Aosta Valley, Italy

Courmayeur Ski Resort

ClosedOpens Early December

Season dates, 100 trails, lift pass pricing, and monthly snow conditions

Budget Friendly

Snow Sure

8,858ft

Peak Elevation

4,921ft

Vertical Drop

100

Trails

280"

Annual Snow

Overview

Courmayeur is a ski resort in Aosta Valley, Italy, with an elevation range from 3,937ft (1200m) to 8,858ft (2700m). The vertical drop is 4,921ft (1500m) across 100 trails served by 18 lifts and 1,000 skiable acres. The nearest airport is Geneva Airport (GVA), about 105 minutes away by car. Courmayeur receives an average of 280 inches of snowfall annually.

Season Overview

Season Timeline

Early December to Mid April

JanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDec

Opens: Early DecemberCloses: Mid April

Peak Open Early Late Closed

Snow Conditions

85cm(33in)Heavy

Average snowfall in February, Courmayeur's snowiest peak-season month.

280"

Annual Snowfall

(711cm)

-1°C

February Avg High

-8°C

February Avg Low

Snowmaking covers 60% of the terrain, supplementing natural snowfall.

Monthly Snowfall

280"

annual avg

Jan

Feb

Mar

Apr

May

Jun

Jul

Aug

Sep

Oct

Nov

Dec

Peak Open Early Latecm/month

Terrain & Trails

100

Total Trails

Lifts

1,000

Skiable Acres

4,921ft

Vertical Drop

Trail Difficulty Breakdown

25%

Beginner: 25 trails

44%

Intermediate: 44 trails

25%

Advanced: 25 trails

Expert: 6 trails

25%Beginner (25)

44%Intermediate (44)

25%Advanced (25)

6%Expert (6)

Courmayeur has 100 trails: 25% green, 44% blue, 25% black, and 6% double-black. With 25% of terrain rated green, beginner-rated trails make up a large share of Courmayeur.

Lift System & Elevation

Total Lifts

4,921ft

Vertical Drop

1,500m

(4,921ft)

Elevation Profile

8,858ft

Peak

3,937ft

Base

Price Trends

Day pass pricing across the season

$62

avg/day

$65

Jan

$68

Feb

$60

Mar

$52

Apr

May

Jun

Jul

Aug

Sep

Oct

Nov

$65

Dec

Peak Shoulder Off-PeakBest value: April ($52)

Best Month to Visit Courmayeur

Top Pick

February

Deep snowfallGreat valuePeak conditions

score

85cm

Moderate

$68/day

February offers the best overall balance of snowfall, crowd levels, and pricing at Courmayeur, based on this guide's month-by-month scoring. Snowfall this month averages 85cm. Crowd levels are moderate.

Runner-Up

January

80cm snow, moderate crowds, $65/day.

Best Value

April

$52/day, 20cm snow, low crowds.

Monthly Conditions

January

Peak Season

80cm

snowfall

-3°/-10°

high/low °C

crowds

$65

day pass

Best Month

February

Peak Season

85cm

snowfall

-1°/-8°

high/low °C

crowds

$68

day pass

March

Open

60cm

snowfall

3°/-4°

high/low °C

crowds

$60

day pass

April

Late Season

20cm

snowfall

8°/1°

high/low °C

crowds

$52

day pass

December

Open

65cm

snowfall

-2°/-9°

high/low °C

crowds

$65

day pass

Monthly conditions are based on historical averages. Actual conditions vary year to year. Click on any month for detailed conditions, crowd levels, and packing tips for Courmayeur.

Lift Passes & Pricing

Adult Day Pass

$60

per day

Season Pass

$720

full season

Day pass pricing varies by date and ticket type; check the resort's official site for current rates. Courmayeur is not included on any multi-resort pass in this dataset.

Getting to Courmayeur

Nearest Airport

Geneva Airport (GVA)

Approx. 105 min drive

Location

Aosta Valley, Italy 🇮🇹

45.7917°N, 6.9697°E

The drive from Geneva Airport to Courmayeur takes about 1 hour and 45 minutes.

Frequently Asked Questions

When does Courmayeur open for the season?

Courmayeur typically opens in Early December and closes in Mid April. Exact dates vary year to year, so check the resort's official site before booking travel.

How much is a day lift pass at Courmayeur?

A day lift pass at Courmayeur starts at $60 per day. Prices vary by date and ticket type, so check the resort's official site for current rates.

Is Courmayeur good for beginners?

Yes, 25% of Courmayeur's trails are rated green (beginner terrain).

How much snow does Courmayeur get per year?

Courmayeur receives an average of 280 inches of snowfall per year. Snowmaking covers 60% of the terrain, supplementing natural snowfall.

What is the best month to ski at Courmayeur?

February is the highest-scoring month to ski at Courmayeur in this guide's month-by-month ranking of snowfall, crowd levels, and lift pass pricing. It averages 85cm of snowfall and moderate crowd levels.

Overview

Terrain & Trails

100

Total Trails

Lifts

1,000

Skiable Acres

4,921ft

Vertical Drop

Trail Difficulty Breakdown

25%

Beginner: 25 trails

44%

Intermediate: 44 trails

25%

Advanced: 25 trails

Expert: 6 trails

25%Beginner (25)

44%Intermediate (44)

25%Advanced (25)

6%Expert (6)

Courmayeur has 100 trails: 25% green, 44% blue, 25% black, and 6% double-black. With 25% of terrain rated green, beginner-rated trails make up a large share of Courmayeur.

Frequently Asked Questions

When does Courmayeur open for the season?

Courmayeur typically opens in Early December and closes in Mid April. Exact dates vary year to year, so check the resort's official site before booking travel.

How much is a day lift pass at Courmayeur?

A day lift pass at Courmayeur starts at $60 per day. Prices vary by date and ticket type, so check the resort's official site for current rates.

Is Courmayeur good for beginners?

Yes, 25% of Courmayeur's trails are rated green (beginner terrain).

How much snow does Courmayeur get per year?

Courmayeur receives an average of 280 inches of snowfall per year. Snowmaking covers 60% of the terrain, supplementing natural snowfall.

What is the best month to ski at Courmayeur?