Lurisia (Monte Pigna)
Height difference:
814-1734 m
Track length:
17 km
Season:
27 April — 27 April
Lurisia – Monte Pigna Resort is located in the Italian province of Cuneo region of Piemonte (provincia di Cuneo regione Piemonte). There are 17 km of trails for skiing and snowboarding. 4 lifts transport skiers. The winter sports complex is located between 814 and 1734 meters above sea level.
Lurisia Monte Pigna is a place that knows how to combine skiing with relaxation at the spa. It is easily accessible from Mondovi (15 km), from Cuneo (25 km) and Alba. Lurisia is located a few kilometers from the French border and the sea on the slopes of Monte Pigna in the Alpes-Maritimes.
This is a ski resort capable of meeting the needs of any skier, whether beginner or expert. The slopes meander between the valleys of Pesio and Ellero, the height differences are about 900 m.
Most of the trails face north-west, which provides ideal snow conditions. 4 lifts lead to 17 km of ski slopes partially covered with artificial snow.
A few steps from the Lurisia Monte Pigna ski school there is a training slope served by a belt lift. Children are thrilled and have fun learning skiing.
The resort has different routes for snowshoeing in the unspoiled nature of these mountains: the trails of Monte Pigna, Valle Cocca, Chima Gardiola and Chima Kars.
At the wellness center and thermal institute, you can pamper yourself with hydroponic treatments and “light water” with special qualities, designed by Madame Curie.
Working Hours
| Monday | Tuesday | Wednesday | Thursday | Friday | Saturday | Sunday |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 08:30 — 16:30 | 08:30 — 16:30 | 08:30 — 16:30 | 08:30 — 16:30 | 08:30 — 16:30 | 08:30 — 16:30 | 08:30 — 16:30 |
Season
As a rule, the ski season in these parts lasts from mid December to late March.
Ski pass prices
The cost of the day ski pass in the high season: € 22 (adult) and € 22 (children).
Slopes
Medium:
4 km
Hard:
11 km
Impossible:
2 km
Total length of tracks 17 km. The vertical drop is 920 meters. The preparation of the slopes is carried out with the help of special snow groomers of snow groomers. Artificial snowmaking system ensures snow cover on slopes during unstable weather. In the dark, the territory and slopes for skiing are illuminated. Highly professional instructors conduct group and individual lessons for adults and children.
Lifts
Baby lift:
1
T-bar lift:
3
Gondola lift:
1
On the tops of the slopes, skiers and snowboarders are delivered 5 lifts: 1 gondola lift and 3 t-bar lift. There is one children’s lift for beginners and children. The total length of the cable cars is 42 km, which are capable of transporting up to 1980 passengers/hour.
Infrastructure
The nearest villages to the resort:
- Lurisia (2.2 km)
- Roccaforte Mondovì (7 km)