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Record Snow in Italy’s Prato Nevoso Triggers Traffic Controls as Police Meter Mountain Access

Authorities now meter access to manage safety plus parking capacity, with no timeline for full reopening.

Overview

  • Nearly three meters of new snow fell in Prato Nevoso on Boxing Day, making the 1,600‑meter resort the snowiest in Europe.
  • The Province of Cuneo and the municipality of Frabosa Sottana closed Provincial Road No. 327 at the Frabosa Soprana junction toward Prato Nevoso and Artesina.
  • Local police are permitting uphill travel only during outflow windows to prevent fresh gridlock and keep traffic moving safely.
  • Officials say access will be managed dynamically with no set reopening date, and residents can still reach the ski areas but should expect queues.
  • Il Meteo forecasts no additional snowfall in the coming days, while some reports warn of high avalanche risk and urge use of secured pistes.