Your adventure begins in the lower reaches of the Aosta Valley, among imposing fortresses and traditional flavors, and ends with a well-deserved spa relaxation.

📍 Bard Fortress

Begin your journey with the imposing Fortress of Bard, a 19th-century fortress overlooking the Dora Baltea Valley. Explore its museums, stroll through the walls, and enjoy the panoramic views. It is a true open-air museum and a major cultural center.

📍 Castles of Issogne and Verrès

Continue your exploration with two medieval jewels: the Castle of Issogne and the Castle of Verrès. The first, a stately home with breathtaking interior frescoes and an unusual pomegranate fountain in the courtyard. The second, a magnificent example of medieval military architecture, with its cubic bulk and imposing walls. Both will transport you to an era of knights and ladies.

📍 Salumificio Maison Bertolin

After so much history, a mouth-watering stop at Maison Bertolin Salumificio in Hône will allow you to savor the true flavors of the Aosta Valley. Here you can discover and taste traditional local cured meats, such as Lardo di Arnad DOP and mocetta. An authentic experience for the palate.

📍 Saint Vincent and its thermal baths

End the day in Saint Vincent, the renowned spa resort. Treat yourself to a moment of pure relaxation at the Saint Vincent Spa, where water with beneficial properties will rejuvenate you after a day of discovery. The town also offers a pleasant atmosphere for an evening stroll.

Tips for Day 1

• ☕ For a break or a drink: If you're in the Verrès area, try Tanpì Food and Drinks.
• 🍝 For dinner: In Saint Vincent, Vinosteria Borracho is perfect for authentic flavors and a good glass of local wine.

🛏️ Where to stay?

In Saint Vincent,Hotel Alla Posta offers comfort and a convenient location for exploring the area and enjoying the spa.

The second day will take you through more of the Aosta Valley's enchanted scenery, discovering lonely castles and nooks and crannies where nature and local flavors come together.

📍 Cly Castle

Start the day by climbing up to Cly Castle, an ancient fortress perched on a rocky promontory overlooking the valley. Its ruins, laden with history, offer an evocative atmosphere and breathtaking views of the Aosta Valley.

📍 Fénis Castle

Then continue to the magnificent Castle of Fénis, one of the most famous and best preserved in the Aosta Valley. With its crenellated towers, double walls and picturesque frescoed courtyard, you'll feel as if you've stepped back in time. It is a true symbol of medieval Aosta Valley architecture.

📍 Les Granges

Conclude your trip by exploring the resort of Les Granges. This picturesque village is not only a charming example of rural architecture typical of the Aosta Valley, but it is also a place where you can immerse yourself in the local food and wine culture. Excellent wines are produced here, offering an opportunity for authentic tastings and an experience of staying immersed in the tranquility of nature.

Tips for Day 2

• 🍷 For a tasting: In Les Granges, look for local wineries to sample typical Aosta Valley wines.

🛏️ Where to stay?

At Les Granges, it offers overnight accommodations, giving you an authentic and relaxing experience in a rural, wine-growing setting. I was pleasantly satisfied with it.