Sestriere Chalets and Travel Guide

There’s no doubt about it—Sestriere is one of Italy’s top ski spots. The setting is stunning, the slopes are excellent, and everything’s geared toward snow lovers. It’s right in the middle of the Via Lattea—the “Milky Way”—a huge network of slopes stretching across the Alps into France. You can spend days out in the snow, skiing from village to village, and still not cover it all. Even if you're not hitting the slopes, it's a beautiful place just to relax and enjoy the fresh mountain air.

Sestriere attracts ski enthusiasts from around the globe. With over 400 kilometers of excellent ski slopes, Sestriere has a lot to offer skiers and snowboarders alike. Though, to be honest, it wouldn't be my top choice in the Piedmont Alps; at the end of the article, I'll share with you the resort town I prefer for skiing.

However, don't get me wrong this is a great ski town, with a range of difficulty levels, there's something for everyone.

• Thirty slopes are designated as challenging, ensuring an adrenaline rush for seasoned athletes seeking a thrilling descent. 
• For intermediate skiers, there are seventy-three slopes of moderate difficulty, providing the perfect balance of excitement and control. 
• Beginners, too, will find their place on the forty-two gentle slopes designed to instill confidence and ease into the joys of skiing.

What sets Sestriere apart is its commitment to ensuring exceptional skiing conditions throughout the season. With well over 75 kilometers of slopes covered in artificial snow, the resort guarantees a consistent and rich variety of terrain for skiing pleasure. Even during milder winter spells, you can rest assured that the well-maintained slopes will deliver optimal skiing experiences, allowing you to explore new routes and embrace the exhilaration of each descent.

Sestriere offers fantastic opportunities for cross-country skiing enthusiasts.

And if you’re into cross-country skiing, you’re in for a treat. The landscape around Sestriere is peaceful and breathtaking—just you, the snow, and the silence of the mountains. It’s the kind of skiing that feeds the soul.

When you visit Sestriere, the options are seemingly limitless.

And if you’re into cross-country skiing, you’re in for a treat. The landscape around Sestriere is peaceful and breathtaking—just you, the snow, and the silence of the mountains. It’s the kind of skiing that feeds the soul.

Sestriere in Summer

Sestriere owes its fame and indeed its establishment as a ski resort to Agnelli of Fiat fame; apparently, he decided that this would be the perfect place to establish a ski resort, and how right he was.

Work on the ski resort started in 1937, with the first Sestriere hotels and Sestriere chalets being built shortly after. The resort has continued to grow in stature ever since. It is now rated as one of the best resorts in the world.

Where to Stay in Sestriere

The Edelweiss Chalets, mentioned earlier, are a good option, but if you would rather a hotel, then I really do suggest you try the Hotel Gran Roc. With its well-appointed rooms, breathtaking mountain views, and warm hospitality, it provides a tranquil retreat after a day on the slopes.

Great Ski Resort but...

Perhaps because Sestriere was one of the world’s first purpose-built resorts, it is unfortunately little more than just an exceptional ski resort. What is missing is the characteristic village aspect of some of the other Piedmont resorts.

The result is that Sestriere is not the best choice if you would like to combine your ski holiday with a little of Piedmont’s culture, history, and culinary delights. However, it does offer an excellent après-ski scene with more than thirty bars and a very lively nightclub.

In the summer, it offers a lot of excellent hikes to suit all levels of fitness and some challenging climbing routes too.