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Espace San Bernardo

Espace San Bernardo Ski Resort Guide

Espace San Bernardo, France

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Ski Area Highlights
Recommended ForExpert Skiers, Intermediates, Beginners and Snowboarders!
Total Piste Length 156km 97 miles
Highest Lift 2,800m 9,186ft
Lowest Lift 1,190m 3,904ft
 Nearest AirportsChambery and Annecy
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Espace San Bernardo

Espace San Bernardo offers diverse skiing opportunities for all levels. Spanning both Italy and France, it features a stunning landscape and a vibrant atmosphere.

 Summary

Espace San Bernardo is a unique ski area that bridges Italy and France, providing access to over 150 kilometers of slopes. With a mix of challenging runs and gentle pistes, it's suitable for families and experienced skiers alike.

The ski area of Espace San Bernardo comprises the ski slopes of La Thuile and La Rosière.

The ski area includes 2 Ski Resorts with a combined total of 156km 97 miles of downhill skiing, with 82 marked pistes, served by a total of 38 ski lifts. The appropriate Lift Pass allows you to ski or snowboard in either of the ski areas of La Rosière and La Thuile.

With ski lifts as high as 2,800m 9,186ft , skiing and snowboarding is assured throughout the season.

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Snow and Weather

The resort benefits from a snow reliability that typically sees depths of up to 200 cm at peak season. For the latest snow conditions and updates, refer to J2Ski for accurate information.

When will it snow in Espace San Bernardo?

The next notable snow forecast is 7cm 3in , expected on 11 April.

See our long-range Snow Forecast for the latest update.

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Ski Area Stats

Espace San Bernardo Ski Area

Piste and Lift Stats
Black Pistes
Expert Trails
14 17km 11 miles
Red Pistes
Intermediate Runs
35 71km 44 miles
Blue Pistes
Easy Trails
25 51km 32 miles
Green Pistes
Beginner Runs
 8  6km 4 miles
Downhill
Total Length
156km 97 miles
Ski Lifts
Number of Lifts
38

Espace San Bernardo Altitudes

Lift Heights and Resort Altitude
Highest Lift 2,800m 9,186ft
Lowest Piste 1,190m 3,904ft

Ratings & Suitability

Ratings for Espace San Bernardo
Expert Skiers
Intermediate Skiers
Beginners
Snowboarding

Skiing

The resort is situated in the Montvalezan area, featuring peaks that reach up to 2,800 meters. Notable ski areas include La Rosière and La Thuile, with key lifts like the Les Forts and the Montvalezan gondola providing access to a variety of pistes such as the famous 'Le Cret' and 'La Thuile'.

There are a variety of pistes to suit all levels of skier ability, from Beginner to Expert.

Ski Lessons in Espace San Bernardo

Find a Ski Instructor

To choose a Ski School, and book Group Ski Lessons or a Private Instructor, see Espace San Bernardo Ski Schools and Espace San Bernardo Ski Instructors.

Snowboarding

Snowboarders will appreciate the terrain parks at La Rosière, which include features suitable for all skill levels. The resort offers well-groomed runs and off-piste opportunities for adventurous riders.

Location and Map

Where is Espace San Bernardo?

This ski resort is in the French Alps in Savoie, Rhône-Alpes.

Map

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How to get there

 By Air

The nearest airport to Espace San Bernardo is Brive, 64 minutes drive away.

Geneva, Chambery, Sion, Turin Caselle, Bergerac, Rodez, Grenoble, Annecy, Carcassonne, Limoges, Milan Malpensa, Milan Linate, Lourdes, Turin Cuneo, Bergamo and Genoa airports are all within three hours drive.

Brive is just one hours drive away, in good driving conditions, so you can be on the piste quickly.

Espace San Bernardo is accessible via major airports in both Italy and France. The closest are Chambery Airport, approximately 120 km away, and Geneva Airport, about 190 km from the resort, with good road connections to the ski area.

Infrastructure

Ski Lift Capacity

There are 38 ski lifts.

Season Dates

When is Espace San Bernardo open?

We don't currently have confirmed season dates, but hope to soon.

Usual opening is mid December, and usual closing is Late April.

NOTE:- Ski area, lift and piste opening is subject to Current Snow Conditions.

Piste Map

Espace San Bernardo Piste Map

Espace San Bernardo

Aprés Ski

After a day on the slopes, enjoy the lively après-ski scene at bars like Le Genepy and La Taverne. For dining, La Table de L'Ours offers a cozy atmosphere with hearty meals, while the nightclub Le Petit Danois keeps the party going into the night.

Espace San Bernardo