Ski in style where France meets Italy! Enjoy a blend of French pastries and Italian coffee, stunning views, endless sunshine, and epic off-piste.
Get to know La Rosiere
Straddled perfectly between France and Italy, La Rosière is the dolce vita of skiing.
Connected to the Aosta Valley as part of the Espace San Bernardo ski area, say hello to the best of both worlds! The sexy blend of two rich cultures. We're talking French pastries and Italian coffee. Italian lunch and French dinner.
Food aside, you can expect stunning views, endless sunshine and some untracked off-piste for even the hungriest powder hounds.
Found en route to Tignes/Val, Bourg Saint Maurice acts as a great hub for transport and all your self-catering needs. Do an online shop (click & collect) before you travel to speed things up in Bourg before heading up the hill to this bougie blend of France & Italy.
Why you might love it
Families
Crossing Borders
Traditional feel
At a glance
Ski area
Espace San Bernado
Resort altitude
1850m
Piste range
1176–2800m
Lifts
38
Green runs
8
Blue runs
25
Red runs
37
Black runs
14
More about La Rosiere
Skiing in La Rosiere
Whether you're a newbie hitting the slopes for the first time or a seasoned pro craving a powder fix, La Rosiere has something for you! Families will love the top-notch ski schools, ensuring little ones learn in a safe and fun environment. And for those looking to up the ante, heli-skiing in nearby Italy is a must-do adrenaline rush!
La Rosière is already pretty wallet-friendly, but if you’re looking to really stretch your ski budget, pop over to La Thuile. Prices there are even gentler on your purse! The journey back to France is like stepping into another world - breathtaking mountains on both sides and not a lift in sight.
The Moulin Express and Mont Valasian Express chairlifts open up a whole new world for advanced skiers. Cruising through epic off-piste terrain at a dizzying 2,800 meters! It's a skier's dream come true. So, gather your crew and get ready for an unforgettable mountain adventure in La Rosiere!
Where to stay in La Rosiere
La Rosiere isn't a single charming mountain village, it's actually two! Les Eucherts is the newer development, it's where most of the chalets are clustered. It's a scenic one-mile bus ride round the mountain but it's also easily walkable, connected by Narnia-esque forest trails.
Les Eucherts is different from your traditional mountain resort. It's been thoughtfully designed with ski in, ski out access for many chalets. Picture this: you step out your front door, strap on your skis, and voila! You're carving down the slopes. Plus, the "Croisette" ski front has a handful of restaurants, ski rentals and ski schools. Les Eucherts has a distinctly North American feel – think easy access and modern amenities. Basically, it's perfect for families looking for a hassle-free ski getaway where everything is right at your fingertips. Let the chalet hunt begin!
Family skiing in La Rosiere
Yes, there are fantastic beginner and progression pistes including the themed fun forest parks. But the thing that really sets La Rosiere apart, in terms of family skiing, is the non-ski side of things. From dog sledding to watching the ice hockey - activities that can enhance the family experience.
Local teams play ice hockey most weeks, and it's a great friendly experience. And the climbing wall is handy for burning off any extra post-ski energy. There's dog-sledding on offer or the resort organises free events each week from snowball fights to toasting marshmallows over fire-pits or even a free magic show.
Hidden gems
Non-Ski
Try your luck on Snake Gliss (a chain of linked sledges). Or fly down the mountain on the X-treme Luge, a 700 m mountain coaster through the forest.
Italian Lunch
Head to La Thuile for lunch in Italy (it's cheaper on the Italian side) before coming back to France for dinner.
Crossing borders
La Rosière is linked with La Thuile in Italy by a ski slope, so you can easily ski across the border. Just look out for the long drag lifts that you'll need to take to get home.
Getting here
Geneva Airport
2 hrs 30 min
Bourg St Maurice
30 min
Lyon
2 hrs 30 min
La Rosiere map
What we like
- They encourage train travel with discounted lift passes if you arrive by train as well as shuttle buses from the station in Bourg St Maurice - just make sure you book your shuttle ticket in advance (through Altibus)
- South-facing with spectacular views out over the entire valley
- Consistently falling within the top 10 French ski resorts for the most snowfall
- At the foot of the Italian Face of Mont Blanc and linked with La Thuile you can ski across the border for lunch in Italy before dinner back in France
- A family focused resort including the Little Saint-Bernard adventure trail; a green piste winding through the woods
- Flocon Vert label - an endorsement for the sustainable development of the resort and a continued commitment to sustainable practices including the socio-economic fabric of the area
Worth knowing
- Built at an altitude of 1850m it's one of the highest resort in France with a great snow record
- The combined ski area with La Thuille is called the Espace San Bernado and is full of beginner and intermediate cruising terrain (there's few seriously challenging slopes, another reason it's great for family skiing)
- You don't need a passport to cross the border to Italy but you will need some sturdy legs to conquer a couple of long button lifts
- Traditional style with attractive buildings and chalets dotted throughout the woods
- There isn't much of an apres ski scene in La Rosiere. There's a handful of restaurants, shops and bars but it's a more peaceful, admire the views chill by the fire sort of scene
