Summer Skiing at the Stelvio Pass: Yes, You Can Ski in Italy in July!
Summer Skiing at the Stelvio Pass: Yes, You Can Ski in Italy in July! Most people head to Italy in summer for pizza, gelato and lazy afternoons by the lake. But what if we told you that you can swap your flip-flops for ski boots... in the middle of July? Welcome to Passo dello Stelvio, one of Europe's most unique summer destinations. Here, at an altitude of over 2,750 metres, you'll find one of the highest ski areas in the Alps, where snow is still very much part of the summer holiday. Trust us — skiing in the morning and enjoying an Italian terrace in the afternoon might just become your new favourite summer tradition. Where is the Stelvio Pass? Stelvio Pass (Passo dello Stelvio in Italian) connects Lombardy with South Tyrol and is famous for its spectacular mountain road featuring 48 legendary hairpin bends. It's considered one of the most beautiful mountain drives in the world. Even if you don't ski, the drive alone is worth adding to your Italy bucket list. The pass sits at nearly 2,758 metres, making it one of the highest paved mountain passes in Europe.