La Rosière 1850 ski resort
Snow Range
1850-2642 m
peaceful, sunny resort and a ski area shared with Italy
Set high above the Upper Tarantaise valley and on the route of the Petit St Bernard Pass (closed in winter) is La Rosière 1850 and the international ski area linking La Thuile in Italy to form the Espace San Bernardo. Enjoy fantastic views of the surrounding mountains including Mont Blanc and Monte Rosa, before skiing wide open runs, many suitable for all standards of skier. The village has a traditional French feel, and all the ingredients for an excellent family skiing holiday.
- the experience
- the slopes La Rosière 1850 snowboarding
- La Rosière 1850 lift passes and tuition
- ski/snowboarding tuition in La Rosière 1850
The experience
La Rosière 1850 Après Ski
A relatively quiet resort, though the resort still has several bars for entertainment. Try Arpin's bar for karaoke, le p'tit relais, Le Solaret, Le Pub or Le Petit Danois.
Activities
· Weekly torchlight descent and Ski Show · Snowkiting lessons · Snowshoe walking · Bowling alley · Ice rink · Shopping complex
Eating out in La Rosière 1850
Good choice of restaurants. 3-course evening meals for around €25. Local fondues for €20.50 and pizzas from €7.60 · Le Genepi, L'Ancolie, Le Plein Soleil.
Other amenities
· Pedestrian walkways with themes like fauna, flora and meteorology · 2-screen cinema
Resort features
- Crystal Ski Escort
- Helicopter Transfer
- Ski 2 countries
Transfer time
Chambery 2 hrs 45 mins, Grenoble 3 hrs 45 mins, Geneva 3 hrs 45 mins. Snow Train (Bourg St Maurice) 50 mins.
The slopes
Beginners
Complete beginners will soon make quick progress on the green runs by the Clarines and Lievre Blanc lifts. The wide open blue pistes just above La Rosière are then perfect for finding your feet and getting to grips with the turns, especially under the guidance of the expert local ski school.
Intermediates
This international ski area is ideal for intermediates that wish to clock up some mileage. Ski up to the Petit Saint Bérnard Pass and the area around La Belvedere where there are some great blue and red runs. Take the Nouva and San Bernardo runs, a total of 11kms, down to the village of La Thuile for a pasta lunch before returning via the Belvedere chairlift, back to France.
Advanced
There are a total of 12 black runs in the international ski area as well as a fully patrolled off piste snowzone for experienced skiers and boarders. On the Italian side it also possible to do heliskiing (usually January to April) on the Ruitor glacier or the Miravidi for any skier who relishes a challenge. Another new developing winter sport, for advanced skiers looking for something different, is snow-kiting; skiing downhill with a small parachute attached to your back. There is a designated area and school to help you learn this exhilarating new discipline.
Snowboarding
For the beginner and intermediate there are some lovely wide open slopes to practice your carving. Freeriders will find some great spots to make their mark on the mountain and freestylers can try out the snowboard park and the boarder cross park near the Fort chairlift. La Rosière is also lift linked with La Thuile its Italian neighbour, so there is an amazing amount of varying terrain.
Slope facts
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Total kms of piste
150kms
Piste type No of runs Easy 17 (29) Intermediate 10 (32) Difficult 4 (12) -
Number of lifts
La Rosière 20, Total area (including La Thuile) 37 (1 Cable Car, 16 Chairlifts, 20 Drag lifts)
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Direction of slopes
N, NE, S
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Snow cannons
300
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Mountain restaurants
Total area 15
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Cross-country trails
14kms (La Rosière and La Thuile)
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Snow Range
1850-2642 m
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Village Height:
1,850m (6,105ft)
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Highest Ski Lift
2,642m (8,615ft)
Lift passes and tuition
Lift pass, ski hire and tuition prices shown are correct at time of publication. However, all prices quoted may be subject to change during the ski season.
Lift Pass
| 6 Days | Adult | Child | Senior |
| San Bernardo | £ | £ | £ |
| 6 Days | Family* |
| San Bernardo | £ |
Child 5-12 yrs incl. Senior 60-74 yrs incl.
*2 Adults and 2 Children up to 16yrs
Lift pass coverage: Lift pass covers all lifts in La Rosière and La Thuile.
Photo required for lift pass? Free passes and 9 days + only
Lift pass keycard deposit: €4
Ski/Board Tuition
| 6 Days | Adult | Child |
| Ski/Board (6 x 2.5 hrs am) LS | £ | £ |
| Ski/Board (6 x 2 hrs am) MS | £ | £ |
| Ski/Board (6 x 2 hrs am) MS* | £ | £ |
| Ski/Board (6 x 2 hrs am) HS | £ | £ |
Mid season: deps. 19/12-01/01 & 03/04-17/04
High season: deps. 06/02-05/03
Usual hours of instruction: (ESF) LS 0915-1145, MS & HS 2 hours only 1115-1315 *In Les Eucherts MS is 0915-1145 (hence more expensive).
Please note: Les Cimes Blanches Apts & Le Kitz, Hahnenkamm, Cervinia & Stelvio chalets all start ski school in Les Eucherts (closest to their accommodation).
Children: Ski 3-12 yrs, board 8-12yrs, same hours as adults.
No. of instructors: 70
First Time Skiing / Boarding
| Adult | Child | |
| First Time ski | £ | £ |
| First Time board | £ | £ |
Includes: 6 days equipment hire and 6 days tuition. Beginners slopes are free. Arrange lift pass locally with your rep.
the savings
When 2 adults pre-book superior skis and boots, 1 child up to and including 11 years receives FREE standard skis and boots.
FREE lift pass for children under 5s & over 74s (covers La Rosière only, not La Thuile).
Ski/board equipment
Ski/Board Equipment
| 6 Days | Adult | Child |
| Bronze skis | £ | £ |
| Silver skis | £ | £ |
| Gold skis | £ | - |
| Boots | £ | £ |
| Snowboard | £ | £ |
| Superior Snowboard | £ | - |
| Snowboard boots | £ | £ |
| Helmet | £ | £ |
the savings
When 2 adults pre-book superior skis and boots, 1 child up to and including 11 years receives FREE standard skis and boots.
FREE lift pass for children under 5s & over 74s (covers La Rosière only, not La Thuile).