Cerreto Laghi
Cerreto Laghi: A stunning scenery in the mountains of the Appennines
Cerreto Laghi is a wonderful ski resort located in the Tuscan-Emilian Apennines National Park. Its geographical location is perfect as its catchment area not only includes the province of Reggio Emilia but also the neighboring Lunigiana, especially the provinces of Massa-Carrara and La Spezia. Cerreto Laghi is part of the municipality of Ventasso, located about 2 kilometers southeast of the Cerreto Pass. The hamlet is connected to provincial road 58, which joins State road 63 of the Cerreto Pass right at the pass, where the municipality of Fivizzano begins. The town is located at an altitude of 1,344 meters and is situated along the northern slope of Monte La Nuda.
Winter season: The great beauty of the ski slopes of Cerreto Laghi
The Cerreto Laghi ski resort is composed of 11 slopes, served by 4 ski lifts, which extend for a total of 16 km of Alpine ski slopes. From the Cerretano Lake parking lot, you can access the starting and ending area of the Zero, One, Two, and Three slopes that run through a forest of spruces, beeches, and oaks. In addition, the start of the different slopes can be found at the upper edge of the forest, near the La Piella Refuge. The area also hosts an additional three-seat ski lift that takes you to the top of Monte La Nuda. From the top of the mountain, it is possible to go down three different slopes, which join the previous 4 slopes. Moreover, you can take the Belfiore slope, which runs along the mountain slope and wanders on the western side. Inside Cerreto Laghi, there is also a ski school with carpet lift. The ski resort is completed with a 12 km cross-country ski circuit that winds around Lake Pranda. About halfway between the La Piella Refuge and the Cerretano Lake, accessible from slopes 1 and 2, you can find the snow park, dedicated to snowboarders.
Ice rink and Porcino mushroom World Championship: Reasons to visit Cerreto Laghi
For winter sports enthusiasts, Cerreto Laghi has a magnificent Olympic-style ice rink, called Palaghiaccio. Also, starting from October 2012, the location hosts the Porcino Mushroom World Championship. The championship represents the final event of a circuit that includes the Porcino Mushroom Palio - Fungo Flash of Albareto and the Fungo Trek of Prato Spilla. And what if you are not a winter sports or mushroom enthusiast? Don't worry! Cerreto Laghi is a wonderful place to spend time in complete relaxation, immersed in nature, breathing in the fresh mountain air and enjoying a breathtaking view.
If you are looking for a destination for your next winter vacation or simply seeking a place to spend a relaxing weekend, Cerreto Laghi is definitely a destination to consider. In every season of the year, the location offers tourists moments of pure beauty and relaxation, immersed in the unspoiled nature of the Apennines Tosco-Emiliano. Come and discover the magic of Cerreto Laghi!
