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Cervinia Ski Holidays
Cervinia
Hotel Sertorelli
Hotel Marmore
Hotel Dragon
Hotel Serenella
Hotel Mon Reve
Hotel Punta Maquignaz
Hotel Europa
Apartment IT3070.100.2
Edelweiss Hotel
Jumeaux Hotel
Excelsior Planet Hotel
Club Med Cervinia
Hotel Grivola
White Angel Hotel
Hotel Lyskamm
Hotel Hermitage
Hotel Des Guides
Hotel White Angel
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Hotel Astoria
Hotel Valdotain
Hotel Petit Palais
Hotel Furggen
Hotel Breuil
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Tourist Office
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Cash Point
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Pharmacy
Ice Rink
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Thinking of Cervinia?
A high altitude, snow sure resort with long, gentle runs and that iconic Matterhorn peak as an ever present backdrop, Cervinia is a skiing paradise.
And with links to neighbouring Zermatt, you can enjoy the Swiss resort’s additional 200km of pistes at great value Italian prices.
We have fantastic deals on accommodation in Cervinia for this season and next season, bookable on igluski.com and through our excellent ski specialists - from five star luxury to affordable apartments.
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Resort Statistics
| Level | Rating | Runs |
|---|---|---|
| Beginners | 30 | |
| Intermediates | 75 | |
| Advanced | 26 | |
| Snowboarders | ||
| Total Runs | 131 |
Good for
- Families
Resort features
Nightclub
Indoor Pool
Health Spa
Walking Trails
Gym
Parapenting
Snowshoeing
Snow sure
Glacier Resort
High altitude skiing
High altitude resort
Resort bus
Supermarket
Tourist Office
Resort Statistics
| Resort Altitude | 2050m |
| Highest Lift | 3480m |
| Total Piste | 350km |
| Longest Run | 22km |
| Directions of Slopes | S, S/W |
| Uphill Capacity | 28500 |
| Total Lifts | 56 |
| Gondolas/Cable cars | 21 |
| Chairlifts | 21 |
| Drag Lifts | 12 |
| Snow Parks | 1 |
What is Cervinia like as a ski resort?
Cervinia is one of the highest and most snow sure resorts in the Alps, thanks to its lofty height of 2,050m to 3,480m and a vast glacier, the Plateau Rosa.
It's one part of the Matterhorn Ski Paradise, which includes Cervinia, Zermatt, and Valtournenche, with the slopes in Cervinia generally long and gentle, making it a great resort for beginners and intermediates.
Black runs are thin on the ground, but with an area pass, those on the hunt for more advanced terrain just need to hop over the Swiss border to Zermatt to discover a vast playground of new challenges. The Italian side also boasts some decent off-piste, but you must go with a guide.
The car-free village is a lovely place to explore when you’re not skiing, with plenty of shops, cafes, and large terraces for sun-drenched après. The resort isn’t one for all night parties - more so for leisurely cocktails - but there’s live music and karaoke to be found, especially at weekends.
And while it was once notable for its 50s and 60s era concrete facade, lately, many of the old buildings have been repurposed or replaced with much more appealing wood clad hotels.
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Cervinia is located in Italy's beautiful Aosta Valley, where you'll also find other excellent resorts, including La Thuile, the Monterosa ski area, Pila, and Courmayeur.
Top reasons to go to Cervinia
Here's why we think Cervinia is a great resort for a ski holiday.
Snow sure: A high altitude, a healthy snow record, and the presence of the Plateau Rosa glacier make Cervinia one of the most snow sure resorts in Italy and, indeed, the whole of the world.
Beginner friendly: The long, gentle, cruisy slopes of Cervinia are ideal for beginner skiers, and are great for both learning and progression.
The scenery: Perfect pistes and lovely weather is the ideal, but skiing with a stunning backdrop like the Matterhorn is the cherry on top that transforms Cervinia into a ski holiday dream.
Links to Zermatt: Zermatt is one of Europe’s best known ski destinations for good reason, and you can use Cervinia as an affordable base from which to explore the legendary resort.
It’s car free: Cervinia is entirely pedestrianised, meaning that it’s safe and pleasant to walk around its cobbled streets.
What's the accommodation like in Cervinia?
There’s accommodation to suit all budgets in Cervinia, from cheap and cheerful bed and breakfasts to glamorous five star hotels.
Base Camp Apartments do just what they say on the tin: stylishly furnished, modern apartments with all the facilities you could ask for as your ski holiday’s starting off point. They’re ideally located just 100m from the ski schools and resort centre.
The supply of hotels in Cervinia has improved drastically in the last few years. Whether you want an affordable bed and breakfast like Hotel Furggen or the five star grandeur of Grand Hotel Cervinia, there’ll be somewhere for you.
What's the apres scene like in Cervinia?
Cervinia’s après is of the more relaxed variety. Think cocktails on the terrace and delicious Italian food rather than shots and dancing on the tables.
That’s not to say that DJs and dancing can’t be found. If you’re after drinks and music straight off the slopes, we’d recommend the fittingly named Après Ski Bar. This ski-in-ski-out bar has DJs and live bands, BBQ, ski and snowboard movies on big screens, and the perfect terrace for watching the sunset.
For similar shenanigans, try Yeti Bar, which is right in the heart of town where the ski schools meet, or the Alegria Cocktail Bar, which has top notch cocktails and a wonderful view.
If you’re after sophisticated après, head to one of the many fine hotel bars, such as La Champagnerie du Cervin in the four star Hotel Punta Maquignaz.
Finally, we have to mention Lino’s Bar, which has a natural ice rink out front, daily happy hour, DJs, and a kids zone with games and music.
What activities are there to do in Cervinia?
There’s so much to do off the slopes in Cervina.
Wellness centres abound in the resort itself and in the nearby village of Valtournenche. A massage, sauna, steam bath or dip in the pool is the perfect way to unwind from an action-packed day on the slopes.
If you’ve ever wondered how they build the impressive lift infrastructure that allows ski resorts to function, now’s your chance to find the answer. Located up on the Plateau Rosa glacier is the highest museum in Europe (3,500m), A Mountain of Work, which displays the tools, equipment and gear they used to build the Breuil ski lifts, along with some audiovisual and photographic aids that help to tell the story.
Cervinia/Zermatt is also home to the highest ice cave in Europe. Take the Piccolo Cervino cable car to discover this eerily beautiful spot, with sculptures and tunnels carved directly into the ice.
More action packed activities include snowshoeing, ski mountaineering or cross-country skiing, dog sleds, snowmobiles, and paragliding, and fat biking. And for hardcore adrenaline junkies, there’s always heliskiing.
Skiing in Cervinia
Snow surety, scenery and a high proportion of blue and red runs combine to make Cervinia a dream ski destination for beginner and intermediate skiers and one of the best Italian ski resorts, according to Iglu Ski experts.
That said, thanks to that handy link with Zermatt, any advanced skiers in your group won’t be short of challenging terrain - in total there’s 350km of pistes across the two resorts.
It’s also home to the longest run in Europe, the Klein Matterhorn, a superb 22km red that starts on the Swiss side of the border and descends 2,359m to Valtournenche. Take the cable car to the top station and make sure to leave plenty of time - it can take 3 hours to reach the bottom.
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Is Cervinia a nice place to ski?
Nothing beats cruising down a lovely long blue or tackling an interesting red in full view of the jagged peak of the Matterhorn.
Even advanced skiers will enjoy Cervinia’s miles and miles of cruisey runs.
A prime example is Ventina, a red that starts up on the Plateau Rosa glacier and offers spectacular variety along its 11km length, with steep and flatter sections and a number of exit points onto alternative routes.
Skiing from Cervinia to Zermatt
It’s possible to ski from Cervinia to Zermatt, as long as you have the Open International pass.
To make the crossing from Italy to Switzerland, you need to take the cable car or gondola up to Plan Maison, then either the gondola up to Plateau Rosa or the three cable cars up to Theodulpass.
Whichever station you end up at, you’ll be on red runs most of the way down to Zermatt, so it’s generally only suitable for intermediate and advanced skiers. Remember to leave time to return to Cervinia or you’ll be spending a lot on a taxi or a hotel for the night!
Is Cervinia snow sure?
Cervinia is one of the most snow sure resorts in the Alps, making it an excellent choice for late season April ski holidays.
It sits at over 2,000m and has a lift that takes you up to a near celestial 3,480m. It’s also got an excellent snow record, with an average snowfall of 37cm in December and 43cm in April. Not only does this allow the resort to open for a lengthy November to May season, but up on the glacier, you can ski right on through the summer.
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Is Cervinia suitable for beginners?
Cervinia is great for beginners.
As well as the generous helping of easy blues, which you’ll find clustered around Plan Maison and Salette, there’s a dedicated nursery area and world class ski schools that’ll have you progressing quickly.
Don’t be surprised if you find yourself descending from the top on reds by the end of the week.
Family skiing in Cervinia
Families are well catered for in Cervinia.
There are nursery slopes with magic carpets and many private and group ski lessons available for little skiers, and the blues aren’t too challenging, so the whole family can usually ski together when the kids are ready to progress.
There’s also a fantastic kids zone next to the ice rink. It has rubber rings and sledges to slide down its gentle incline. Parents can rent a deck chair, kick back and watch their kids have fun.
Cervinia ski holiday FAQs
Here are some of the most common questions around Cervinia ski holidays.
Does Cervinia have night skiing?
Cervinia has offered night skiing in the past but doesn’t currently appear to illuminate any of its slopes for skiing after the sun goes down.
Is Cervinia expensive?
Cervinia’s prices are typical for an Italian Alpine resort. However, in comparison to Zermatt, you’ll find that its lessons, equipment, accommodation, food and drinks are much better value.
Do I need a car in Cervinia?
Cervinia is a small car free resort and you can reach everything on foot. There’s a local shuttle service that can take you to Valtournenche and other local towns.
Can you get from Cervinia to Zermatt without skiing
As of 2nd March 2024, it’s possible to go from Cervinia to Zermatt without skiing by taking the new Matterhorn Glacier Ride II linked cable car service.
Is Cervinia a busy resort?
Cervinia can become busy, especially during holidays and weekends when Italians tend to visit. However, it’s no busier than other popular Alpine resorts.
Which airport do you fly into for Cervinia?
To get to Cervinia, you can fly into either Turin (1 hour 45 minutes), Milan (2 hours 25 minutes) or Geneva (2 hours 45 minutes).
Cervinia SKI PASS PRICES
The prices for the Cervinia Breuil-Cervinia Valtournenche lift pass, for the Winter 24/25 ski season can be found below.
| Number of days | Adult price | Child price | Senior price |
|---|---|---|---|
| 6 | €469.00 | €329.00 | €422.00 |
| 4 | €237.00 | €172.00 | €215.50 |
| 3 | €186.50 | €136.50 | €169.50 |
Prices are normally based on a full area lift pass and child ages vary by resort. The above are guides, so please call one of the Iglu team for prices for your holiday.
Cervinia Reviews
(13 Reviews)
Great resort -
01/02/2022
Great resort, easy access to Zermatt
Apres Ski: 4/5
John Weighill
Great holiday -
17/02/2020
We wanted to try somewhere different for a change and Cervinia was a brilliant choice. A good variety of cruisy blues and pleasant reds from 2000 metres up to 3500 m. Plenty of sunshine but some lifts closed a couple of days due to high winds courtesy of storm Ciara so we couldn't get up to the very top or over the border from Italy to Zermatt in Switzerland but enough to keep us busy all week. The town is full of little restaurants and fashion shops, a different experience from the large (and efficient) purpose built resorts in France. The service in the ski hire shop (Cervinia 2001) was just amazing - so friendly and helpful, highly recommended.
Apres Ski: 4/5
Chris Ball
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