Valtournenche Ski Resort Guide
Valtournenche, Italy
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Recommended For | Expert Skiers, Intermediates, Beginners, Snowboarders and Snowfall! |
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Total Piste Length | 60km |
Highest Lift | 3,090m |
Resort Height | 1,520m |
Nearest Airports | Turin Caselle and Milan Malpensa |
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Valtournenche
Valtournenche is a charming ski resort in Italy, offering stunning views and diverse slopes. It boasts direct access to the vast Cervinia ski area.
Summary
Nestled in the Aosta Valley, Valtournenche is known for its picturesque scenery and excellent skiing conditions. With a mix of runs for all skill levels, it caters to both skiers and snowboarders alike.
The ski area of Valtournenche is in the Italian Alps at an altitude of 1,520m, with 60km of marked runs.
Valtournenche has direct access to 60km of downhill skiing, with 13 marked pistes, served by a total of 9 ski lifts.
The ski resort itself is at 1,520m, so skiing or boarding back to the resort is usually possible. With ski lifts as high as 3,090m, skiing and snowboarding is assured throughout the season.
Notable Ski Runs
The longest possible descent in Valtournenche is 15km long and the most difficult run is the 'Gran Pista di Valtournenche', which is 15km in length.
Snow and Weather
Valtournenche enjoys reliable snow conditions, with an average snow depth of 100-200 cm during peak season. Regular snowfall and high elevation ensure good skiing conditions; for the latest updates, check J2Ski.
When will it snow in Valtournenche?
There is currently no significant snow in the 7-day forecast for Valtournenche.
See our long-range Snow Forecast for the latest update.
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Ski Area Stats
Valtournenche Ski Area
Black Pistes Expert Trails | 11 | 9km |
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Red Pistes Intermediate Runs | 41 | 98km |
Blue Pistes Easy Trails | 20 | 41km |
Downhill Total Length | 60km | |
Cross Country Total Length | 13km | |
Ski Lifts Number of Lifts | 9 |
Valtournenche Altitudes
Highest Lift | 3,090m |
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Lowest Piste | 1,610m |
Resort Altitude (Valtournenche) | 1,520m |
Max Vertical | 1,570m |
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Skiing
Valtournenche features several ski areas, with elevations reaching up to 3,883 meters at Plateau Rosa. Notable pistes include the long runs from the Cervinia side and the challenging descents from the Testa Grigia, serviced by lifts such as the Breuil-Cervinia gondolas and the Valtournenche cable car.
There are a variety of pistes to suit all levels of skier ability, from Beginner to Expert.
Snowboarding
Snowboarders will find excellent terrain parks, including the Cervinia Park, which offers various features for all levels. The wide slopes also provide ample space for freeriding and carving.
Location and Map
Where is Valtournenche?
This ski resort is in the Italian Alps in Valle d'Aosta, Aosta Valley.
Map
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How to get there
By Air
The nearest airport to Valtournenche is Turin Caselle, 82 minutes drive away.
Milan Malpensa, Sion, Geneva, Milan Linate, Turin Cuneo, Bergamo, Genoa, Annecy and Lugano airports are all within three hours drive.
Valtournenche is accessible via major airports like Turin and Milan. The resort is approximately 2.5 hours from Turin and 3 hours from Milan by car, making it a convenient destination for skiers.
Infrastructure
Ski Lift Capacity
The nine ski lifts are able to uplift 8,744 skiers and snowboarders every hour.
Snow Making
Snow-making is available, on 16km of ski runs, with 40 snow cannons.
Season Dates
When is Valtournenche open?
We don't currently have confirmed season dates, but hope to soon.
Usual opening is mid October (Normally open weekends only in October), and usual closing is Early April.
NOTE:- Ski area, lift and piste opening is subject to Current Snow Conditions.
Talking about Valtournenche
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Aprés Ski
Apres-ski in Valtournenche includes cozy bars like the La Barrique and lively spots such as the Caffe' Nazionale. Dining options range from traditional Italian cuisine at restaurants like Ristorante La Roccia to casual eateries.