Livigno: A night at the Snow Chalet

Over the years, no one shaped the North Italian winter sport destination Livigno as strongly as the Giacomelli family. What started as a single hotel in the village's center has grown into a large complex consisting of hotels , restaurants and fashion stores. The Giacomellis keep producing new ideas to attract more and more customers. A night at the Snow Chalet is definitely one of those special highlights!

Livigno is one of the most famous ski resorts in the Alpine region, with hotels and shops stretching through the entire duty-free town. This wasn't always the case, however. When Emilio Giacomelli opened Hotel Concordia, he was one of the village's first hotel operators.

Gradually, the number of tourists starts growing and the family business reaches full capacity. Giacomelli's seven children grow up to be young adults who study abroad and return to take their place in the firm. More hotels and fashion stores are added and the former family business becomes Lungolivigno SPA. The Giacomelli family grow with their company: 18 grandchildren and five great-grandchildren are part of the family today.

Talking to Fabio Giacomelli, Emilio's second-youngest son and Lungolivigno SPA's director, one can't tell whether he's more proud of his firm or his family. His heart and soul belongs to both, which is probably the secret to the family's success.

At the 4*S Lac Salin SPA & Mountain Resort, an unforgettable experience awaits you from December 18, 2019 to March 22, 2020. Here, you can spend an entire night inside your private Snow Chalet! The two chalets on the snow-covered slope across the hotels make for a magical night, cuddled inside your warm thermal sleeping bag while the cold wind howls outside.

With the “Snow Dream Experience” package, you'll enjoy a welcome appetizer and a romantic dinner in a traditional Alp hut. Before snuggling into your sleeping bag in the Snow Chalet you'll be served a hot cup of herbal tea. In the morning, a fresh cup of coffee will be brought to the chalet for you. Afterwards, head to the Stua da Legn restaurant at Lac Salin Spa & Mountain Resort for an ample breakfast with regional products. The cherry on top of the cake is a soothing massage at Mandira SPA, where you can also enjoy various pools and saunas.

Livigno has hotels and accommodations for every standard. At Lac Salin SPA & Mountain Resort ****S, you can enjoy the 1,200 square meter (13,000 square foot) spa area after an exciting day on the ski slopes. Also, don't forget to check out the culinary highlights at the Stua da Legn restaurant.

If you're looking to take advantage of the duty-free shopping possibilities, you might want to consider Hotel Concordia****. It is located right downtown and impresses with its warm atmosphere, wellness area and excellent cuisine.

The Montivas Lodge is a perfect fit for sports-oriented guests who are not in need for too many luxuries. The new facility is built climate-friendly and is equipped with modern, functional rooms.

The two mountain railway companies in Livigno, Mottolino and Carosello 3000, combine 115 kilometers (71 miles) of runs. About half of these runs are marked red though, which means that mostly advanced skiers will feel at home there. Various terrain parks and funlines complete the winter sport experience.

Livigno will be hosting the snowboard and freestyle events during the 2026 Winter Olympics. Small stadiums will be built in Mottolino, Sitas-Tagliede and Carosello 3000 specifically for these competitions. Livigno will also be one of the sites for an Olympic village, next to Milan and Cortina. Mottolino and Carosello 3000 are located on opposite sides of the village and are not connected so far. For the Olympic Games in 2026 this is set to change, though – A connection rail is being planned.