Montgenèvre Reviews

A beautiful and promising resort 15 years ago, but one that has completely failed to live up to its potential. Aging ski lifts, a Milky Way connection with no improvements in over 10 years, subpar pedestrian facilities, and inadequate access between the upper and lower parts of the village. Insufficient dining options (thank goodness for the Italian restaurants...).

• Beautiful ski area
• Beautiful estate, very poorly managed

The resort is still pleasant, but could very quickly become (or even has already become) frankly unsuitable for intermediate and expert skiers because of the overall slowness of the lifts (special mention on the Mont de la Lune side).

• To save energy, most of the ski lifts, especially on the Italian side, are extremely slow! You push your time on the lifts, especially since the slopes are quite fast to descend.

I've been coming here for over 15 years, but the resort isn't improving. They've increased the number of accommodations and changed the chairlifts, but without adding any new runs... which means the ski area is overcrowded. It's a shame... this resort is becoming less attractive year after year, with lift pass prices increasing significantly annually. Overrated resort!

• Too crowded. The resort's capacity is inadequate given the significant increase in accommodations in recent years. The slopes are overcrowded and not long enough. It feels like all you do is connect one chairlift to another.

I've been coming here for 50 years now, I feel at home here and never get tired of it.

High altitude, April skiing, sunshine, good snow making facilities, family. But, limited apres and restaurants opened too late for our kids, so we mainly ate in our lovely apart-hotel

• High altitude, April skiing, sunshine, good snow making facilities, family friendly
• limited apres

The resort is often snow-covered and sunny (Southern Alps). The slopes are varied, though perhaps a little flat. Apart from the recent and fast lift up Rocher de l'Aigle, the first descent on the Italian side is beautiful, but be aware that the return trip can be time-sensitive and a bit tedious. Many of the lifts are fixed, so they are slow.

• High-altitude resort (1650m-3000m), therefore often snow-covered, varied slopes, possibility of going to Italy (Milky Way)
• All parking is paid, and the old lifts are slow.

The limited hotel options are a drawback. It's a family-friendly resort, but it lacks a proper children's pool. The lift opening hours could be extended, or at least better synchronized with the day's opening. However, the piste grooming is top-notch. The connection to the Milky Way ski area is a huge plus, although you have to be very careful about your return time. Off-piste enthusiasts will find plenty to enjoy :)

• A large ski area connected to the Milky Way, with a wide range of off-piste options.
• Few hotels, ski lifts opening unsynchronized,

See above

• We've been frequenting the resort for years, both in winter and summer. It's an excellent compromise for skiing on two sides and the possibility of connecting to Italy. The slopes range from green to black, and the latter are worth tackling when they're open.
• few refreshments on the ski slopes

Connected to the Milky Way but outside the Italian border, it offers skiing on four sides, with diverse slopes, views, and lifts, well-connected with sometimes even fun sections. Snowboarding and skiing must coexist, sometimes with extensive runs, sometimes a little more risky. The French are wild and carnival-like, many Italians, and fewer foreigners. The refreshment and relaxation areas are good for all ages. It's pointless to talk about costs; those who go skiing aren't poor, and Mongi isn't among the most expensive for what it offers. Worth a try!

• varied slopes, good snow, views and no stress
• inconvenient or insufficient parking

Skiing in Montgenèvre is always wonderful. The slopes aren't difficult, but the day is relaxing. It's enjoyable from start to finish.

• Mingi Vero is always a guarantee for the way the slopes are maintained and for the snow cover
• Catering not always top notch