It goes without saying that the climate of the Aosta Valley is quite harsh and indeed the population mostly lives in the area of the Dora Baltea valley, where temperatures are milder. Untouched nature, spectacular glaciers, free and protected animals, culture, history, castles: holidays in the Aosta Valley are special.
Despite being so small and sparsely populated, the Aosta Valley is among the richest regions of Italy mainly thanks to the natural wonders that are the foundation of its tourism success.
Just to mention the Gran Paradiso National Park, the ski resorts, the castles, and the high-level accommodations to understand why tourists flock to the Aosta Valley, a delightful region to visit any time of the year. Courmayeur is the quintessential chic and cosmopolitan destination, as well as a very popular ski resort; equally notable are Gressoney, Champoluc, Cogne, Pila, Breuil-Cervinia, Valtournenche, and La Thuile.
The thermal baths in the Aosta Valley are also very beautiful and well equipped, as are the Ottonian frescoes of Saint Ursus and the Aosta Cathedral. And for those who enjoy betting and gaming, the Casinò de la Vallée of Saint-Vincent is famous as one of the largest casinos in Europe.
