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Mountain · Aosta, Vale de Aosta
Pila
Skiing and hiking station at about 1,800 metres, linked to the centre of Aosta by cable car, with views of the Alps from Mont Blanc to the Cervino.
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About Pila
Pila is a mountain station in a basin at about 1,800 metres altitude, south of Aosta, in the comune of Gressan. Until the 1960s it was only a summer pasture area. Since 1957 there has been a cable car that leaves Aosta, near the train station, and goes directly up to the station.
In winter, Pila has runs for various levels, with cable cars and chairlifts reaching up to about 2,700 metres, and it is popular with families and skiers from Aosta and from Turim. In the snow season the area has ski schools and equipment rental.
In summer, the slopes become hiking and mountain-bike trails, with a bike park, and the cable cars take visitors to the highest points. Its position in the basin gives a wide view of the valley and of the massifs of Mont Blanc, Cervino, Monte Rosa and Gran Paradiso.
The cable-car ascent, about 20 minutes, is already worth it for the view of the Aosta valley opening below.
Before you go
Practical information
Cidade Turismo reviews its information regularly, but something may have changed. Check with the place before planning your trip.
How much time to set aside
From half a day to a full day.
Best time
From December to April for skiing, depending on the snow. From July to September for walking and cycling. The cable car has maintenance breaks between seasons; check before you go.
How to get there
The Aosta–Pila cable car leaves near Aosta train station and climbs in about 20 minutes. By car, the regional road climbs from Aosta in around 30 minutes.
Tip
Bring a jacket even in summer: at around 1,800 metres the temperature is much lower than in Aosta.
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Frequently asked questions about Pila
How to go up from Aosta to Pila?
By cable car, which leaves near Aosta train station and climbs in about 20 minutes, or by car in about 30 minutes.
Is Pila for skiing?
In winter, yes—there are runs for various levels. In summer, the area is for walking and mountain biking.
Which mountains can be seen from Pila?
The massifs of Mont Blanc, Cervino, Monte Rosa and Gran Paradiso, depending on the location and the weather.