The Snow Volley Festival, which runs from 29 March to 1 April, attracts passionate amateur athletes as well as European champions. The event combines the skills of local athletes with the expertise of European competitors, creating a vibrant atmosphere filled with camaraderie and competitive spirit. 

The festival offers registered participants the opportunity to experience the thrill of competition on a variety of playing fields. Amateur categories include 3vs3 tournaments for men and women, 2vs2 tournaments for men, women and mixed, and a mixed 4vs4 tournament. 

Matteo Carlon, President of Snow Volley Italy, said: "Prato Nevoso, which has already hosted epic Italian championship finals, is the cradle of Snow Volley in Italy. Hosting a stage of the CEV European Tour is a tribute to our history and the passion that drives our community."

In Georgia, Italy beat Poland 2-1 (15-10, 9-15, 15-9) in the men's final and Turkey1 beat Turkey2 2-0 (15-11, 15-13) in the women's final. The first round of the competition is now underway in Erzurum, Turkey, and will run until 15 March. 

Two weeks later, Prato Nevoso, a village situated in the Ligurian Alps, in the province of Cuneo, will host the CEV Snow Volleyball European Tour from 29 March to 1 April. The main draw will start with a group stage of 16 teams who will then qualify for the next round. This event marks the end of the snow volleyball season. 

Away from the volleyball, the weekend offers a range of activities, including the highly anticipated King & Queen of the Court competition and the Spring Splash pool event, which promises a festive Easter Monday for all participants. Après ski gatherings, themed Snowers Night parties and the La Rossa Music Festival add to the excitement.