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Practical info — Sestriere

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📍 Nearby

Sights nearby

💡 Tips

  • Consider upgrading to the full Via Lattea (Milky Way) pass if you want to ski across the border to France.
  • Dress in warm layers; the 2035m altitude guarantees snow but makes for bitterly cold mornings.
  • Confirm parking with your accommodation in advance, as public spots are very scarce in high season.
  • Take a look at the iconic cylindrical hotel towers built by the Agnelli family in the 1930s.
  • Hit the slopes midweek if possible, as weekends get very crowded with day-trippers from Turin.

🍽 Food

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Piedmontese Agnolotti

Try this meat-stuffed pasta found in traditional local trattorias around town.

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Polenta Concia

A rich, cheesy polenta dish served piping hot at mountain refuges on the slopes.

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Piedmont Wines

Enjoy a glass of regional Barolo or Barbera at the cozy wine bars in the center.

🛍 Shopping · 🧘 Quiet spots

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Via Louset Boutiques

Stroll down this street to shop for winter sports gear and stylish Italian alpine fashion.

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Local Delicatessens

Pick up regional Toma cheese and high-quality cured meats to take home.

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Lago Losetta

A small, easy on the eye lake near the edge of town, well-suited for a short and quiet stroll.

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Val Troncea Natural Park

A fantastic protected area nearby for cross-country skiing and escaping the alpine crowds.

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Sestriere sits on a sunny pass between the Chisone and Susa valleys in the Piedmontese Alps, very close to the French border. It is one of the world's first purpose-built ski resorts, envisioned in the early 1930s by FIAT founder Giovanni Agnelli. The town's skyline is dominated by its iconic cylindrical towers, which were originally designed as retreat housing for FIAT factory workers. Today, Sestriere is the hub of the vast 'Via Lattea' (Milky Way) ski area, providing over 400 kilometers of interconnected slopes that stretch across to France. The resort achieved global fame during the 2006 Turin Winter Olympics, hosting the majority of the alpine skiing events. Beyond the winter season, Sestriere is a premier high-altitude summer destination, boasting Europe's highest 18-hole golf course and world-class mountain biking trails.

Best time to visit & climate

The most pleasant time to visit is Jun–Aug.

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Avg °C-8-7-32611131394-1-6
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Geography

Population
838
Coordinates
44.95830, 6.88000

Facts

  • Sestriere is located on a mountain pass at an elevation of exactly 2,035 meters.
  • The distinctive cylindrical hotels were designed by the renowned architect Vittorio Bonadè Bottino.
  • The resort was the prestigious host of the Alpine Ski World Championships in 1997.
  • The ski area features one of the most technologically advanced artificial snow-making systems in the world.
  • Sestriere's 18-hole golf course was also commissioned by the Agnelli family in the 1930s.
  • The name Sestriere comes from the Latin for 'sixty miles', marking its distance from Turin.

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Sights in the town Sestriere (14)

Chiesa di Sant'Edoardo

Built in 1932, this church is dedicated to Edoardo Agnelli and features elegant mountain style.

Villaggio Olimpico

The Olympic Village built for the 2006 Winter Games, a symbol of modern Sestriere.

Via Lattea Ski Area

One of the world's largest ski areas, connecting Sestriere with several other resorts.

Monte Fraiteve

A mountain peak at 2,702 meters, serving as a key hub for skiers and hikers alike.

Golf Club Sestriere

One of the highest 18-hole golf courses in Europe, set in a striking Alpine landscape.

Obelisco di Sestriere

The Obelisco di Sestriere is a striking monument in the Italian city of the same name. It was erected to commemorate the opening of the historic Napoleonic road over the pass. On site, visitors are presented with an impressive monument set against the mountain backdrop of Sestriere.

Lago Losetta🌿 nature

This lake in Sestriere provides a peaceful environment for a relaxing walk.

Lago Fauri🌿 nature

A small lake near Sestriere that invites you for a quiet stay in the mountains.

Lago Nero🌿 nature

This mountain lake near Sestriere is a beautiful destination to enjoy the Alpine scenery.

Area Gioco Bimbi👨‍👩‍👧 family

This play area in Sestriere gives children variety during their mountain holiday.

Piscina Comunale👨‍👩‍👧 family

This swimming pool in Sestriere is a great place for family recreation and exercise.

Monte Sises📍 landmark

A prominent mountain peak near Sestriere, often a venue for skiing competitions.

Municipio di Sauze di Cesana📍 landmark

The town hall of the neighboring municipality of Sauze di Cesana in the Sestriere area.

San Restituto⛪ religious

Church of San Restituto in the Sestriere ski resort in the Alps.

Frequently asked questions

What is Sestriere known for?
As a modern ski resort in the Alps, part of the Vialattea (Milky Way) ski area.
When did the Olympics take place here?
Sestriere was one of the venues for the 2006 Winter Olympics in Turin.
How high is Sestriere located?
The municipality is located at a mountain pass altitude of 2,035 meters, making it one of the highest in Italy.
Are there activities in the summer?
Yes, golfing on Europe's highest 18-hole course, as well as hiking and mountain biking.
Who founded Sestriere?
The ski resort was built in the 1930s by the Agnelli family (Fiat) as a planned holiday destination.
Sestriere: where is it located?
Sestriere is located in Italy.
Sestriere: what is there to see?
Highlights include Chiesa di Sant'Edoardo, Villaggio Olimpico, Via Lattea Ski Area.
Sestriere: when is the best time to visit?
The most pleasant time to visit is Jun, Aug.
Sestriere: why is it worth visiting?
Sestriere sits on a sunny pass between the Chisone and Susa valleys in the Piedmontese Alps, very close to the French border.
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