Cervinia is a ski resort in Italy with 150 km of pistes and 21 lifts. Skiing reaches up to 3480 m above sea level and the village sits at 2050 m. Accommodation with lift pass included can be booked directly, you arrange your own travel there.
Cervinia, or Breuil-Cervinia as it is officially known, lies at the foot of the iconic Matterhorn peak in northern Italy. With the village sitting at 2,050 metres and skiing up to 3,480 metres, this is one of Europe's highest ski resorts, giving excellent snow conditions from November to May.
The resort shares its piste system with the Swiss resort of Zermatt through Matterhorn Ski Paradise, a cross-border ski paradise with 360 kilometres of pistes. This means that with an international lift pass, you can ski across the border and have lunch in Switzerland before skiing back to Italy in the afternoon. The wide, well-groomed pistes from Plateau Rosa at 3,480 metres offer some of the longest runs in the Alps.
Cervinia is a ski resort with typical Italian charm. Good food, a relaxed atmosphere and a comfortable, high-quality lifestyle are the priorities here. The restaurants serve Piedmontese and Aosta Valley cuisine, with local cheeses such as Fontina, homemade pasta and robust red wines. The skiing itself is just as impressive as the views, with the Matterhorn's distinctive profile a constant companion on the slopes.
For families, Cervinia is an excellent choice thanks to the many wide, medium-difficulty pistes and the high-Alpine climate that provides reliable snow throughout the season. Beginners appreciate the large, open slopes at Plan Maison at 2,500 metres, where there's plenty of room to practise without crowds.
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Cervinia's ski area offers 150 km of local pistes, but with the Matterhorn Ski Paradise pass you get access to a full 360 km of pistes stretching across the border to Zermatt. The pistes are largely wide and of medium difficulty, making the area perfect for families and intermediate skiers. From Plateau Rosa at 3,480 metres you can ski runs of over 2,000 vertical metres down to the village.
The 21 lifts include modern gondolas and fast chairlifts. The Ventina area offers more challenging terrain for experienced skiers, while the Plan Maison sector is ideal for beginners. Glacier skiing at the top means you can ski on natural snow even late in the season.
Piste map for Cervinia
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Best time to travel to Cervinia
The best time for skiing in Cervinia is from January to March. Thanks to the high altitude, you can still ski from November to May. January and February offer the best snow conditions and the coldest temperatures. March and April bring sunny skiing with longer days and milder weather, while the glacier stays open into May too.
How to get to Cervinia
You arrange your own travel, and many drive their own car. Taking the Eurotunnel from Folkestone and arriving at Calais, it's roughly 1 002 km to Cervinia, around 10,6 hours of pure driving time through France. Remember that studded tyres are banned in France and Germany.
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Yes, Cervinia is linked to Zermatt through Matterhorn Ski Paradise. With an international lift pass, you can cross the border on skis via Plateau Rosa at 3,480 metres. It's a fantastic experience to have lunch in Switzerland and ski back to Italy in the afternoon.
Cervinia is one of the most snow-sure ski resorts in the entire Alps. The village sits at 2,050 metres, and the pistes reach 3,480 metres on the Plateau Rosa glacier. The high altitude provides excellent snow conditions from November to May, longer than most other resorts.
Yes, Cervinia is very good for beginners. The area around Plan Maison at 2,500 metres has wide, gentle pistes with plenty of space. Most of the pistes are classified green or blue, and the ski school offers lessons for all ages and abilities.
Locally, Cervinia has 150 km of pistes and 21 lifts. With the Matterhorn Ski Paradise lift pass, you get access to a full 360 km of pistes across the border to Zermatt.
