Despite its tiny topography, the Aosta Valley is as majestic as it gets. Sweeping Alpine landscapes are dotted with centuries-old castles, fortresses, turrets and towers that still seem to stand watch over picture-book palatial estates. Just beyond the city of Aosta, a trail of fortresses offers a window into the region’s monarchical, military and political past.
With each climb to one of these mountain bastions, you’ll gain a sharper sense of the valley’s heritage, along with breathtaking vantage points that more than reward the effort. Hire a car (or a local driver) and hit the road to experience the power, elegance and military engineering that defines this part of the Aosta Valley.
