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Gressoney Saint-Jean charming Aosta Valley resort, cross-country skiing and hiking

Savoy castle in Gressoney Saint Jean

In the heart of the Pennine Alps, at the foot of Monte Rosa in Valle d'Aosta stands the delightful mountain town of Gressoney-Saint-Jean. We are in the Aosta Valley area at 1,385 meters above sea level in the middle of the Lys valley. Valle that takes its name from the homonymous stream. Equidistant from Piedmont and Switzerland, Gressoney-Saint-Jean has deservedly carved out over the years a prestigious destination position suitable for tourism in all seasons. The town is characterized by the predominant presence of the Walser community: the ancient settlers who came from Germany in the Alpine valleys, around the 8th century, to dedicate oneself to breeding and pastoralism. The cultural heritage left by the settlers is still reflected in the language spoken by the Gressonarians: the typical Walser dialect of German origin, but in reality well different from pure German. Tourists who arrive in Gressoney find themselves immediately immersed in a picturesque and breathtaking setting, characterized by the imposing Lyskamm glacier and the familiar presence of Monte Rosa whose majesty has nothing to envy the glacier. A real paradise to explore for mountaineering enthusiasts. The crossing of the Lyskamm is in fact one of the most fascinating and evocative that can be accomplished along the entire arc of the Alpine chain. The area is rich in infrastructure dedicated to winter sports lovers: from alpine skiing to Nordic skiing. The latter is divided along a 25 km track surrounded by woods and glaciers where, in January, the prestigious international race of Monterosalauf also takes place. A few steps from the town, another beautiful natural oasis is the one represented by Lake Gover, of artificial origin and with the enchanting emerald green waters. Perfect for a walk in the open air and pure among pine and fir trees, enchanting to admire all the grandeur of the Monte Rosa chain reflected in its waters. The lake also lends itself perfectly to the territorial vocation of multi-seasonal tourism: ice skating in winter and sport fishing in summer are the main activities that can be practiced there. If then from the lake you want to take a pleasant walk through a path in the woods far from impervious, called the Queen's Walk, in half an hour or so From there it is possible to reach the Savoy Castle. This is the favorite tourist residence by Queen Margaret; built in 1894 it immediately became a destination for her holidays. Inside it is also possible to visit the very rich botanical garden. Another renowned half of the core of the castle is the Romitage Carducci, a little house that the queen dedicated to the supreme poet to celebrate the esteem and mutual admiration that intervened with each other. The one towards the Lyskamm Glacier is not the only mountaineering crossing that can be made from Gressoney. In the summer season, using different ski lifts, you can take different excursions in the Aosta Valley. One of the most loved by mountaineers is the one that leads from Gressoney to Courmayeur. The destinations and cultural attractions of the valley are not limited to the aforementioned Savoy Castle. Particularly interesting is the Beck Peccoz Wildlife Museum, with its four thematic exhibition halls. From the wildlife of the Valle d'Aosta (deer, chamois, roe deer) to the rich assortment of weapons belonging to the Beck-Peccoz family, here is just a little taste of it ograve; that you can admire inside the museum.

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Hotel Gran Baita

Gressoney Saint Jean (11 Km)

e-mail www +39125.355535-347.8737700

Residenza del Sole

Gressoney Saint Jean (11 Km) - Località Fridau

e-mail www +39125.357400

Au Charmant Petit Lac

Champoluc (24 Km) - Route Ramey 50

e-mail www +39125.308765

Le Coeur du Pont

Donnas (2 Km)

e-mail www +39125.809378

Ca' dal Lys

Pont Saint Martin (4 Km)

e-mail www +39347.4101583

B&B Solan

Verres (7 Km)

e-mail www +39347.7103660

Bec Raty

Champorcher (9 Km)

e-mail www +39329.9604650

Appartamenti Mont Avic Resort

Champdepraz (10 Km)

e-mail www +39125.960413

Maison d'hôtes Victoret

Challand Saint Victor (10 Km)

e-mail www +39328.9071209

La Luge d'Antan

Brusson (16 Km)

e-mail www +39345.8221617

Parc Hotel Billia

Saint Vincent (17 Km)

e-mail www +39166.5231

Lo Matsòn

Chambave (21 Km)

e-mail www +39349.5375139

Aretse

Verrayes (23 Km)

e-mail www +39335.5634765

Da Verena

Fenis (23 Km)

e-mail www +39339.2698934

HOTEL PUNTA ZERBION

Champoluc (24 Km) - Frazione Corbet, 8

e-mail www +39125305766

B&B di Capanna Carla

Gressoney la Trinite' (24 Km)

e-mail www +39348.3238967

RTA - Lo Scoiattolo

La Magdeleine (24 Km)

e-mail www +39166.548240

Maison Engaz

Torgnon (24 Km)

e-mail www +393483100286

La Barma Appartamenti

Nus (26 Km)

e-mail www +39331.4938171

Rascard d'Antan

Chamois (27 Km)

e-mail www +39345.8942730

Lazy Bee Camping Village

Quart (29 Km)

e-mail www +39165.765862

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Forte di Bard

Bard

The Fort of Bard represents one of the best forts built in the early nineteenth century. It remained almost intact, it is possible to visit it from Monday to Friday from 10.00 to 13.00 and from 14.00 to 16.00. It consists of three main buildings: the Opera Ferdinando, the Opera Vittorio, and the highest, the Opera Carlo Alberto.

Torre di Champorcher

Champorcher (10 Km)

It is a tower dating back to the 14th century, used as a signaling tower during the Middle Ages. It's what's left of the Castle, which has been destroyed. Today it is the symbol of the country of Champorcher. It is possible to visit the tower only externally.

Torre Pramotton

Donnas (5 Km)

Also known as Vert Tower is a medieval tower located in the town of Pramotton, in the municipality of Donnas. It has a hexagonal shape and a raised front door for extreme defense in the event of an attack.

Castello di lssogne

Issogne (7 Km)

Considered as one of the most famous castles in Val d'Aosta, the Castle of Issogne is located in the locality “La Place”. It is possible to visit its inner courtyard where there is a fountain and the porch with various frescoes. The Castle can be visited through a guided tour.

Castello di Saint-Germain

Montjovet (14 Km)

The Castle of Saint-Germain is located in the hamlet of Montjovet, in Valle d'Aosta. Its position (on a rocky spur at 656 m) allowed to better control and defend the village. It turns out to be one of the most strategic castles in the Aosta Valley together with the Fort of Bard and the Castle of Châtel-Argent.

Castello di Chenal

Montjovet (15 Km)

The Chenal Castle also known as Tour Chenal, located a few kilometers from the municipality of Montjovet, is an ancient medieval castle of Aosta Valley. It was built in the 13th century by the Chenal family. After seconds of abandonment, only the ruins remain of the castle.

Tour d' Hereraz

Perloz (5 Km)

Castello di Verrès

Verres (7 Km)

A majestic example of monoblock castle, it was built in the last decade of the fourteenth century by Ibleto of Challant, member of one of the leading noble families in Valle d'Aosta.

Castello dei Savoia

Gressoney Saint Jean (25 Km)

Built at start of '900 for Queen Margherita of Savoy, which lived there until 1925. Currently a pine forest surrounds the Savoy Castle. From the castle you can enjoy an excellent view over the Monte Rosa.

Museo regionale della fauna alpina Beck-Peccoz

Gressoney Saint Jean (20 Km)

The Beck-Peccoz Wildlife Museum houses four thematic exhibition halls and numerous hunting trophies from the Beck-Peccoz collection and the most important species of alpine fauna.

Chiesa di San giovanni Battista

Gressoney Saint Jean (20 Km)

Originally from 1500 and later rebuilt in 1725, is the parish church of Gressoney Saint-Jean. The interiors are elegant and large.

Museo Naturalistico

Champdepraz (13 Km)

The Naturalistic Museum is divided into rooms, two in general. In the first room there are some display cases with birds, mammals and insects while in the second room there are illustrations of local uses.

Castello Superiore di Arnad

Arnad (3 Km)

The Upper Arnad Castle is located right next to the Machaby Valley in the municipality of Arnad. The castle was built by Saverio of Arnad, between the 12th and 13th centuries. Unlike the Lower Castle of Arnad, it is not possible to visit its interior as it remains to be private property and not of the Valle d'Aosta region.

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Caves Cooperatives De Donnas

Donnas (2 Km)

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Comune di Bard

Bard

I.A.T. Ufficio Informazioni e di Accoglienza Turistica Bard

Bard

Comune di Gaby

Gaby (12 Km)

Comune di Champorcher

Champorcher (9 Km)

Comune Pont Saint Martin

Pont Saint Martin (4 Km)

Comune di Verres

Verres (8 Km)

Comune di Gressoney Saint Jean

Gressoney Saint Jean (20 Km)

Comune di Lillianes

Lillianes (8 Km)

Comune di Issime

Issime (12 Km)

Comune di Pontboset

Pontboset (5 Km)

A.P.T.Monte Rosa Walser

Gressoney Saint Jean (20 Km)

Comune di Borgofranco D'Ivrea

Borgofranco d'Ivrea (14 Km)

Comune di Brosso

Brosso (14 Km)

Comune di Lessolo

Lessolo (16 Km)

Comune di Quincinetto

Quincinetto (7 Km)

Comune di Settimo Vittone

Settimo Vittone (14 Km)

Comune di Traversella

Traversella (11 Km)

Comune di Vico Canavese

Valchiusa (13 Km)

Aiat la Porta della Vallèe

Pont Saint Martin (4 Km)

Iat Monte Rosa Verres

Verres (8 Km)

Pro Loco

Issime (12 Km)

Champdepraz Information

Champdepraz (11 Km)

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Verres (8 Km)

Pro Loco Champorcher

Champorcher (10 Km)

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Borgofranco d'Ivrea (14 Km)

I.A.T. Ufficio Informazioni e di Accoglienza Turistica Brosso

Brosso (14 Km)

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Carema (6 Km)

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Challand Saint Victor (10 Km)

I.A.T. Ufficio Informazioni e di Accoglienza Turistica Champdepraz

Champdepraz (11 Km)

I.A.T. Ufficio Informazioni e di Accoglienza Turistica Champorcher

Champorcher (10 Km)

I.A.T. Ufficio Informazioni e di Accoglienza Turistica Donnas

Donnas (2 Km)

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Fontainemore (10 Km)

I.A.T. Ufficio Informazioni e di Accoglienza Turistica Gaby

Gaby (16 Km)

I.A.T. Ufficio Informazioni e di Accoglienza Turistica GressoneY-SainT-Jean

Gressoney Saint Jean (12 Km)

I.A.T. Ufficio Informazioni e di Accoglienza Turistica Issime

Issime (12 Km)

I.A.T. Ufficio Informazioni e di Accoglienza Turistica Issogne

Issogne (7 Km)

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Lessolo (16 Km)

I.A.T. Ufficio Informazioni e di Accoglienza Turistica Lillianes

Lillianes (8 Km)

I.A.T. Ufficio Informazioni e di Accoglienza Turistica Montjovet

Montjovet (12 Km)

I.A.T. Ufficio Informazioni e di Accoglienza Turistica Nomaglio

Nomaglio (12 Km)

I.A.T. Ufficio Informazioni e di Accoglienza Turistica Perloz

Perloz (5 Km)

I.A.T. Ufficio Informazioni e di Accoglienza Turistica Pontboset

Pontboset (5 Km)

I.A.T. Ufficio Informazioni e di Accoglienza Turistica PonT-SainT-Martin

Pont Saint Martin (4 Km)

I.A.T. Ufficio Informazioni e di Accoglienza Turistica Quassolo

Quassolo (12 Km)

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Quincinetto (7 Km)

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Settimo Vittone (9 Km)

I.A.T. Ufficio Informazioni e di Accoglienza Turistica Tavagnasco

Tavagnasco (9 Km)

I.A.T. Ufficio Informazioni e di Accoglienza Turistica Traversella

Traversella (11 Km)

I.A.T. Ufficio Informazioni e di Accoglienza Turistica Valchiusa

Valchiusa (13 Km)

Pro - Loco

Champorcher (7 Km)

Pro Loco

Pont Saint Martin (4 Km)

Pro - Loco

Verres (8 Km)

Comune di Tavagnasco

Tavagnasco (12 Km)

Comune di Trausella

Valchiusa (13 Km)

Comune di Nomaglio

Nomaglio (9 Km)

Comune di Quassolo

Quassolo (12 Km)

Comune di Andrate

Andrate (13 Km)

Comune di Carema

Carema (6 Km)

Comune di Donnas

Donnas (2 Km)

Comunita' Montana Dora Baltea Canavesana

Settimo Vittone (9 Km)

Comunita' Montana Mont Rose

Pont Saint Martin (4 Km)

I.A.T. Ufficio Informazioni e di Accoglienza Turistica Andrate

Andrate (14 Km)

I.A.T. Ufficio Informazioni e di Accoglienza Turistica Arnad

Arnad (5 Km)

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