In the heart of the Pennine Alps, at the foot of Monte Rosa 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.

The folklore side of Gressoney's tourism inevitably marries with its connection with the Walser culture. In the historic center it is possible to admire some houses originating from the period of colonization, which develop around the church of John the Baptist. The latter, originally from 1500, was then rebuilt almost entirely in 1725. In the parish museum it is possible to admire one of the oldest testimonies of sacred art in the whole Valle D'Aosta: an impressive crucifix dating back to the 13th century.

Always about folklore and St. John. On 24 June the Patronal Festival is celebrated, a true apotheosis of the Walser culture. After the bonfires of the evening before, which illuminate in a suggestive way the whole valley; on the day of the party the great procession takes place, which culminates with the offer of lambs in the churchyard of the church.

It seems necessary to spend a few words on the costume of Gressoney, worn by women on all the main occasions, the feast of St. John in the first place. Strongly attributable to the Walser culture, the costume includes a long red skirt, a white blouse, a black apron and a black velvet bib, also finely adorned with gold embroidery. . Completely a gold filigree crown headset, knotted by a ribbon.

Legend tells that Queen Margaret also loved wearing this costume during her holiday stays, and that it is precisely to her the embellishments and the embellishments and the ornaments made to the headset compared to its original version. Mountain, nature, pure air, healthy and sporty life and breathtaking views; Folklore, art, tradition and culture. What more to ask for a holiday? You find all this condensed in one place: Gressoney Saint Jean. We are waiting for you!