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The Monolithe Nordic ski area between Aussois and Val Cenis-Sardières is a real treat for ski enthusiasts. With a large sun-drenched plateau for beginners, and technical forest trails for advanced skiers!

Opening date of the Nordic ski area*: December December 20, 2025*

Aussois / Val Cenis-Sardières

Monolithe Nordic ski area

1500 m - 1600 m

The Monolithe Nordic ski area stretches between plateau and valleys, from 1500 to 1600m altitude, between Aussois and Val Cenis-Sardières.

The Monolithe ski area - why the name? The cross-country ski area between Aussois and Val Cenis-Sardières owes its name to a 93 m-high geological curiosity made of cargneol (a sedimentary rock) located in the forest. Close to the slopes, this huge needle of rock resembles a giant menhir, or monolith.

Once you've got your skis on, the plateau around the Nordic Chalet is the perfect place for children and beginners to discover their first gliding sensations on classic skis, or to learn directly how to skate.
For more experienced skiers, this area is a good warm-up before setting off to conquer the area's many ascents and descents.

Want to discover biathlon?
Find out more at the Chalet nordique (tel. 04 79 20 66 10) or contact our biathlon instructors, who offer laser biathlon introductions by appointment.

Want to improve your classical/alternative or skating skills?
Contact one of our instructors and they'll give you all the tips you need to get the most out of your skiing: miles of fun!

*Opening date subject to change (depending on snow conditions).

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Departure from La Croix (accessible by car, shuttle or 15-minute walk) from the village towards Val Cenis-Sardières.
Val Cenis-Sardières and Aussois benefit from privileged sunshine thanks to their southern exposure.
A Nordic chalet located in Val Cenis-Sardières welcomes you 7 days a week during the season to give you all the information you need for your cross-country skiing.
A "Le Mag d'Oé" food and beverage outlet where you can enjoy homemade hot chocolate on the sunny terrace.
A picnic room and toilets are available, making it a popular spot for picnics in bad weather. This is often the meeting place suggested by cross-country skiing and biathlon instructors.
2 green runs - 3 blue runs - 3 red runs - 1 black run.
39 km of skating and alternating trails.
Ski passes on sale at the Maison d'Aussois at Aussois and the Foyer nordique at Val Cenis-Sardières.

Package prices
I buy my Nordic ski pass

Information
To buy your ski pass for the Monolithe Nordic ski area, go directly to :
-At the Val Cenis-Sardières Nordic center (4167 Rte de Sardières, 73500 Val-Cenis)
-Aussois ski lifts(43 Rte des Barrages, 73500 Aussois)