Aosta Valley Essentials
Valle d'Aosta features Europe’s highest massifs, including Mont Blanc and the Matterhorn, alongside the protected biodiversity of Gran Paradiso National Park. The region’s history spans from the Roman ruins of Aosta—such as the 1st-century BCE Arch of Augustus and Roman Theatre—to a defensive network of medieval and 19th-century fortifications like Fort Bard. Architectural landmarks include the Neo-Gothic Castello di Aymavilles and the royal hunting lodge of Castello di Sarre, reflecting the long-standing influence of the House of Savoy.
A Mont Blanc
Mont Blanc is the highest mountain in the Alps and Western Europe, and the highest mountain in Europe outside the Caucasus mountains,…
B Matterhorn
The Matterhorn is a mountain of the Alps, straddling the main watershed and border between Italy and Switzerland.
C Gran Paradiso National Park
Originally established to protect the Alpine ibex, nowadays the park is home to many more intriguing animals and flora.
D 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…
E Roman Theatre, Aosta
The Roman Theatre is an ancient building in Aosta, north-western Italy.
F Arch of Augustus
The Arch of Augustus is a monument in the city of Aosta, northern Italy.
G Great St Bernard Pass
The Great St Bernard Pass is the third highest road pass in Switzerland, at an elevation of 2,469 m.
H Savoy Castle, Gressoney-Saint-Jean
Savoy Castle is a historic residence situated in Gressoney-Saint-Jean, Italy, near the village of Òbre Biel.
I Castello di Sarre
Purchased by the House of Savoy in 1869, this former royal hunting lodge features interiors uniquely decorated with thousands of ibex and chamois horns. It served as a summer residence for the Italian royal family.
J Castello di Aymavilles
Notable for its four large circular corner towers and 18th-century Baroque loggias, this castle blends medieval and Rococo architecture. The interior displays a collection of archaeological finds and fine art.
Lago Blu
Located near Breuil-Cervinia, this alpine lake is famous for its crystal-clear water and the sharp reflection of the Matterhorn on its surface.
L Piazza Émile Chanoux
Piazza Émile Chanoux is a city square in Aosta, Italy.
M Aosta Cathedral
Aosta Cathedral is a Roman Catholic cathedral in Aosta, in north-west Italy, built in the 4th century.
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