Via Lattea Ski Area (Milky Way)

Sestriere is the epicentre of the vast Via Lattea ski domain, one of the largest interconnected ski areas in the world. It boasts approximately 400 km of pistes across multiple resorts including Sestriere, Sauze d'Oulx, Sansicario, Claviere, and Montgenèvre (France). The area offers an incredible diversity of runs: roughly 80 blue (easy), 120 red (intermediate), and 40 black (expert) slopes. Notable black runs include the 'Kandahar Banchetta' and 'Kandahar Slalom', legacies of the 2006 Turin Winter Olympics. Multiple snowparks, freestyle areas, and dedicated beginner zones are also available. The lift system is modern and efficient, minimizing wait times and maximizing ski time. Daily lift pass prices range from €45-€60 depending on the season and duration. Snow conditions are generally excellent from early December to late April due to high altitude and extensive snowmaking capabilities.