Art Hotel Grandes Murailles is an authentic hotel with a classic design. The owner Gabriele Maquignaz has created a warm and cosy atmosphere. He is an artist, and in many of the rooms you can see beautiful paintings and other works of art by him.
The hotel is located right in the centre and only 50 metres from the ski bus stop. You will stay in a cosy room with traditional décor. In the mornings, you can enjoy a hearty breakfast, so you’ll be full of energy for the action on the slopes. After a strenuous day of skiing, you can warm up your muscles again in the relaxing sauna. Do you have energy left after dinner? Then have a refreshing drink at the bar whilst you look back over a perfect day.
Valtournenche is an authentic alpine village in Italy, situated at the foot of the Matterhorn and 8 kilometres from Breuil-Cervinia at an altitude of 1528m. The village is characterised by beautiful, rustic houses, a white bell tower, and memorials of historic alpine guides along the walls. This charming village has certainly retained its authentic and traditional atmosphere.
The Valtournenche-Salette gondola will give you access to the Breuil-Cervinia and Zermatt (Switzerland) ski areas. Thanks to the connection to these areas, you can enjoy 200 kilometres of diverse ski slopes. After a memorable day on skis, you can find a high-quality and authentic restaurant in the centre for a delicious Italian dinner. Don’t miss the popular Foyer des Guides restaurant!
Are you interested in history? Then be sure to visit the Church of Saint Anthony and the Maison de l’Alpage museum. The church is famous for its beautiful white bell tower, and the museum is a great place to learn more about alpine pastures and agriculture, and how it has changed over the centuries.
The Breuil-Cervinia ski area in Italy is characterised by high mountain peaks and spectacular views. It features a modern ski lift system that will get you to the slopes in no time. It includes Valtournenche and is connected to Zermatt in Switzerland. Together, they form part of the Cervino Ski Paradise.
You can enjoy 360 kilometres of slopes in Breuil-Cervinia. Many of these slopes are flat and wide, making the area ideal for beginners. Don't worry though, the ski area also offers a number of black slopes for those looking for more of a challenge. Due to its high altitude, Breuil-Cervinia is also very snow-sure. The highest point of the area is Plateau Rosa, at 3480 metres altitude. It is a glacier slope that is covered in snow year-round. If you’d like to go up even higher, you can catch the Matterhorn Alpine Crossing (Europe's highest cable car) from Breuil-Cervinia to Zermatt. At that height, you can look out over many mountain peaks, including the magnificent Matterhorn itself.
When booking, you can choose between a Breuil-Cervinia ski pass or an upgraded ski pass for both Breuil-Cervina & Zermatt (a Matterhorn Paradise ski pass). Whichever you choose, your ski pass will be included in your Sunweb holiday package, saving you time and money.
There’s accommodation to suit everyone in Breuil-Cervinia, and Sunweb is here to help you find the perfect one for you. Fancy the convenience of a half-board booking, or would you like to indulge in an all-inclusive stay? Looking for a spot close to the slopes or right in the centre of the action? Regardless of your budget or criteria, you’re sure to find your dream accommodation amongst Sunweb’s wide selection.
Capital:
The capital is Rome.
Language:
The official language is Italian.
Time:
There is a time difference of +1hour.
Currencies:
The official currency in Italy is the euro.
Voltage:
The voltage is 230 volts.
Travel documents:
You must be in possession of a valid passport or valid proof of identity.
Talk on the phone:
A British mobile phone also works in Italy. To call to Italy from the UK, first dial the country code 0039 and then the area code without zero and then the subscriber number. The country code 0044 is from Italy to the UK.
Emergency number:
The national emergency number is 112.
Traveling by car:
The national roads are well passable. Pas Piccolo San Bernardo is closed throughout the winter season (November to June).
Keep in mind that the highways require a toll. If you travel via the Austrian motorways, you must be in possession of a toll sticker. For some motorways, tunnels and roads in Austria there is no vignette requirement, but a separate toll must be paid, such as the A13 from Innsbruck-Süd to the Italian border.
There is no general obligation in Italy for winter tyres. Winter equipment (chains or winter tyres) may be mandatory on mountain roads. This is indicated with a traffic sign. Not using winter tires in winter conditions can lead to (joint) liability in the event of accidents and also have criminal consequences. In Austria and Germany, winter tires are required in winter conditions.
In case of breakdown or an accident, it is mandatory that all road users wear a reflective vest.
If you travel via France:
Please note: in some cities it is mandatory to have an environmental sticker from 1 July 2017. If you drive over the Paris ring road, the Boulevard Périphérique, you will also need an environmental sticker in many cases. The vignette can not be obtained along the way, but can only be ordered online. The French police advise to print out the application form and the confirmation and to take it with you if the vignette is not delivered in time by post. The order form can be found on this website: https://www.certificat-air.gouv.fr/en/demande-ext/cgu
Future environmental zones can be found on this website: http://en.france.fr/nl/tips/milieuzones-france-ecovignet-credit
Food and drink:
Italy is known for pizzas, pastas and risottos. It is not recommended to drink tap water.
Tips:
It is customary in Italy to give a tip of around 10% in bars, restaurants and hotels.
Opening hours:
In general, the shops are closed between 13.00 and 16.00. This is the siesta. After 16.00 hours the shops will open again until about 19.00 hours.
Safety:
In Italy, a ski helmet is mandatory for children up to and including 14 years of age. A ski helmet is recommended for adults. In a ski class, wearing a helmet is often required.
Swimming pool
In Italy you are generally required to wear a swimming cap in swimming pools. This is for both public swimming pools and swimming pools that belong to hotels.
You will fly into Torino Airport (TRN). Flight times can be seen during the booking process, based on your choice of regional airport.
Transfer
In the booking steps it is possible to book a transfer. If you book a transfer via Sunweb, it will be a shared transfer to and from the resort. The average transfer time to Valtournenche is approximately 1 hour and 45 minutes. For additional information about the transfer, click here.
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A Breuil-Cervinia Valtournenche lift pass is included in the holiday price.
You can see the surcharges and discounts for, for example, extending your lift pass or no lift pass in step 1 (preferences) of the booking process. If a child or senior discount applies, this will be shown in step 2 (price overview). Would you like to know more about the lift pass? Take a look at our FAQ .
Ski passes for children born after 31/10/2016 are free. Children born between 31/10/2006 - 01/11/2015, and seniors born between 04/11/1944 - 31/05/1960, will receive a discount on their ski pass. These discounts can be found in the calculation of your travel sum. Identification is required when collecting your ski pass.
Any surcharges and discounts are only valid upon booking. Other rates are applied locally. It is not possible to redeem your ski pass on another day onsite. An extension of your ski pass can often be booked as an extra; you will find the price for this further in the booking process. A discount for “no ski pass” can also be found during the booking process.
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