When people think about winter trips to Italy, glamorous Cortina and Mont Blanc-adjacent Courmayeur often get the most attention. But tucked beneath the dramatic peaks of the Brenta Dolomites, Madonna di Campiglio is well worth the detour. The ski area connects 97 miles of runs across three villages, and you only need one pass to ski them all. In addition to challenging terrain (the Canalone Miramonti is a 1,800-feet-long World Cup slalom course), there are tons of unforgettable excursions available in Madonna di Campiglio, including a sunrise experience where you ski the mountain at first light.
Trentino, the province in northern Italy where this ski area is located, is also a fantastic food-and-wine destination. This is where Trentodoc, a crisp, bright sparkling wine made with grapes indigenous to the mountains, has been produced for more than a century. (Local wineries make still wines, too.) A good number of vineyards receive visitors for tastings and tours during the winter season. And given that you’re in Italy, delicious meals are never too far away. In the village of Pinzolo, not far from the ski lift, is Ristorante Mildas, a beloved family-owned dining room serving worth-traveling-for regional fare since 1966. Indulge in a gorgeous beef filet oven-baked with potatoes, mountain herbs, and red chilies after a lung-busting day skiing. But don’t leave without trying the Mirko-style Spaghetti, an umami-packed bowl of pasta tossed with tuna, capers, garlic, and tomatoes. It was concocted by the founder of the restaurant when it first opened over 50 years ago.
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