SAUZE D'OULX, ITALY

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Thinking of Sauze d'Oulx?

Sauze d'Oulx provides a near perfect blend of traditional charm, modern infrastructure, and sublime ski terrain. One of the five resorts that make up the Milky Way, it gives you access to the entire 400km ski area (the largest in Italy), while serving up stunning views over the Susa Valley and a surplus of sunny days.

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Resort Statistics

Level	Rating	Runs
Beginners		31
Intermediates		97
Advanced		32
Snowboarders
Total Runs		160

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Resort features Ice Rink Health Spa Bowling Skidoo Snowshoeing Traffic free resort Lively après ski Supermarket Tourist Office

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Resort Statistics

Resort Altitude	1503m
Highest Lift	2840m
Total Piste	400km
Longest Run	6km
Directions of Slopes	N/E, N/W, W
Uphill Capacity	90000
Total Lifts	89
Chairlifts	35
Drag Lifts	54
Snow Parks	5

What is Sauze d'Oulx like as a ski resort?

Once known by boisterous Brits chiefly as a party town , today, Sauze d'Oulx is a charming ski resort with a vast and varied ski area that skiers of all levels (and interests) will enjoy.

British skiers still flock to the slopes of Sauze d'Oulx year after year, drawn as much to the attractive and friendly town as they are to the extensive ski terrain.

Intermediate skiers are particularly well-catered for (over half the region’s runs are red), but beginners and experts also have plenty to carve their skis into, with a bunch of long winding blues, a handful of blacks and some decent off-piste as well.

In Sauze d'Oulx, the cobbled, car-free streets of the old town, with its traditional Alpine architecture, exist in harmony with modern hotels and skiing infrastructure (the resort was given an overhaul for the 2006 Winter Olympics).

And although it’s not as lively as it once was, the resort still hosts a solid après scene, with plenty of bars and cocktails spots. There are also lots of non-skiing activities that are sure to keep the whole family entertained during your visit.

Top reasons to go to Sauze d'Oulx

Here are five reasons why you should choose Sauze d'Oulx for your next ski holiday:

Vast and varied ski area: With the Vialattea lift pass, you’ll have access to all 400km of pistes in the Milky Way ski area, which combines five resorts across Italy and France.

Stunning scenery: You’ll enjoy spectacular views over the naturally beautiful Susa Valley from the sun-drenched slopes of Sauze d'Oulx.

A charming village: Entering the cobbled streets of Sauze d'Oulx’s old town is like stepping into a ski holiday postcard picture from a bygone era.

Great for intermediates: Over half of the pistes in the Milky Way ski area are red, making it the perfect place for intermediates who want to push their abilities a little further.

Short transfer time: It takes around only 1 hour to get from Turin, the nearest major airport, to Sauze d'Oulx.

What is the accommodation like in Sauze d'Oulx?

Sauze d'Oulx offers both traditional and modern chalets and hotels, with a focus on charm and comfort over luxury - though there are premium options available.

As for hotels in Sauze d'Oulx, there’s a handful of four star hotels in the resort, such as the Chaberton Lodge & Spa, but you’re sure to be equally delighted by a stay in any of its more cost-effective three star options.

If you’re after an authentic Alpine experience, opt for one of Sauze d’Oulx’s chalets. There are cosy town centre chalets, as well as out of town options that offer easy access to the ski lifts.

What’s the apres scene like in Sauze d'Oulx?

It’s not the party paradise it once was and, perhaps, all the better for it. Whether you crave a quiet drink or DJs and dancing, you’ll find it in Sauze d'Oulx.

If you’re looking to get stuck in straight off the slopes, the liveliest venue in town is probably Ghost Bar at the foot of the slopes, which offers live music and DJs til late into the night.

The Hotel Derby Bar is also a great option, with live music from 5pm. The Derby Bar is famous for its nail game, which challenges revellers to bash a nail into a block of wood with the wrong end of a hammer.

Assietta, with its large sun terrace, and La Grotta, which shows sports fixtures, are also good après spots.

For a calmer evening, try Caffè della Seggiovia for a cocktail and an acoustic set, or Il Lampione for wine tasting and live music.

What activities are there to do in Sauze d'Oulx?

While the extracurricular offering in Sauze d’Oulx isn’t as action-packed as some resorts, non-skiers and skiers on downtime will still find plenty to do.

If you want to get out and about, you can see the sights on foot by following one of the many winter walks around the Gran Bosco National Park, or witness the majesty of the Italian Alps by air on a helicopter sightseeing tour.

If that all sounds too adventurous, there’s no shortage of spas in Sauze d'Oulx. Book yourself in for a facial or massage, or lounge in the sauna or turkish baths to soothe your aching ski legs.

What is the skiing like in Sauze d'Oulx?

From gentle, tree-lined runs to wide-open pistes that offer panoramic views over the valley, whatever your abilities, skiing in Sauze d'Oulx is a delight.

You’ll also have the largest interconnected ski area in Italy on your doorstep, with around 400km of pistes to explore. And with Sauze d’Oulx receiving an unusually high level of sunshine, you can expect to be blessed with bluebird days.

Is Sauze d'Oulx a good place to ski?

Sauze d'Oulx is one of Italy’s premier skiing destinations. As we said earlier, it’s intermediate skiers who will really have the run of the place, with 97 of the Milky Way’s 212 pistes marked as red, a significant proportion of which are around Sauze d'Oulx itself.

But beginners and experts won’t be shortchanged by a trip to Sauze d'Oulx, with 7 greens, 67 blues and 41 blacks to discover in the surrounding region.

Advanced skiers will find some brilliant black runs at the top of Mount Motta and Mount Sises in Sestriere. The Olympic Kandahar Slalom and Kandahar Banchetta are also fun, and there’s ample off-piste to get stuck into.

More on beginner skiing below.

Is Sauze d'Oulx snow sure?

Sauze d'Oulx sits at 1,503m, with lifts going up to 2,840m. While not the highest of resorts in Italy, this altitude is sufficient to secure pretty reliable snow conditions.

The 23/24 ski season saw a very healthy 120-145cm of snow on its lower slopes and upwards of 250cm on its upper slopes.

It also has a good supply of snow cannons to top up the natural stuff when necessary.

Is Sauze d'Oulx suitable for beginners?

Sauze d’Olux is suitable for beginners, but probably better for those with at least a few ski hours under their belt than absolute novices.

For example, if it’s green runs you’re after, you’ll have to trek over the border to Montgenèvre, which is on the other side of the ski area.

First-timers may want to stick to the wide open plateau of Sportinia, where many of the ski lessons take place, or the nursery slopes at the foot of the Clotes chair.

More confident beginners should head up to Pragelato or Sestriere, where you’ll find a wealth of blue runs.

The long blues down from Colle Bercia above Claviere are also worth exploring.

Family skiing in Sauze d'Oulx

There are good English-speaking ski schools in Sauze d'Oulx and nursery slopes that are great for kids who have never skied before.

While the large number of reds might make much of it inaccessible for young children, there’s enough friendly terrain for first timers to start developing their ski skills.

Sauze d'Oulx ski holidays FAQs

Here are some of the top questions around Sauze d'Oulx.

Is Sauze d'Oulx expensive?

On the contrary, Sauze d'Oulx offers excellent value for money. It came 5th out of 36 resorts for affordability in the Post Office & Crystal Ski Report 2024, beating even the likes of Bansko in Bulgaria.

Is Sauze d'Oulx good for après?

It’s not the raucous party destination it used to be, but Sauze d'Oulx still has a decent après scene, with live music, DJs, and late nights, as well as wine bars and quiet cocktails all available.

Is the Milky Way ski area good for beginners?

Absolute novices might find skiing in the Milky Way ski area challenging, depending on where they stay, but more experienced beginners will be thrilled by the many long winding blues.

Is it easy to get around the Milky Way ski area?

Yes, it’s fairly easy to get around the Milky Way ski area thanks to the modern lift infrastructure.

From Sauze d’Oulx, it’s particularly easy to travel by chairlift and gondola up to Sestriere and Sansicario.

How do you get to Sauze d'Oulx?

There are several airports surrounding Sauze d'Oulx ski resort.

The nearest airport is Turin – Caselle (TRN) which is around 16km North of Turin, about 90km east from Sauze.

The transfer time by bus or car is around 1 hour.

Sauze d'Oulx SKI PASS PRICES

The prices for the Sauze d'Oulx Milky Way lift pass, for the Winter 24/25 ski season can be found below.

Number of days	Adult price	Child price	Senior price
6	€280.00	€100.00	€247.00
4	€211.00	€79.00
3	€166.00	€63.00

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.

Customer Reviews

Sauze d'Oulx Reviews

A special place - 01/09/2019

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Sauze is the most fantastic place to ski, the village is a wonderful pkace to holiday in, great people amazing resturants and bars and hotels My son and I have been visiting sauze d'oulx for the past 12 years and hope to visit for years to come, Couldn't think of anywhere I'd rather be the residents are absolutely lovely, always remember us and always treat us like special people.

Apres Ski: 5/5

Mandy Towle

Sauze - 14/03/2011

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Large ski area, yep, Great snow record, yep, Cheap food in resort / mountain, yep, Cheap drink in resort / mountain, yep - Ski in / ski out, yep (from certain locations). Pretty village, yep, Scenic mountain, yep, Short transfer, yep, Affordable packages, yep Sauze really has it all. The ONLY down point is really the lift system... there are no high speed bubbles from Sauze and you can spend quite a while on the chairs getting about. Also there is NO lift of any kind in the snow park!! The runs are not challenging but are fun and there is plenty access to off-piste. Hard to beat.

Apres Ski: 4/5

Pat Swayze

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