Italy Ski/Covid Update (1 Viewer)

[Paddington]

With many of us hoping to hit the slopes this winter and all trying to keep up to date with a constantly changing situation, I wondered whether it might be useful to have a page devoted to each of the main skiing countries in europe. The purpose being to locate up to date info quickly without having to scroll through lots of info. So with this in mind, I would suggest Funsters not add general comments to this page, only factual information relevant to the country in question (to the best of our knowledge).

 

[Paddington]

From 5 November to 2 December 2020, travelling away from home, including internationally, is restricted from England except in limited circumstances such as for work or for education. Different rules apply in Scotland, Wales and Broken Link Removed. You must follow all the rules that apply to you.

The FCDO advises against all but essential travel to:

• the whole of Italy based on the current assessment of COVID-19 risks.

If you are returning to the UK from Italy, you will need to self-isolate on your return (unless you are exempt).

 

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Travel to Italy is subject to entry restrictions

• When you arrive in Italy from the UK, you must show evidence that you tested negative for COVID within the 72 hours before your travel. Do not use the NHS testing service for a test to travel to Italy. You should arrange to take a private test.
• Alternatively, you can get a free test on arrival at some airports, or at a testing facility in Italy shortly after you arrive. If you test positive in Italy, you will be required to quarantine. Your quarantine may last from 10 days to 3 weeks, so you should be prepared in case you test positive.
• If you have stayed in or transited through a small number of listed countries in the 14 days before you enter Italy, you’ll also need to self-isolate for 14 days on entering Italy. If you cannot do that for any reason, you may be refused entry to Italy.
• You should download and complete a self-declaration from the Ministry of Interior before you travel to Italy and inform local authorities of your presence.

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Public spaces and services
Enhanced measures are in place across Italy to help prevent the spread of Coronavirus:

• A nightly curfew is in place in all regions from 2200 to 0500. You cannot leave your place of residence during this time apart from for emergency, work or health reasons. You’ll need to carry a self-declaration form explaining your reasons for travel.
• There is a strong recommendation from the Italian Government that people do not travel by public or private transport except for work, study or health reasons, or for reasons of necessity.
• Public transport is operating at 50% capacity and its use is discouraged except for essential purposes.
• Social distancing of one metre must be observed.
• The use of masks is mandatory in all public spaces, whether outdoors or indoors. You should pay close attention to signage when travelling and carry a mask with you at all times.
• Only four people can sit together at a restaurant, bar or café. These venues must close at 6pm, although they can offer takeaway service, for consumption at home, until midnight.
• Museums, theatres, cinemas and concert venues are closed.
• Dance activity in nightclubs and open air venues has been suspended and parties are not permitted.
• Parks are open and outdoor exercise is permitted, subject to social distancing. Contact sport is banned and sports centres, swimming pools, spas and wellness centres are closed.
• Funerals are permitted to take place with limited attendance. Churches can celebrate mass, weddings and baptisms. Receptions following civil and religious ceremonies are banned.
• Conferences and trade fairs are banned, unless held online.

More stringent measures are in place in some Italian regions that have been designated ‘red zones’. Current red zones are; Lombardy, Piemonte, Valle d’Aosta and Calabria.

Travel to or from one of those regions should only be for work, health or emergency reasons. Bars and eateries are closed and only shops selling essential items are open.

Regional and local authorities in Italy are empowered to adjust these measures where required, which may occur at short notice. You are strongly advised to consult the websites for the regions in which you are travelling for the latest information. You should also pay close attention to local signage.

 

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If you need medical advice or believe you have symptoms of coronavirus you should contact your local GP, your local ASL (Azienda Sanitaria Locale) or one of the regional numbers listed on the Italian Ministry of Health website before visiting a health centre.

 

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If you do travel to Italy you must show evidence that you tested negative for COVID within the 72 hours before your travel (by arranging a private test). If you test positive in Italy, you will be required to quarantine for up to 3 weeks. On re-entering the UK from Italy, you will need to self-isolate for 14 days.

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Did you miss the news that all ski slopes in Italy are shut to the general public until end of November at present ?

“Apart from national competitions, Italy's ski facilities will remain closed. In November you will not go skiing in Italy,” said the Italian Minister of Sports, Vincenzo Spadafora, according to Italian media. The rules of the new Emergency Decree expire on November 24th.Oct 28, 2020

 

[Ridgeway]

Lombardy is pretty much locked down, you cannot move out of your village without valid reason. Not sure about Piedmont and Trento

 

[Paddington]

Current red zones are; Lombardy, Piemonte, Valle d’Aosta and Calabria.

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[Paddington]

BBC article
Germany is seeking an agreement with EU countries to keep ski resorts closed until early January, in an attempt to curb the spread of coronavirus. Chancellor Angela Merkel told parliament that efforts were being made to reach a Europe-wide decision.

Italy and France have expressed support for a co-ordinated approach. But Austria has voiced concern.

Some of the early European coronavirus hotspots were at ski resorts, helping spread infections across the continent.

Like Germany, Italy has also stressed the need for a united approach on the issue of ski resorts, and Prime Minister Giuseppe Conte has already backed delaying the start of the ski season.

"If Italy decided to shut down all its ski lifts without any support from France, Austria and the other countries, then Italian tourists would risk going abroad and taking the contagion back home," he told La7 TV earlier this week.

Many Italians head for the slopes over the Christmas and New Year break and the period is a vital part of the local economy for ski resorts across Europe.

French President Emmanuel Macron has made clear that the country's ski resorts will stay shut until the New Year. Prime Minister Jean Castex said on Thursday he wanted to see the coronavirus rules for ski resorts "harmonised at European level as much as possible".

But Austria has voiced concern over any EU-wide plan for ski resorts, with Finance Minister Gernot Blümel saying that if the EU forced the resorts to remain closed, "then they will have to pay for it". Compensation would run into billions of euros.

Switzerland is not in the European Union and, unlike other Alpine destinations, its ski resorts are already open, so skiers unable to spend their winter breaks in neighbouring countries could head there instead.

 

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Poor Austrians. It's their national sport. Feel for them.

 

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But Austria has voiced concern over any EU-wide plan for ski resorts, with Finance Minister Gernot Blümel saying that if the EU forced the resorts to remain closed, "then they will have to pay for it". Compensation would run into billions of euros.

They'll be about equal once the austrians have paid damages for failing to shut the ski resort once infections were noted last season.

But Austria has voiced concern.

Mainly because they were covering up the last time.

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[Ridgeway]

Some cycling buddies this morning, they found snow at least

They were a tad high up though.....

 

[Paddington]

France and Italy are closing resorts over the holiday season to stop the spread of Covid-19. Italy is aiming to limit travel between regions and also between municipalities over the Christmas and New Year break.

From December 21st 2020 to January 6th 2021, travel between different regions (including those to or from the autonomous provinces of Trento and Bolzano) will be prohibited, with the exception of travel for proven work reasons, situations of necessity or health reasons said a statement from the government.

 

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The FCDO advises against all but essential travel to:

• the whole of Italy based on the current assessment of COVID-19 risks.

If you are returning to the UK from Italy, you will need to self-isolate on your return (unless you are exempt). Check the latest guidance for England, Broken Link Removed, Scotland and Wales.

Travel to Italy is subject to entry restrictions

• Entry into Italy from the UK is only permitted for those with official residency in Italy OR those with absolute necessity, which must be declared in writing
• Until 6 January, those wishing to fly must present the airline with a negative COVID-19 rapid antigenic or molecular swab test taken no more than 72 hours before travel. You must ALSO take a COVID-19 rapid antigenic or molecular swab test on arrival in Italy – arrivals by air from the UK will take this test at the airport. Whatever the result of the 2 swab tests, those arriving in Italy from the UK must ALSO report to their local health authorities on arrival AND must self-isolate for 14 days
• From 7 to 15 January, travellers must present a negative test, taken no more than 48 hours before travel, and return to their place of residence by private means. They should report to their local health authority and self-isolate for 14 days.
• You will need to download and complete a self-declaration from the Ministry of Interior before you travel to Italy and inform local authorities of your presence
• From 1 January 2021, UK nationals, resident in Italy by 31 December 2020, will need to show proof of residence when re-entering Italy. This could include an identity card, a registration certificate or a utility bill in your name
• Consult the Italian Government’s online questionnaire (in English) for more advice on entry requirements and travel to Italy

If you’re returning to the UK from overseas, you will need to:

• provide your journey and contact details before you travel
• check if you need to self-isolate on your return

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Mainland Scotland Lockdown until end of January: It is illegal to travel between Scotland and other parts of the UK unless the journey is essential. The Scottish government strongly advises against non-essential foreign travel, and the tougher restrictions mean that non-essential travel into and out of Scotland is prohibited.

 

[Paddington]

Italy has pushed back the reopening of its ski resorts to 18th January.

 

[Ridgeway]

Many of my riding pals are out in the snow this and last week, all are cross country or Skialpy guys and they keep sending me ridicules pictures trying to tempt me off my bike

There was a massive dump end of last week at 1000m and we still have a good 15cm here at 700m.

I may be tempted but quite unlikely as me and planks aren't usually a good mix

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[Paddington]

Travel to Italy is subject to entry restrictions

• Until 15 January, entry into Italy is only permitted for those with official residency or those with absolute necessity, which must be declared in writing.
• Until 15 January, those wishing to fly must present the airline with a negative COVID-19 rapid antigenic or molecular swab test taken no more than 72 hours before entry into Italy. You must also take a COVID-19 rapid antigenic or molecular swab test within 48 hours of entering Italy – arrivals by air from the UK will take this test at the airport. Whatever the result of the 2 swab tests, those arriving in Italy from the UK must also report to their local health authorities on arrival and self-isolate for 14 days.
• You will need to download and complete a self-declaration from the Ministry of Interior before you travel
• From 1 January 2021, UK nationals, resident in Italy by 31 December 2020, will need to show proof of residence when re-entering Italy. This could include an identity card, a registration certificate or a utility bill in your name.
• Consult the Italian Government’s online questionnaire (in English) for more advice on entry requirements and travel to Italy.

 

[Paddington]

Ski resorts in italy will not be open until at least 15th february .