It may be the smallest region in Italy but Aosta Valley has some of the most stunning scenery in the country! There is a thriving tourism industry here where visitors can embark on challenging mountain hikes, stay at top skiing destinations and explore splendid natural attractions.
Situated in the very north of Italy bordering France and Switzerland, Aosta Valley makes up a large section of the region with smaller valleys framing it.
Choose from a range of pretty holiday rentals in Aosta Valley where you can enjoy a few days of mesmerising scenery any time of year.
Climb up high to see the vivid Blue Lake under the gaze of Mont Blanc. The water is pure here and beautifully reflects the surrounding mountains, forests and sky looking above it in clear detail. Walk along part of the Great Saint Bernard Pass that runs through Aosta Valley which has been the training ground for these famous St. Bernard rescue dogs since the 11th century. Go on a hike around the Gran Paradis National Park filled with scenic mountain landscape and a selection of rare flora and fauna.
Situated in the very north of Italy bordering France and Switzerland, Aosta Valley makes up a large section of the region with smaller valleys framing it.
Choose from a range of pretty holiday rentals in Aosta Valley where you can enjoy a few days of mesmerising scenery any time of year.
Climb up high to see the vivid Blue Lake under the gaze of Mont Blanc. The water is pure here and beautifully reflects the surrounding mountains, forests and sky looking above it in clear detail. Walk along part of the Great Saint Bernard Pass that runs through Aosta Valley which has been the training ground for these famous St. Bernard rescue dogs since the 11th century. Go on a hike around the Gran Paradis National Park filled with scenic mountain landscape and a selection of rare flora and fauna.
Climb up part of the striking pyramid shaped Monte Cervino, also known as the Matterhorn. It stands at an impressive height of 4,478 metres tall. Or sit in a cable car leading up from Breuil in the valley below Monte Cervino which will bring you up 3,500 metres towards the peak.
See Mont Blanc in all its glory in Aosta Valley. Standing at 4,810 metres high, it’s the tallest mountain in the Alps and takes expert climbers around three days to reach its peak!
Courmayeur is by far Aosta Valley’s most popular skiing resort, situated in the lower foothills of Mont Blanc. With over 140 kilometres of mountain ski and cross country runs, skiing enthusiasts have plenty to keep them entertained here! In the summer months other activities such as horse riding, paragliding and lake canoeing are available for visitors to engage in.
There’s so much to do and see in Aosta Valley all year around that you’d need a week or two to properly appreciate it all!
Courmayeur is by far Aosta Valley’s most popular skiing resort, situated in the lower foothills of Mont Blanc. With over 140 kilometres of mountain ski and cross country runs, skiing enthusiasts have plenty to keep them entertained here! In the summer months other activities such as horse riding, paragliding and lake canoeing are available for visitors to engage in.
There’s so much to do and see in Aosta Valley all year around that you’d need a week or two to properly appreciate it all!
Photo credits
picture 1: Gerrit / CC BY-SA 3.0;
picture 2: Tryfkar / CC BY-SA 3.0;
picture 3: Soumei Baba / CC BY 2.0
picture 1: Gerrit / CC BY-SA 3.0;
picture 2: Tryfkar / CC BY-SA 3.0;
picture 3: Soumei Baba / CC BY 2.0