Ski Champoluc

Champoluc offers high-altitude skiing across 180km of pistes. The resort has an excellent snow record, stunning views and is ideal for intermediates and advanced skiers looking for off-piste opportunities. If you purchase a 6 day lift pass, you get a couple of days skiing in other Aosta Valley resorts.

Skiing Levels

• Beginners 4/5
• Intermediates 5/5 
• Advanced 4/5
• Snowboard 3/5

Grading taken from Inghams website 04/08/25

For beginners

The best facilities for beginners are centres around the base stations at Champoluc, but they are limited. The gondola from Champoluc goes straight up to Crest, a mid-mountain nursery area with further gondolas and chair lifts feeding other areas. There is an Italian ski school available in-resort and you can pre-book your lessons, but advancing beyond the nursery slopes for absolute beginners can be a challenge.

For intermediates

Timid intermediates are better off starting at Frachey if they want to avoid some bumpy red runs. If you can tackle a blue run with confidence and feel like advancing on to reds to improve your skills then Champoluc, Gressoney and Alagna is a great place to build up some confidence. The Monterosa resort is made up of a majority of red runs, varying in difficulty so you are sure to find something that suits your needs where ever you go.

For advanced

Champoluc is famous for its off-piste skiing. There are a variety of off-piste trails, both marked and unmarked and thanks to the snow-sureness of the Monterosa ski area and the relative emptiness of the resort during the week, there is sure to be untouched powder somewhere, just waiting to be skied through! In bad weather, head to the Mandria forest area about Frachey for powder.

There are also some facilities that are good for those with an interest in slalom racing- for a local price there are public race courses with time measurement at the Pain de la Sal piste.

Freestyle and terrain parks

Unfortunately there is no established freestyle park in the resort. A few rails, kickers and boxes are sometimes bought in but proceed with caution for these may be for private use.

Mountain Facts

• Area 180 km
• Resort Altitude1579m
• Ski Alt. From1600m
• Ski Alt. To3275m
• Runs – 28 blue / 54 red / 13 black
• Longest Run 9 km
• Lifts , Chairlifts 16 , Cable car 3 , Draglifts 5 , Gondolas 6
• Lift Times - 8:45 - 17:00 depending on time of season.
• Lift Ski Lockers No
• Whole Area Pass Lifts 30
• Night Skiing Included No
• Mountain Restaurants 32
• Snow Cannons 518
• Off-piste Options No
• Slope Direction - NE,E,SE,SW,NW

Ideally located next to the main Crest gondola, Hotel de Champoluc offers true doorstep skiing and easy access to the Monterosa ski area. It’s one of our top-rated hotels, consistently praised for its convenience, comfort and welcoming atmosphere.

This season, guests can unwind in the brand-new adult only wellness area – a perfect spot to relax after a day on the slopes. Whether you're enjoying the views or soothing tired legs, it’s a great way to recharge for the next day.

Spa & wellness facilities

Guests must be aged 18 or over to use the spa facilities and are required to book time slots locally. Bathrobes and slippers are mandatory in the wellness area. These can be rented from reception for €10 per person for the week. If you prefer fresh robes and slippers each time, an additional €10 will be charged per use. 

• Sauna
• Steam room
• Sensory shower
• Relaxation area Infrared chairs

The Monterosa Wellness Centre is a fantastic place to spend an afternoon and guests staying at Hotel de Champoluc receive a discounted entry rate. Speak to the hotel reception team locally to make a booking. Discounted rate is €30 on a weekday and €40 on the weekend which allows you 4 hours to enjoy the facilities.

Additional facilities

• Attractive dining room, residents bar and lounge area
• Billiard and darts room for guests 16+
• Free Wi-Fi
• Ski room with heated boot warmers

Provisional flight information

15/03/2026      Gatwick to Turin Dep: 0600         Arr: 0850

22/03/2026      Turin to Gatwick Dep: 0940         Arr: 1030

15/03/2026      Birmingham to Turin Dep: 0700         Arr: 1005

22/03/2026      Turin to Birmingham Dep: 1105 Arr: 1210

15/03/2026      Manchester to Turin       Dep: 0620         Arr: 0935

22/03/2026      Turin to Manchester       Dep: 1025         Arr: 1140

15/03/2026      Edinburgh to Turin Dep: 0630         Arr: 1005

22/03/2026      Turin to Edinburgh Dep: 1105         Arr: 1240

Transfer:      Approx 1 hour 45 minutes

Passport validity

For UK passport holders your passport must be:

• Issued less than 10 years before the date you enter the country (check the ‘date of issue’)
• valid for at least 3 months after the day you plan to leave (check the ‘expiry date’)

You must check your passport meets these requirements before you travel. If your passport was issued before 1 October 2018, extra months may have been added to its expiry date.

ETIAS (European Travel Information and Authorisation System)

The rules of travel to most European countries have changed. Starting in the first half of 2025 UK citizens are required to have a travel authorisation to enter 30 European countries for a short stay.

ETIAS travel authorisation is an entry requirement for visa-exempt nationals travelling to a number of European countries. It is linked to a traveller’s passport. It is valid for up to three years or until the passport expires, whichever comes first. If you get a new passport, you need to get a new ETIAS travel authorisation.

With a valid ETIAS travel authorisation, you can enter the territory of these European countries as often as you want for short-term stays - normally for up to 90 days in any 180-day period. However, it does not guarantee entry. When you arrive, a border guard will ask to see your passport (and other documents if required) and verify that you meet the entry conditions.

NB - There is no official date for the ETIAS currently confirmed but when it is introduced it will be your responsibility to ensure that you have arranged this. We will update everyone when the ETIAS is required with information on how to apply for this online.

Travel Insurance

Please ensure that you have adequate personal travel insurance to suit your requirements in place before you travel. Spice Escapes have arranged a scheme with Staysure who are fully authorised and regulated by the FCA (firm reference number 663617) full details of which can be found on the FCA website www.fca.org.uk. For an instant online quotation please click here.

Global Health Insurance Card

A UK Global Health Insurance Card (GHIC) gives you the right to access state-provided healthcare during a temporary stay in the European Union (EU).

UK-issued European Health Insurance Cards (EHICs) are still valid and offer the same cover as GHICs in the EU.

Once your EHIC has expired, you’ll be able to replace it with a GHIC.

NB – A GHIC/EHIC is not a replacement for travel insurance!

The latest FCO travel guidance for Italy

https://www.gov.uk/foreign-travel-advice/italy