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· Sestriere ·
· Sestriere ·
Sestriere
ITALY
Welcome to the winter travel guide and information fact sheet for the alpine resort of Sestriere in Italy. If you would like to view the summer season resort information please click on the "summer guide" tab displayed below the resort image.
Resort information
Displayed here are all the facts and figures relating to Sestriere in winter. The toolbar on the right of the page will also provide you with useful additional information to help you decide on this resort's suitability to your holiday plans.
Resort facts
- Resort height:
- Ski Range:
- Number of lifts:
- KMs of piste:
- Glacier:
- Beginners:
- Intermediate:
- Advanced:
- 2000 m
- 1390-2825 m
- 88
- 400 km
Travel information
- Airport (option 1):
- Airport (option 2):
- Airport (option 3):
- Nearest Railway station:
- Distance from Calais:
- Turin (1h 30m)
- Milan (2h 30m)
- Geneva (3h 50m)
- Oulx (14 miles)
- 637 miles (approx)
Good points
- Part of the Milky Way
- Good snowmaking facilities
- Local slopes offer something for most levels
Not so good
- Erractic snow record on the Milky Way
- Lack of village charm
- Little apres ski, except at weekends
Description
Sestriere is one of Italy's first purpose resort and high enough to offer a snow sure record. It has extensive snow making on most of the slopes, with skiing to suit most abilities. As part of the extensive Milky Way, it's an excellent base in which to explore this area.
