The regional capital is located in the middle of the valley of the same name. The city still has the layout of the old Roman castrum, and in the car-free centre several monuments recall the Roman period. Aosta was a lively religious centre in the Middle Ages. St. Anselm, the later Archbishop of Canterbury who died in 1109, was born here. Today Aosta is a busy tourist hub at the crossroads of the roads to the Great St. Bernard Pass and Switzerland.

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February 8, 2023

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During the Sant'Orso fair, the beautiful central square of Aosta transforms into a real market. One of the symbolic squares of the city of Aosta, amazing from both an aesthetic and historical point of view.

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August 7, 2023

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Piazza Émile Chanoux was named after Émile Chanoux, a local politician and resistance fighter during World War II. He campaigned for the autonomy of the Aosta Valley and was executed during the Italian fascist period. The course naming honors his legacy.

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Best Hikes to Émile Chanoux Square

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1. Walking in the center of Aosta

3.96km

01:01

10m

Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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2. From Aymavilles to Aosta via Côte de Gargantua (Cammino Balteo Stage 18)

24.7km

08:17

950m

Historic trail from medieval castle to Aosta through legendary giant's burial site and terraced vineyards.

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3. Arch of Augustus (Aosta) – Roman Bridge loop from Aosta

12.5km

03:32

240m

Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Mostly accessible paths. Sure-footedness required.

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Elevation 580 m

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Monday 26 January

4°C

-1°C

57 %

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Max wind speed: 2.0 km/h

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Location: Aosta, Aosta Valley, Italy

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Émile Chanoux Square

1. Walking in the center of Aosta

2. From Aymavilles to Aosta via Côte de Gargantua (Cammino Balteo Stage 18)

3. Arch of Augustus (Aosta) – Roman Bridge loop from Aosta

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