Bormio is one of the most famous Italian ski resorts. It hosts the World Cup competitions, and has also hosted the World Alpine Ski Championships twice. In addition to well-prepared slopes, it also has a wide range of apres-ski.
In the area of Bormio there are hot mineral springs that were used since antiquity. From the Middle Ages, the town developed as a commercial center on the route leading to Switzerland. At the end of the 19th century, the fashion for recreation in the mountains and skiing began all over Europe. Lying in the mountains and having access to mineral springs, Bormio quickly gained popularity as a mountain resort.
Today Bormio is one of the best organized Italian ski resorts. There is a Bormio Ski resort with about 50 km of slopes of various difficulty levels. The most difficult and medium-level routes are here. There are also FIS-approved slopes for championship competitions. They hosted the participants of the Alpine Ski World Championships and the World Cup competitions are held here regularly. Two other ski resorts, Santa Caterina Valfurva and Isolaccia / Oga, operate in the neighboring villages.
In addition to the downhill runs, Bormio also offers freeride runs, which are among the best in Europe, a well-prepared snow park and cross-country ski runs. There is also a wide range of apres ski, which includes, among others clubs, discos, restaurants, game rooms, bowling, ice rink. A big attraction of Bormio are the local hot springs used in numerous spa and wellness centers, hotel swimming pools and the large Bormio Thermal Baths.
In summer, the area around Bormio attracts hikers. Hiking trails lead to the surrounding peaks, and access to the higher places is also provided by year-round cable cars. The valley is well known to paragliding enthusiasts, and good wind conditions allow for long, safe flights.
