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Courmayeur

Aosta Valley
1,224m
2,800

About Courmayeur

Courmayeur sits majestically at the foot of Mont Blanc, Europe's highest peak, making it one of the most prestigious mountain destinations in the Alps. This elegant resort town has been attracting mountaineers, skiers, and outdoor enthusiasts for over two centuries. Unlike its Swiss counterpart Chamonix, Courmayeur maintains a distinctly Italian character with excellent cuisine, stylish boutiques, and a more relaxed atmosphere. The town serves as the Italian gateway to the Mont Blanc massif, offering access to some of the most spectacular high-altitude hiking and mountaineering routes in Europe.

Highlights

Gateway to Mont Blanc massif
Exclusive alpine resort atmosphere
World-class mountaineering heritage
Skyway Monte Bianco cable car
Italian Alps cuisine and culture
Access to Tour du Mont Blanc

Nearby Trails

Tour du Mont Blanc

Challenging
Cable car access

Val Ferret

Moderate
15 min by bus

Skyway Monte Bianco

Easy
Cable car access

Rifugio Bertone

Moderate
Cable car + 1h hike

Quick Facts

Languages:Italian, French
Best Time:June-September for hiking, December-April for skiing
Currency:Euro (€)

Transportation

Train Connections:

  • Milan (3.5h by bus)
  • Turin (2.5h by bus)
  • Geneva (2h by car)
  • Chamonix (30 min by bus)

Local Transport:

Local buses to cable cars and trailheads, shuttle to Chamonix

Where to Stay

Luxury

Mid-Range

Budget

Where to Eat

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Fine dining French-Italian

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Traditional Aosta Valley

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Mountain cuisine

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Historic restaurant

Cultural Attractions

Skyway Monte Bianco cable car
Alpine Museum
Church of San Pantaleone
Via Roma shopping district
Mont Blanc Tunnel entrance

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