Located high on the Sunny Balcony of the Italian Alps, with amazing Après and an expanse of scenic tree-lined routes stretching across the Milky Way, Sauze d'Oulx offers the ideal winter retreat to the slopes for every level of skier. Spend your days exploring the blanketed piste and your nights tasting some authentic Italian cuisine or supping a cocktail in a lively bar.
Located high on the sunny balcony of the Susa Valley and surrounded by the neighbouring slopes of the Milky Way, this lively alpine village makes for the perfect retreat to the Italian Alps. The famous après-ski culture alongside fantastic skiing conditions sees all levels of skiers and boarders returning here year after year.
Just an hour's transfer from Turin airport, the ease of travel to the resort means skiers can be out on the slopes soon after they touch down. Ski buses run regularly through the town making it a breeze to get around so the mountain won't daunt first-timers before getting to grips with their skis.
The town is small and spread out with the main resort centre accommodating the lively après-ski and the old town's cobbled streets emanating some authentic Italian culture. Abound with traditional Italian cuisine, the foodies of the group will appreciate the many gastronomic delights, from casual pizzerias and spaghetti houses to rustic Italian cuisine. With a range of shops from clothing boutiques to traditional Italian grocers and other activities such as ice-skating, snowshoe excursions and even a cinema there's a wide variety of entertainment to enjoy.
No longer the Ibiza on the slopes that it was branded in the 70s, the town now has a more refined feel and has been able to maintain its party atmosphere with a wider clientele. Keen young skiers, families and Italian weekenders head to Sauze for the wide variety of activities available on and off the slopes.
The variety and expanse of well-groomed terrain to explore is extended with the Milky Way area lift pass giving you access to a huge network of slopes. You can even take a trip over the border to the French resort of Montgenevre.
The nearest airport to Sauze d'Oulx is Milan at 229 km or about ? by car
The nearest ski resorts to Sauze d'Oulx include Milky Way, Claviere, Montgenevre, Pragelato, Sansicario and Sestriere.
In true Italian style, the Italian Alps is enriched by gastronomic delights. Family-friendly pizza parlours such as La Griglia and typically Italian spaghetti houses make for a casual evening meal of delicious food. Sugo's is an absolute must with delicious spaghetti dishes at excellent value. If you're looking for some rustic Italian charm, stroll along the cobbled streets of the old town. Much classy ierthan the modern centre, the old town has several authentic restaurants offering a more sophisticated feel. L'Ortiche is an exceptional restaurant, and another refined atmosphere is found at the Il Lampino wine bar - this rustic setting is perfect for a relaxed evening in a cosy ambience.
IL Cantun Del Barbabuc Nestled in the charming old town of Sauze D’Oulx this authentic Italian restaurant offers a unique and sophisticated dining experience with warm and friendly service form local owners Stefania and Luca. Dishes are of typical Piemonte cuisine and wines are chosen from some of the best in the region. The cosy ambience is perfect for a romantic evening or a relaxed meal with the family. End your meal with a local taste of grappa or a selection of liqueurs in true Italian dining style.
Infamously known as the best resort for après ski in the Italian Alps, there's something for everyone here, from chilled-out cocktail bars to cosy balcony cafés and lively party places. Having disposed of its previous branding as the Ibiza on the slopes, the resort has a much more refined feel, whilst maintaining the dynamic après atmosphere.The modern resort centre is where the liveliest après occur: ski down the home run to Sportina and head straight from the slopes to Capanna Mollino, a slope-side bar that's perfect for a sunny pint. When your ski boots are off, head to Miravelle bar for a crepe and some causal drinks before going over to Moncrons for cocktails and a relaxed atmosphere. New Cotton Club is one of the most popular bars in town - drink and mingle the night away with some live music or party on into the early hours at Ghost.
The Cotton Club The Cotton Club is one of Sauze D’oulx most popular bars in the centre of the lively resort. You can come straight off the slopes to enjoy an après-ski pint, relax with friends in our lounge area and play some pool and party in to the night with live music and DJ’s. Drinks offers, fun staff and a vibrant atmosphere make for a great time drinking and dancing the night away.
Paddy McGinty's Sauze d’Oulx’s Original Irish pub, Paddy McGinty's first opened its doors in 1997. The interior was constructed in Ireland and was then shipped to Italy which gives it that authentic feel. It has always been a lively bar, well known for its party atmosphere and high quality of international food dishes (bar menu is served from 8am till late). During the week we show the major sports events - we have live music during après 3 times a week and also 1 evening with a resident DJ. Our quiz night & karaoke nights are very popular too! Open 8am - 2am.
Non-skiers are well-catered for many activities such as ice-skating, snowshoe excursions through the woods and some tour operators organising trip to watch Ac Milan football matches.
Taxi Garofalo for Sauze You can enjoy winter quad bike trips through the snow with Taxi Garafolo. Take a thrilling ride through the Valley with a professional guide. You will pass beautiful scenery and experience the mountain in a unique and thrilling way. All drivers need a license and all equipment is provided by the company.
Benessere La Torre For a touch of luxury you can indulge in a calming treatment at this tranquil spa. The spa has a number of relaxation rooms which offer the perfect place to wind-down after a long day on the slopes, and a quiet retreat for the non-skiers wanting a day of relaxation. Soothe away the aches and pains with a massage or rest in the Jacuzzi to a background of calming music.
Taxi Garofalo Enjoy a thrilling quad bike ride through the valley with Garofalo Taxi. All tours are led by professional guides and take you to stunning view points along the mountain where you will pass beautiful scenery. All equipment is provided by the company and drivers will need a valid license.
This lovely ski resort is located in the Italian Apls and holds proud tradition and heritage. With the mountains and the valleys, the local produce and the local delicacies - there is so much natural beauty that the resort has to offer. There are more than thirty shops in Sauze, which is a better tally than the ski area average. These shops cover all your essentials and more ! There are more than a dozen ski hire and sports shops in the area. For gifts and souvenirs Il Dahu, L’Argurensie and Arnica are great In resort there is a laundromat, newsagent, tobacconist, craftsmen and artisan woodworkers. There are also plenty of shops for home decor, gifts, food and groceries.
Italian fashion outlets abound, with Clataud Sport winning the Armani franchise for the village.
The weekly market is particularly good, selling a wide range of local goods and products from further afield.
Sauze Online - Equipment hire For 15% discount on rental equipment contact sauzeonline, your online guide to Sauze d'Oulx
Ski In Italy - Independent Ski Travel prebook & pay in resort discounted excellent ski/snowboard hire.Don't be fooled by hyped up prices promising from 15% to 50% discount just to get your money & business.Prebook, no obligation, get to resort see the equipment then pay. Credit cards accepted directly by supplier. Christine@skiinitaly.com also at ski hire shop in person. Pick up skis Sunday retrun Saturday 7 days.(extra day free early pick up free)
Allemand Sport Our friendly staff at Allemand Sport are on hand to ensure you are fully prepared for the slopes. We offer ski rental for every type and taste, from Alpine ski’s, cross-country skis and snowshoes. We also offer a ski repair service, so if the base of your skis is looking a little snow-worn we can make them as good as new. Our professional staff are dedicated skiers and offer the best advice and service to ensure your ski holiday is safe and fun. Saze d’oulx: +39 33912 62042 artigianatodellegno@gmail.com Jouvenceeaux: +39 0122 850519 allemandsport@tiscali.it
Allemand Sport At Allemand sport we sell everything you need for your ski holiday. Choose from a range of the best brands such as Salomon, Rossignol and Tecnica for your ski wear from skis and boots to jackets and eyewear. Our professional staff are on hand to give you expert advice on the best equipment for your level and style of skiing. Saze d’oulx: +39 33912 62042 artigianatodellegno@gmail.com Jouvenceeaux: +39 0122 850519 allemandsport@tiscali.it
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Maximum and minimum adult Sauze d'Oulx lift pass prices ranged from €136 to €196 for 6 days access to the Sauze d'Oulx ski lift system at the start of the 2025 winter season. Our lift passes are part of a packaged Sauze d'Oulx holiday with accommodation, so prices vary depending on chalet or hotel suppliers. Confirm price for the lift ticket before booking your holiday.
Lift Tickets | Child | Adult | Senior |
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1 Day Price | N / A | N / A | N / A |
6 Day Price | N / A | €136 - €196 | N / A |
Age Range | N / A | 12 - 74 | 75+ |
Most of our ski holidays to Sauze d'Oulx packaged with flights include airport transfers. We can also arrange private transfers to Sauze d'Oulx from nearby airports
Flights from London take about 2 hours to Turin, Milan Malpensa, Geneva, Innsbruck. This table shows approximate transfer times to Sauze d'Oulx from the nearest airports, smaller airports can be more prone to delays.
Airport | Distance | Transfer Time |
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Milan | 229 km | ? |
Genoa | 264 km | ? |
Turin | 79 km | 1 hour 30 minutes |
Browse our self-drive ski holidays which include your car channel crossing, or go choose accom-only and book your car ferry or tunnel later.
The transfer time from alpine train stations are generally shorter than from airports, Call us for details of Sauze d'Oulx transfers.
Station | Distance | Transfer Time |
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Oulx | 5.5 km | 5.5 |
Sauze d’Oulx Tourism Office Sauze d’Oulx is a wonderful resort with over 400km of pistes, fantastic off-piste and an ideal location for your ski holiday and really magical for families. There are really fun pistes for beginners, intermediate and advanced skiers - there is something for everyone! The team at the tourism office can assist you with booking any apre-ski activities such as spas, sightseeing or even a helicopter ride! The tourism office has many brochures and information on a wide variety of restaurants to suit any budget, ranging from from fine Italian cuisine to traditional home dishes. Set in the Italian Alps near the border with France, Sauze d’Oulx has an enviable winter sunshine record which makes it really magical and full of activities for a longer period of time. The Sauze d’Oulx tourism office has great information on snow-making facilities and how to get to and from the airports really easily. Services offered by the tourism office: - Wifi - Winter events and ticket booking - Documentation and printing assistance - Snowshoeing bookings - Accommodation assistance - Accessible facilities - Winter bus booking Opening Times: Daily Monday - Wednesday 09:00 - 12:00 and then again at 15:00 - 18:00 Thursday & Friday 15:00 - 18:00 Times may vary in Summer/Autum seasons
Centro Traumatologico Trauma center Other useful numbers: Doctors on call: 116117 for evenings from 20h00 to 08h00 and on weekends and holidays. Pharmacy located on 17 Via Monfol : +39 (0) 122 850 203 Ambulance service: +39 (0) 122 858 159
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