This summer, Vialattea is delighted to announce the reopening of three of its ski lifts – one in Sestriere and two in Sauze d'Oulx - with the aim of enriching its tourist offering by allowing visitors to enjoy the slopes year-round. With activities including hiking, trekking, biking and golfing to look forward to, there's something for everyone to enjoy in the mountains of Vialattea this summer. 

Explore on two wheels with the help of bike-friendly lifts... 

Vialattea's lifts are bike-friendly, making this the perfect destination for cyclists looking to explore the Italian Alps during summer. Equipped with bike extension kits and with bike corners set up near the lift departure stations offering essential facilities for mountain bikers, it has never been easier to take to the slopes on two wheels. Vialattea's meticulously designed cycling routes cater to both adrenaline seekers and leisurely riders seeking high-altitude excursions, with varied difficulty levels to choose from catering to all abilities. Cycling fanatics visiting Sestriere this summer will also be able to enjoy a piece of the Tour de France action as the world-renowned race passes over the Colle del Sestriere on 02 July, bringing an extra dose of excitement to the area. 

Discover Vialattea's extensive network of hiking trails... 

Offering an extensive network of hiking trails across its slopes, there is no better way to immerse in Vialattea's natural setting than by heading out to explore the mountains on foot. Ranging from leisurely walks to more challenging routes, visitors can traverse a variety of scenic paths through stunning landscapes, spanning elevations from 1,000 to 3,000 metres. Tailored itineraries can be arranged to cater to every adventure, with walking guides on hand for guests who want a little extra support as they navigate through the Italian countryside and discover unique Alpine flora and fauna.  

Practice golf swings at one of Europe's highest mountain golf courses... 

Sitting at a height of 2,035 metres, Sestrieres Golf Club is one of Europe's most picturesque and highest mountain golf courses, with an 18-hole par 65 course promising the ultimate challenge for professionals and amateurs alike. Having opened its doors in 1932, the Sestriere Golf Club has hosted a wealth of national and international competitions, and is renowned for its seasonal transformation, shifting from a snowy playground for skiers in winter to a vibrant green sanctuary for golfers in summer. 

Vialattea summer tickets 

Guests can purchase a range of ticket types depending on their requirements, with single lift rides available from GBP 11 per person, and multi-day passes starting from GBP 47 for a two-day pass. For more information and to view the full range of tickets, please visit the Vialattea website. 

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Notes to Editors 

Opening dates for the ski lifts are as below: 

• Sestrieres Fraiteve Gondola: 13-14, 20-21, 27-28 July, 03-25 August, and 31 August to 01 September 
• Sportinia Chairlift: 13-14, 20-21 July, and 27 July to 25 August 
• Rocce Nere Chairlift: 03-25 August 

About Vialattea  

Vialattea is among Europe's largest international ski resorts, comprising of 7 distinct Italian resorts located in the Piedmont region: Sestriere, Sauze d'Oulx, Sansicario, Cesana, Claviere, Pragelato, Oulx and the French resort of Montgenèvre. With its highest point at 2,800m and a total of 400km of skiable area across 250 slopes, Vialattea caters to skiers and snowboarders of all abilities, with ample area for beginners to find their feet, while also being home to a high number of red runs for intermediate skiers, and allowing expert skiers to follow the tracks of great champions. Notably, Vialattea has hosted a number of prestigious sporting events over the years, including the 2006 Turin Winter Olympics.  

The resort's nearest airport is Turin Caselle, but it is also well connected to Milan Malpensa, Milan Linate and Genoa City Airport, as well as being easily accessible by road and rail.  

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