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.