Champoluc, Italian Alps

Champoluc: 5 things to know before you go

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A friendly Aosta valley village on the great Monterosa Ski circuit, Champoluc shares 180 km with Alagna and Gressoney. The family side of one of Italy's wildest ski areas.

1.Is the snow reliable in Champoluc?

Generally yes. From 1568 m at the base to 3275 m up top, the profile holds snow well across a normal winter (score 86/100).

2.Do you need a car, or can you ski in and out?

This is more of a valley base than a slopeside village, so expect a lift, train or shuttle to the snow each morning. Staying central, near the main lift, saves the most time.

3.How big is the ski area, and who is it for?

At 180 km of piste on 38 lifts, it is a substantial mountain that rewards a multi-day stay. The terrain is balanced (0 green, 35 blue, 50 red, 25 black), which suits a mixed-level group skiing together.

4.What is the resort like?

Champoluc stands out for a family-friendly setup and a vast, multi-sector domain.

5.When is the best time to go?

The season usually runs Dec 7 to Apr 21 (about 19 weeks). For the most dependable cover, the deep-winter window of January to February is the safe bet. Conditions soften as spring arrives, so earlier in the window is the safer call.

The full Champoluc guide

Hotels, piste breakdown, snow month by month, lift and rental info, map and more.

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More questions, answered

How much vertical drop does Champoluc have?
About 1707 m of vertical, from a 1568 m base to 3275 m at the top.
Is Champoluc part of a larger ski area?
Yes. Champoluc is part of the Monterosa Ski ski area, one of the big linked domains, so a single lift pass opens the whole thing.
Is Champoluc good for beginners?
Less so: the terrain leans intermediate and advanced (0 green, 35 blue), so committed beginners are better off starting elsewhere.

Where to stay

Hotels we like for ski access and value. Prices are indicative; check live availability.

Hotel Relais Des Glaciers
4.7730 reviews
โ‚ฌ125
โ˜… Top pick

Hotel Relais Des Glaciers

Excellent ยท 730 reviews

Why we like it

One of the highest-rated places to stay in Champoluc, with guests singling out the service and comfort.

Guests rate this hotel as excellent (4.7/5 from 730 reviews). It sits about 1.0 km from the slopes. A mid-range option for Champoluc, with live nightly rates shown for your exact dates so you always see the best price.

โ‰ˆ 1.0 km to the slopesMid-range
From
โ‚ฌ125/ night
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Aethos Monterosa
4.5442 reviews
โ‚ฌ105

Aethos Monterosa

Very good ยท 442 reviews

Why we like it

Strong value for Champoluc, with a high guest rating that punches above its nightly price.

โ‰ˆ 1.5 km to the slopesBudget-friendly
From
โ‚ฌ105/ night
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Hotel de Champoluc
4.5325 reviews
โ‚ฌ105

Hotel de Champoluc

Very good ยท 325 reviews

Why we like it

Strong value for Champoluc, with a high guest rating that punches above its nightly price.

โ‰ˆ 1.1 km to the slopesBudget-friendly
From
โ‚ฌ105/ night
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Au Charmant Petit Lac โ€ข Spa & Park Eco-Hotel
4.7217 reviews
โ‚ฌ135

Au Charmant Petit Lac โ€ข Spa & Park Eco-Hotel

Excellent ยท 217 reviews

Why we like it

One of the highest-rated places to stay in Champoluc, with guests singling out the service and comfort.

โ‰ˆ 850 m to the slopesMid-range
From
โ‚ฌ135/ night
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