Limone Piemonte is an old ski resort in the Southwestern Alps, which since the beginning of the 19th century has been pleasing its visitors with a variety of slopes and a developed tourist infrastructure. This amazing place is located at the junction of the borders of Italy and France, and combines the cultures of both countries. The resort has many nature reserves and parks, perfect for hiking, horseback riding and simple walks. The hilly landscapes of the Maritime Alps, large chilling lakes, many ancient castles at the foot of the mountain make the resort surprisingly beautiful both in winter and at other times of the year.
About the resort
Limone Piemonte is a city where, thanks to the preserved medieval buildings, visitors can enjoy not only incredibly beautiful views of the Southern Alps, but also spend their time on excursions to historical monuments. At night, the commune burns with thousands of lights, and if you watch it from the side, it may seem as if the fire is burning between two huge ranges.
The settlement has a total of 1,500 inhabitants, most of whom are employed in the tourism sector, so finding a house and an instructor will not be a problem for you. The temperature at the resort in winter is around -4 degrees and very rarely drops below. In the summer, it rises to +20 degrees.
Thanks to such balanced weather, Limone Piemonte remains relevant at any time of the year. You can view the two-week weather forecast at the resort at www.gismeteo.ua.
The ski season is open from December to April.
Skiing
The amazing slopes of the "White Reserve" include about 80 km of tracks of various types and complexity. Therefore, Limone Piemonte is very popular among lovers of family vacations.
The resort has 40 slopes with different levels of slopes. Of these, 26 red slopes are ideal for experienced skiers and will not let them get bored in the valley of the Colle di Tenda pass.
Thanks to seven blue slopes of medium difficulty, visitors have the opportunity to go down a long descent and enjoy the speed. The absence of sharp slopes makes the passage through these sections more relaxed and enjoyable, and thanks to long direct exits, they make it possible to fully enjoy the picturesque beauties of the southwestern Alps.
For professionals, there are 7 black slopes equipped with sharp turns and drops. All routes laid about three ridges. The central one is Limone, has a height of 1400 meters and lies between two other, higher. There is also a children's park and a ski school with a special gentle slope, where any novice skier can improve their skills.
The resort has a network of online webcams, which you can see right here
Colle di Tenda
Ski passes
In the resort of Limone Piemonte, a single ski pass is valid for all routes.
For children aged 7 to 14 years, the cost of a weekly ski pass is 141 euros, for an adult, this price is slightly higher, 191 euros. The cost of a ski pass for the weekend is 34/25 euros per adult / child, respectively.
The price varies depending on the season, today's prices you can see on the official website www.neveitalia.it.
Après ski
The developed infrastructure of Lemon Piemonte will not let your guests get bored. After skiing, tourists can relax in the local alpine restaurants - right next to the slopes there are many similar establishments.
For lovers of pampering themselves with exquisite Italian wines, the community has built special bars with wines of their own production, such as Barolo (Barolo) and Barbaresco (Barbaresco).
Tourists can also visit local spas, which are quite a lot. There you can enjoy peeling, wrapping, steaming and a few more special alpine procedures.
Almost all hotels are equipped with their own Finnish baths, so after a long ski trip, you have the opportunity to go home and warm up in the bathhouse.
Limone Piedmontier is an ancient city, so lovers of attractions can stroll along medieval streets and visit places such as the Gothic-style St. Pietro church, as well as the picturesque bell tower of the XI century.
For lovers of more active recreation, the city is filled with many nightclubs, swimming pools and shopping centers. The most athletic tourists can visit the Campo Base center, which has an ice rink, gym, climbing wall, baths, saunas and a swimming pool. Tourists can also go on an amazing adventure on the "Train of Miracles." The local railway forms its own route, which runs right through the Alpine Mountains. This path was laid so that tourists could enjoy all the beauties of alpine meadows, views of snow-capped mountains, as well as drive through a network of tunnels with a total length of about 60 km.
Hotels
The tourist area of Limone Piedmont has a modern complex of hotels, cottages and apartments. Since most of the population is passionate about the tourism business, finding a home for a fairly affordable price will not be very difficult.
We have selected the best hotels for you according to reviews and rating of tourists.
2 stars
Two-star hotels are often chosen by couples - it is usually quite quiet here, there are no noisy drinking establishments where guests stay until late. In addition, the cost of a room for 3 people is also very moderate.
Petit meuble
Petit Meuble is a small hotel in a classic Alpine style. The rooms of the hotel, whose interior is made of wood, have bathrooms, TVs and Wifi. The hotel offers views of the fascinating Alpine slopes.
La casetta del dahu
La Casetta Del Dahu is a fairly comfortable hotel for little money. The view overlooks the old church. Each room is equipped with its own shower and Wifi.
3 stars
Three-star hotels are the chosen classic among accommodation options. As a rule, the service here is an order of magnitude higher than that of 2 * hotels, but the prices are slightly higher. The municipality has 4 three-star hotels.
Marguareis
Hotel Marguareis is located in the heart of Limone Piemonte. A big plus of the hotel in its location, just 400 meters from the train station.
Limone Palace Aparthotel
The convenient location of the Limone Palace Aparthotel allows you to take walks along the picturesque slopes after skiing. For guests there is a steam room, fitness room, bike rental and many other pleasant surprises. The hotel is located just a few steps from the railway station and the bus stop going to the ski slopes.
4 stars
There are two luxury 4-star hotels in Limone Piemonte. Of course, the price of accommodation is quite high, but the range of services provided is usually quite justified.
Grand principe
Grand Principe is an incredibly beautiful stone hotel built in the style of medieval castles. There are all necessary amenities, a fine restaurant and bar. The hotel is located right next to the Riserva Bianca ski lifts and thanks to this, it offers gorgeous panoramic views of the slopes of the Southern Alps.
Apartments and B&B
As a rule, B&B is extremely popular among young people - the prices for accommodation are very affordable, and the provided amenities are quite enough for a comfortable stay.
Arrucador Boutique Lodge
Arrucador Boutique Lodge is a small bed & breakfast located close to the area’s main ski lifts. It offers - comfortable rooms with air conditioning, daily traditional breakfasts.
La casa dei gatti
La Casa dei Gatti is one of the most popular accommodation options for tourists who are not used to spending large amounts of money on accommodation, preferring to spend it on excursions and entertainment. A set of amenities is standard for hotels of this type - television, bathroom, daily breakfast in the hotel's dining room.
How to get there
Lemone Piedmont is located quite close to both Turin and Nice. Therefore, getting to this commune will not be any problem for you. An air ticket from Moscow to Turin will cost you an average of 250 euros, and to Nice - 200 euros. Next, you yourself can choose the most convenient way for you to travel:
By bus
The direct bus ticket from Turin to Limone Piemonte is only $ 9. The trip lasts 1 hour 20 minutes. The 91T bus leaves every hour from Torino Esposizioni Station.
By train
The most democratic mode of transport is trains. A regional ticket from Torino Porta Nuova Central Station to Limone Station costs € 8.7.
Trains run hourly with a change in Fossano, which, of course, is not very convenient for tourists, but cheap. The trip takes about 2 hours.
- See train instructions and Trenitalia.com
By car or taxi
Renting a car in Turin for 30-40 euros per day, the cost of fuel costs will be only 20 euros, and after an hour of driving, you can enjoy all the amenities of the Limone Piemonte resort. Be sure to keep in mind that almost all mountain passes for the winter are closed, so you should not trust the way to your navigator, it is better to create a route in advance, in consultation with experienced travelers or local residents.
The most comfortable way to travel from Turin to Limone Piemonte is to book a transfer. You can do this on the website kiwitaxi.ru. Transfer costs about 200 euros and takes about an hour. In addition, many hotels have their own transfers from Turin airport (and vice versa) - it is worthwhile to find out about the availability of this service and its cost.
Whether to go
Limone Piemonte, like many other alpine resorts, is famous for its solitude and the atmosphere of measured relaxation. The medieval city captivates tourists no less than the Southern Alps.
A rather diverse and well-thought-out infrastructure with a lot of entertainment has been built for guests here: from descents along the steep slopes of the Alps to horse riding and city tours. In the evening, tourists can dine at one of the local restaurants, enjoying Alpine dishes. Due to its location, getting to the resort is quite simple. That is why the resort of Limone Piemonte for the second century pleases skiers and snowboarders.
