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In the north-west of Italy is its smallest region, this is Valle d'Aosta (aka Val d'Aosta; Valle d'Aosta). It borders France to the west, Switzerland to the north, and the Italian region of Piedmont to the south and east. The highest mountains of Europe are concentrated here - Mont Blanc, Gran Paradiso, Monte Rosa and Matterhorn, so for those who want to touch the clouds with their hands, this is the most appropriate place. And here is a wonderful place for skiers, as the region, despite its size, offers for lovers winter holiday as much as 1200 km of modern, well-equipped, well-laid, very diverse ski slopes aimed at athletes of different levels of training.

The "feature" of Val d'Aosta is the possibility of skiing abroad, in Switzerland and France, thanks to an international subscription connecting the resorts of these countries. However, you have to pay for everything: holidays here are much more expensive than in most other resorts in Italy.

How to get there

Air communication with Valle d'Aosta is quite convenient - in any case, 150 km from Geneva airport, 190 km from Milan airport or 100 km from Turin airport are easily overcome thanks to a developed system of motorways and an established bus service (along the route Turin - Aosta - Courmayeur ). It is impossible not to mention airlines Air Vallae, which operates daily flights from Aosta Airport to Rome and charter flights within a radius of 1000 miles. The aircraft of this airline has only 32 passenger seats, so you need to find out the schedule and take care of tickets in advance, you can do this by calling +390165303303 (free of charge) and +39800536255, or by sending a fax to 0165303305. Among other things, for those who like to join the achievements modern technologies it will be interesting to go to France using the new tunnel under Mont Blanc.

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The main resorts of the Valle d'Aosta

In the Valle d'Aosta region, there are "extra-class" resorts such as Cervinia, Courmayeur, La Thuile, Pila and Monte Rosa. It offers modern ski lifts, slopes at altitudes up to 3900 m, excellent hotels and residences, excellent service, well-thought-out entertainment infrastructure.

Active holidays in the Aosta Valley

Hotels

Despite the small size of the region, there are more than 500 various hotels, boarding houses, chalets, villas and other housing. It remains to choose a haven to taste. In any case, excellent service and hospitality are guaranteed here for everyone.

You can reduce the cost of your holiday by booking accommodation directly in the city of Aosta or in hotels of less famous resorts, like Torgnon and Valtornenche (near Cervinia), the towns of St. Vincent (Cervinia and Monte Rosa) and Pré Sant Didier (Courmayeur and La Thuile). So tourists can have a great rest and ride at quite reasonable prices, because all ski areas have a ski pass "Valle d'Aosta".

Winter holidays in the Aosta Valley

More than 1000 instructors are ready to take up their duties as needed. And since riding (or trying to ride) on skiing ah, people with different physical abilities want, more than a hundred instructors are focused on teaching the disabled.

Here you can try your hand at ski mountaineering. The routes are formed in such a way that from each station you can get to the route of any level of difficulty. The proximity of the four highest peaks in Europe is conducive to climbing glaciers, however, this sport requires not only serious training, but also special equipment.

Paragliding centers in this region are waiting for those wishing to soar above the mountains and, at the same time, above everyday life, and Aerostatico Monte Bianco is one of the leading European organizers of hot air balloon flights. It turns out that in this region, those who wish have the opportunity to both cross the Alps and soar above them or admire their beauties from never-melting glaciers.

Cuisine and restaurants

In Valle d'Aosta, tourists will be welcomed in a variety of restaurants with an excellent level of service. The cuisine of this region is highly valued by gourmets, which is confirmed by the fame that many restaurants have far beyond the region.

Since 1270, the famous Fontina cheese has been produced in the Valle d'Aosta cheese dairies. It is made from cow's milk local breed- spotted redheads. Due to the fact that the basis of their diet is the grass of high mountain pastures, the cheese has a dense texture, a strong sharp aroma and a unique taste. The highest mountain vineyards in Europe are also located here, and the pride of winemakers is local excellent wines: white dry Petite Arvine and Muscat blanc di Chambave, red dry Fumin, vintage white dry Blanc de Morgex et de la Salle

Attractions and attractions of Valle d'Aosta

The region is rich in medieval castles built along the road from Aosta to Turin. Although their number is more than a hundred, only a few of them are well preserved. Castle Saint-Pierre is very beautiful at night when the backlight is on, thanks to which it looks more like magnificent palace, not how fortification. The Château Fenil houses a wonderful furniture museum, which has many unique items in its collection, and the Chateau Verret has an extensive collection of drawings, watercolors and prints of the 19th century.

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Continuation of the article about what to see in the Italian city of Aosta and around it in the valley, what to do and what you must try in this region.

In the first part, I talked about the many well-preserved Roman monuments in Aosta and the city's elegant churches. However, this is not all that can be seen here. Let's start with the fact that the Valle d'Aosta valley is called the land of hundreds of castles, and this is true: on almost every slope of the mountain some kind of structure has stuck. If not a castle, then a fort. If not a fort, then at least a watchtower. This is due to the fact that after the decline of the Roman Empire and after a long period of desolation, people began to return to this area, and since the valley was not controlled by any kind of state formation, the noble citizens had a great temptation to expand their possessions. After all, as before, an important route through the Alps lay through the Aosta Valley, and it was possible to collect tribute from passing travelers. The feudal lords began to expand their possessions, settling on certain impregnable heights from which it was possible to control the surrounding territories.

The first castles in the Aosta Valley date back to the 11th century; they were often built on the sites of even more ancient fortified settlements and consisted mainly of a watchtower (donjon) surrounded by stone walls. The surviving castles from the 11th-12th centuries demonstrate the simplicity of Romanesque architecture.

Castles built later became more complex in form and appearance, since they began to perform not only defensive functions, but served " calling card» owner.

The most famous castles of Aosta

Fenis

Savoy in Gressoney-Saint-Jean

Fortress Barda (Forte di Bard) with the Museum of the Alps inside

Museums in Aosta

Museum of the Alps (located in the Barda Fortress) - a stunning museum dedicated to the mountain ecosystem of the Alps http://www.fortedibard.it/ It will be especially interesting for children and teenagers, since the museum is interactive and you can get to know the mountains, for example, using special 3D technologies imitating the flight of an eagle over Mont Blanc, over the Aosta Valley, over glaciers, mountain slopes with waterfalls and castles, as well as many other exciting entertainments.

Treasures of the Cathedral - Museum at Cathedral Aosta, which has a large collection of ancient Roman artifacts and works of art (paintings, sculptures, jewelry, etc.) from the 13th to the 18th century. Located in Piazza Giovanni XXIII.

Archaeological Museum of Aosta with a collection of objects found at the site of excavations at the site of Roman settlements.

SPA holidays in Aosta

The best thermal complexes in the region are Pre-Saint-Didier Thermal Spa http://termedipre.it/ru/ and Saint Vincent Spa http://www.termedisaintvincent.com/

National parks of the Aosta Valley

The Gran Paradiso National Park is the first and oldest in Italy national park, covering an area of ​​70,000 hectares, including high mountain zones at an altitude of 800 to 4,601 meters (Mount Paradiso). There are three areas in the Aosta Valley for visitors who want to see and walk along the routes of the Gran Paradiso. They are located in the villages of Cogne, Valsavarenche and Rhêmes-Notre-Dame. In the village of Cogne, in summer, it is advisable to visit the most beautiful natural botanical garden (Giardino Alpino Paradisia), especially in July, when more than a thousand species of alpine plants bloom. In Gran Paradiso, while walking, you can see many species of animals and birds in their natural environment a habitat. According to the park staff, it is almost impossible to go along the route and not see one of the typical inhabitants of the mountains.

Specialties of Aosta, or What to try in this Italian region

Food Aosta is best known for its excellent ham, produced in a place called Saint-Rhémy-en-Bosses at an altitude of 1600 meters. In the production of this ham, spices and mountain herbs (juniper, thyme and others) are used. The officially documented production of this specialty dates back to the end of the 14th century. Naturally, the secret of the taste of this ham is passed down by farmers from generation to generation, and climatic and natural conditions accompanying the production process. Be sure to remember the local name - " Vallee d "Aoste Jambon de Bosses". In general, I advise you to pay attention to expensive, but very tasty meat delicacies from the Aosta region - this smoked ham from Saint-Oyen, local cured motzetta(looks like basturma) from beef, chamois, deer or wild boar, which is cut into thin slices and usually served with local rye bread, traditional meat sausages(made simultaneously from pork and beef with spices), lard and many other dishes. I think it's not worth talking about the need to taste local cheeses made according to old recipes on mountain farms (fortina, fromadzo, reblec, salignon, Gressoney toma, seras and other types of dairy products). Since you are in the mountains, it is worth buying excellent dried wild mushrooms (I personally tested) and dried fruits, honey, nuts and oil. Naturally, in this region of Italy you will be proudly offered many varieties of local wines, liqueurs, grappa and other alcoholic drinks.

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Valle d'Aosta- the smallest Autonomous region Italy. Despite its small size, the region has hundreds cultural monuments, has natural resources And developed infrastructure. In Valle d'Aosta, everyone will find entertainment to their liking, whether it's conquering the slopes, shopping, spa holidays or a trip into Italy's past.

Geography of the region

The region is located in the northwestern part of Italy in the Alpine valley. It is surrounded by the Mont Blanc and Matterhorn mountain peaks, and in general, the Aosta Valley is quite mountainous. The region borders on France, which is reflected in its culture - French is used as a second language, and Italianization began only under Mussolini.

Not in Valle d'Aosta major airports. But getting to the area is not difficult. The easiest way to get there is from the airports of Turin (100 km) or Milan (185 km). These cities are connected to the autonomy by well-established bus service and motorways.

Valle d'Aosta Map

Big cities

Almost no region big cities. On average, the population of each does not exceed 3,000 people. The only exception is Aosta, which serves as the administrative center. For locals, the capital of autonomy is a source of pride. Aosta is surrounded by areas for skiing and amazing landscapes. This city art galleries, Roman ruins and spas, as well as medieval monuments.

At the same time, Aosta modern city with dozens of hotels. It is often chosen as the starting point for travel throughout the Valle d'Aosta. The Italians themselves and some tourists choose Aosta to travel in January, when the artisan festival is held here on a grand scale.

Climate Valle d'Aosta

The region is surrounded on all sides impregnable mountains, so it has a typical alpine climate. In the highlands of Valle d'Aosta, cold summers and harsh snowy winters can drop to -15°C. On the plains, the climate is continental - in summer the air is warmed up to +30 °C, and in winter the temperature reaches -1 °C. Dry summer season sometimes broken by rain with thunderstorms.

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Sights of the region

A significant part of the sights is concentrated in the city of Aosta and around it. Located on the outskirts archaeological zone, where many ancient artifacts were found: from stone slabs with drawings to ceramic products. All of them are kept in the Regional Museum. The fortress walls of Aosta are well preserved. They protected the city back in the Roman era, and now they have almost merged with modern buildings. Tourists can walk along the city walls and see the surviving towers and gates.

Among interesting places Aosta - Duomo square with the cathedral. Its facade is close to the Romanesque style, while inside the cathedral is decorated in the Gothic tradition. In the Duomo you can see old stained glass windows. And in the cathedral museum - get acquainted with the works of church art.

Valle d'Aosta is famous for its medieval castles. There are more than a hundred of them throughout the region, but only a few are well preserved. Not far from Aosta, on a picturesque hill, stands the castle of Klee. From the point of view of architectural solutions, this monument of the XII century is rather primitive. But its location and the remains of an old Romanesque church nearby make the castle interesting for tourists.

Much more remarkable is the architecture of St. Peter. Built in the 12th century, it passed from one dynasty to another. And each owner brought something new to the structure of the building. In the 19th century, the castle acquired a fabulous look due to the addition of decorative towers.

No less interesting is the well-preserved castle of Isson, built in the Renaissance style. He became famous for his pomegranate-shaped fountain and unique frescoes in the style of a rare Alpine painting of the Middle Ages. It is curious that the inscriptions left by its inhabitants, servants and visitors survived on the walls of the castle. Once inside, you can climb into the chic chambers former owners castle, decorated with family coats of arms.

Holidays in Valle d'Aosta

Outside of Italy, this region is widely known as a winter holiday destination. All ski resorts of the autonomy are located nearby, and the owners of a single ski pass can even visit the slopes of neighboring France. Among the resorts of Aosta, Courmayeur stands out. Since ancient times, it has been popular among Europeans as a destination with healing climate. Today, luxury hotels operate here and more than 100 km of slopes are available for skiing. Pyla is another resort with a free ski area and a snowboard park. In terms of infrastructure, it is not inferior to its neighbors: there are clubs, swimming pools, a casino and more than 20 restaurants.

But the opportunities for outdoor enthusiasts do not end there. The region has a well-developed network of high-mountain cycling routes, mountain climbing and trekking are available. And for those who want to relax in Valle d'Aosta, all the benefits of spa tourism are available. Not far from Courmayeur there is a large thermal complex. These baths have been known since antiquity - the procedures have a positive effect on the entire body, especially in combination with the influence of mountain air.

Shopping in Valle d'Aosta

At the end of January, large fairs are held in Aosta. Here you can buy lace, wooden products, and ceramics as a souvenir. In summer, in September and December, another popular fair is held in the village of Verres. Here, tourists have the opportunity to buy inexpensive, but original decor items and antiques.

The city of Aosta attracts with its many boutiques. The center presents both Italian brands and international brands. But the widest selection of accessories and clothing is in the outlet. It brings together dozens of stores, including Calvin Klein, Woolrich and boutiques of local manufacturers. Shopping lovers do not ignore the shops of Courmayeur. They are located on the old main street. In Courmayeur, you can buy high-quality sportswear and items from Italian designers.

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Italy's smallest region is located in the northwest of Italy. Valle d'Aosta(or Val d'Aosta; Italian Valle d'Aosta). In the west, the region borders on France, in the north - on Switzerland, in the south and east - on Italian region Piedmont. In the tiny Valle d'Aosta, the highest mountain peaks of Europe are concentrated - Monte Bianco (Mont Blanc), Gran Paradiso, Matterhorn, Monte Rosa, so the region is wonderful place recreation for lovers of heights and lovers of active mountain recreation.

Geography

Valle d "Aosta - an area located in the northwest. Here they immediately attract attention magnificent scenery: rising mountains, sparkling glaciers, snow-white hills. It has the highest mountain Western Europe- Mont Blanc. The area is surrounded on different sides mountain ranges and Monte Cervino.

Valle d'Aosta is rich in glaciers (the most famous is the Horner Glacier, its length is 14 kilometers), as well as mountain passes. The most famous of them are Small and Great Saint Bernard. Although the area is heavily rugged, it is penetrated by a developed network of railways and roads.

Story

According to scientists, the Celts (IX-VIII centuries BC) were among the first to settle here. Later, the Romans settled here, who already then understood the significance of this place. It is they who are here in 25 BC. built the city of Augusta. Later the name "Augusta" was transformed into "Aosta". In the Middle Ages, the region was influenced by the Byzantines, Visigoths, Franks and Lombards. The first representative of the Savoy dynasty appeared here in 1031, when Umberto Biancamano received the title of Count of Aosta from the Holy Roman Emperor. During the Napoleonic period, the region was annexed by France along with. In 1948, Valle d'Aosta received the status of an autonomous region of the Italian Republic. This is best reflected in the character local residents full of the spirit of independence. They speak Italian and French, as well as a special dialect - Patois.

culture

The Valdostan castles are direct evidence of the vibrant and eventful feudal history of the region. Medieval castles were often built on the foundations of ancient fortresses. The military bastions and residences of the nobles will complete the picture - in addition to satisfying cultural interest, they will allow you to soak up the mysterious atmosphere. For example, the Bard fortress is today a new cultural pole Western Alps. In May 1800, he was a formidable obstacle in the path of Napoleon Bonaparte. Now, after a long restoration, the Museum of the Alps is open here, and exhibitions of modern art are regularly held.

Region heritage. Photo lovevda.it

Holidays

On June 24, on the eve of the feast of St. Giovanni, the summer season opens with bonfires. There was a belief that it was on the night of June 24-25 that the sun (fire) binds itself in marriage to the moon (water). Bonfires that burn on the night of St. Giovanni in the fields and on the slopes of the mountains are considered a positive sign.

Every year, from mid-July to the end of August, tastings of local dishes take place in the streets of Lilla, Saint-Nicolas, Etrouble, Creta and Ville (Arna), and artisans present their products.

Among the traditional events, one should definitely note the “Battle of the Queens”. These are bloodless fights between two cows. The animals are in the arena until one of them retreats. Historians believe that the first such tournament took place in 1859 in Vetozan. This is now an annual championship, in which there are about 20 knockout rounds. The final traditionally takes place on the third Sunday of October at the Croix Noir in Aosta. What does the winner get? Glory, applause, a colored plume, a bell on a richly trimmed collar.

Neighborhood with Switzerland and France has largely shaped the culinary habits of local residents. Fondue is eaten with contentment here, and pasta is prepared much less frequently than in other regions of Italy. The kitchen is based on products own production, which historically developed due to geographical isolation in the form of valleys and mountain peaks. Among the typical foodstuffs, it is worth noting the raw-smoked jambon de Bosse ham, fontino and fromageo cheeses. Traditional sweets include tegole (almond biscuits), torcetti (cakes) and chocolate blanmage.

Fondue. Photo blogerov.net

Education

Returning to the issue of bilingualism. IN kindergarten And primary school a number of subjects are usually taught in both Italian and French. IN high school second grade students take a written exam French. A regional university has been opened in Valle d'Aosta. Among the faculties are psychology, linguistics and communication of the territory, enterprises and tourism, political science and international relations, economic sciences.

Economy

Valle d'Aosta produces, according to the latest data, 0.3% of Italy's GDP. Tourism can be considered one of the important sectors of the economy. Local resorts are quite famous and considered prestigious. Hydropower production, ferrous metallurgy, construction are also developed here. natural sources energy should be noted turbulent mountain rivers.

Transport

Valle d'Aosta has a well-developed daily bus network. Thus, the side valleys are connected with the main ones: Aosta -, Aosta - Monjove and Monjove - Pont-Saint-Martin. The city of Aosta and neighboring communes connects bus service, flights from the surrounding area to the city depart approximately every half hour. The railway station (Stazione di Aosta - Gare dAoste) is located on Piazza Manzetti, close to historical center. Competently built railway communication allows you to get to Turin in 2 hours. Aside, you can reach the town of Pre-Saint-Didier (3 km from Courmayeur). The trip will be 50 minutes.

Demography

This small region is home to 0.2% of the population of Italy - 121 thousand inhabitants. Administrative center the city of Aosta has about 40,000 inhabitants. As of December 31, 2010, there were 8,712 foreigners living in the region, of which 2,311 were from Morocco and 2,034 from Romania.

Tourism

Aosta

Is one of the most major cities areas. Here is amazing medieval castles scattered over mountain slopes. In total, you can count about 70 castles. True, some of them have already been practically destroyed, but many have been preserved quite well. One of the most picturesque castles that has survived to this day is Phoenix. Its multitude of square and cylindrical signal towers impress everyone. Ancient walls and frescoes of the 15th century are preserved here. No less famous are the castles of Saint-Pierre, Ussel-Châtillon, Fenil, Savoy-Gressoney-Saint-Jean, Chatlard. Issony Castle is elegant, introducing visitors to a unique collection of antique furniture. And in the castle of Verre you can see impressive collection watercolors, drawings and prints of the 19th century, and even the royal hunting house.

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Cervinia

One of the most beloved resorts in Valle d'Aosta is called. Although it is a small town, you can have a great rest here, enjoy skiing and snowboarding. There are about 50 restaurants in the city that offer gourmet Italian Cuisine. Night clubs and bars invite guests. And for supporters of a healthy lifestyle, there are plenty of opportunities to go skiing and skiing. Because the skiing area here is almost the highest in Europe, it creates the feeling that on the lifts you are carried away straight into the sky.

The best time for skiing here is December, as well as February-March. You can ride on high mountain plateaus all year round: because of their height, there is always snow here. The resort is designed for skiers with an average level of training. Carefully thought out and well-prepared trails allow you to enjoy a leisurely descent along picturesque slopes, and sliding along difficult routes, attracting long downhill. Even if you stay in Cervinia for a long time, you will not get bored, because the routes are organized quite ingeniously.

Professionals will appreciate the difficult track called Bardoney. Intermediate skiers will definitely choose the Laghi-Cime-Bianche area and the Bontadini slope. You can try your hand at Gran Pista. For beginners, there are many pistes in Plan Maisons.

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Courmayeur

Most fashionable resort located near Mont Blanc. This is one of the most fashionable Alpine resorts. Great hotels, trendy shops, chic restaurants, social evenings and plenty of activities for non-skiers will make your stay unforgettable. A good skier can master the slopes in Courmayeur in a couple of days. The main skiing here is intended for skiers with an average level of training, and for beginners. The main ski area here is called Shekruit. For lovers of skiing, the Internazionale track will be interesting. Beginners can opt for Chetif, Prato or Pra-Neuron.

The ski sector of Val Veny is more difficult, as there are black runs and freeride slopes. The slopes of Competitione and Diretta stand out in particular. a separate topic can be called off-piste skiing. So, from the top of the Cross d'Arp, prepared trails do not go down, only off-piste routes. The longest such off-piste routes usually end in gentle slopes that have to be overcome on foot.

Courmayeur offers many bars, restaurants, discos, tasting rooms, pubs. It is considered a great success if there is a free table in them, it is better to reserve in advance, because they are always crowded. The most popular restaurants are La Piazzetta, American Bar, as well as bars Cadran Solaire, Roma Bar, Delle Guide and some others. Not far from Courmayeur there is a sports center called the Forum Sport Center. For amateurs there is a climbing wall, two tennis courts, an ice rink, golf, curling.

Fashionistas will appreciate the shops of Courmayeur. Here you can buy clothes of many famous Italian designers. Shops are located mainly on the main street Via Roma. There is no car traffic on it, so even simple walk you will surely like it.

Breathtaking mountains. Photoflickr.com

Celebrities

The region is adequately represented by athletes. , defender of Juventus and the Italian youth team Paolo De Ceglie was born in 1986 in Aosta.

Parents of an Italian skier, medalists Olympic Games, world champion Arianna Follis (born 1977) is from Gresoney-Saint-Jean.

Rene-Laurent Willermoz is an Italian biathlete. He was born in 1977 in Aosta.
French cyclist Maurice-Francois Garin (1871-1957), the first winner of the Tour de France stage race, was also born in this small area.

Olympic champion, world champion, winner of the World Cup - all this is about the Italian skier Marco Albarello, who was born in 1960 in Aosta.

Valle d'Aosta

Italy is famous for its first-class ski resorts, and one of these ski resorts tourist areas is the Valle d'Aosta region, or as it is also called the Aosta Valley here. The Aosta Valley is the smallest region of Italy, which is conveniently located in the most picturesque area Alpine mountains, here are such majestic peaks as Mont Blanc, Monte Rosa and Matterhorn.
Valle d'Aosta

Valle d'Aosta, Aosta Valley

Valle d'Aosta is an autonomous region in northwestern Italy, bordering Switzerland and France. Here are the peaks of the most high mountains Europe - Mont Blanc with a height of 4810 meters above sea level, Monte Rosa with a height of 4634 meters above sea level and the Matterhorn with a height of 4478 meters above sea level. And, despite its small size, this region offers its guests more than 1200 well-equipped and different levels trails. Most popular resorts- Aosta, Cervinia, Courmayeur, La Thuile, Pila and Monte Rosa.

Get to Aosta

To get to Valle d'Aosta, you need to use the nearest international airports, which are located 190 kilometers away and in Turin 100 kilometers away. You can also use local flights to Aosta Airport from. In addition, thanks to, you can use international airport Geneva, Switzerland, which is located 150 kilometers. All highways in the region are well planned, so the bus service between cities and airports is well developed.

Aosta Hotels

Despite its small size, the Valle d'Aosta region has a good choice hotels and apartments. Here are all categories of hotels from one star to five, as well as boarding houses, chalets, villas and other diversity. It remains only to choose suitable resort and hotel, in any case you will receive first-class service and hospitality.

Aosta is the northernmost ski resort Italy, with an abundance of antiquities from the time of the Roman Empire. This resort can not be called super-super, but it will satisfy the needs of even the most sophisticated tourists. There is absolutely everything for have a great holiday. All year round, Aosta is visited by lovers of skiing, mountaineering, rafting and mountain tourism, in addition, a woodcarving fair is held here every year, which has been held since 1000 AD.

Cervinia is one of the oldest and most diverse ski resorts in Italy, located on the southern slopes of the Matterhorn. In addition, Cervinia is also the highest mountain resort. This one is cute enough cozy town with an abundance of restaurants and hotels, here you can get pleasure just walking along its streets. The resort itself combines several villages - Breul-Cervinia at an altitude of 2050 meters and Valtornenche at an altitude of 1524 meters, and the most high point skiing is located at an altitude of 3480 meters.

Courmayeur is one of the most luxurious ski resorts in Italy. Here are the most expensive hotels, shops and restaurants. Sufficient quantity ski slopes, but mostly of medium difficulty. In addition, Courmayeur has a well-developed road connection, and is the most affordable resort, which is why residents and guests from Milan and Turin flock here on weekends. Courmayeur is a very picturesque place, it is often depicted on Christmas cards in Italy.

La Thuile - small resort, in comparison with other resorts of the Aosta Valley, is located on the slopes of Mont Blanc. This is a fairly quiet, cozy and modern town, where there are never queues for lifts, but there is a lot of snow. La Thuile is connected by a system of lifts to the French resort of La Rosiere, and is combined into a single ski area of ​​San Bernardo, which is located on ancient road Wallis-Digna.
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Pyla is a ski center designed for skiing on easy and medium slopes. An ideal place for those who come with children or are just starting to learn ski slopes. Here, the location of lifts and slopes is perfectly planned, and everything has been done for the convenience of skiing. In addition, the center of Pila is only twenty minutes by car. cable car from the resort of Aosta.

Monte Rosa is the youngest resort of the valley, here perfect place For a relaxing holiday. And although the resort is still developing rapidly, this does not bring any convenience to vacationers. Monte Rosa combines five valleys - Antagnon, Champoluc, Brusson, Gressoney-la-Trinite and Gressoney-Saint John, which are interconnected by a network of lifts and slopes.
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Attractions Aosta

The main attraction of the Valle d'Aosta region is its natural beauty. The local scenery is simply breathtaking. If you want to touch the clouds, you should definitely come to the Aosta Valley. Also, the Valley is rich in castles built along the road from Aosta to Turin, however, many of them are already in ruins. It is worth visiting such castles - Saint-Pierre Castle, Fenice Castle, Verre Castle. In addition, Pré-Saint-Didier has a large thermal and bath complex, which attracts tourists from all over the Aosta Valley. In Aosta there are many ancient sights - the Arch of Augustus, the Praetorian Gate, an arsenal with three small temples, the ruins of an old fortress, the ruins of a Roman amphitheater, as well as medieval monuments. Courmayeur is home to the medieval Mulqueen Tower. In La Thuile there is a wonderful Alpine Botanical Garden. And, of course, there are many lakes throughout the valley, mountain rivers, noisy waterfalls and picturesque forests.