Whether it's summer or winter it makes no difference, Sestriere remains one of the most sought-after tourist destinations in the Alps. Founded in the XNUMXs as a holiday resort for Fiat workers, it soon became one of the most famous and worldly towns in the Milky Way, a ski area that extends for 400 km between France and Italy, with 249 slopes and 70 lifts.
Sestriere is located less than 100 km from Turin, on the hill that connects the Val Chisone e Susa Valley. Since 1967 it has been the venue for a world cup competition, while in 2006 it was one of the venues for the Winter Olympics. Precisely on that occasion the structure of the village was built which housed the athletes and which is now the TH Sestriere - Olympic Village, which offers its guests 244 mini apartments equipped with every comfort and finely furnished.
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The structure has direct access to the ski lifts and is located a stone's throw from a golf course 18 hole golf course. It is therefore the ideal place to stay at any time of the year, because numerous excursions depart from TH Sestriere – Olympic Village to discover the surrounding area. Expert guides will take you rafting, canyoning or kayaking, to let you experience a unique adventure in complete safety. Or you can visit the Chisonetto refuge, which dominates the top of the mountain above Sestriere and offers a breathtaking panorama, or set out to discover the wilderness Val Thures, or of the Val Troncea.
Alternatively you can decide to immerse yourself in history by visiting the medieval town of Briancon, a UNESCO heritage site for its frescoes, monuments and fortifications. Also of great importance is the trip to the Fortress of Fenestrelle, and that to the so-called Great Wall of Piedmont..
In Sestriere there is no shortage of opportunities to play sports. You can go trekking, visit the Susa Valley by mountain bike or choose from 50 different free ride routes. Thrill seekers can be guided in adventure Park, those who do not suffer from vertigo and are looking for strong emotions can then venture onto the longest Tibetan bridge in the world and walk on the 468 meters of bridges suspended in the void, on Gorge of San Gervasio.
If, on the other hand, you want to enjoy relaxation, you can do so in the wellness center present in the structure, or go shopping in the boutiques of the best brands and even go to the Serravalle Outlet, not far away. Don't forget to explore the culinary delights of the local cuisine and, after sunset, let yourself be carried away by the social life of Sestriere, which offers fun and entertainment of all kinds.
