for those seeking adventure. Its high-altitude location ensures reliable snow conditions, making it a favorite for serious skiers. The resort is less crowded than its larger neighbors, offering a more secluded skiing experience. The après-ski scene is cozy, with a focus on local Valtellina cuisine. Santa Caterina Valfurva is ideal for skiers who enjoy challenging runs and a tranquil mountain atmosphere.

Recent Reviews

Quieter slopes with a range of difficulty levels. Good lifts and snow quality. Nice village to explore and have food and drinks.
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Great quiet family resort, great cruising and excellent and underutilised off piste. Fresh tracks still possible days after a dump.
Excellent and reasonably priced mountain restaurants
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Not a huge resort, but driven there 5 times from the UK just proves that it's well worth it. Tre Signori hotel, ski in, ski out is fabulous. Food and drinks on slopes are very affordable and much better than in France. Slopes are well looked after.
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Santa Caterina Valfurva Resort Stats

Ski Terrain
1Beginner Runs
12Intermediate Runs
3Advanced Runs
35 kmSkiable Terrain
Elevation
2775 mTop
1738 mBottom
1037 mVertical Drop
Lifts
2Gondolas / Cable Cars
3Chairlifts
5Surface Lifts
Lift Pass Costs
€825Season pass
€2266 days
Weather
119 cmAverage annual snowfall

Santa Caterina Valfurva Travel Information

Airports
140min drive130KMsMilan Linate Airport (LIN)
150min drive140KMsMilan Malpensa Airport (MXP)
170min drive160KMsBergamo Orio al Serio Airport (BGY)
180min drive170KMsZurich Airport (ZRH)
Train Stations
35min drive30KMsSondrio