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Gressoney, Italy
Hotel De Gletscher
hotel·ski in-ski-out
Low season:£135per night
~£945 per week
Italy
Luxury Ski Chalets in Gressoney
The heart of the Monterosa ski area, an off-piste paradise with authentic Walser charm.
7 properties available
1,637m
Altitude
3,275m
Summit
132km
Pistes
1,638m
Vertical Drop
5m per season
Avg. Snow
December - April
Season
About the Resort
About Gressoney
Gressoney sits at the center of the vast Monterosa Ski area in Italy's Aosta Valley. Divided into two main villages—Gressoney-Saint-Jean and Gressoney-La-Trinité—it offers a unique blend of traditional Walser culture, historic architecture, and some of the most thrilling skiing in the Alps. The resort is renowned for its uncrowded slopes and dramatic scenery beneath the towering peaks of the Monte Rosa massif.
The Resort
While intermediates will enjoy the long, sweeping red runs connecting the three valleys of Monterosa, Gressoney's true claim to fame is its off-piste terrain. Powder hounds flock here for the legendary heli-skiing and lift-accessed freeride routes stretching down from the 3,275m Punta Indren.
Despite its world-class skiing, Gressoney remains a quiet, unspoiled destination. It lacks the bustling nightlife of larger resorts, instead offering cozy osterias, hearty mountain dining, and a peaceful, authentic alpine atmosphere perfect for dedicated skiers.
On the Mountain
Gressoney offers access to the expansive Monterosa network, characterized by long, cruising red runs and epic freeride terrain. The lift network connects seamlessly to Champoluc and Alagna, providing vast vertical descents and high-altitude glacier skiing.
Monterosa Ski, Aosta Valley
A vast three-valley ski domain straddling the Aosta Valley and Piedmont regions, nestled under the spectacular Monte Rosa massif.
Location
Where is Gressoney?
Resort Details
Ideal For
Gressoney is perfect for
Freeriders
Lift-accessed backcountry from Punta Indren and incredible heli-skiing.
Intermediates
Endless long, wide red pistes cruising across three interconnected valleys.
Peace Seekers
Quiet, authentic villages avoiding the mass tourism of mega-resorts.
Advanced Skiers
Challenging blacks and steep vertical drops down to the valley floor.
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Dining in Gressoney
Walser Schtuba
Gressoney-La-Trinité
A cozy, historic restaurant serving elevated Aosta Valley cuisine in an authentic wooden chalet setting.
Rifugio Gabiet
Gabiet Lake (On-mountain)
A fantastic mountain hut providing hearty alpine lunches with stunning views of the surrounding peaks.
Castore & Polluce
Staffal
A popular après-ski and dining spot near the lifts, offering great drinks and a lively atmosphere.
Ristorante Punta Jolanda
Punta Jolanda (On-mountain)
Accessible via the chairlift, this restaurant offers superb Italian alpine food on a beautiful sun terrace.
Common Questions
Gressoney FAQ
When is the best time to ski in Gressoney?
The ski season in Gressoney typically runs Early December to late April. The resort averages 5m per season of snowfall, so conditions are usually reliable throughout. Freeride day passes for Punta Indren access require a small supplementary fee on standard Monterosa passes.
What is the skiing like in Gressoney?
Gressoney offers 132km of pistes with a vertical drop of 1,638m. Gressoney offers access to the expansive Monterosa network, characterized by long, cruising red runs and epic freeride terrain. The lift network connects seamlessly to Champoluc and Alagna, providing vast vertical descents and high-altitude glacier skiing. It forms part of the Monterosa Ski, Aosta Valley ski area.
What makes Gressoney special?
The heart of the Monterosa ski area, an off-piste paradise with authentic Walser charm. Gressoney is a off-piste paradise, known for its distinctive character and atmosphere. Key highlights include off piste, intermediates, advanced, experts, quiet village.
What are the snow conditions like in Gressoney?
Gressoney receives an average of 5m per season of snowfall. With skiing up to 3,275m, higher altitude terrain holds snow well into spring. Recent snowfall: Consistent mid-winter powder due to high altitude.
Is Gressoney good for freeriders?
Gressoney is well-suited for several types of visitors. For freeriders: Lift-accessed backcountry from Punta Indren and incredible heli-skiing. For intermediates: Endless long, wide red pistes cruising across three interconnected valleys. For peace seekers: Quiet, authentic villages avoiding the mass tourism of mega-resorts.
How do you get to Gressoney?
The nearest airport is Turin Caselle (TRN), about 100km away (approximately 1h 30min by transfer). Private transfers, rental cars, and shared shuttle services (Monterosa Shuttle) are available from Turin and Milan. Gressoney is also reachable by train via Pont-Saint-Martin. Buses run from Pont-Saint-Martin train station up the Gressoney valley to the lift bases.
How much is a lift pass in Gressoney?
Lift passes in Gressoney are available as Adult Day Pass (EUR 65), Adult 6-Day Pass (EUR 330). Passes often cover the wider Monterosa Ski, Aosta Valley area, giving access to a much larger ski domain. Book lift passes online early for the best dynamic rates; freeride guides should be booked well in advance.
Where are the best places to eat in Gressoney?
Standout dining in Gressoney includes Walser Schtuba (A cozy, historic restaurant serving elevated Aosta Valley cuisine in an authentic wooden chalet setting.), Rifugio Gabiet (A fantastic mountain hut providing hearty alpine lunches with stunning views of the surrounding peaks.), Castore & Polluce (A popular après-ski and dining spot near the lifts, offering great drinks and a lively atmosphere.). With 4 recommended restaurants in total, the resort offers an impressive dining scene for a ski destination.
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