Italian ski resorts have a glory of one of the best destinations for winter holidays. Thanks to united system of lifts, several ski resorts in the Italian Alps are combined into a huge ski area with slopes of any complexity. Newcomers enjoy "blue" routes, freeriders likes "black" slopes, and heli-skiing enthusiasts prefer to land to the snowy plains from a helicopter and ride through uncharted slopes.
By the way, the mountain peaks of the Apennine peninsula border with Switzerland and France, and some ski tracks go through territories of these countries.
Lifts on ski resort in Italy
Interest in houses and apartments in the mountains of Italy is unabated for decades: here you can find relaxation and entertainment for any taste and budget, and the quality of infrastructure can satisfy the most demanding sportsmen. Besides breathtaking ski touring in the snow-covered slopes, you can ride in dog sledding, to participate in the carnival or soak in the outdoor thermal spa, enjoying views of Alpine peaks . And how do you like polo on snow ?
Major ski regions of Italy are Dolomites, Dolomiti di Brenta, Alta Valtellina, Valle d'Aosta, Val di Susa, Limone Piemonte and Trento. Buying Property on ski resorts in Italy is not only prestigious, but also good buy. An endless stream of tourists provides regular income for property owners, hoteliers and shopkeepers.
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Dolomites
The most famous ski resorts in Italy, such as the Val di Fassa, Val di Fiemme , Marmolada, Kronplatz, Cortina d'Ampezzo, San Martino di Castrozza, Sappada, Alta Pusteria and many others are located in the Dolomites.
Village of Schenna in Dolomites
Fifteen hundred of trails encircle the valley and pass thought cozy Alpine villages. All ski resorts in this region of Italy are different. Snow cannons work in Val Gardena. Cortina d'Ampezzo is famous for après-ski (entertainment for skiers): bars, discos and nightclubs are as amazing as trails.
Mountains close to Cortina d'Ampezzo
Three-story villa with 11 bathrooms and a wellness centre is for sale for €18 million, but there are much cheaper properties. Spacious apartment in the Dolomites, which suits the best for a large family, with mountain views, costs € 2.4 million. An apartment of 115 sq m is goes for €380 thousand.
Ski resort in Dolomites
If you set out to invest in the commercial property, you can buy commercial real estate in the Italian Alps. For example, a hotel with 27 rooms, located in the mountains near Venice, is for sale for €2.4 million.
Valle d'Aosta
Valle d'Aosta is the most high-altitude in Italy. Famous Mont Blanc is located here. By the way, a single ski pass allows you to ride on the French and Swiss slopes too.
Region is considered one of the most expensive and prestigious . Famous resorts here are Cervinia, Courmayeur, La Thuile and Monte Rosa. The cost of apartments in the region ranging from €4,900 to €14,705 per square meter. Chalet in the mountains in this area of Italy can be bought for €2.5 million, a mansion - for €2 million.
Limone Piemonte
Perhaps the main feature of the region having predominantly "red" routes is its proximity to the beautiful Nice and Monaco. The resort is often called "Marine area of the Alps."
The cost of apartments in Limone Piemonte may be whether €50 thousand or several hundred thousand. A small hotel can be purchased for €700-900 thousand, but modern and well-equipped hotel would be much more expensive.
Dolomiti di Brenta
In addition to its famous resorts of Madonna di Campiglio, Pinzolo, Val di Sole, Passo Tonale, Andalo, the region is attractive due to its proximity to Venice, as well as to cities of Bolzano and Trento, famous for colourful architecture. Except of skating in various slopes, in Dolomiti di Brenta you can dance during the big carnival or ride in harness. The average price of apartments in the mountains of the Dolomiti di Brenta ranges from €4,500 to €5,000 for a square meter. Apartment of 125 sq. m in Bolzano can be purchased for €468,000.
Christmas in Bolzano
Trento
City of Trento and its environs can attract lovers of history and architecture rather than professional skiers . There are many beautiful lakes, which reflect mountains and medieval castles in the waters. You can comfortably sit on the shore and enjoy the enchanting silence. There are not many people here,so it's not easy to meet someone.
Aerial view of Trento
It's possible to buy an apartment in the resort of Terlago for €159,000 (of 80 sq. m). Like everywhere else, prices depend on size, location and condition of housing.
Owners of entertainment complexes and commercial real estate in Trento earn well thanks to tourists. Investments into the restaurant business can also be profitable.
Alta Valtellina
Sopes for professionals and semi-professionals are concentrated in the region of Alta Valtellina. The region's most famous resort, Bormio, has one of the best thermal spas and mud baths. Bormio is located in elevation of 1792 m and there is the opportunity to ride on the slopes of Switzerland. Apartments in the city of Sandra, the administrative center of the region, cost about €2,000 per square meter.
Bormio
However, being impressed with the property price, the proximity of the lifts or a magnificent view, remember that in addition to the cost of house or apartment, in the ski resorts of Italy (as well as in other parts of the country) you have to pay 11% tax on the transaction, as well as notary fees and realtor reward. In addition, home insurance in Italy is compulsory and requires annual payments of 1-2% of the purchase price.
Due to high incomes in Northern Italy, banks provide mortgages for people of all ages. And today, the number of loans granted for the purchase or renovation of real estate is three times more than in the southern regions.
Text: Valeria Myshkina, for ee24.com.