Courmayeur piste map
Located on the Italian side of the Mont Blanc massif, Courmayeur is one of the most scenic ski resorts in the Alps, offering a mix of 100 km of pistes and extensive off-piste terrain. The ski area is spread across two main sectors (Chécrouit and Val Vény) each with a distinct terrain profile and orientation. Known for its sunny slopes, tree-lined descents and panoramic views of Mont Blanc, Courmayeur combines traditional alpine charm with modern lift infrastructure. The ski area reaches up to 2,755 m at Cresta d’Arp, offering strong vertical skiing and access to renowned freeride routes such as Toula and Vallée Blanche.
Below you can download the latest Courmayeur piste maps to help you understand how the different sectors of the ski area connect. Further down the page, you’ll also find helpful information about the best ski pistes in Courmayeur, along with an overview of the main lift systems serving the resort.
Courmayeur ski area map
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Courmayeur ski area
The Courmayeur ski area spreads across two distinct mountain sides. The Chécrouit sector, which is south-facing, and the Val Vény sector, on the north-facing side, which is quieter and more sheltered, with colder snow conditions and tree-lined runs. Below you can view and download the piste maps for each sector individually.
The Chécrouit sector is the main skiing area of Courmayeur, located above the resort and accessed via the primary lift system. This side of the mountain is known for its wide, open slopes with direct views of Mont Blanc, a mix of red and blue pistes suitable for most skiers and key lift hubs such as Plan Chécrouit and Maison Vieille.
Courmayeur-Val Vény ski area map
The Val Vény sector offers a quieter and more natural skiing experience, located on the opposite side of the mountain. This area is characterised by tree-lined slopes and more sheltered terrain, excellent snow preservation and access to freeride routes and less crowded pistes.
The Courmayeur ski area provides strong vertical skiing, with long descents running from Cresta d’Arp (2,755 m) down to Dolonne (1,210 m). Although more compact than some of the larger Alpine ski domains, Courmayeur stands out for its scenic skiing beneath the Mont Blanc massif, the quality of its red runs, easy access to world-class freeride terrain, and a well-balanced mix of groomed pistes and off-piste itineraries.
Courmayeur Mont Blanc ski area overview
- Skiable terrain: 100 km
- Number of pistes: 33
- Types of pistes: 11 blue, 17 red, 5 black
- Base elevation: 1,224 m
- Highest lift: 2,755 m
- Vertical drop: approx. 1,545 m
- Longest run: Arp to Dolonne
Courmayeur's main ski sectors by ability
- To beginner skiers Courmayeur offers a limited but well-designed selection of ski terrain, mainly located around the mid-mountain. Lazey is one of the most accessible blue runs, offering gentle gradients and smooth terrain, ideal for progression.
- Intermediate skiers will find the best terrain across both sectors, with long and scenic red and blue runs. Maison Vieille is a classic red piste offering flowing turns and panoramic views. Rocce Bianche provides a quieter and more relaxed descent, while Col Checrouit to Zerotta allows for long top-to-bottom skiing across the mountain.
- Advanced and experienced skiers can explore steeper terrain and some of the best freeride routes in the Alps. Arp provides access to high-altitude descents and ungroomed terrain, while Diretta offers a steep and technical challenge. For off-piste skiing, Courmayeur is a gateway to legendary routes such as: Toula Glacier and Vallée Blanche (towards Chamonix).
Courmayeur lift system
The Courmayeur ski area is served by a network of 18 modern ski-lifts connecting both Chécrouit and Val Vény sectors efficiently.
Lift types include:
- 4 cable cars
- 2 gondolas
- 8 chairlifts
- 3 drag lifts
- 1 magic carpet
Lifts practical considerations
- Courmayeur & Dolonne cable cars: The main access points from the valley floor connect the town to the Chécrouit sector, allowing rapid access to mid-mountain skiing.
- Val Vény access lifts: Cable cars and chairlifts provide access to the Val Vény side, linking both sectors and enabling full-area exploration.
- Arp & Youla lifts: These lifts provide access to the highest points of the ski area and are key gateways to: long vertical descents, freeride terrain and off-piste itineraries
- Skyway Monte Bianco (freeride access): The Skyway Monte Bianco lift system connects Courmayeur to high-altitude terrain up to 3,462 m, providing access to legendary off-piste routes such as Toula and Vallée Blanche.