Italy’s mountainous Aosta Valley (Valle d’Aosta) region knows how to put on a show, surrounded by some of Europe’s highest peaks: Matterhorn, Monte Rosa, Gran Paradiso and the king of them all, Mont Blanc. It’s this location at the heart of the Alps which has created a jaw-dropping landscape overlaid with a unique cultural legacy and distinctive gastronomic traditions.
Where else can you carve a route through three countries within sight of Europe’s highest massif, or find Germanic-influenced Walser villages overlooking sweeping alpine valleys? Suitable for experienced hikers and leisurely walkers alike, the trails that run along its ridges and meander through its valleys are a delight to explore. Follow centuries-old paths and tracks like these to uncover its secrets.
