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The Aosta Valley: A Hidden Gem for Wine Enthusiasts

The Aosta Valley is not only renowned for its mountain landscapes and winter sports; it’s also a treasure for wine lovers. Winemaking in the Aosta Valley is an ancient tradition, rooted in the cultivation of native grape varieties grown with dedication and hard work on steep slopes and high-altitude terraces. Wines from the Aosta Valley capture bold and intense flavors, combining the intense mountain sunshine with the fresh Alpine breezes.

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Discover Aosta Valley in mountain bike

Have you ever thought about exploring Aosta Valley by bike? This magnificent region offers some of the best locations for mountain biking, thanks to the combination of breathtaking landscapes and thrilling trails. Each area offers routes with specific features, so all you have to do is choose the route that best suits your needs and set off to explore Aosta Valley!

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Your Comprehensive Ski Gear Guide

Ski slopes always offer endless excitement: the silence, the breathtaking scenery, and the adrenaline of the descents create a mix of emotions that once experienced, it's hard not to repeat! However, one must be prepared to face this new experience: what is the most suitable ski equipment for a beginner, how to dress to avoid sweating or feeling cold? How to choose skis for tackling the slopes for the first time?

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Christmas markets 2023 in Aosta Valley

Valle d'Aosta is one of the most enchanting destinations to immerse yourself in the Christmas atmosphere. Among the numerous attractions offered by this winter region, Christmas markets are an absolute must not to be missed. Discover the magic of these enchanting markets, stretching from Aosta to Gressoney, and participate in unique events such as the arrival of Rhémy de Noël in Courmayeur or the Santa Claus village at Forte di Bard.

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Family Ski Holiday in Italy

Organizing a family ski holiday in Italy is a unique experience: children will be captivated by the magic of snow, and fun is guaranteed... paying attention to a few small details will make your holidays in Italy with children perfect!

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Cervinia Weather

Have you decided to plan your holiday in Breuil Cervinia but don't know the average temperatures? Find out the weather forecast month by month in Breuil Cervinia and the activities this splendid location offers!

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Fontina Fonduta

Going on holiday in the Aosta Valley is not just about skiing, snow, relaxation, and fun- it is also about excellent cuisine and unique flavors… let's discover Valdostana Fontina Fonduta!

 

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Christmas Markets in Valle D'Aosta 2022

The magic of Christmas begins to peek out, and you begin to smell and taste the flavors of the Christmas period. You already start thinking about the lights and decorations, so why not immerse yourself in the Christmas atmosphere by organizing a nice tour around the Aosta Valley Christmas markets?

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Ski World Cup 2022

Autumn 2022 is approaching and with it a unique event: the Ski World Cup race for the first time in Cervinia-Zermatt. The men's downhill will take place on 29/30 October while the women's downhill will take place on 5/6 November. 

Here are all the answers to your curiosities and information to participate in the highest altitude World Cup and the first cross-border race in history!

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Have you ever tasted Genepi drink?

Yellow-green color, intense herbaceous aroma, and a full and bitter taste… this is Genepi drink! Famous liqueur in the Aosta Valley, but little known in other regions because it has always been produced in this area. Its digestive property makes it perfect after a rich tasting of typical products!
During your holiday in the Aosta Valley, don't miss the opportunity to try the unique taste of Genepi!

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Easter in the Mountains

Easter is at the door and organizing a holiday in the mountains is the ideal solution: enjoy the longest days by skiing on the slopes full of snow and kissed by the sun, or relaxing by having a regenerating snowshoe hike followed by a rich tasting of typical dishes!

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Summer Holidays in the Mountains

Every day we are subjected to strong psychophysical stress: schedules, deadlines, daily work...traffic! Summer holidays provide the perfect opportunities to disconnect and relax- and what's better than a summer holiday in the mountains? The slow pace, the wonderful nature immersion, the fresh air- they all ensure undeniable benefits for our health.

The mountains offer countless activities for both adults and children. You are spoiled with the number of choices, even if now and then you could do nothing and just relax!

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Cervinia summer skiing

The winter season has sadly almost passed without the possibility of enjoying the splendid mountains and ski slopes ... nothing is lost though! Summer skiing will give us the opportunity to do the much-needed skiing and to recover part of what was lost during the winter season! So let's prepare skis and boots and try to understand the best destinations to consider for our exciting summer skiing!

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Matterhorn Rock Climbing

Mountains have always been drawn in the shape of a triangle with the top pointing towards the sky ... the Matterhorn is considered the perfect mountain and it is just like that: it stands isolated from the rest of the mountain range in the enchanting Valtournenche, it represents the dream of many climbers who would like to reach it at least once in their life...

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Valtournenche and Cervinia Ski School

The ski holiday is the ideal time to relax, enjoy beautiful landscapes and, why not, learn to ski or try new emotions by freeriding or freestyle! To learn how to ski or snowboard it is important to be looked after by expert instructors and the ski schools of Cervinia and Valtournenche can offer you great professionalism, experience and knowledge of the area!

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Fontina Cheese

Imagine your perfect holiday in Aosta Valley ... the snow-capped peaks, the silence, the crackling of a lit fireplace and the unique taste of the queen of the region's typical products: Fontina Cheese!

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Why Holiday Homes make the ideal solution for your getaway this year

This holiday season is most certainly a different one than we have been used to. However, it doesn’t mean that you can’t enjoy a getaway with your loved ones, in a safe and secure environment. The holiday rentals industry hit over $38B in 2019 for the simple reason that people no longer wanted to be staying in hotels and opted for a more personal approach, a “home away from home” type scenario.

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Alfresco dining in the mountains

When planning a holiday in Cervinia and Valtournenche, yes the most obvious activity on the itinerary is definitely which piste to unleash the dare devil in you but why not tap into your culinary tastes as well? There is nothing more romantic than being nestled into a tiny little wood cabin restaurant, roaring fire, glass of local premium wine and enjoying hearty plates of Valle d’Aostan cuisine.

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How to holiday in Zermatt without the expensive price tag!

Zermatt is a resort known all around the world for its skiing, climbing and hiking, not to mention its stunning scenery, mountain chalets, picturesque town centre and let’s not forget to mention; rather expensive price tag! If you fancy a winter vacation in the mountains but don’t like the idea of an overinflated budget, then why not head to Zermatt’s neighbour, Cervinia.

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Best places to ski in Italy

With winter on the horizon now is the perfect time to start booking your ski holiday! With some of the best places to ski in Italy, you are most definitely spoilt for choice and whichever region you choose, you are guaranteed to be left in awe of the spectacular beauty and nature that surrounds you.

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Ski Chalet Holidays 2019 - 2020

The winter season is almost upon us and now is the time to start booking your ski chalet holidays for 2019 and 2020. And what better place to visit, than Cervinia; a town full of some of the best ski resorts in the Italian Alps and home to the infamous Matterhorn mountain which stands high and overlooks the valleys.

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Luxury Ski Chalets Italy

The ski season is upon us and many are searching for the best luxury ski chalets in Italy to plan their winter vacation. HelloChalet are absolutely delighted to present our latest offering. View more...

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Valtournenche Italy

Valtournenche is a traditional mountain village located 1,500 m above sea level and maintains the old world charm with its rustic homes made from wood and stone that evoke a sense of tranquility and tradition.

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Ski from your doorstep!

When booking a ski holiday, there is really nothing better than being able to ski from your doorstep and be a stone’s throw away from the piste….not only for the convenience of not having to hire a car but to be able to totally maximise your day on the slopes without any transport hassle!

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