La Thuile at a glance
- Ideal for
- Skiing into France: 156 km, a single pass
- Experts: run 3, up to 76% gradient
- Skiing early: opens on 28 November
- Less suitable if
- Skiing in late April: closes on 11 April
- Long days in France: return advised by 3pm
Weather, snow and webcams in La Thuile
MET Norway forecast, updated daily at 1 am and 9 am.
Snow report · Avalanche bulletin
Where to stay in La Thuile
Recommended hotels for your budget
What to do in La Thuile besides skiing
La Thuile piste map and ski area
Beginners: Edelweiss magic carpet €11 · with the Maison Blanche chairlift €22 (€12 for under-8s)
OpenSkiMap data · © OpenStreetMap contributors (ODbL), unofficial.
La Thuile lift pass prices
| Lift pass | Adult | Child |
|---|---|---|
| San Bernardo · 4 hours | €55 | €39 |
| San Bernardo · 1 day | €61 | €43 |
| San Bernardo · 2 days | €120 | €84 |
| San Bernardo · 6 days | €322 | €225 |
2026-2027 prices · Child = under 16 · free for under-8s with a paying adult · valid in La Rosière · official ticket office
Ski rental and lessons in La Thuile
Book your skis before you go
- 1 Skiset shop in La Thuile, near the lifts
- Equipment, shop and dates chosen online, in a few minutes
Skiset and Snowrental: 1 shop (Berthod Sport, at the gondola base station) · Only Ski at the Planibel
Ski lessons and schools
| Lessons (2026-2027 season) | Price |
|---|---|
| Ski group lessons, 5 mornings (Mon–Fri) | €290 |
| Adult group lessons, 5 mornings, high season | €325 |
| Private lesson 1h (9am–10am), mid season | €53 |
| Private lesson 1h (9am–10am), high season | €57 |
Group lessons by level (yellow, green, blue…) · Group lessons from 10am to 12:20pm; meet under the coloured flags in the village
When to ski in La Thuile
Best time: Mid-December to early April
Getting to La Thuile
On site
Piazzale della Fiera, 11016 La Thuile (AO), Italie
Where to eat and unwind in La Thuile
Le Petit Skieur at the end of run 3; Montana bar & lounge; Café Faubourg of the Miramonti
Restaurants in the resort
Raclette, fondue, hot-stone grills; Dahu pizzeria below
📍 VillaretHomemade fresh pasta, grills, handmade desserts
📍 Via Marcello CollombNon-stop service from 10am to midnight, Aosta Valley dishes
📍 BathieuAosta Valley setting, children’s and gluten-free menus
📍 Via DebernardMountain restaurants
Spa and relaxation
Pool with mountain views, hydromassage
On the road to Courmayeur, free Winterbus
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Frequently asked questions
When does La Thuile open?
On 28 November 2026 on the Italian side, until 11 April 2027. The link with La Rosière opens on 12 December 2026, weather permitting.
How much is a lift pass in La Thuile?
A day on the Espace San Bernardo costs €61 (€43 for a junior under 16); 6 days: €322 and €225. 2026-2027 prices, also valid in La Rosière.
Can you ski in France with a La Thuile pass?
Yes: all passes are valid on the Espace San Bernardo, La Thuile and La Rosière. The first crossing of the day is made from La Thuile, and returning from La Rosière before 3pm–3:30pm is advised.
Is a helmet compulsory in La Thuile?
Yes, for all skiers, whatever their age. Third-party liability insurance is also compulsory in Italy; it is taken out with the lift pass (€3.50 per day).
Do children pay for the lift pass?
Not under 8, if they ski with a paying adult. Up to 16, the junior rate applies: €43 a day.
How do you get to La Thuile from France?
In winter, via the Mont Blanc tunnel: under an hour from Chamonix, under two hours from Geneva, Morgex exit. The Little St Bernard Pass road is closed in winter.
Sources and method
Contact details: wikidata.org
Resort profile: lathuile.it
Lift passes: lathuile.it
Ski area: lathuile.it
Getting there: lathuile.it
Accommodation: lathuile.it
Restaurants and activities: lathuile.it
Equipment rental: skiset.com, snowrental.com, lathuile.it
Webcams: lathuile.it, api.panomax.com
Runs and lifts: OpenSkiMap · © OpenStreetMap contributors (ODbL). Terrain: Mapzen Terrain Tiles (AWS Open Data). Forecasts: MET Norway (CC BY 4.0). Schools, restaurants, spas and practical information: venue websites and tourist office.
Photos: DimiTalen, CC0, Wikimedia Commons · Emanuela Meme Giudic…, CC BY 3.0, Wikimedia Commons.
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