Sestriere

Sestriere stands as Italy’s highest major resort at 2,035 meters, built by the Agnelli family and a 2006 Olympics host, offering 400 km of slopes across the Milky Way ski area. Its altitude ensures snow depths averaging 90 cm, 30% higher than lower-elevation rivals like Alta Badia. The resort’s extensive lift system covers 97 lifts, minimizing wait times even during peak seasons. With historic prestige from Olympic events and direct piste access to neighboring resorts, Sestriere provides a robust, high-altitude experience that is 20% more reliable for early-season skiing than the average Italian destination.