La Rosiere is a ski resort in the Savoie region of the French Alps, set in the Tarentaise Valley close to the Italian border.
La Rosiere’s village has an altitude of 1,850 meters (6,069 ft), while its ski area reaches up to around 2,800 to 2,891 meters.
Yes, La Rosiere is part of the Espace San Bernardo ski area, which links directly with La Thuile in Italy through the Little St. Bernard Pass.
The ski season in La Rosiere usually runs from mid-December to late April. It has a favorable location and is a great choice for skiing.
Yes, La Rosiere is considered very snow-sure. It’s actually known as the snowiest resort in the Tarentaise valley, with an average of about 7 meters of snowfall each year.
You can reach La Rosiere from Geneva, Lyon, Grenoble, or Chambery airports. The most common way is by booking a transfer (private or shared shuttle) or by renting a car and driving via Albertville and Bourg-Saint-Maurice. Another option is to take a train to Bourg-Saint-Maurice, the nearest station, and then continue by local bus or taxi up to the resort.
Yes, AlpNav offers both shared and private transfers to La Rosiere. You can choose a cost-effective shared transfer with multiple drop-off points or a private, with standard or premium vehicles.
Transfers to La Rosiere take around 3 hours from Geneva, 3 hours 30 minutes to 4 hours from Lyon and Grenoble, and about 2 hours to 2 hours 30 minutes from Chambery. Other airports such as Turin can also be used, though the journey is usually longer. These travel times can vary during peak season due to traffic and road conditions.
Yes, La Rosiere is great for beginners and families. It has gentle, wide slopes for learning, special beginner areas, and childcare facilities. The resort has the Famille Plus Montagne label for its family-friendly services, and there are plenty of activities off the slopes too, like a toboggan run, bowling, and ice-skating.
Yes, La Rosiere has several ski schools with English-speaking instructors, including ESF, Oxygene Ski School, and local schools.
Yes, La Rosiere offers plenty of ski-in/ski-out accommodations, including hotels, apartments, and chalets. These properties provide direct access to the slopes and the wider ski area that connects to Italy’s La Thuile, with options available to suit different group sizes and preferences.
La Rosiere offers a variety of ski terrain across its slopes, including wide, sunny pistes, tree-lined runs, and open alpine bowls. The area features groomed runs, off-piste sections, and some steeper descents, along with gentle linking slopes that connect different sectors.
Yes, La Rosiere is great for intermediate and advanced skiers. Its connection to Italy’s La Thuile through the Espace San Bernardo ski area offers challenging terrain, including steep slopes, off-piste routes, and freeride zones, while intermediates can enjoy blue and red runs throughout the resort.
Yes, La Rosiere offers off-piste opportunities, including ungroomed slopes, tree runs, and alpine bowls. It’s recommended to check avalanche conditions and consider hiring a local guide for safety, as the terrain can be steep and variable.
In La Rosiere, apres-ski offers something for everyone, from lively bars with DJs and live music to more relaxed spots for a drink by the fire or a spa visit. You can also enjoy activities like bowling, ice skating, and the X-treme Luge track, or try snowshoeing, dog sledding, and even heli-skiing for a more adventurous experience.
Yes, you can rent ski and snowboard equipment in La Rosiere from several shops located throughout the resort, including the village center and Les Eucherts area.
Yes, La Rosiere features freestyle areas, including the Poletta Snowpark, which has different lines and obstacles suitable for all skill levels, along with a mini boardercross course for younger skiers. The resort also offers freestyle courses through local ski schools.
Yes, La Rosiere offers many non-ski activities, including snowshoeing, ice skating, sledging, dog sledding, and spa relaxation in winter, and hiking, mountain biking, paragliding, and via ferrata in summer. Cultural events and family-friendly activities are also available all year.
Yes, La Rosiere has plenty of restaurants, bars, and shops, especially in the Les Eucherts area. You can find traditional Savoyard cuisine, international dining, apres-ski bars, grocery stores, and local food producers all within the resort.
Yes, La Rosiere is ideal for cross-border skiing into Italy, as it connects with La Thuile via the Espace San Bernardo ski area. With a single ski pass, you can explore over 150 kilometers of slopes and enjoy both French and Italian dining right on the mountain.
