La Salle Mont Blanc Experience

There are also other important ski areas in the Aosta Valley, such as:

• Cervino, in the areas of Breuil-Cervinia, Valtournenche and Zermatt (Switzerland)
• Monterosa Ski, in the areas of Alagna Valsesia, Gressoney-La Trinité, Champoluc and Frachey
• Pila

The Cervino ski area is one of the largest in the Alps, stretching along three valleys in two countries, Italy and Switzerland, from 3,883 m on Piccolo Cervino to 1,524 m in Valtournenche.

The numerous pistes make it possible to ski all day long, alternating between easier and more challenging routes.

CHARACTERISTICS

• Altitude of Breuil-Cervinia: 2,050 m
• Altitude of Valtournenche: 1.524 m
• Lifts: 53 (19 in Breuil-Cervinia Valtournenche + 34 in Zermatt)
• Lift capacity per hour: 90,525 (Breuil-Cervinia Valtournenche + Zermatt)
• Maximum altitude reached by the lifts: 3,883 m Piccolo Cervino
• Downhill runs: 150 (72 in Breuil-Cervinia Valtournenche + 78 in Zermatt)
• Slopes with artificial snow: 200 km
• Summer ski runs: 26.5 km (5.5 km in Breuil-Cervinia, 21 km in Zermatt)
• Cross-country ski runs: 13 km (3 km in Breuil-Cervinia + 10 km in Valtournenche)
• Snowpark in Cervinia: at 2,800 m, the highest snowpark in Europe.
• 3 Baby Ski Park areas

Monterosa Ski, divided between Aosta Valley and Piedmont, has more than 130 km of slopes and 5 km of skiroute. The area has 20 lifts at an altitude of between 1,200 and 3,300 m.

VALSESIA

Valsesia is known as the greenest valley in Italy, thanks to its typical lush vegetation, exclusive walks in unspoilt valleys and, for the most experienced tourists, ascents to the highest peaks in Europe. As for the winter season, it offers unique opportunities thanks to its peaks of over 4000 m, snow-covered valleys and breathtaking views. Set in this fairy-tale landscape is Alagna, an unmissable destination for sports enthusiasts.

DESCRIPTION

Thanks to its connection with Valle d’Aosta, Monterosa Ski is one of the largest ski areas in Europe, with 180 km of slopes. There are numerous refuges on the slopes offering refreshments, with lunches and dinners based on typical products such as game and polenta, the possibility of relaxing in the sun or spending a characteristic night at altitude. But Alagna does not only offer fun for “classic” skiers. Those in search of thrills will find dozens of kilometres of freeride trails in the unspoilt setting of the Alta Valsesia Natural Park, under the shadow of the Monte Rosa massif. This is why it is known in Europe as a “freeride paradise”.

The Pila ski area is located in the village of the same name, in Gressan.

It is the “mountain penthouse” that everyone can afford, the most panoramic balcony over the Alps in the Aosta Valley. This is where the passion for snow is sparked.

DESCRIPTION

This resort is already synonymous with energy and recharging. An 18-minute ride on the comfortable cableway from Aosta to the 1800 metres of the basin, and voilà, the batteries are already charged. The car stays in the valley along with stress and problems.

All you need to pack in your suitcase is good cheer, sun, flavours, snow and skis to dive into an area that is one of the best in the Aosta Valley.

You can tell by looking at the numbers: 4 black runs, 21 red runs, 4 blue runs, which together with the ski-runs make up 70 km, up to an altitude of 2700 metres.

Skiing, snowboarding, freestyle, telemarking: this is snow for everyone, from beginners who take their first steps in the Baby Gorraz and Grimod area, to the more expert who seek their kingdom of curves and excitement between Chamolé, Couis and Platta de Grevon.

Under the skis, the slopes are always well prepared or specially left “rough” for mogul and powder lovers. From Pila alone, your gaze can embrace all the 4,000 metre peaks of the Vallée, from Mont Blanc to Grand Combin, from the Cervino to Monte Rosa, right up to Gran Paradiso, which has its “back to us”, without forgetting Grivola, Emilius and Rutor, legendary peaks that touch the fateful altitude of the Alpine giants.