La Rosière Ski Holidays
La Rosière Ski Holidays

La Rosière Ski Holidays

A bit about La Rosière

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Nestled at an altitude of 2650m, the village of La Rosière promises excellent snow conditions and memorable powder days, heightening the allure for winter sports enthusiasts. This traditional alpine village is graced with charming wooden chalets, delightful shops, appetizing restaurants, and bars, along with a vibrant town center that emanates an inviting atmosphere. La Rosière forms part of the Espace San Bernardo ski area, and when combined with the Italian resort of La Thuile, it provides an impressive 160 km of ski pistes, all accessible under a single lift pass. The resort caters to all skill levels with a majority of runs crafted perfectly for beginners and intermediates. For the advanced skiers seeking a dose of adrenaline, La Rosière doesn't disappoint; it is known for its extensive off-piste terrain and the rare opportunity of heli-skiing in France. This offers adventurous skiers and snowboarders the thrilling experience of carving their path through untouched snow.
La Rosière resort facts
Ski areaEspace San Bernardo
Total slopes200 km
Easy slopes8 runs
Intermediate slopes25 runs
Difficult slopes35 runs
Expert slopes14 runs
Number of lifts40
Snow range1,176 m - 2,641 m
Resort height1,190 m - 2,800 m
Snow parks1
Rating by ski level
Beginners
8/10
Intermediates
6/10
Experts
4/10
Snowboarders
4/10
Rating by group type
Friends
5/10
Families
7/10
Couples
6/10
Transfer times to La Rosière
Chambéry airport2 hr
Lyon airport2 hr 30 min
Geneva airport2 hr 45 min

A bit about La Rosière

4.6/5WONDERFUL (1,083 REVIEWS)
Nestled at an altitude of 2650m, the village of La Rosière promises excellent snow conditions and memorable powder days, heightening the allure for winter sports enthusiasts. This traditional alpine village is graced with charming wooden chalets, delightful shops, appetizing restaurants, and bars, along with a vibrant town center that emanates an inviting atmosphere. La Rosière forms part of the Espace San Bernardo ski area, and when combined with the Italian resort of La Thuile, it provides an impressive 160 km of ski pistes, all accessible under a single lift pass. The resort caters to all skill levels with a majority of runs crafted perfectly for beginners and intermediates. For the advanced skiers seeking a dose of adrenaline, La Rosière doesn't disappoint; it is known for its extensive off-piste terrain and the rare opportunity of heli-skiing in France. This offers adventurous skiers and snowboarders the thrilling experience of carving their path through untouched snow.
La Rosière resort facts
Ski areaEspace San Bernardo
Total slopes200 km
Easy slopes8 runs
Intermediate slopes25 runs
Difficult slopes35 runs
Expert slopes14 runs
Number of lifts40
Snow range1,176 m - 2,641 m
Resort height1,190 m - 2,800 m
Snow parks1
Rating by ski level
Beginners
8/10
Intermediates
6/10
Experts
4/10
Snowboarders
4/10
Rating by group type
Friends
5/10
Families
7/10
Couples
6/10
Transfer times to La Rosière
Chambéry airport2 hr
Lyon airport2 hr 30 min
Geneva airport2 hr 45 min

La Rosière, France

As part of the Espace San Bernardo ski area, linked with La Thuile in Italy, La Rosière offers over 150 km of ski runs, making it the only international ski area in the Savoy region. The resort’s excellent value for money, especially with lift passes, and its family-friendly atmosphere make it a top choice for those seeking a charming yet adventurous ski holiday.

Why choose La Rosière?

  • Traditional mountain architecture
  • Sunny, south-facing slopes on the French side
  • Snow-sure, north-facing slopes in Italy
  • Excellent value for money
  • Heli-skiing and off-piste opportunities
  • Outstanding family-friendly facilities
  • Snow conditions in La Rosière

    At an altitude of 1,850m with slopes reaching up to 2,800m, La Rosière offers excellent snow conditions throughout the season. The resort enjoys abundant sunshine on its French slopes, while the Italian side ensures reliable snow cover. The snowiest period typically occurs in mid-December, with an average of 54 cm of fresh snowfall over 3.4 snowy days during the second week. Snow-making systems cover 64 km of slopes, further guaranteeing great skiing even in low-snow periods.

    Skiing in La Rosière

    La Rosière, part of the Espace San Bernardo, offers 160 km of varied ski terrain shared with La Thuile in Italy. The resort caters to all levels, with wide, gentle pistes perfect for beginners, scenic blue and red runs for intermediates, and challenging black runs for advanced skiers. The connection to La Thuile expands your skiing experience across the border, and for more experienced skiers, heli-skiing in Italy and off-piste routes on the French side provide thrilling challenges. La Rosière also offers a fun snowpark, the Funcross du Petit Saint-Bernard, and a range of dedicated play areas, making it a great place for families and skiers looking to improve their skills.

    Ski schools in La Rosière

    La Rosière is home to several excellent ski schools, including ESF, Evolution 2, Oxygène, and OriginAlps, all of which offer lessons for skiers and snowboarders of all abilities. The instructors are dedicated to ensuring you progress in a safe, friendly environment on slopes suited to your skill level. From beginners to advanced skiers, the professional guidance helps both adults and children build confidence, with the added bonus of exploring La Rosière’s fun play areas like the Funcross and Snowpark once you’ve improved.

    La Rosière for families

    La Rosière’s "Famille Plus Montagne" certification highlights its dedication to families, offering a wide range of family-friendly accommodations, activities, and amenities. The resort’s sunny slopes and welcoming atmosphere make it an ideal destination for families with children. With gentle ski areas, snow gardens, and activities like sledging and snowshoeing, La Rosière provides a relaxing yet active holiday experience for both parents and children.

    Crèches in La Rosière

    La Rosière offers excellent childcare options, ensuring families can balance skiing with time to relax. For infants as young as 3 months, Fabienne Ostorero provides qualified childcare services, offering stimulating indoor and outdoor activities tailored to the little ones. For older children, Club des Galopins and Village Yeti welcome children from 3 years old, introducing them to the joys of snow and nature through a mix of outdoor and indoor adventures. These facilities allow parents to explore the slopes knowing their children are safe and entertained.

    Things to do in La Rosière

    Snow activities: Dog sledding, parapenting, snow biking, snowkiting, heli-skiing, cross-country skiing, snowshoe walking.

    Non-skiers: Cinema, ice rink, indoor pool, bowling.

    Après ski in La Rosière

    While La Rosière is a quieter, family-friendly resort, it still offers a relaxed après-ski scene with a couple of cosy bars that provide great options for enjoying a drink and some live music in the evening. For those seeking a livelier evening, Tuesday nights tend to be the most energetic in the resort.

    Restaurants in La Rosière

    La Rosière’s dining scene may be modest in size, but it offers a good variety of high-quality options, mixing French and Italian flavours.

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