Courmayeur is a ski resort located in Aosta Valley, Italy, sitting at an elevation range of 3,937ft (1200m) to 8,858ft (2700m). With a vertical drop of 4,921ft (1500m), the resort offers 100 trails served by 18 lifts across 1,000 skiable acres. The nearest airport is Geneva Airport (GVA), approximately 105 minutes by car. The resort receives an average of 280 inches of snowfall annually. Snowmaking covers 60% of the terrain, ensuring consistent conditions throughout the season.
Early December to Mid April
Fresh, uncompacted snow. Ideal conditions.
80cm
Snow Depth
(31")
-3°C
-10°C to -3°C
(14°F / 27°F)
280"
Annual Snowfall
(711cm)
60%
Snowmaking
coverage
280"
annual avg
100
Total Trails
18
Lifts
1,000
Skiable Acres
4,921ft
Vertical Drop
Courmayeur offers a balanced mix of terrain with 25% beginner, 44% intermediate, 25% advanced, and 6% expert-only runs. The generous proportion of green runs makes this a solid choice for beginners and families learning to ski.
18
Total Lifts
4,921ft
Vertical Drop
1,500m
(4,921ft)
8,858ft
Peak
3,937ft
Base
Day pass pricing across the season
$62
avg/day
February offers the best overall balance of snow quality, crowd levels, and pricing at Courmayeur. Expect reliable powder days with an average of 85cm of fresh snowfall. Moderate crowds mean reasonable lift lines, especially on weekdays.
January
80cm snow, moderate crowds, $65/day
April
$52/day, 20cm snow, low crowds
80cm
snowfall
-3°/-10°
high/low °C
crowds
$65
day pass
85cm
snowfall
-1°/-8°
high/low °C
crowds
$68
day pass
60cm
snowfall
3°/-4°
high/low °C
crowds
$60
day pass
20cm
snowfall
8°/1°
high/low °C
crowds
$52
day pass
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 weather forecasts, crowd analysis, and packing tips for Courmayeur.
Adult Day Pass
$60
per day
Season Pass
$720
full season
Day pass pricing at Courmayeur varies by date. Peak periods (holidays and weekends) may cost 10-15% more. Purchasing lift tickets online in advance typically saves $10-20 per ticket. Courmayeur is not currently part of a major multi-resort pass. Check the resort website for group rates and multi-day ticket bundles.
Geneva Airport (GVA)
Approx. 105 min drive
Aosta Valley, Italy 🇮🇹
45.7917°N, 6.9697°E
The drive from Geneva Airport to Courmayeur takes approximately 2 hours and 45 minutes. Consider booking a shuttle transfer or renting a car with winter tires and chains.
Courmayeur offers a range of accommodation options for every budget. On-mountain lodging provides ski-in/ski-out convenience but typically costs 30-50% more than staying in the nearest town. Budget travelers can find hostel-style accommodations starting around $40 per night, while mid-range hotels and condos average $100-180 per night. Luxury ski-in/ski-out properties can exceed $250 per night during peak periods.
Booking 2-3 months in advance secures better rates, especially for holiday periods. Many resorts offer lift-and-lodging packages that bundle accommodation with multi-day tickets at a discount.