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Why go skiing in Italy?
From beginners to pros, Italy ski resorts deliver top-tier skiing for all abilities
Italy Ski Resorts & Ski Areas
- Carve across 8 ski areas in the Italian Alps and Dolomites
- Over 50+ Italy ski resorts to choose from
- A range of ski areas for all abilities and budgets
Dreaming of an Italian getaway? You’re in the right place! We have a fantastic selection of 8 Italian ski areas to choose from. From the iconic Dolomiti Superski – one of the world’s largest ski networks – to the charming, snow-sure slopes of Cervinia-Zermatt, Italy offers a unique alpine experience and a warm Italian “ciao” for every skier and boarder.
Each of Italy’s ski areas presents a variety of resorts, whether you're seeking a peaceful, family-friendly retreat or an off-piste powder playground. Opt for a chic slope-side hotel in Cortina d’Ampezzo, or find great-value stays at hidden gems like Gressoney or Champoluc.
Ready to plan your trip? Browse our Italy ski areas and ski resorts below, or use our handy search tool above to filter by group size, experience level, and more. La Dolce Vita on the slopes awaits!
Italy ski areas
Dolomiti Superski ski area
Explore the World's largest ski area with over 1,200km of superb slopes.
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- Total piste KM: 1,246km
- No. skilifts: 450
- Snow range: 934m - 3,342m
- Closest airport: Bolzano Airport (BZO)
Italy ski resorts in the Dolomiti Superski:
Via Lattea (Milky Way) ski area
Ski, eat, drink, repeat across four countries in Italy's most delicious mountain playground.
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- Total piste KM: 400
- No. skilifts: 71
- Snow range: 1,850m - 2,823m
- Closest airport: Turin Airport (TRN)
Italy ski resorts in the Milky Way:
Ski area Campiglio
Carve perfect turns through the UNESCO World Heritage Dolomite peaks.
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- Total piste KM: 150
- No. skilifts: 47
- Snow range: 1,300m - 2,505m
- Closest airport: Bolzano Airport (BZO)
Italy ski resorts in Ski area Campiglio:
Monterosa ski area
Endless off-piste adventures in pristine wilderness.
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- Total piste KM: 29
- No. skilifts: 10
- Snow range: 1,587m - 2,705m
- Closest airport: Turin Airport (TRN)
Italy ski resorts in Monterosa:
Cervinia-Zermatt ski area
Ski from Italy into Switzerland beneath the mighty Matterhorn.
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- Total piste KM: 350
- No. skilifts: 62
- Snow range: 1,524m - 3,883m
- Closest airport: Turin Airport (TRN)
Italy ski resorts in Cervinia-Zermatt:
Passo Tonale - Ponte Di Legno
Ski year-round on Presena Glacier. Guaranteed snow and stunning views.
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- Total piste KM: 100
- No. skilifts: 30
- Snow range: 1,121m - 3,000m
- Closest airport: Bolzano Airport (BZO)
Italy ski resorts in Passo Tonale - Ponte Di Legno:
Alpe Cimbra ski area
Where postcard-perfect Dolomite vistas meet perfectly groomed Italian pistes.
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- Total piste KM: 104
- No. skilifts: 18
- Snow range: 1174m - 1824m
- Closest airport: Bolzano Airport (BZO)
Italy ski resorts in Alpe Cimbra:
Espace San Bernardo ski area
One ski pass = unlimited authentic alpine bliss guaranteed.
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- Total piste KM: 155
- No. skilifts: 40
- Snow range: 1,175m - 2,800m
- Closest airport: Geneva Airport (GVA)
Italy ski resorts in Espace San Bernardo:
FAQs about Italy ski resorts
Your questions answered by our Italy ski resort expert
Alexander Blunt (Co-Founder)
What is Italy's largest ski area?
The Dolimiti Superski is Italy's largest ski area, encompassing 15 ski resorts and a further 12 different ski areas over 1,200km of slopes.
What is Italy's highest ski area?
Cervinia - Zermatt, also known as Breuil-Cervinia, is Italy's highest ski area, reaching 3,883m on the Klein Matterhorn via the Matterhorn Glacier Ride II gondola.
What's the highest ski slope in Italy?
The Klein Matterhorn ski station in Italy's Cervinia-Zermatt ski area is home to Italy's highest ski slope at 3,883 metres.
What ski area has the best beginner ski resorts in Italy?
- The Dolomiti Superski area offers some of Italy's top beginner ski resorts, including the family-friendly Cortina d'Ampezzo, with wide gentle slopes and nursery zones where beginners can even ski for free.
- If you're looking for something a little smaller, then Italy's Milky Way or Via Lattea is home to Sauze d'Oulx, one of Italy's top beginner resorts with plenty of fantastic nursery slopes such as Clotes, Sauze, and Sportinia.
- Looking for a small ski area for your first ski holiday? Then say hello to the Espace San Bernardo ski area and the resort of La Thuile, a crowd-free, beginner-friendly resort that will even allow you access over to France.
What ski area has the best family ski resorts in Italy?
- Passo Tonale - Ponte di Legno ski area: If you're seeking an affordable and enjoyable option for young children, then Passo Tonale is ideal, offering plenty of greens and blues along with free lift passes for kids aged 10 and under.
- Milky Way ski area: Looking for a larger ski area with plenty for little ones to enjoy? Then a trip to Sauze d'Oulx is the ideal choice. It is perfect for beginners with lots of excellent nursery slopes, along with a 400km-wide ski area that extends all the way into France.
What ski area has the best advanced ski resorts in Italy?
Monterosa ski area: Book a stay in Alagna Valsesia to experience the Punta Indren glacier, one of the world's tallest lift-served verticals at an impressive 1,759m. From here, you can access a range of on and off-piste descents, as well as the chance for heli-skiing from 3000m above.
What are the best high-altitude ski resorts in Italy?
- Cervinia: Italy's highest altitude resort and home to the Matterhorn Glacier Ride II gondola, providing access to the highest mountain station in Europe, the Klein Matterhorn (3,883 m).
- Courmayeur: Situated at 3,446 m, Courmayeur is an excellent choice for experienced skiers, offering exceptional off-piste skiing and the renowned Vallée Blanche.
- Alagna: A paradise for expert skiers, Alagna in the Monterosa ski area reaches heights of 3,275m and is situated beneath the enormous Punta Indren glacier, one of the world's greatest lift-served verticals at 1,759m.
Are Italy ski resorts snow-secure?
If a snow-sure resort is a must-have for your holiday, without the need for planning around the best time to ski, then check out high-altitude ski resorts, like Val Thorens or Tignes with their consistent snow conditions all season long.
And finally, if you want to know the best time to ski in France to skip the crowds, then avoid the school holidays if you can, or choose from one of many lesser-known, quieter resorts.
What are the closest ski resorts to Turin airport (TRN)?
The Via Lattea (Milky Way) and Aosta Valley ski areas are the closest to Turin airport. Think Sauze d'Oulx and Sestriere.
What are the closest Italy ski resorts to Geneva Airport (GVA)?
Courmayeur is the nearest ski resort to Geneva airport, approximately a 90-minute transfer.
What are the closest Italy ski resorts to Venice Marco Polo Airport (VCE)?
The Dolomiti Superski and Alpe Cimbra ski areas are closest to Venice Marco Polo Airport, making Folgaria, Lavarone, Cortina d'Ampezzo, Arabba, Canazei, Alta Badia, and Selva di Val Gardena some of the nearest ski resorts to access.
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