Pila Italy Ski Resort
Weather at Pila Italy Ski Resort
Low: 6.7°C / High: 6.7°C
Wind: NW 5 km/h
Recent Snowfall
24 hours: 13 cm
7 days: 118 cm
Snow Depth
Base: 70 cm
Season Total: 126 cm
Resort Status
Resort Overview
Pila delivers an exceptional Alpine skiing experience perched high above the Roman city of Aosta, with 70km of varied terrain reaching 2,740m altitude. This modern, purpose-built resort combines tree-lined runs with vast open slopes, all set against breathtaking panoramic views of Mont Blanc, the Matterhorn, Monte Rosa and Gran Paradiso. The natural basin surrounding the ski area provides excellent snow protection from wind, while north-facing slopes shield snow from direct sunlight, creating unique skiing conditions throughout the season. The spectacular 360-degree Alpine vistas extending across Europe's highest peaks make Pila one of the most visually stunning ski destinations in the Italian Alps.
Trails & Terrain
Trails
Total Runs
38
Total Area
70km
43.5 miles
Pila Italy Ski Resort Lift System
Pila's modern lift system features 14 installations efficiently serving the mountain's 70km terrain network with an uphill capacity of 19,700 people per hour. The comprehensive network includes one cable car, two gondolas, eight chairlifts and five conveyors that provide seamless access across the ski area's 1,540m to 2,740m elevation range. The revolutionary Aosta-Pila gondola creates a direct 18-minute connection from the historic city centre to the slopes at 1,800m, making Pila uniquely accessible among Italian resorts. The new state-of-the-art Pila-Couis gondola system, opening in phases through 2025-2026, will transport skiers from Aosta to 2,700m in just 30 minutes, featuring 10-seater cabins and a spectacular star-shaped panoramic restaurant at the summit.
Lifts
Total Lifts
18
Lift Types
8
Lift Breakdown
Location & Getting There
Located directly above the historic Roman city of Aosta in Italy's Valle d'Aosta region, Pila sits just 90 minutes from Turin airport and 2 hours 15 minutes from Geneva. The resort enjoys a unique position connected to Aosta by both an scenic 18km mountain road and the innovative 18-minute gondola system, creating unparalleled accessibility for an Alpine resort. This strategic location provides visitors with the rare opportunity to combine world-class skiing with exploration of Aosta's remarkable Roman and medieval monuments, boutiques and authentic Italian dining. The resort's position as the flagship ski destination of the Aosta Valley offers convenient access to neighbouring resorts including Courmayeur, Monterosa, La Thuile and Cervinia through the comprehensive Valle d'Aosta ski pass system.
Pila Italy Ski Resort
, italy