Claviere

Snowy peaks, quiet mountain trails, and a compact alpine setting shape Claviere, a small Italian resort tucked into the Susa Valley right on the French border. Part of the Via Lattea ski area, it gives you direct access to a huge network of pistes while keeping a more peaceful feel than some of the larger resorts nearby. You can spend your time skiing between Italy and France, hiking through pine forests, or enjoying a long lunch with mountain views. Claviere suits you if you want an active Alpine break without the busier resort atmosphere.

1. Ski across Italy and France

Claviere sits within the Via Lattea (in English - "The Milky Way") ski area, giving you access to hundreds of kilometres of pistes spread across both sides of the Italian-French border. You can ski or snowboard through wooded slopes and open mountain terrain, with plenty of routes to explore across the wider area. The border crossing at the slopes makes skiing between the two countries part of the experience.

2. Hike through the alpine landscape

In summer, Claviere swaps its snowy pistes for hiking and mountain biking trails. You can follow paths through pine forests and alpine meadows, climb towards higher viewpoints, or explore routes leading into the surrounding valleys. The landscape feels particularly open and peaceful once you get away from the village, with mountain peaks forming the backdrop in every direction.

3. Explore the village and mountain heritage

Claviere has a small, traditional feel, with stone buildings, local restaurants, and cafés centred around the main streets. You can try Piedmontese dishes such as polenta, gnocchi, and mountain cheeses, then explore nearby military trails and historic fortifications that reflect the area's strategic position on the Italian-French border. It’s a quieter way to experience the Alps after a day outdoors.