Courmayeur is the Italian opposite to the French Chamonix. Not only is it situated next to the Mont Blanc, but also is popular among alpine climbers. It is one of the most popular Italian ski resorts. 100 km of well done trails, genuine Italian atmosphere and certainty of good snow conditions - these are the best characteristics of the spot. Amateurs of good sights will definitely appreciate the view of the Mont Blanc and adventure-seekers hire a guide and take a tough tour to the Chamonix Valley. The presence of the Gigante glacier ensures good snow conditions and allows skiing also in summer. Travellers visiting Courmayeur are most often Italians, so the resort seems to be different from other ski areas of Italy. Although the Mont Blanc tunnel exists since 1965 and the whole area of Valle d'Aosta is easily approachable from the French side of the massif, the majority of French citizens visit Courmayeur only on daily basis. They hire a guide and come back to Chamonix skiing the trails of the Gigante glacier. Wide range of apres ski activities includes: casino (Saint-Vincent and in Chamonix France), Sport Center with fitness, ice-skating ring, curling, squash, indoor tennis, indoor golf, artificial climbing wall, Parapente, snow bike, swimming in Pré- St-Didier and in some hotels in Courmayeur as well as La Salle, golf, Adventure Park for children and adults, walking path on the snow. You can also try activities with the alpine guides. Visitors will find a wide range of accommodation options for their stay in Courmayeur. Lodging of all types and standards is available, more expensive hotels are in majority here, though.