Aosta Valley

Aosta Valley highlights

Explore the highest peaks of the Alps and the dense historical heritage of Italy's smallest region. This selection features the iconic massifs of Mont Blanc, the Matterhorn, and Gran Paradiso. Beyond the mountains, the valley is defined by strategic fortifications like the massive Fort Bard and the four-towered Castello di Aymavilles. The collection also highlights Aosta's deep history, from the Neolithic Saint-Martin-de-Corléans Megalithic Area to the royal hunting lodge of Castello di Sarre and the regional archaeological museum.

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Mont Blanc

Mont Blanc is the highest mountain in the Alps and Western Europe, and the highest mountain in Europe outside the Caucasus mountains,…

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Matterhorn

The Matterhorn is a mountain of the Alps, straddling the main watershed and border between Italy and Switzerland.

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Fort Bard

Fort Bard, also known as Bard Fort, is a fortified complex built in the 19th century by the House of Savoy on a rocky prominence above Bard…

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Savoy Castle, Gressoney-Saint-Jean

Savoy Castle is a historic residence situated in Gressoney-Saint-Jean, Italy, near the village of Òbre Biel.

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Gran Paradiso

The Gran Paradiso or Grand Paradis is a mountain in the Graian Alps in Italy, located between the Aosta Valley and Piedmont regions.

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Castello di Sarre

Originally built in 1710, this castle became a royal hunting lodge for the House of Savoy in 1869. It is notable for its unique interior decorations, particularly the Gallery and Trophy Room, which are adorned with thousands of ibex and chamois horns.

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Castello di Aymavilles

This 12th-century structure is distinguished by four large circular corner towers added in the 15th century and Baroque loggias from the 18th century. It houses the Coda de Rossi collection, featuring ancient artifacts and artworks across several floors.