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Imagine leaving your car in the city, hopping on a gondola and finding yourself 2,723 metres above sea level, surrounded by the Italian Alps, just half an hour later.<\/span><\/p>\n That’s part of what makes Pila such a special mountain destination. The resort is getting ready to welcome skiers back on Saturday 28 November 2026, with the slopes scheduled to remain open until Sunday 11 April 2027.<\/p>\n And there’s more: the gondola lifts connecting Aosta to Pila and Stella will continue running until 2 May 2027, giving visitors an extra three weeks to enjoy the mountains.<\/p>\n Here’s everything you need to know about the upcoming winter season, from opening dates and new facilities to activities worth trying even if skiing isn’t on your agenda.<\/p>\n Those extra three weeks after the ski season ends are ideal for anyone looking to experience Pila in spring. Whether it’s a mountain walk, a coffee in the sunshine or simply taking in the spectacular views of the surrounding 4,000-metre peaks, including Mont Blanc and Monte Rosa, there’s plenty of reason to head up.<\/p>\n One of Pila’s biggest advantages is how easy it is to reach.<\/p>\n The journey begins in Aosta, where the gondola’s lower station is just a 10-minute walk from the railway station or a 15-minute drive from the motorway exit.<\/p>\n Leave your car behind and head straight up the mountain, without having to worry about snowy roads or fitting snow chains.<\/p>\n The gondola first takes you to 1,800 metres, the heart of Pila, before continuing towards Stella di Pila at 2,723 metres.<\/p>\n The Pila\u2013Stella connection opened in December 2025, making the 2026\/2027 season its second winter in operation.<\/p>\n Pila offers 70 kilometres of ski runs served by 13 lifts, with plenty of terrain to explore.<\/p>\n For experienced skiers looking for a challenge, the Bellevue black run (No. 10) is one to add to the list.<\/p>\n At approximately 1.6 kilometres long, with a 450-metre vertical drop, it’s an officially approved competition slope suitable for all skiing disciplines.<\/p>\n You’ll find its starting point to the left of the Couis 2 lift’s upper station.<\/p>\n There’s plenty to do in Pila even if skiing isn’t your thing:<\/p>\n These activities are part of the Four Seasons Outdoor Experience project by the L’Espace de Pila Consortium, supported by the Italian Ministry of Tourism through the Montagna Italia initiative and developed in partnership with Aosta, Gressan and Charvensod.<\/p>\n So far, the project has added 185 km of trails and 44 themed experiences, many accessible to visitors with reduced mobility. Summer figures show revenue up 116% and visitor numbers up 86% compared with 2025.<\/p>\n From Stella’s terrace, you can look down over Aosta and admire Mont Blanc, the Matterhorn, Monte Rosa and Gran Paradiso.<\/p>\n The architecture is worth a look too. Designed by De Carlo Gualla, the station takes inspiration from the edelweiss flower and the compass rose, with large glass windows framing the mountain scenery.<\/p>\n For something to eat or drink, there’s the Panoramic Bistrot & Bar, serving a menu created by Skyway Monte Bianco.<\/p>\n Two mountain restaurants have been given a fresh new look.<\/p>\n Alpenwood (Chamol\u00e9). Built on the site of the former restaurant along the Del Bosco ski run, it serves local produce, charcoal-grilled dishes and pizza, with a wine cellar featuring over 200 labels. Saturday afternoons bring apr\u00e8s-ski and DJ sets to the terrace, while evening guests can arrive by snowcat for dinner. Wine tastings and special events are also on the calendar.<\/p>\n Designed by architect Paolo Venturotti, the building features three chalet-inspired structures, exposed timber and large windows overlooking the Matterhorn and Mont Blanc. It seats 150 guests indoors and over 150 on the terrace, with a 20 kWp solar power system and two heat pumps.<\/p>\n Hermitage (La Nouva). Completely refurbished, it’s a 15-minute walk (around 300 metres) from the Gorraz\u2013Grimod cable car’s upper station, near the La Nouva chairlift. A new 150 m\u00b2 panoramic dining room is available for lunches and events. The building is now more energy-efficient, while the menu continues to feature traditional Aosta Valley dishes.<\/p>\n For more dining options, see the Pila restaurant guide<\/a>.<\/p>\n Off-piste routes now feature new signs and information boards with geolocated maps and points of interest, particularly useful for first-time visitors.<\/p>\n Ski touring routes start from the Leiss\u00e9 car park, while snowshoeing trails begin at the Aosta gondola’s upper station. Downloadable GPS tracks are available for every route.<\/p>\n If you’d rather go with a guide, local mountain guides organise weekly excursions, including sunset and night-time outings.<\/p>\n Find out more about snowshoeing<\/a> and ski touring<\/a>.<\/p>\n Two updates that make things easier and more affordable:<\/p>\n The new 150,000 m\u00b3 reservoir will store rainwater and snowmelt when supplies are plentiful, reducing the need to draw water from streams during drier periods.<\/p>\n In winter, the stored water will be used to produce snow without additives, returning to the natural water cycle in spring. The aim is to support the ski season while protecting the mountain environment.<\/p>\n Construction is nearly complete, but the reservoir won’t be operational this winter.<\/p>\n For official updates, visit pila.it<\/a>.<\/p>\nPila Winter 2026\/2027: key dates<\/h3>\n
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From Aosta to Pila by cable car: the mountains just minutes from the city<\/h2>\n
Skiing in Pila: 70 km of slopes and 13 lifts<\/h3>\n
Beyond skiing: snowshoeing, snowparks and family fun<\/h3>\n
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Stella di Pila: panoramic views over Aosta and the Alps<\/h3>\n
Mountain dining: Alpenwood and Hermitage<\/h3>\n
Ski touring and snowshoeing: marked routes and downloadable maps<\/h3>\n
Mobile ski passes and unchanged season pass prices<\/h3>\n
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Leiss\u00e9 reservoir: a more sustainable future for Pila<\/h3>\n
Pila winter 2026\/2027 at a glance<\/h3>\n
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