Ski La Rosière and experience the delights of a traditional French alpine village, with great snow and a variety of runs for skiers of all levels in the L'Espace San Bernardo ski region. Perfect for a break in the snow.
Where
If you are looking for a traditional French alpine village, ski holidays in La Rosière ski resort will be perfect for you. Located on the French/Italian boarder, La Rosiere is linked to La Thuile in Italy to provide 150 km of piste known as Espace San Bernardo. Access is via airports at either Sion, Geneva or Chambéry in around 2hours 30mins.
Essentials |
Suitable For |
Slopes |
RESORT ALTITUDE : |
1850m |
TOTAL PISTE : |
155 km |
LONGEST RUN : |
11 km |
START SEASON : |
December |
END SEASON : |
April |
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OVERALL |
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SKIING |
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BOARDING |
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APRÉS |
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FAMILIES |
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Beginners
6 / 8% |
Intermediates
27 / 34% |
Advanced
34 / 43% |
Experts
13 / 16% |
TOTAL RUNS : |
80 |
SNOW CANNONS : |
500 / 50ha |
SNOW PARKS : |
1 |
CROSS COUNTRY : |
12 km |
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On the slopes
Ski La Rosière and you will get plenty of snow - this resort has a reputation for having the most snow in the Savoie so ski holidays are usually fantastic. With an International playground thanks to the L'Espace San Bernardo links to La Thuile, there are plenty of wide-open slopes suited to both beginners and intermediates, and good nursery slopes near the village.
More advanced skiers should head to the top half of La Rosiere mountain for some steep interesting runs. Novice boarders will be right at home, while there is also a terrain park.
Ski area :
If you Ski La Rosière you are also in the ski region of San Bernardo along with the following resorts;
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Off the slopes
Restaurant choices are good - a favourite lunchtime spot is restaurant L'Ancolie, which has a terrace with breathtaking views across the valley towards Les Arcs. Popular choices in town include Le Turia, Le Genepi and Le Plein Soleil, between them you'll find a wide selection of food choices. There is quote a large choice of après ski activities and night life is friendly, if not spectacular - check La Rosiere, Le P'tit Relais and Le Petit Danois. Late night options include the more refined Clay's piano bar, or the livelier Le Pub.
WE LIKE
- Attractive, friendly, purpose-built resort with glorious views
- Fair-sized area of slopes shared with La Thuile in Italy
- Heli-skiing over the border in Italy and freedom to pass borders
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WE DON'T LIKE
- Winds can close lift links with Italy and snow is affected by the sun in late season
- Very little buzzing nightlife - more a family resort maybe
- Few on-piste challenges for experts
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Tourist Office
Worldwide cover from £60.48
or Single trip Europe cover from £22.98 - get covered before you arrive!
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