Bardonecchia

The location

Bardonecchia is just over 100km from Turin Airport, so it only takes about an hour and a quarter to get there. It sits very close to the French border.

The resort

Bardonecchia is a brilliant choice if you’d like a bit of peace and quiet, or simply fancy having the slopes all to yourself. Even in the height of the ski season, this is one of Italy’s quietest resorts. That means you’ll have piles of powder-fresh snow to enjoy on a good mix of runs.

Beginner-friendly

Because of the more peaceful nature of Bardonecchia, it’s a haven for beginners. You’ll have time to test yourself on plenty of gentle blue runs, without feeling rushed or flustered by other more experienced skiers.

Lots to do

Bardonecchia had considerable investment over the Winter Olympics and it’s a sizeable town. Off the slopes you can check out the local ice rink, cinema and sports centre. There are enough shops to grab some decent souvenirs from, too.

Perfect Piemonte cuisine

The food in Bardonecchia is of a uniformly high standard. After a morning’s skiing, keep your strength up at a mountain restaurant serving regional delicacies such as sheep’s milk cheese, black truffles and slices of roast beef.

The highlights

• The quiet atmosphere is ideal for beginners.
• Test your skills on the Olympic Snow Park nearby.
• Go souvenir shopping in the centre of town.