Cervinia Ski Resort

Cervinia ski resort sits at the foot of the Matterhorn in Italy’s Aosta Valley, and at 2,050m it’s one of the highest villages in the Alps. That height is the secret to its reputation as Italy’s most snow-sure resort, and it’s long been a favourite with British skiers. The village has a lively high street of cafés, bars and restaurants, and the lifts are only a short walk from most hotels, which makes it a relaxed, easy base for families.

Cervinia’s 160km of mostly blue and red pistes are ideal for beginners, improvers and intermediates, with wide, well-groomed runs and some of the longest cruising in the Alps. Link up with Zermatt and the area grows to 360km, adding more varied terrain, the Matterhorn Glacier Paradise and some incredible off-piste.

After a day on the slopes, our experts particularly recommend Hotel Punta Maquignaz for its champagne bar, La Champagnerie du Cervin, or Sertorelli Sporthotel for its position right in the heart of the resort. Our ski experts are here to help you find the perfect Cervinia ski package. Contact our team or browse our latest ski deals to start your Cervinia skiing adventure.

Cervinia: Core Highlights & Key Advantages

Italy's Most Snow-Sure Resort

With the village at 2,050m and skiing up to 3,480m, Cervinia is virtually guaranteed snow from early December to late April, backed up by snow-making on the lower slopes.

Ski Across to Zermatt

A day trip over the border takes you to the Swiss side of the Matterhorn and opens up a combined area of 360km, with glacier skiing and views few resorts can match.

Wide, Confidence-Building Pistes

With the majority of the pistes blue and red, Cervinia is made for beginners and intermediates to cruise, and guests often say the reds ski more like blues.

Great Value, Italian Style

From hearty mountain lunches to pizza in the village, Cervinia is known for good-value eating and drinking, and for a friendly welcome from the locals.

Cervinia Transfer Time

Turin
Map Marker 2h 0m

Best For...

  • Border skiing
  • Families
  • High-altitude skiing
  • Snow sure conditions
WHAT OUR EXPERTS SAY

You get the Matterhorn from the Italian side, with the option to ski across to Zermatt for the day, but with Italian prices, pizza and a much more relaxed feel. It's a brilliant choice if you want guaranteed snow without the fuss.

James Nutt
James N
Account Manager

Resort Statistics

  • Resort Altitude 2,050m
  • Skiing Altitude 3,480m
  • Total Ski Area 160km
  • Lifts 19

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Cervinia Ski Accommodation

Our collection of Cervinia ski accommodation has been hand-picked by our ski experts. Whether you’re looking for a luxury escape, a boutique hotel or something suitable for the whole family, our experts would be delighted to help you find the perfect accommodation for your ski holiday.

Ski accommodation
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Ski Areas in Cervinia

Ski Areas in Cervinia

Cervinia is one of the highest ski resorts in the Alps, with a village height of 2,050m and a ski area that rises to 3,480m.

  • Via the Zermatt link, the area reaches 3,883m at the Matterhorn Glacier Paradise
  • Snow is virtually guaranteed from early December until late April, despite many slopes having a southerly exposure
  • Snow-making helps ensure season-long snow cover on the lower slopes
  • The areas and runs are well connected, with a high quality lift system and some lifts with heated seats and hoods
  • Queues are rare, even in busy weeks
Skiing in Cervinia

Skiing in Cervinia

Cervinia ski resort is best suited to beginners and intermediates and is a great place to learn to ski or simply cruise on well-groomed pistes.

  • The majority of the pistes are blue and red, with long, wide runs ideal for building confidence
  • Advanced skiers will need to do a little detective work to find suitable challenges, though off-piste is excellent when conditions allow
  • Day trips to Zermatt are fun, but allow plenty of time, since getting stranded on the Swiss side overnight can be expensive
  • On clear days, the views of the Matterhorn, from both the Italian and Swiss sides, are unforgettable
  • The Cervinia and Zermatt link opens up 360km of pistes in total
Cervinia Ski Weekends
Snowboarding in Cervinia

Snowboarding in Cervinia

Cervinia is a great place to learn to snowboard, with plenty of blue and red runs and good snow conditions.

  • Wide, rolling pistes suit beginner and intermediate boarders
  • The IndianPark snowpark, in Plan Maison, has a freestyle area of nine acres with rails, kickers, music and a big air
  • Links over to Zermatt give more expert boarders extra terrain to explore
  • High altitude helps keep the snow in good condition through the season

James' Top Runs

Ventina

This is my pick for a long, easy cruise. It’s a 7km blue that flows from Plateau Rosa all the way down to Cervinia, and it never gets old.


Red 8

I love this one for the Matterhorn views. It’s a thrilling descent and a great one to take your time on.


Matterhorn Glacier Paradise to Valtournenche (Red)

If you want a day to remember, I’d head up to the Matterhorn Glacier Paradise and ski all the way down to Valtournenche. At around 22km, it’s one of the longest runs in Europe, crossing from Switzerland back into Italy on the way down.

Ski Schools in Cervinia

Ski Schools in Cervinia

Cervinia ski holidays offer lessons for all abilities, from first-time skiers to those refining their technique. Book your ski lessons early during peak weeks to secure your preferred instructor.

Sustainable Choice

From implementing more efficient chair lifts to the use of solar panels throughout the resort, Cervinia has a number of initiatives in place to use renewable energy and reduce its carbon footprint.

Creches in Cervinia

Crèches in Cervinia

Families are well catered for in Cervinia, with childcare and children’s lessons available in resort.

  • Scuola di Sci del Cervino runs a ‘mini-club’ for children, combining skiing with sledging and afternoon fun in the snow
  • Other ski schools offer private and group lessons for children, and supervised lunches are available too
  • Information on babysitting is available from the tourist office, or speak to our client services team to plan in advance
Hotel Meuble Gorret apres ski in Cervinia ski resort in Italy

Restaurants in Cervinia

Cervinia has plenty of welcoming restaurants, from good-value pizza to gourmet dining.

  • La Chandelle, at the five-star Hotel Hermitage, has a stylish dining room serving fresh international cuisine, with an extensive wine list and even an olive oil menu
  • Al Solito Posto serves some of the best pizzas if you’re after something authentic and Italian
  • On the slopes, Chalet Etoile is a brilliant mountain eatery if you’re looking for something special
Après Ski in Cervinia

Après Ski in Cervinia

Cervinia has some great après options, and the evenings are lively without being rowdy.

  • La Champagnerie du Cervin, at Hotel Punta Maquignaz, is the perfect spot for a relaxed evening, with champagne, Italian wines and cocktails
  • Yeti Bar, near the Cretaz chairlift, has a happy hour and snowsports films on the big screen
  • Lino’s Bar serves delicious pizza, with regular karaoke evenings
Best Après Ski in Cervinia
Non-Skiers Cervinia

Non-Skiers

Many Italian winter visitors come to Cervinia to worship the sun more than the snow, so non-skiers won’t feel alone.

  • There are plenty of great restaurants around the village, on the lower slopes and around Plan Maison, where non-skiers can meet skiing and boarding friends for lunch
  • A walk to the Blue Lake is a favourite for a no-ski day
  • Excursions to the market town of Aosta and elsewhere in the Aosta Valley are also possible
Top Things To Do in Cervinia

Our Take: Is Cervinia Right For You?

Great Choice If…
Consider Alternatives If…
  • You want reliable, high-altitude snow from early December to late April
  • You’re a beginner, improver or intermediate who loves long, wide, well-groomed pistes
  • You’d like to ski across to Zermatt and see the Matterhorn from both sides
  • You’re an advanced skier looking for challenging terrain on every day of your holiday
  • You want tree-lined runs for bad-weather days, as Cervinia sits above the treeline
  • You want a big, late-night après scene rather than a lively but relaxed evening

Map of Cervinia

Cervinia Ski Holiday FAQs

Cervinia is a ski resort in the Aosta Valley in north-west Italy, at the foot of the Matterhorn. It shares its ski area with the Swiss resort of Zermatt, so you can ski between the two countries.

Cervinia village sits at 2,050m, with skiing up to 3,480m, or as high as 3,820m on an excursion into Zermatt’s terrain.

Cervinia is a lively, welcoming village with a busy high street of cafés, bars and restaurants. Most hotels are a short walk from the lifts, and guests often describe it as authentically Alpine without being over the top, with a friendly, relaxed feel.

Thanks to its height, snow is virtually guaranteed in Cervinia from early December until late April, with snow-making on the lower slopes and glacier terrain at altitude.

Yes. There are plenty of restaurants in the village and on the lower slopes where non-skiers can meet skiing friends for lunch, and walks such as the one to the Blue Lake are popular on no-ski days. Excursions to Aosta are also possible.

Cervinia is around 2 hours from Turin airport.

Yes. With mostly blue and red runs, mixed-ability groups can ski together easily, while stronger skiers can head over to Zermatt for variety. Hotels and self-catered apartments suit groups of different sizes, and the evenings are lively without being rowdy.

Cervinia is known more for hotels and apartments than traditional chalets, and our collection is hotel-led. Our experts can talk you through the chalet and chalet-style options in resort, depending on your group size and budget.

Yes, Cervinia has a number of hotels and apartments with ski-in/ski-out access, and many of the others are only a short walk from the lifts. Our experts can confirm the exact access for each property and point you towards the best fit.

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