Nestled between the Graian Alps and the Pennine Alps, the Aosta Valley is surrounded by the highest peaks in Europe. The newly established autonomous region is officially bilingual: in addition to Italian, the French language is spoken; although the territory is entirely mountainous, this region has achieved considerable economic and social well-being deriving from industry, autonomy and tourism. Ski destination par excellence, the Aosta Valley, offers visitors unspoiled nature, perched villages and fairy-tale castles.

PLACES

The Aosta Valley is waiting to be discovered: fairytale landscapes, castles and unspoiled nature are the backdrop to the vast historical, artistic and cultural heritage of the region.

COMMON

The region is made up of 74 municipalities, the capital of the Region is Aosta.

 
AOSTA

Aosta, founded by the Romans in 25 BC, still preserves the testimonies of that era: the unmistakable Arch of Augustus, the Roman Theater, the Porta Pretoria and almost all of the city walls accompany the visitor on the city route. Outside the town, ancient roads, fountains, votive chapels and the Megalithic area of ​​Saint-Martin de Corléans (one of the most interesting archaeological sites in Europe) contribute to making the city pleasant and interesting.

 
SAINT - VINCENT

Nicknamed the "Riviera of the Alps" because of the particularly mild climate, Saint-Vincent is one of the best known places in the Aosta Valley thanks also to the presence of the Casino de la Vallée, one of the largest and most famous gambling houses in Europe. . The discovery, by a naturalist abbot, of a source of water with therapeutic properties has made Saint - Vincent a very popular spa town.

 
COURMAYEUR

Located on the slopes of Mont Blanc, in a basin surrounded by larches and firs, Courmayeur retains an authentic alpine atmosphere despite being an international tourist resort. Do not miss the crossing of Mont Blanc made possible by the homonymous cable car through which you can enjoy a wonderful view of the great peaks of the Alps.