In the Valle d’Aosta, a passion for skiing and the beauty of the Alps combine to offer a unique experience, designed for all skiers, whether novice or experienced, young or old, and even those with disabilities. With iconic resorts like Courmayeur and Breuil-Cervinia, the region is committed to making skiing more inclusive than ever, by deploying facilities and services tailored to every visitor.
Through bold initiatives such as the ‘Ski for All’ programme and the affordable Magic Skipass, Valle d’Aosta is proving that the pleasure of skiing knows no boundaries. This winter, let yourself be tempted by an adventure where inclusivity and sharing are at the heart of every descent.
Breuil-Cervinia Valtournenche-Zermatt: panoramic skiing and unbeatable snow conditions
What awaits you: Imagine yourself at the summit of the Little Matterhorn, perched at 3883 metres above sea level, with a breathtaking view of the surrounding glaciers. Breuil-Cervinia, a true Alpine jewel, opens its pistes on 26 October for an extended season until 4 May 2025 (and without interruption until September for summer skiing), offering virtually uninterrupted access to its 150km of Italian pistes. Continuing your adventure as far as Zermatt, the ski area extends over an impressive 350km of pistes, linking Italy and Switzerland for skiing without borders. All this is accessible thanks to modernised facilities, including the Goillet chairlift, now equipped with the EcoDrive system, which reduces journey time from 11 to 5 minutes, while increasing capacity to 2,400 passengers/hour.
What makes Breuil-Cervinia Valtournenche-Zermatt stand out is its state-of-the-art infrastructure and its commitment to sustainable tourism. The innovative Matterhorn Alpine Crossing offers skiers and pedestrians alike the highest cable car crossing in the Alps, linking the two countries and allowing skiing virtually all year round. With DirectDrive on the Goillet chairlift, passengers enjoy heated backrests and individual footrests, wrapped in weatherproof canopies for a comfortable experience whatever the weather.
For an elegant break, the Hotel Cervino*** awaits you at the foot of the Matterhorn. This new luxury establishment, at an altitude of 2050 metres, offers 66 rooms, a 615 m² spa, and two restaurants serving local and responsible cuisine, with an emphasis on short circuits and vegetarian and vegan options. Committed to sustainable tourism, the hotel has eliminated all disposable plastics, saving 13 tonnes of waste per season, and uses only electricity from renewable sources. The Cervino is more than just accommodation: it’s an immersion in sustainable luxury, with integrated services such as a ski shop and free transfers to the slopes.
Cervino Ski Paradise – open from 26 October 2024 to 04 May 2024, then continuously until 7 September for the opening of the summer season.
Pila: skiing and panoramic views in one place
What to expect: Located just 18 minutes by gondola from the town of Aosta, Pila is a veritable balcony above the Alps, offering exceptional panoramic views of the legendary peaks of Mont-Blanc, the Matterhorn, Grand-Paradis and even Mont-Rose. This resort, nestled between 1540 and 2750 metres above sea level, offers the ideal setting for downhill skiing, with 70 km of perfectly groomed pistes suitable for all levels of skier, as well as hiking routes for those who prefer to explore the mountains more gently. This year, a brand-new gondola links the resort to Couis in just 15 minutes, making it effortless to reach the highest points of the resort and admire breathtaking panoramic views.
What makes the difference: One of Pila‘s most striking new developments is the Stella del Couis project, a gastronomic refuge at the top of Couis, designed in the shape of a star and blending perfectly into the natural landscape. This unique refuge welcomes skiers and visitors for moments of relaxation and tasty meals, showcasing local specialities in a warm atmosphere. Perfectly integrated into the alpine setting, the Stella del Couis is the ideal place to watch the sun set after a hard day on the slopes. What’s more, to make the experience even more immersive, the new ‘Couis 1’ gondola lift has been designed to cut journey times from 60 to 15 minutes and offer a smooth, fast ascent from the centre of Aosta, giving direct access to the peaks.
Pila: open from 30 November 2024 to 13 April 2025
Courmayeur Mont-Blanc: great skiing at the foot of Mont-Blanc
What to expect: Courmayeur is an exceptional destination for experiencing great skiing at the foot of the legendary Mont-Blanc. The ski area offers over 100 km of varied runs, divided between the Chécrouit and Val Veny sectors, in a majestic setting. For thrill-seekers and off-piste enthusiasts, the Monte Bianco Skyway is a unique attraction: this spectacular cable car takes skiers up to the Toula glacier, providing direct access to some of the most iconic off-piste descents in the Alps. Surrounded by the peaks of Mont Blanc and the Grandes Jorasses, each run is a total immersion in Courmayeur’s unspoilt wilderness, offering spectacular panoramas and top-quality snow, even at the end of the season.
What makes it special: The Val Ferret Nordic area adds a unique dimension to the Courmayeur experience, with 35 km of cross-country ski runs in a peaceful and enchanting setting. Renowned for its idyllic scenery, Val Ferret is the ideal place to combine cross-country skiing and contemplation of nature, all with breathtaking views of the surrounding peaks. The Courmayeur experience would not be complete without a break in one of the Italian mountain refuges, where hospitality and local flavours come together to offer unique moments of conviviality. Whether it’s for a hearty lunch or a coffee after a morning on the slopes, Courmayeur’s mountain huts immerse you in the Italian atmosphere, where local cuisine and mountain specialities delight every visitor.
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Courmayeur Mont-Blanc: open from 30 November 2024 to 06 April 2025
Monterosa Ski: great skiing and wild nature
What to expect: Monterosa Ski is a true paradise for skiers in search of adventure and wilderness. With 120 km of pistes spread between the Gressoney, Ayas and Alagna valleys, this ski area invites you to explore a majestic environment dominated by Mont-Rose, the second highest massif in Europe. Nestling between 1,500 and 3,250 metres above sea level, Monterosa offers a variety of challenging runs, ideal for downhill skiing enthusiasts. Access to the most remote areas is now made easier by the Moos chairlift in Gressoney, which ensures a fluid flow of 1,000 people per hour, guaranteeing uninterrupted gliding to the isolated peaks and offering skiers the chance to immerse themselves in a spectacular natural setting.
What makes the difference: Monterosa Ski also offers a unique family experience with its new toboggan run at Gressoney-La-Trinité, specially designed for night-time activities. With a length of 550 metres and an illuminated route, it allows families to enjoy the mountain even after the sun has set, creating unforgettable memories for young and old alike. This makes Monterosa an ideal destination for families, with low-cost packages for children and a range of facilities that allow everyone to discover the joys of the mountains in a safe and enchanting setting.
Monterosa Ski: open from 6 December 2024 to 21 April 2025
Espace San Bernardo: skiing without borders between Italy and France
What to expect: Located on the border between Italy and France, Espace San Bernardo invites you to a unique skiing experience, where every turn takes you from one country to the other. This ski area, perched at an altitude of 2800 metres, boasts 152 km of varied slopes, linking the Italian resort of La Thuile with La Rosière in France. Thanks to 39 high-performance lifts, the Espace San Bernardo offers fluid, fast access to the different sectors, allowing skiers to explore the scenery on each slope in complete freedom.
Why it’s special: Espace San Bernardo perfectly embodies the spirit of adventure without frontiers. This unique feature allows skiers to switch between two cultures and two natural environments in the same day. On the Italian side, La Thuile is known for its technical descents and wooded landscapes, while La Rosière on the French side offers wide, sunny slopes, perfect for admiring the views of the surrounding peaks.
Espace San Bernardo: open from 30 November 2024 to 21 April 2025
‘Ski for all’: a unique initiative to make the mountains accessible and inclusive
Valle d’Aosta is breaking new ground with its ‘Ski for All’ programme, designed to make the joys of the mountains accessible to people with disabilities. This ambitious project relies on the collaboration of many players in the region – from ski lifts and ski schools to tourist offices and mountain guides – to ensure a smooth, safe and uncompromising skiing experience for all visitors.
To make this commitment a reality, five pilot resorts have been designated as flagship locations for this accessibility: Courmayeur, Breuil-Cervinia, Gressoney-Saint-Jean, Pila and Saint-Barthélemy. Each of these resorts has invested in specific infrastructure and services to welcome people with disabilities. The facilities include access ramps, adapted equipment for seated or guided skiing, and staff trained in the special needs of these visitors, guaranteeing supervised skiing that respects everyone’s abilities.
In addition to the slopes, ‘Ski pour tous ’ also provides support throughout the stay: visitors have access to partner accommodation and restaurants, rigorously selected for their accessibility and special facilities. Training and courses are also offered to local instructors and guides, enabling them to adapt to the requirements and particularities of each skier.
Thanks to these coordinated efforts, the Valle d’Aosta is positioning itself as a pilot region for accessibility in the mountains, offering everyone, without exception, the chance to discover or rediscover the unique sensations of skiing.
The Magic Skipass: an accessible pass to discover the region’s smaller resorts
The Magic Skipass is a unique initiative designed to encourage families and new skiers to explore the small, authentic resorts of the Valle d’Aosta at an exceptional price.
For just €100, this pass includes six days’ skiing and one hour’s tuition with an instructor
Most of the resorts included in this pass are less well-known to the general public, allowing you to discover unspoilt, little-visited areas, perfect for an intimate experience.
The Magic Skipass gives access to eleven resorts in the region, such as Antagnod, Brusson, Champorcher and Cogne, which stand out for their charm and proximity to nature. Last winter, this formula attracted a large number of skiers, with an 8% increase in attendance, confirming the success of this initiative and its positive impact on the local economy and the appeal of the smaller resorts.
Events and competitions: a sporting winter in the Aosta Valley
The Valle d’Aosta is also preparing to host a number of international events to punctuate the season:
- Snowboard Cross World Cup in Breuil-Cervinia: from 13 to 15 December 2024, snowboard cross fans are guaranteed a spectacular event, with the best international athletes competing.
- Freeride World Tour Challenger at Monterosa Ski: Scheduled to take place between 30 January and 2 February 2025, this event attracts the best freeriders for an intense off-piste competition.
- Trophée Mezzalama: This legendary ski mountaineering competition runs from Breuil-Cervinia to Gressoney, via Mont-Rose. Scheduled for 26 April 2025, this event attracts the greatest sportsmen and women for an extraordinary challenge.
For all bookings of at least 2 nights via the ‘Booking Valle d’Aosta’ reservation centre,Valle d’Aosta is offering a return trip through the Gran San Bernardo tunnel (offer valid until 31 December 2025, subject to availability).
The Aosta Valley is a destination where every detail, from the experience on the slopes to the warm welcome, is designed to offer an authentic Alpine immersion. Whether you’re an extreme skier, a nature lover or looking for a family getaway, the Aosta Valley promises a winter full of excitement and discovery.
