Espace San Bernardo
France
Europe
La Rosière
La Thuile
Km piste | Min Height (m) | Max Height (m) |
|---|---|---|
143 | 1190 | 2800 |
Sub Area | Multi-Area Collection |
|---|---|
No | No |
Description
Espace San Bernardo is a sprawling ski area located in the Savoie region of France and the Aosta Valley in Italy. It encompasses the resorts of La Rosière in France and La Thuile in Italy, offering an expansive and diverse skiing experience. With the majority of the slopes above 2000m, the snow conditions come with a good gaurante. The ski area is known for its sunny weather, making it particularly appealing for those seeking bluebird days on the slopes. The resort also offers a range of off-piste opportunities for more adventurous skiers.
La Rosière is a purpose-built ski resort that was established in the 1960s. It was designed with skiing in mind and offers convenient access to the slopes. The village has a modern feel, with a range of accommodations, restaurants, and amenities to cater to visitors. The ski area is directly accessible from the village, and it's the better choice for those with beginners as there's more green and blues connected close to resort level.
La Thuile, on the other hand, has a more traditional village atmosphere. It dates back to the Roman era and has preserved its historical charm. The village features quaint cobblestone streets, traditional stone buildings, and a welcoming ambiance. Converse to La Rosiere, it's return runs are red and black.
Après-ski in Espace San Bernardo is varied and caters to different preferences.
La Rosière offers a vibrant nightlife scene with lively bars and restaurants where visitors can unwind after a day on the slopes.
La Thuile, on the other hand, offers a more relaxed après-ski atmosphere, with cozy mountain huts and traditional Italian eateries providing a warm and inviting ambiance.
In terms of ski-in/ski-out access, La Rosière offers better options, with several accommodations providing direct access to the slopes.
In La Thuile, while it is possible to ski back to the village, it is not as prevalent as in La Rosière.
Overall, Espace San Bernardo provides a fantastic ski experience with its extensive slopes, international flair, and a mix of modern and traditional alpine atmospheres. It is an excellent choice for skiers of all levels looking to explore the French-Italian border and enjoy a memorable winter holiday.
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Ski Pass
6 day pass | Euro / km |
|---|---|
244 | 1.71 |
Access
Transfers
Direct Train | Train + Bus Option | Direct coach |
|---|---|---|
No | Yes | Yes |
Train Connections
Aosta
Bourg Saint Maurice
For La Rosiere: Train to Bourg Saint Maurice
It is served by rail lines from Lyon Part Dieu, Paris or even Brussels and Amsterdam
4hrs - Lyon (1 change)
2hrs - Chambery
2.5hrs - Greonble (1 change)
4hrs - Geneva
At Bourg change to a local bus or get a taxi
S80 - 40min
Sat and Sunday there's more departures
Weekday: 8am or 2pm
For La Thuile
The nearest train station is at Aosta - 2hrs direct from Turin
1hr taxi or
Seasonal direct buses (Details pending)
From Aosta there's local buses 581 (towards Courmayer) where you switch at Pré-Saint-Didie [40min]
From Pré-Saint-Didie you switch to go up the mountain to La Thuile [20min]
The easiest way to plan train travel is use The Trainline (click the logo below)
This is because it's the most comprehensive integration of all European train operators, so you can even plan cross-border travel.
On average you can book 3-4 months in advance, read our full Guide to European Rail travel
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Coach Connections
For La Rosiere
Geneva Airport to Bourg st Maurice
Saturdays
2.5hrs
Timetable around flights
£87 return
Grenoble or Lyon to Bourg Saint Maurice
3 hrs aprox
Saturdays and Sundays
9th December 2023 until the 13th April 2024
Schedual depends on Flight arrivals
£74-83pp return
Check the site for the drop off locations
At Bourg change to a local bus or get a taxi
S80 - 40min
Sat and Sunday there's more departures
Weekday: 8am or 2pm
For La Thuile
https://www.transfervallee.eu/
Turin Airport
aprox 2.5h
Saturdays and Sundays
25 euro each way
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