Resort Comparison

Arabba-Marmolada vs Madesimo

Madesimo excels for families prioritizing walkability and village atmosphere, while Arabba-Marmolada offers more terrain for diverse skill levels.

The Verdict

Madesimo leads with 4 wins

Best for Families

Exceptionally walkable village

Best Snowfall

162.4" average season

Best Terrain

Arabba-Marmolada

5,249' of vertical

Best Value

$48 day pass

Easiest Access

Most accessible

Best Village Vibe

Arabba-Marmolada

Pleasant base area

Arabba-Marmolada

Veneto, Italy

$$Independent

Lombardy, Italy

$$Independent

Family

Ski School Age

4+

4+

Full-Day Program

Beginner Terrain

6.0

7.0

Walkability

7.5

8.0

Village Vibe

7.5

7.5

Mountain

Vertical

5,249'

5,249'

Skiable Area

1,550 ac

1,483 ac

Green Runs

10%

15%

Trails

63

50

Lifts

26

14

Getting There

Airport

VRN

MXP

Drive Time

3h

2.5h

Road Ease

5.5

5.5

Cost

Passes

Independent

Independent

Day Pass

$68

$48

Cost Tier

Moderate

Moderate

Village

Dining

Good

Moderate

Grocery

Spa

Pool

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Snowfall Comparison

Live conditions

Arabba-Marmolada

118.8"

avg season

2024-25 season

69.3" total

58%

Madesimo

162.4"

avg season

2024-25 season

118.3" total

73%

Season Accumulation (10-Year Average)

OctNovDecJanFebMarApr

162"81"0"

Arabba-Marmolada

Madesimo

Key Insights

Madesimo excels for families prioritizing walkability and village atmosphere, while Arabba-Marmolada offers more terrain for diverse skill levels.

Key Differences

Madesimo's beginner terrain score (7.0) exceeds Arabba-Marmolada's (6.0), making it better for families prioritizing beginner runs

Best For

Arabba-Marmolada

Parents with young children (ski school from age 4)
Budget-conscious families
Parents wanting full-day ski school programs

Madesimo

Parents with young children (ski school from age 4)
Budget-conscious families
Parents wanting full-day ski school programs

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Regions

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