Let's discover the most beautiful Aosta Valley castles amidst fairytale scenarios, history and nature The Aosta Valley is dotted with dozens and dozens of castles and ancient noble residences (they even seem to be more than 130!). Many date back to the Middle Ages, the Renaissance, up to the most recent dating back to the early 1900s, built with a defence function, perched on top of bursting reliefs or rolling hills. Visiting a castle in the Aosta Valley is an essential part of a tour to discover and get to know this region with breathtaking views. Many Aosta Valley castles can also be visited internally. Some castles in the Aosta Valley also host exhibitions and events that take on an extra charm in these historic environments. Are you fascinated by the Aosta Valley? Go on a 4-day trip between castles and taste! Below, you will find a list of the most beautiful Aosta Valley castles 👇 Savoy Castle in Gressoney-Saint-Jean Some castles in the Aosta Valley are built in strategic positions to be able to defend the surrounding villages, while others stand in beautiful places with breathtaking views. The latter is the case of Savoy Castle in the belvedere at the foot of Mount Colle della Ranzola, from which you can enjoy the immense view over the valley up to the glaciers. This castle in the Aosta Valley was the summer residence of Queen Margherita of Savoy. The Aosta Valley castle has got all the original furnishings and, in order to preserve the original flooring, visitors must wear shoe covers. The structure, designed by architect Emilio Stramucci with decorations by Carlo Cussetti and carvings on the coffered ceiling and wooden furniture by Michele Dellera, has got a medieval style and unfolds over three floors, plus the basement.
Let’s discover the most beautiful Aosta Valley castles amidst fairytale scenarios, history and nature The Aosta Valley is dotted with dozens and dozens of
