9 hour(s) 30 minute(s)
English
Included
€ 580
€ 533.60
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Aosta Valley, one of Italy’s most picturesque regions, is a must-visit destination for history enthusiasts and nature lovers alike. This tour takes you on an unforgettable journey through the valley’s breathtaking landscapes, offering a unique opportunity to explore its rich history. Accompanied by a knowledgeable guide, you will visit four of the most renowned castles in the region: Sarre, Fenis, Verres, and Issogne. As you travel between these medieval fortresses, your guide will share fascinating stories and historical details about each castle, enriching your understanding of the region's past. After each visit, you’ll have free time to explore the castles on your own, taking in their stunning architecture and surroundings.
After a day filled with captivating sightseeing, you will be welcomed at a traditional Aosta Valley farmhouse for an authentic lunch, where you’ll have the opportunity to savor the region’s finest products and local culinary specialties. The farmhouse meal offers a true taste of Aosta’s rich agricultural heritage, providing a perfect complement to the historical exploration of the area. With over nine hours devoted to uncovering the secrets of Aosta Valley, from its famous castles to its vibrant culture and stunning landscapes, this tour ensures a balanced and immersive experience. By the end of the day, you’ll not only have a deeper understanding of the region’s history and traditions but also unforgettable memories and a newfound appreciation for the beauty and authenticity of this picturesque corner of Italy.
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In the middle of the mountains, with breathtaking landscapes: the fairytale castle of the queen. The one-hour guided tour tells how the queen decided to build the castle in that small village, the five years it took to complete the work - from 1899 to 1904, how the king never set foot in the castle and the modernization with heating and electricity. From the Pont-Saint-Martin motorway exit to the Castle it takes about an hour by car. Dogs allowed in a carrier. We recommend purchasing one of the many Valle d'Aosta Cards to visit all the sites and castles.
The castle itself is magical, seems like it has been taken out of a fantasy film. Truly beautiful, wonderful scenery in the forest and with Monte Rosa views. We entered the castle for a small fee of a few Euros, but the only way is with a guided tour, which was in Italian so we didn’t understand. It was a shame that the main staircase, supposed to be the most beautiful feature, was in maintenance work. The tour was for an hour and you could not move freely. Despite the subtle disappointment from the tour and maintenance work, the castle was amazing and worth it.
Amazing place to visit in the middle of the mountains. Nothing to do with the very touristic and crowded places. The environment is so peaceful. I could learn a lot from here.
This summer residence castle was built for the Queen Margherita of Savoy from 1899 to 2004. It must have been a major undertaking, just like the Margherita refuge that was constructed for her mountain excursions on Monte-Rosa above 4000 m altitude. You are obliged to visit the castle with a guide which will give you all the stories and anecdotes you need to understand what was going on in the royal family in the beginning of the 20th century. I had an excellent and fun guide. The only problem is that you need to have a rather good knowledge of Italian to follow the stories you are told since all guides appear to speak Italian only. When I visited a Friday mid June of 2025, the magnificent interior main stairs were unfortunately under restoration so this section was closed. You had to mount to the first floor via the main tower in a staircase that was used by her guards. The restoration of the castle after it had been purchased by the region of Aosta had managed to recover parts, but far from all of the original furniture. There is one of the rooms on the 1st floor where there are photographs documenting how it looked like in daily life at the time the queen was here as well as of her husband Umberto I. The view from the glassed veranda over parts of Monte-Rosa is exquisite.
This is a wonderful castle that has been conceived and built in the early 20th century, in the style of a medieval castle, but with all the technology and modern comforts of the time. For example, electricity for lighting, a central heating system and a telephone.. this large mansionhouse was built based upon the desires of the Queen Margherita of Savoy, wife of the King Umberto I, and a great admirer of the Aosta Valley, and in particular of the Gressoney Valley. The decorations throughout the castle reflect the heraldic symbols, coats of arms and mottos of the House of Savoy. A guided tour is highly recommended, given the added value of all the historical, symbolic decorations and biographic information one can get. The garden around the castle is very nice and interesting as well, as it is in fact quite a botanical garden where plant species from all over the world are represented. The visit of the whole property is highly recommended, as is a reservation.
