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Walking in the Aosta Valley - Walks and scrambles in the shadows of Mont Blanc, the Matterhorn and Monte Rosa

Walking in the Aosta Valley - Walks and scrambles in the shadows of Mont Blanc, the Matterhorn and Monte Rosa

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Walking in the Aosta Valley - Walks and scrambles in the shadows of Mont Blanc, the Matterhorn and Monte Rosa is a guide book to 32 walks in the Italian Aosta Valley.

Walking in the Aosta Valley is a guidebook to 32 walks and scrambles in the Aosta Valley. Exploring the dramatic scenery of the Italian Alps there’s something for both beginner and experienced walkers, from short leisurely walks to scrambles and protected routes bordering on mountaineering.

The Aosta Valley runs south and eastwards from the mighty south side of Mont Blanc. It has an abundance of spectacular mountain terrain, beautiful valleys and amazing wildlife. It's one of the really special areas of the Alps. 

Routes range from 4 to 20km (2–12 miles) in length and can be enjoyed in 1–6 hours. A handful of trail runs and via ferrata are also summarised in brief.

  • 1:50,000 maps are included for each route
  • GPX files available to download
  • Detailed information on accommodation, public transport and wildlife
  • Highlights include walks to Forte di Bard and Grand St Bernard Monastery
  • Published May 2022
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