Bardonecchia Overview
With a highest lift reaching 2765m, Bardonecchia offers 100 km of great skiing. There are a good number of red and blue runs in Bardonecchia, a great lift system, and extensive snow making facilities. The town dates back to before the 10th century and local shops line the cobbled streets of its lovely historic centre. There are plenty of après ski activities to entertain students in the evening and Bardonecchia boasts one of the best snow parks in Europe, made for the 2006 Winter Olympics there are plenty of big air jumps and pipes.
Km of skiable area
100km
Number of runs
16
18
5
Number of lifts
22
Nearest hospital
5km
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Bardonecchia Accommodation
Hotel Villaggio Olimpico
Location: Bardonecchia
Capacity: 310
Situated in Bardonecchia, only 250m from the lifts at Campo Smith. This is a large hotel which is superbly equipped with lots of in-house entertainment for groups. The accommodation is modern and has extensive facilities as it was used to house athletes for the 2006 Turin Olympics. You are also just a short walk from the traditional market town of Bardonecchia. A great choice and well recommended!
Rooms: 310 rooms, all bright and spacious, and all have en-suite facilities.
Facilities: Two dining rooms with buffet service, reception area, Internet zone with Wi-Fi access, common rooms, games room ( with billiards, table football, ping-pong, golf simulator and PS3), lounge with Sky TV, theatre, wellness centre for teachers at a charge including a swimming pool, sauna, Turkish bath and whirlpool.
Bardonecchia Après Ski
Bowling at the Golden Bowl
Subject range: Physical Education
What you’ll experience: Bowling is always popular as an apres ski activity – great fun for your students.
Select says: This bowling alley has 12 lanes.
Sports Hall - Bardonecchia
Subject range: Physical Education
What you’ll experience: There are a variety of activities available at the sports hall including a 5-a-side football pitch, tennis and volleyball courts, table-tennis, table-football, and an indoor climbing wall.
Select says: 25 students maximum in each hall.
Swimming - Bardonecchia
Subject range:
What you’ll experience: Swimming is a great activity for relaxing and tired muscles after a hard day of skiing!
Select says: Easily reached as located within Bardonecchia.
Ice Skating - Bardonecchia
Subject range: Winter Sports
What you’ll experience: Always a popular activity with school groups, this natural rink beside the slopes is an ideal way to unwind with the beautiful backdrop of the winter snowscape.
Select says: A must do winter activity!
Snowshoeing
Subject range: Winter Sports, Physical Education
What you’ll experience: Sometimes slowing down the pace is the best way to truly explore! Snowshoeing is a great activity that allows groups of all ages and abilities to enjoy the miles of snowshoe trails with scenic hideaways and pristine alpine terrain.
Select says: Available in Marilleva, so is local to the accommodation and easily accessible. Snowshoes available for hire.
Pizza Evening
Subject range: Cultural
What you’ll experience: Enjoy a night out and pizza! A great opportunity for your group to socialise and enjoy a classic Italian meal after a day on the slopes.
Select says: Sampling authentic Italian pizza is an essential night out for groups travelling to Italy and the Italian borders! The meal includes a soft drink and ice cream for dessert.
Bardonecchia Resort Facts
| Resort height | 1312 m |
| Highest lift | 2750 m |
| Vertical drop | 1500 m |
| Total km of piste | 100 km |
| Total no of ski runs | 39 |
| Blue | 16 |
| Red | 18 |
| Black | 5 |
| Total no of lifts | 23 |
| Gondolas/cable cars | 1 |
| Chair lifts | 9 |
| Drag lifts | 11 |
| Magic carpets | 2 |
| Longest run | 6.4 km |
| Lift pass covers | Bardonecchia – Colomion and Jafferau |
| Glacier | No |
| Snowboarding facilities | Snowpark and half pipe in Melezet |
| Snow making | 137 cannons |
| Transfer time by air | Turin – 1.5hrs, Milan – 3hrs, Chambery – 2.5hrs |
| Transfer time by coach | Calais – 13hrs |
| Medical facilities | Medical centre on the outskirts of Bardonecchia |
| Nearest hospital | Bardonecchia |
