Courmayeur sits on the Italian side of Mont Blanc, with 33 runs over roughly 41.5 kilometres between 1,205 and 2,755 metres. That is a 1,550 metre vertical on a compact area, divided into the Plan Checrouit side and the north-facing Val Veny. Intermediates dominate at 51%, with 38% beginner, 8% advanced and 3% expert, so the groomed skiing is moderate. The numbers undersell the mountain, because much of its appeal lies off the piste and in the views across the Mont Blanc massif. It suits confident intermediates and anyone happy to hire a guide for the bigger days.

Access is by cable car from Courmayeur and Entrèves, or by the Dolonne gondola. The old Youla and Arp trams carry skiers to the top, where off-piste lines drop towards Val Veny; these routes need avalanche gear and a guide. Val Veny's north-facing slopes hold their snow and run through larch forest, while Plan Checrouit offers open, sunny cruising and mountain huts for long lunches. Beginners have gentle slopes near mid-station. Skiers wanting big mileage should look elsewhere, but those chasing scenery, steep terrain beyond the pistes and a refined town at the bottom will be well served.

Courmayeur typically operates from late November through early April, delivering one of the most reliable ski seasons in the Italian Alps with peak conditions concentrated in January through March. The resort benefits from its protected position on Mont Blanc's southern flank, with predominantly north-facing Val Veny slopes maintaining excellent snow quality while the sunnier Plan Checrouit sector receives comprehensive snowmaking coverage across 70% of terrain ensuring consistent conditions throughout the season. The elevation range from 1,205m to 2,755m creates varied snow conditions, with upper slopes and Val Veny's forested runs preserving quality through favorable aspects and strategic snowmaking.

The resort's proximity to Mont Blanc massif creates distinctive microclimates, with Val Veny's north and northwest aspects holding snow exceptionally well even during marginal periods, while Plan Checrouit's southeast exposure makes it less suitable for late-season skiing but perfect during cold January and February conditions. Clear weather reveals extraordinary panoramic views across the glacier-clad peaks of the Mont Blanc range, including the Miage Glacier visible from Cresta d'Arp and the towering summit of Mont Blanc dominating Val Veny's skyline.

The predominantly intermediate terrain with wide, well-groomed pistes appeals throughout the season, while the resort's legendary off-piste descents—including classic routes from Cresta d'Arp dropping 1,500m to valley floors—require specific snow conditions and professional guiding. Spring skiing extends into early April thanks to north-facing Val Veny slopes and high-altitude terrain, though the resort's relatively modest maximum elevation compared to neighboring French resorts makes timing crucial for optimal conditions.

Daily snow reports at Courmayeur go back to 1996, 31 winters on the books. Open the record to compare winters, lifts and piste.