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Marika Abbà
July 7, 2022
Hiking
Col des Fontaines is located at 2,696 meters above sea level. From here you have a beautiful view of the surrounding peaks and partly of the Matterhorn.
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•Damiano 🇮🇹
July 3, 2025
Hiking
Col des Fontaines, at 2,695 meters above sea level, is an Alpine pass that enchants with its spectacular views between Val d’Ayas and Valtournenche. The path to reach it winds through pastures and larch forests, offering glimpses of uncontaminated nature and an atmosphere of great tranquility. It is the ideal starting point for exploring the nearby peaks or simply for enjoying a moment of peace immersed in the majestic mountains of the Aosta Valley.
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•Damiano 🇮🇹
July 3, 2025
Hiking
Col des Fontaines, at 2,695 meters above sea level, is an Alpine pass that enchants with its spectacular views between Val d’Ayas and Valtournenche. The path to reach it winds through pastures and larch forests, offering glimpses of uncontaminated nature and an atmosphere of great tranquility. It is the ideal starting point for exploring the nearby peaks or simply for enjoying a moment of peace immersed in the majestic mountains of the Aosta Valley.
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Best routes to Fontaines Pass
4.7
(18)
133
hikers
11.0km
05:13
750m
750m
Hard hike. Very good fitness required. Mostly accessible paths. Sure-footedness required.
Hard
4.8
(26)
144
hikers
12.8km
06:30
1,030m
1,030m
Hard hike. Very good fitness required. Mostly accessible paths. Sure-footedness required.
Hard
5.0
(2)
39
hikers
15.6km
09:13
1,450m
1,450m
Hard hike. Very good fitness required. Sure-footedness, sturdy shoes and alpine experience required.
Hard
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Elevation 2,680 m
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