Peak Elevation
1,877 m
6,158 ft
Vertical Drop
472 m
1,547 ft
Skiable Area
100 ha
247 ac
Avg Snowfall
77 cm
30.4 in
Lifts
7
Lorica Weather Forecast
About
Lorica sits in the Sila National Park in Calabria, southern Italy, within the municipality of Casali del Manco. Skiing runs from a 1,405 meter base to a 1,877 meter summit, a 472 meter vertical drop served by lifts including a gondola and chairlift across roughly 8 km of pistes. Run since 2018 by regional railway company Ferrovie della Calabria, it has a troubled history of multi-year closures and reopened for regular seasons only from December 2024.
Terrain
Difficulty Breakdown
Local symbols shown first, North American second
Lifts & Conditions
Amenities
Operated by Ferrovie della Calabria Srl
Data validated from official sources but may be incomplete or outdated. Always verify with the resort directly.
Frequently Asked Questions
How many lifts does Lorica have?
Lorica has 7 ski lifts, with a combined uphill capacity of approximately 8,740 riders per hour.
What is the vertical drop at Lorica?
Lorica has a vertical drop of 1,547 feet (472 meters).
What is the peak elevation of Lorica?
The summit of Lorica sits at 6,158 feet (1,877 meters) above sea level.
How many trails does Lorica have?
Lorica has 4 marked trails, totaling roughly 4.04 miles of skiing.
How big is the skiable terrain at Lorica?
Lorica covers 247 acres (100 hectares) of skiable terrain.
Does Lorica offer night skiing?
Yes, Lorica offers night skiing. Hours and trail availability vary by season, so check the official website for current schedules.
Does Lorica have snowmaking?
Yes, Lorica has snowmaking to supplement natural snowfall and extend the ski season.
How much snow does Lorica get each year?
Lorica averages around 30.4 inches (77 cm) of snowfall per season.