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La Thuile |
| Ski4Real’s winter base, La Thuile, lies under the watchful eye of Mont Blanc at the head of Italy’s Aosta Valley. As part of the Piccolo San Bernardo ski area, La Thuile links with La Rosière in France creating an extensive multi-cultural ski region with ample opportunity to explore further. La Thuile also offers ski passes taking in Courmayeur, Pila and Cervinia all a short distance away. The start, from Punta Helbroner, of the unforgettable 12km-long Valley Blanche descent down to Chamonix is within a short bus ride. Little known outside Italy, La Thuile remains uncrowded and offers wide well groomed pistes. |
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| The unspoilt nature of La Thuile means that it retains some of its distinct character and excels on local produce. The heli-skiing is very reasonably priced allowing for further access to the off-piste. |
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Accommodation |
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La Thuile has accommodation to suit all from self-catering apartments and hotels to picturesque and welcoming chalets such as Chalet Alpina, Ski4Real’s choice. Chalet Alpina is at the epicenter of the telemark world in La Thuile. Debbie and Eddy are both avid Telemarkers as well as hosting this cosy family run 3 star hotel in a tranquil location only 5 minutes walk from the lift station. The bedrooms are well equipped; there is a relaxing lounge area with TV and self-service bar. Rooms are mainly twin or double.
Home away from home! visit at www.chaletalpina.it
Tel: +39 0165 884 187 |
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Après ski |
| For après ski, La Thuile offers a good range of eating places from cheap and cheerful Pizza places to sophisticated dining in restaurants like La Fordze. There is plenty of local cuisine including a steak house, Mexican, and excellent chocolatier. There is a specialist local wine shop and all the usual exclusive ski and equipment shops. Numerous local bars give La Thuile its great ambiance. |
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Activities |
| Besides skiing, La Thuile has a swimming pool, sauna and steam room, a fitness centre and a small cross-country ski circuit. There are ample opportunities for snowshoeing and walks along local trails. |
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| The natural thermal baths at Pré-St-Didier provide the best way of unwinding and soaking away the aches and pains after a demanding day of skiing. www.termedipre.it/spa_italy.asp |
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Getting there |
La Thuile lies on the north west corner of the Aosta Valley, bordering both France & Switzerland. It is accessed either from Geneva or from Turin and Milan airports. Train and bus connections link Aosta Valley to Turin and other parts of Italy.
- Transfers: From Geneva: By car 40min to Chamonix; less than 2hr to Geneva; 1hr 20min to Turin; 2hr 30min to Milan. Transfers can be arranged through Eddie at Chalet Alpina; Laura Vecchi (transferlathuile@interfree.it;
Tel: +39 3356 757 386)
- Driving: La Thuile is a 9.5hr drive from Calais through the Mont Blanc tunnel.
- Flights: To Geneva, Turin and Milan airports; Aosta has a local airport.
- Buses: Savda Spa, connect to and from Turin and Turin airport; www.savda.it; Tel: +39 0165 262 027
- Trains: To Pré-St. Didier with a change at Aosta, from Turin and Milan.
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La Thuile News |
| New quad chairlift to Maison Blanche with access to tree skiing through the glades. |
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Lift Passes |
| The La Thuile pass office is at the bottom of the piste. You can purchase the dual resort pass of La Thuile and La Rosière or opt for the extended Valley D’Aosta which includes days at Pila and Courmayeur. They accept all major credit cards and can provide ski insurance. Lift passes can be pre booked by clients at Chalet Alpina. Ski Lift: Funivie Piccolo San Bernardo; Tel: +39 0165 884 150 (www.lathuile.net) |
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Medical Facilities |
| La Thuile has an excellent local trauma clinic situated at the base of the main slopes that deals with the majority of skiing injuries. There is a local doctor’s surgery and a very efficient chemist in the village. In the event of an accident on piste, rescue is provided free of charge by the Aosta Valley Consortium. |
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Ski and Boot rental |
| Both for Alpine and Telemark, Ski4Real has an agreed privileged contract with Only Ski Rental (www.onlyski.com/eng/index.php) in La Thuile. Luca and his team provide excellent equipment and service. Skis can be pre booked and are reserved for your arrival in resort. |
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General Information |
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Tour Operators to La Thuile |
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Around La Thuile |
| The town of Aosta provides a glimpse of Roman history and has a lively weekly market. The ski resort of Pila is directly accessible from the town centre by ski lift. A day’s skiing in the chic resort of Courmayeur is included on the Aosta Valley lift pass. |
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Other Ski4Real Resorts |
Chamonix |
Chamonix – the unofficial capital of the Alps – needs no introduction. Chamonix is a vibrant town based below Mont Blanc amidst its majestic scenery. The world’s centre for renowned off piste skiing . . . . . Why not just type Chamonix into any search engine.
Ski4Real use Chamonix, on the far end of the Valley Blanche, as an alternative to La Thuile. The skiing around Chamonix is some of the best in the Alps and best for intermediates and advanced skiers and those who venture regularly off-piste.
Chamonix’s international ambience is in stark contrast to the quiet tradition of La Thuile and its restaurants and bars stay lively into the wee hours.
Ski4Real’s preferred place to stay is the Hotel La Chaumiere, a traditional Savoyard mountain hotel. Owned by Mario and Maria, true mountain aficionados, who create a fantastic atmosphere with great hospitality. Mario is a mountain guide with more off piste experience than is thought possible, he makes any conditions look like he is doing the waltz! Great bars and family restaurants. Transfers from Geneva.
Info and direct bookings: info@hotelchaumierechamonix.com or visit: www.hotelchaumierechamonix.com
Tel: +33 (0)450 531 325 |
