Ski Guides Courmayeur

The Ski Slopes

The pistes suit intermediates, but are surprisingly limited for such a well-known, large resort. They are varied in character, if not gradient. The east-facing Chercrouit area catches morning sun, and has open, above-the-tree-line pistes. Most people follow the sun to the north-west-facing slopes towards Val Veny in the afternoon, which are interesting, varied and tree-lined, with great views of Mont Blanc and its glaciers. Courmayeur has good snow reliability for most of the season although its slopes are not high those above Val Veny keep their snow well, but the Plan Chercrouit side is rather too sunny for comfort in late season. It is a great place for a weekend away although Sunday crowds pour in making queues and overcrowded slopes - but whether it makes sense for a week's holiday is another matter.