Ski Holidays in Gressoney, Italy
To the west of the Monte Rosà, Europe's second highest mountain, lies the Gressoney Valley, part of the Monte Rosà ski area of over 150kms of piste covering three valleys. Its Alpine location means Gressoney is one of the most scenic resorts in the Aosta Valley with views of Mont Blanc, the Monte Rosà glacier, the Matterhorn and the Gran Paradiso. The Gressoney valley has several ski areas: Weissmatten, St. Jean, La Trinité and Stafal.
Gressoney has some of the best skiing in the Monterosa. Snow reliability is very good, thanks to the high altitude and machines. There is a great terrain for intermediates, while better skiers have access to the excellent off-piste at Alagna.
Après Ski
Informal and relaxed, Gressoney's night life revolves around the local bars and cafés · In La Trinité the Hirsch Stube is best for draught beer and the Petit Bar for scrumptious home made apple cake.
Activities
· Natural ice rink (St. Jean) · Cross-country skiing · Snowshoe walking · Helicopter tours · Toboggan run ·
Eating out
Gressoney offers good restaurants serving typical local specialities. At La Trinité, the Pizzeria Walserchild or the Pulce Bar, Petit Bar for fantastic sandwiches, at Stafal the Capanna Carla or the Kramenthal serve local dishes.
Other amenities
· Sports shop · Local handicraft shops · Buses to Aosta for the Tuesday market.