Cross-country Skiing - Cogne, Aosta Valley
Set in the beautiful National Park of Gran Paradiso, the Aosta Valley is indeed a paradise in winter. Set beneath Mt Blanc and Mt Rosa, this idyllic valley offers not only a wonderful centre for winter activities, but accompanies the fun with fantastic Italian cuisine.
Detailed information
| Cross-country
skiing programme choice |
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Cross-country skiing is suitable for anyone of reasonable fitness and can be
enjoyed by people of all ages.
Beginners
For beginners, the rolling meadows of Sant’Orso right by the village, prove a wonderful place to cross-country ski for the first time. Further along the valley, delightful undulating trails will take you through pastures and snowy forests, all amidst the spectacular mountain scenery of the Gran Paradiso. Later in the week, you may travel to trails in neighbouring villages and the Valnontey valley, a breathtaking wilderness of imposing peaks and glaciers.
| Sun 15, 22 February 2009 (7nts) |
£865 |
£585 |
Single room supplement: £20 per person, per night
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| Resort
Information |
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The delightful village of Cogne is nestled in a beautiful valley suurounded by the snowy meadows of Sant d'Orso. Part of the Gran Paradiso National Park, the Aosta valley is overlooked by the majestic Mt Blanc and Mt Rosa. Renowned for its cross-country skiing, Cogne has hosted the World Cup several times. There are 11 skiing loops around the village in addition to another 80km of trails. Tracks wind through woods, beside mountain streams and glaciers and along pristine valleys.
Cogne boasts a past rich in history, culture and traditions, with majestic Aymavilles Castle welcoming you to the valley. The village itself has many facilities including banks, supermarkets, local shops, bars and cafés. Further information can be found at www.cogne.org or by emailing: aiat@cogne.org
Local Transport: We use a combination of hired transport, chair lifts and ski buses to get around during the week. The cost of local transport is not included in the price of your holiday; please allow up to €26 (approx. £20) per week in local currency.
Loipe (cross-country ski) pass: €26 (approx £20) per week (payable locally)
Equipment hire cost: €39 (approx £30) per week (payable locally)
Total Length of Trails: 85km
Height of Resort: 1,500m - 1,800m
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| Travel
to resort |
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Guests who have booked their holiday 'with flight' will arrive at Geneva airport. The onward journey by coach takes around 2 hours 30 mins to Cogne.
Latest HF Holidays Flight Information - updated
29.09.08 (provisional)
British Airways
Heathrow - Geneva
Out 09:40 - 12:25
Return 16:50 - 17:40
Airport Parking: To book secure airport parking throughout the UK visit Purple Parking or Holiday Extras to book on-line.
Airport Hotels: To book airport hotels throughout the UK visit Holiday Extras to book on-line.
Airport Lounges: To book airport lounges visit Holiday Extras to book on-line.
Independent Travellers: Transfer from Geneva Airport by joining the HF Holidays’ coach (supplement £45 return).
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| What the holiday includes |
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- Return economy class air travel UK / Geneva on scheduled
airlines.
- 7 nights' accommodation in en-suite rooms.
- Half Board.
- Services of HF Holidays' Ski leader.
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| Other
activities in the area |
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Downhill skiing and snow shoeing are both available in the resort.
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