Macugnaga itself is delightful, with interesting paths leading to
the the older parts of the village where you will discover small
shops, cafès and bars.
The skiing
At the foot of the magnificent Monte Rosa, the picturesque resort of
Macugnaga is surrounded by stunning mountains. Both areas, Pecetto,
the quieter end of the village and Macugnaga center (also known as
Staffa) each have their own small ski area and there is a local ski
bus which runs during the day to take you the short journey from one
to the other (at a small local charge).
Skiing and boarding here is
ideal for beginners as the slopes are wide and un-crowded.
Advanced skiers may find it limited but you will enjoy the fast red
and black runs on the Monte Morro. Black runs are often left
un-pisted after a snowfall.
Lower intermediates will appreciate the gentle, forgiving runs of
the Belvedere whilst more adventurous skiers will revel in the
challenge of the red runs higher up. Good intermediates can venture
off piste and have their first go at powder skiing when conditions
are right.
A perfect place to learn to ski and snowboard with an excellent ski
school and nursery slopes.
Children from 5 years can attend ski school.
Highly recommended for learning to snowboard, as the runs in
Macugnaga are long and wide with fresh powder alongside and in
between the pisted runs. There is also a terrain park with rails and
jumps. The resort is limited for experienced boarders.
Apres ski
Macugnaga has a small selection of bars, try the Mignon bar or the
Flizzi bar and head onto the Big Ben for a spot of late night
reveling. The resort also has a number of restaurants to suit
everybody’s taste. The après-ski here is quiet, friendly and
informal and the resident Neilson Resort Manager will organize
various nights out.
