Sestriere at a glance
- Ideal for
- Big ski area: 400 km linked, as far as France
- Train: direct Paris-Oulx in under 5h
- Skiing high: village at 2,035 m, summit at 2,823 m
- Less suitable if
- Old village: resort built in the 1930s
Weather, snow and webcams in Sestriere
MET Norway forecast, updated daily at 1 am and 9 am.
Snow report · Avalanche bulletin
Where to stay in Sestriere
Recommended hotels for your budget
Comfort
What to do in Sestriere besides skiing
Sestriere piste map and ski area
Beginners: Jolly magic carpets and Area Primi Passi in the village · group lessons from age 5
OpenSkiMap data · © OpenStreetMap contributors (ODbL), unofficial. Official piste map
Sestriere lift pass prices
| Lift pass | Adult | Child |
|---|---|---|
| 1 day, low season | €54 | €51 |
| 1 day, high season | €60.50 | €57.50 |
| 1 day, very high season | €62 | €59 |
| 6 days, high season | €317.50 | €299.50 |
2026-2027 prices · Vialattea at the ticket office, €2/day less online · child: under 16 · with Montgenèvre: €69 · official ticket office
Ski rental and lessons in Sestriere
Book your skis before you go
- 2 Skiset shops in Sestriere, near the lifts
- Equipment, shop and dates chosen online, in a few minutes
Skiset (2 shops) and Snowrental (4) in Sestriere
Ski lessons and schools
| Lessons (2026-2027 season) | Price |
|---|---|
| Group lessons 5 days, 10am-12:50pm, low season | €255 |
| Group lessons 5 days, 10am-12:50pm, high season | €285 |
| Private lesson 1h, 1 person, low season | €58 |
Olimpionica group lessons open to adults and children from age 5, 10am to 12:50pm.
When to ski in Sestriere
Best time: January to March
Getting to Sestriere
On site
Via Pinerolo 7b, 10058 Sestriere
Where to eat and unwind in Sestriere
La Gargote (GFC), mountain restaurant-chalet on the slopes in the centre: après-ski evenings
Restaurants in the resort
Meats, dining room with fireplace, via La Gleisa 5
📍 Sestriere centreGame, polenta, agnolotti del plin; via Louset 4/A
📍 Sestriere centreMountain restaurants
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Frequently asked questions
When does Sestriere open in 2026-2027?
On 5 December 2026, until 11 April 2027 for most lifts. Montgenèvre, linked, opens on 28 November and closes on 17 April.
How much is a lift pass in Sestriere?
The Vialattea pass costs €54 a day at the ticket office in low season, €60.50 in high season and €62 in very high season; a 6-day pass costs €273.50 or €317.50. Online, it is €2 less per day.
Can you ski in Montgenèvre with the Sestriere pass?
Yes with the Vialattea Internazionale pass: €69 a day and €347 for 6 days online. The 6-day Vialattea pass also includes one day in Montgenèvre and one in Bardonecchia.
How do you get there by train from Paris?
A direct train links Paris Gare de Lyon to Oulx in under 5h; a public bus then goes up to Sestriere in 30 min.
Do children ski for free?
No: children born in 2019 and later pay the Baby rate, €17.50 a day at the ticket office in low season. Under-16s have a reduced rate.
Is Sestriere good for beginners?
Yes, with the Jolly magic carpets and the Area Primi Passi at the foot of the village. Group lessons at the Scuola Sci Olimpionica take children from age 5.
Sources and method
Resort profile: vialattea.it, it.wikipedia.org
Lift passes: vialattea.it
Getting there: vialattea.it
Equipment rental: skiset.com, snowrental.com
Restaurants and activities: vialattea.it
Webcams: vialattea.it
Runs and lifts: OpenSkiMap · © OpenStreetMap contributors (ODbL). Terrain: Mapzen Terrain Tiles (AWS Open Data). Forecasts: MET Norway (CC BY 4.0). Snow on the ground: ARPA Piemonte (CC BY 4.0). Schools, restaurants, spas and practical information: venue websites and tourist office.
Photos: Smt42, CC BY-SA 4.0, Wikimedia Commons · Giacio, CC BY-SA 4.0, Wikimedia Commons · ChiaVB, CC BY-SA 3.0, Wikimedia Commons · F Ceragioli, CC BY-SA 4.0, Wikimedia Commons.
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