{"id":1840,"date":"2012-01-20T19:05:11","date_gmt":"2012-01-20T19:05:11","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/walks.friday.ie\/?p=1840"},"modified":"2026-08-28T15:35:05","modified_gmt":"2026-08-28T14:35:05","slug":"best-places-to-visit-in-italy-in-winter","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.walksofitaly.com\/blog\/travel-tips\/best-places-to-visit-in-italy-in-winter","title":{"rendered":"Snow in Italy: 3 Winter Wonderlands Worth Visiting"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>Few places are more magical than Italy in winter. In the south, the coastline remains beautiful, the temperatures relatively mild. In Rome, Florence and Venice, crowds are less, making it the perfect time to visit the Sistine Chapel or Uffizi in relative tranquillity. And some places in Italy, are <em>filled with <\/em>snow when winter rolls around. Here, our picks for three favorite winter wonderlands to experience the\u00a0 magic of the snow in Italy.<\/p>\n<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_80 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-grey ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\" style=\"cursor:inherit\">Table of Contents<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a href=\"#\" class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" aria-label=\"Toggle Table of Content\"><span class=\"ez-toc-js-icon-con\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" class=\"arrow-unsorted-368013\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"10px\" height=\"10px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.2\" baseProfile=\"tiny\"><path d=\"M18.2 9.3l-6.2-6.3-6.2 6.3c-.2.2-.3.4-.3.7s.1.5.3.7c.2.2.4.3.7.3h11c.3 0 .5-.1.7-.3.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7zM5.8 14.7l6.2 6.3 6.2-6.3c.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7c-.2-.2-.4-.3-.7-.3h-11c-.3 0-.5.1-.7.3-.2.2-.3.5-.3.7s.1.5.3.7z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/a><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 ' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/www.walksofitaly.com\/blog\/travel-tips\/best-places-to-visit-in-italy-in-winter\/#Where_to_Enjoy_Snow_in_Italy\" >Where to Enjoy Snow in Italy<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/www.walksofitaly.com\/blog\/travel-tips\/best-places-to-visit-in-italy-in-winter\/#1_The_Dolomites_Snow_Skiing_and_Tyrolean_Flavor\" >1. The Dolomites: Snow, Skiing and Tyrolean Flavor<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/www.walksofitaly.com\/blog\/travel-tips\/best-places-to-visit-in-italy-in-winter\/#2_Turin_At_the_Foothills_of_the_Alps\" >2. Turin: At the Foothills of the Alps<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/www.walksofitaly.com\/blog\/travel-tips\/best-places-to-visit-in-italy-in-winter\/#3Valle_dAosta\" >3.Valle d&#8217;Aosta<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/www.walksofitaly.com\/blog\/travel-tips\/best-places-to-visit-in-italy-in-winter\/#The_Best_Time_to_See_Snow_in_Italy\" >The Best Time to See Snow in Italy<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/www.walksofitaly.com\/blog\/travel-tips\/best-places-to-visit-in-italy-in-winter\/#What_to_Bring_for_Snow_in_Italy\" >What to Bring for Snow in Italy<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/www.walksofitaly.com\/blog\/travel-tips\/best-places-to-visit-in-italy-in-winter\/#Snow_activities_in_Italy_You_Dont_Have_to_Be_a_Skier\" >Snow activities in Italy: You Don\u2019t Have to Be a Skier<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/www.walksofitaly.com\/blog\/travel-tips\/best-places-to-visit-in-italy-in-winter\/#FAQs_%E2%80%93_Snow_in_Italy\" >FAQs\u00a0 &#8211; Snow in Italy<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/www.walksofitaly.com\/blog\/travel-tips\/best-places-to-visit-in-italy-in-winter\/#How_expensive_is_it_to_visit_Italys_snowy_regions_in_winter\" >How expensive is it to visit Italy\u2019s snowy regions in winter?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-10\" href=\"https:\/\/www.walksofitaly.com\/blog\/travel-tips\/best-places-to-visit-in-italy-in-winter\/#Whats_the_easiest_way_to_reach_snowy_destinations_like_the_Dolomites_Turin_or_the_Aosta_Valley\" >What\u2019s the easiest way to reach snowy destinations like the Dolomites, Turin, or the Aosta Valley?<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Where_to_Enjoy_Snow_in_Italy\"><\/span>Where to Enjoy Snow in Italy<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"1_The_Dolomites_Snow_Skiing_and_Tyrolean_Flavor\"><\/span>1. The Dolomites: Snow, Skiing and Tyrolean Flavor<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<div id=\"attachment_1841\" style=\"width: 1010px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><a href=\"http:\/\/walksofitaly.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2012\/01\/sunrise-over-Presanella-in-the-National-Park-Adamello-Brenta-Italian-Alps-.jpg\"><img decoding=\"async\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-1841\" class=\" wp-image-1841 size-full\" title=\"Sunrise over Presanella in the Dolomites, a winter wonderland in Italy\" src=\"https:\/\/www.walksofitaly.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2012\/01\/sunrise-over-Presanella-in-the-National-Park-Adamello-Brenta-Italian-Alps-.jpg\" alt=\"The Dolomite Alps are beautiful in the winter\" width=\"1000\" height=\"630\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.walksofitaly.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2012\/01\/sunrise-over-Presanella-in-the-National-Park-Adamello-Brenta-Italian-Alps-.jpg 1000w, https:\/\/www.walksofitaly.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2012\/01\/sunrise-over-Presanella-in-the-National-Park-Adamello-Brenta-Italian-Alps--768x484.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1000px) 100vw, 1000px\" \/><\/a><p id=\"caption-attachment-1841\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Sunrise over the glacier of Presanella\u2014at 11,673 feet, the highest peak in Trentino!<\/p><\/div>\n<p>Ask any skier where they&#8217;d like to go to enjoy the snow in Italy, and their answer is likely to be immediate: <strong>the Dolomites.<\/strong> Since the mountain range has some tough competition in a country also known for the Appenines <em>and<\/em> the Alps, that means it must be pretty special.\u00a0And it is.<\/p>\n<p>Firstly, the Dolomites, which run through the provinces of Belluno, South Tyrol and Trentino in Italy&#8217;s northeast, are breathtaking. Made of dolomite rock, they turn pink in the late afternoon, an unusual effect (known to Italians as <em>enrosadira<\/em>) that enchants even flatland-lovers.<\/p>\n<div id=\"attachment_3032\" style=\"width: 1010px\" class=\"wp-caption alignnone\"><img decoding=\"async\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-3032\" class=\"wp-image-3032 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.walksofitaly.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2012\/09\/Dolomites-Belluno-Italy.-Panorama..jpg\" alt=\"Belluno, in the dolomites, a great place for snow in italy\" width=\"1000\" height=\"667\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.walksofitaly.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2012\/09\/Dolomites-Belluno-Italy.-Panorama..jpg 1000w, https:\/\/www.walksofitaly.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2012\/09\/Dolomites-Belluno-Italy.-Panorama.-768x512.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1000px) 100vw, 1000px\" \/><p id=\"caption-attachment-3032\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">The town of Belluno, glowing in the enrosadira!<\/p><\/div>\n<p>Second, they have some of Europe&#8217;s best skiing, including at the world-famous resort Cortina d&#8217;Ampezzo.\u00a0 Said to be Italy\u2019s most glamorous alpine escape, this is a world-famous resort town nestled among the dramatic peaks of the Dolomites. Known for its stylish boutiques, legendary ski slopes, and cinematic scenery, Cortina blends high-altitude adventure with classic Italian elegance.<\/p>\n<p>And third, they have a fascinating hybrid culture, one as much Austrian and &#8220;Tyrolean&#8221; as it is Italian, that makes it all-but-impossible for songs from <em>The Sound of Music <\/em>not to run through any visitor&#8217;s head. Along with skiing, the Dolomites boast tons of opportunities for hiking, climbing, and snow-shoeing. Not to mention for snuggling up over schnapps in a Tyrolean-style bar.<\/p>\n<blockquote><p><strong>Fun fact:<\/strong> One interesting effect of the area&#8217;s history is that most locals speak German, not Italian!<\/p><\/blockquote>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"2_Turin_At_the_Foothills_of_the_Alps\"><\/span>2. Turin: At the Foothills of the Alps<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<div id=\"attachment_1844\" style=\"width: 490px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><a href=\"http:\/\/walksofitaly.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2012\/01\/Turin-Italy-Via-Po.jpg\"><img decoding=\"async\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-1844\" class=\" wp-image-1844\" title=\"Turin, Italy\" src=\"http:\/\/walksofitaly.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2012\/01\/Turin-Italy-Via-Po.jpg\" alt=\"Torino, a great winter destination in Italy\" width=\"480\" height=\"320\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.walksofitaly.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2012\/01\/Turin-Italy-Via-Po.jpg 1000w, https:\/\/www.walksofitaly.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2012\/01\/Turin-Italy-Via-Po-768x512.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 480px) 100vw, 480px\" \/><\/a><p id=\"caption-attachment-1844\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Turin on a winter&#8217;s night: lit-up and lovely<\/p><\/div>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.walksofitaly.com\/blog\/travel-tips\/turin-in-italy\">Turin <\/a>&#8211; or, as Italians call it, &#8220;Torino&#8221;- is one of the most cultured cities in Italy. Whether you&#8217;re looking for world-class museums, theaters, shops, or caf\u00e9s, Turin is a perfect place to while away the winter days, and nights.\u00a0In Turin, there&#8217;s an activity for everyone.<\/p>\n<p>A car-lover? A major center of the Italian auto industry, Turin has the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.museoauto.com\/en\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Museo dell&#8217;Automobile<\/a>, with everything from one of the first FIATs to the Isotta Franchini from <em>Sunset Boulevard <\/em>on display.<\/p>\n<p>Film fan? Don&#8217;t miss the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.moleantonellianatorino.it\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Museo Nazionale del Cinema<\/a>, with movie memorabilie from Marilyn Monroe&#8217;s bustier to Peter O&#8217;Toole&#8217;s robe from <em>Lawrence of Arabia.<\/em><\/p>\n<div id=\"attachment_21526\" style=\"width: 1210px\" class=\"wp-caption alignnone\"><img decoding=\"async\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-21526\" class=\"wp-image-21526 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.walksofitaly.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/Turin_monte_cappuccini.jpg\" alt=\"A beautiful town with a mountain range in the background illuminated at night.\" width=\"1200\" height=\"798\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.walksofitaly.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/Turin_monte_cappuccini.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/www.walksofitaly.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/Turin_monte_cappuccini-768x511.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\" \/><p id=\"caption-attachment-21526\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">The city of Turin, illuminated at night, with the snowy peaks of the alps as its breath-taking backdrop!<\/p><\/div>\n<p>Enjoy art? Opportunities abound, from the Impressionist works (Renoir, Manet, and Matisse, oh my!) at the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.pinacoteca-agnelli.it\/en\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Pinacoteca Giovanni e Marella Agnelli<\/a> to works by Klee and Dix at the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.gamtorino.it\/en\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Galleria Civica d\u2019Arte Moderna e Con\u00adtemporanea<\/a> to the Old Masters (hello, Rembrandt and Tintoretto) at the <a href=\"https:\/\/museireali.beniculturali.it\/en\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Galleria Sabauda<\/a>.<\/p>\n<div>\n<p>Then there are the opulent interiors of Turin&#8217;s many palaces (the city was the official residence of the royal House of Savoy), its fame as the location of the Holy Shroud, and its renowned Teatro Regio, an 18th-century opera house that debuted Puccini&#8217;s <em>&#8220;La boh\u00e9me<\/em>.&#8221; (Opera season is winter and early spring, of course, so for that, you&#8217;re especially here at the right time!).<\/p>\n<blockquote><p><strong>Insider tip:<\/strong> If you\u00b4re looking for a winter trip and want to experience more than just snow in Italy, check out <a href=\"https:\/\/www.walksofitaly.com\/blog\/travel-tips\/winter-in-italy\">Winter in Italy<\/a>\u00a0&#8211; our guide to visiting Italy in the off-season for more advice and tips.<\/p><\/blockquote>\n<\/div>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"3Valle_dAosta\"><\/span>3.Valle d&#8217;Aosta<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>This little-known (and little!) region in Italy&#8217;s northwest, tucked between Switzerland, France, and Piedmont, is beautiful in the summer. But, it&#8217;s definitely one of the best places to visit in Italy in winter, and one of the top places for snow in Italy.<\/p>\n<p>With a culture (and a cuisine) that&#8217;s equal parts French, Swiss, and Italian, the area&#8217;s most striking feature is its mountains. The two highest peaks in the entire Alps are located here, both clocking in at more than 15,000 feet. Every children&#8217;s-book illustration you&#8217;ve ever seen of snow-capped mountains towering over idyllic, church-topped villages comes true in the Valle d&#8217;Aosta.<\/p>\n<div id=\"attachment_1845\" style=\"width: 1010px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><a href=\"http:\/\/walksofitaly.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2012\/01\/Ruins-of-the-Roman-Theatre-and-Church-of-SantOrso-in-Aoste-Italy.jpg\"><img decoding=\"async\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-1845\" class=\" wp-image-1845 size-full\" title=\"Roman ruins in snow in Aosta, Italy\" src=\"https:\/\/www.walksofitaly.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2012\/01\/Ruins-of-the-Roman-Theatre-and-Church-of-SantOrso-in-Aoste-Italy.jpg\" alt=\"Winter in the Valle d'Aosta\" width=\"1000\" height=\"665\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.walksofitaly.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2012\/01\/Ruins-of-the-Roman-Theatre-and-Church-of-SantOrso-in-Aoste-Italy.jpg 1000w, https:\/\/www.walksofitaly.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2012\/01\/Ruins-of-the-Roman-Theatre-and-Church-of-SantOrso-in-Aoste-Italy-768x511.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1000px) 100vw, 1000px\" \/><\/a><p id=\"caption-attachment-1845\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Snow on the Roman ruins in Aosta<\/p><\/div>\n<p>But that&#8217;s not all there is to the region. Since Emperor Augustus founded its main town, Aosta, 2,000 years ago, the region also features numerous ancient Roman ruins, some fairly spectacular. Medieval castles are thick on the ground, too. And, lest we forget, the skiing is top (here&#8217;s where Cervinia\/Zermatt and Courmayeur\/Mont Blanc are located, among other resorts)<\/p>\n<h2 class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchorContainer\" data-section-id=\"1w64dmg\" data-start=\"270\" data-end=\"317\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"The_Best_Time_to_See_Snow_in_Italy\"><\/span>The Best Time to See Snow in Italy<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p data-start=\"319\" data-end=\"707\">If your main goal is to see snow in Italy, timing matters. In the Alps and Dolomites, the most reliable snow conditions are generally found from December through March, with January and February usually offering the best combination of cold temperatures and established snow cover. At higher elevations, the ski season can extend into April, particularly when conditions are good.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"709\" data-end=\"1007\">December can be magical, with snow-covered villages and Christmas markets, but early-season snowfall can vary from year to year. January and February are your safest bets for a classic Italian winter wonderland, particularly if you want to ski, snowshoe, or simply enjoy snowy mountain scenery.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"1009\" data-end=\"1291\">The lower you go, the less predictable the snow becomes. Cities such as Turin can see occasional snowfall, but don&#8217;t visit expecting a permanent blanket of white. For the best chance of finding snow in Italy, head into the mountains and choose a destination at higher elevation.<\/p>\n<h2 class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchorContainer\" data-section-id=\"nwswuv\" data-start=\"1293\" data-end=\"1328\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_to_Bring_for_Snow_in_Italy\"><\/span>What to Bring for Snow in Italy<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p data-start=\"1330\" data-end=\"1533\">If you&#8217;re heading into the Italian mountains in winter, packing for the cold is essential. Even if you&#8217;re not skiing, you&#8217;ll want to be prepared for freezing temperatures, snow and potentially icy paths.<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li data-start=\"1535\" data-end=\"1822\">Start with layers. A thermal base layer, warm sweater or fleece, and a good insulated winter jacket will give you flexibility as temperatures change. You&#8217;ll also want waterproof walking boots with good grip, particularly if you&#8217;re planning to explore snowy villages or go hiking.<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"1824\" data-end=\"2099\">Don&#8217;t forget the smaller things, either. Warm socks, gloves, a hat and a scarf can make a surprisingly big difference when you&#8217;re outside for several hours.<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"1824\" data-end=\"2099\">Sunglasses and sunscreen are also essential: snow can reflect strong sunlight, even when the air feels bitterly cold.<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"1824\" data-end=\"2099\">If you&#8217;re planning to ski, board or snowshoe, you&#8217;ll need more specialized equipment. Most Italian ski resorts have rental shops where you can hire skis, boots, poles, helmets and other gear, so you don&#8217;t necessarily need to bring everything from home.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<blockquote>\n<p data-start=\"2348\" data-end=\"2600\" data-is-last-node=\"\" data-is-only-node=\"\"><strong>Fashion tip:<\/strong> If you want to combine staying warm with a love of Italian fashion, look no further than our guide on how to <a href=\"https:\/\/www.walksofitaly.com\/blog\/art-culture\/fashion-in-italy-fall-winter\">Dress Like an Italian in Fall\/Winter.<\/a><\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n<p data-start=\"2348\" data-end=\"2600\" data-is-last-node=\"\" data-is-only-node=\"\">One final and vital tip on taking a trip when there is snow in Italy&#8230; always check the weather and mountain conditions before setting out! Snow and ice can make roads, hiking trails and public transport more unpredictable, so allow extra time and don&#8217;t rely solely on the weather forecast for the nearest city.<\/p>\n<h2 class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchorContainer\" data-section-id=\"1n8jzq5\" data-start=\"311\" data-end=\"358\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Snow_activities_in_Italy_You_Dont_Have_to_Be_a_Skier\"><\/span>Snow activities in Italy: You Don\u2019t Have to Be a Skier<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p data-start=\"360\" data-end=\"694\">An important point to note is that you don&#8217;t have to be into snow sports to enjoy the snow in Italy.\u00a0The Italian Alps and Dolomites offer plenty of ways to experience a snowy landscape without strapping on a pair of skis or snowboard.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"360\" data-end=\"694\">Snowshoeing, winter hiking, sledding and even scenic cable-car rides can all put you right in the middle of a spectacular Italian winter wonderland.\u00a0In the Dolomites, snowshoeing is a particularly enjoyable way to explore quiet forests and mountain trails, while resorts such as Cortina d&#8217;Ampezzo offer plenty of winter activities beyond skiing. The Aosta Valley is another excellent choice for snowy mountain scenery in Italy, with opportunities for snowshoeing and winter walks beneath some of the highest peaks in the Alps.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"1121\" data-end=\"1488\">Don\u00b4t underestimate the simple pleasure of being somewhere covered in snow. Wander through a snow-covered mountain village, ride a cable car above the clouds, stop for a hot chocolate or warming glass of vin brul\u00e9, and enjoy the spectacular scenery. For many visitors, experiencing snow in Italy is as much about the atmosphere as it is about winter sports.<\/p>\n<h2 data-start=\"83\" data-end=\"137\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"FAQs_%E2%80%93_Snow_in_Italy\"><\/span><strong data-start=\"87\" data-end=\"137\">FAQs\u00a0 &#8211; Snow in Italy<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<h3 data-start=\"139\" data-end=\"622\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_expensive_is_it_to_visit_Italys_snowy_regions_in_winter\"><\/span><strong data-start=\"139\" data-end=\"207\">How expensive is it to visit Italy\u2019s snowy regions in winter?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p data-start=\"139\" data-end=\"622\">Prices vary widely depending on where you go. Major ski resorts like Cortina d\u2019Ampezzo or Courmayeur tend to have higher accommodation and lift-ticket costs, especially during Christmas and New Year\u2019s weeks. Smaller towns in the Dolomites or Aosta Valley offer better value, with more affordable hotels and local trattorie. Booking early can help secure lower rates, as winter weekends and holidays fill quickly.<\/p>\n<h3 data-start=\"1066\" data-end=\"1606\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Whats_the_easiest_way_to_reach_snowy_destinations_like_the_Dolomites_Turin_or_the_Aosta_Valley\"><\/span><strong data-start=\"1066\" data-end=\"1171\">What\u2019s the easiest way to reach snowy destinations like the Dolomites, Turin, or the Aosta Valley?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p data-start=\"1066\" data-end=\"1606\">For the Dolomites, the nearest major airports are <strong data-start=\"1224\" data-end=\"1240\">Venice (VCE)<\/strong>, <strong data-start=\"1242\" data-end=\"1259\">Treviso (TSF)<\/strong>, and <strong data-start=\"1265\" data-end=\"1281\">Verona (VRN)<\/strong>; from there you can rent a car or take regional buses to mountain towns.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"1066\" data-end=\"1606\">Turin is extremely well connected via <strong data-start=\"1393\" data-end=\"1416\">Turin Airport (TRN)<\/strong> and fast trains from Milan.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"1066\" data-end=\"1606\">For the Aosta Valley, the most convenient arrival points are <strong data-start=\"1506\" data-end=\"1515\" data-is-only-node=\"\">Turin (TRN)<\/strong> or <strong data-start=\"1519\" data-end=\"1543\">Milan Malpensa (MXP)<\/strong>, followed by a scenic train or bus journey into the mountains.<\/p>\n<div id=\"attachment_12740\" style=\"width: 2058px\" class=\"wp-caption alignnone\"><img decoding=\"async\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-12740\" class=\"wp-image-12740 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.walksofitaly.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/10\/wooden-cabin-in-the-snow-with-a-view-on-the-HJV4DPZ-scaled.jpg\" alt=\"Wooden chalet in the snow and with icicles hanging from the roof with a view onto Langkofel Dolomites mountain peak on the Seiser Alm, South Tyrol, Italy in winter.\" width=\"2048\" height=\"1356\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.walksofitaly.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/10\/wooden-cabin-in-the-snow-with-a-view-on-the-HJV4DPZ-scaled.jpg 2048w, https:\/\/www.walksofitaly.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/10\/wooden-cabin-in-the-snow-with-a-view-on-the-HJV4DPZ-768x509.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.walksofitaly.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/10\/wooden-cabin-in-the-snow-with-a-view-on-the-HJV4DPZ-1536x1017.jpg 1536w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 2048px) 100vw, 2048px\" \/><p id=\"caption-attachment-12740\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">A view onto Langkofel Dolomites mountain peak on the Seiser Alm, South Tyrol, Italy in winter.<\/p><\/div>\n<p data-start=\"0\" data-end=\"322\"><strong>Ready to make your Italian winter escape truly unforgettable? <\/strong><\/p>\n<p data-start=\"0\" data-end=\"322\"><strong data-start=\"62\" data-end=\"80\">Walks of Italy<\/strong> offers expert-led tours that bring the country\u2019s art, history, and hidden stories to life \u2014 whether you&#8217;re wandering Venice\u2019s festive alleys, exploring Rome without the crowds, or discovering Florence\u2019s masterpieces in winter tranquillity.\u00a0<strong data-start=\"324\" data-end=\"367\">Don\u2019t just visit Italy, experience it.\u00a0\u00a0<\/strong><\/p>\n<p data-start=\"0\" data-end=\"322\">Browse the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.walksofitaly.com\/\">full range of tours at Walks of Italy<\/a> and reserve your spot today. Your perfect Italian adventure is only a click away!<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Few places are more magical than Italy in winter. In the south, the coastline remains beautiful, the temperatures relatively mild. In Rome, Florence and Venice, crowds are less, making it the perfect time to visit the Sistine Chapel or Uffizi in relative tranquillity. 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