Santa Caterina
Welcome to Santa Caterina Valfurva!
Hello everyone! Today I will talk to you about Santa Caterina Valfurva, a beautiful village in the municipality of Valfurva, in the province of Sondrio. If you love the mountains, sports, and relaxation, this is the right place for you!
Physical Geography
The village is located in the Stelvio National Park, a few kilometers from Bormio, Malles Venosta, Sondrio, and Milan and is a renowned ski resort. In addition to being accessible by road, you can also get there in the summer via the Gavia Pass, which connects the Valtellina to the Val Camonica.
The climate of Santa Caterina is typical of the alpine climate, with temperatures that in winter can reach up to -15°C and in summer reach 20°C.
Sports
If you are a sports enthusiast, Santa Caterina is the place for you! Here you can practice alpine and Nordic skiing, and the ski resort has hosted numerous stages of the World Cup, World Championships, and silent Olympics.
The Deborah Compagnoni slope was also chosen to host the men's downhill of the World Cup, replacing the traditional location of Bormio. In 2016, it was also the site of the historic combined event with slalom and SuperG, after the cancellation of Kitzbühel.
But it doesn't end there! Since 2015, a skyrunning World Cup event has also been held in Santa Caterina, another exciting sport to try.
Acqua Forta
If you are also looking for relaxation and spa treatments, in Santa Caterina you will find "acqua forta" (strong water). In 1698, Baldassarre Bellotti identified a water source in a marshy area on red soil. The water has been studied for its composition and therapeutic effects.
In 1836, the first hotel opened next to the source, the Grand Hotel Clementi, which was expanded in 1870. In the early 1900s, thermal baths were also built, a veritable paradise of relaxation and well-being.
Conclusion
In short, Santa Caterina Valfurva is the right place for lovers of sports, mountains, and relaxation. Come and discover the beauty of the Valtellina and relax in the Acqua Forta thermal baths. You won't regret it!
