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Brusson is a renowned mountain resort, renowned for its tranquil atmosphere and Alpine landscapes. Its heart is the lake, an easily accessible body of water perfect for relaxing walks, picnics, and outdoor activities. In winter, the town becomes a hub for cross-country skiing.

The village of Saint-Jacques-des-Allemands, located at almost 1,700 meters above sea level, is a small pearl nestled at the end of the Ayas Valley. Here, the characteristic Walser-style houses nestle on the slopes of the Rosa massif mountains, creating a unique landscape where history, traditional architecture and nature blend harmoniously. Walking through its streets means immersing yourself in a timeless atmosphere, between ancient Alpine traditions and breathtaking views of the surrounding peaks.

The Church of San Giacomo dei Germani, dedicated to Saint James the Greater, apostle and patron saint of Spain, is a place full of history and spirituality. Located in the small Walser village of Cunéaz, it is part of the Camino de Santiago, the famous pilgrimage that leads to Santiago de Compostela, where the saint rests. The simple and intimate church offers visitors a moment of pause and reflection, immersed in an atmosphere that combines Alpine tradition with the universal spirituality of the cult of Saint James.

A green lung with benches in the middle of a hill

Hill with gentle slopes and a short climb

The Col de Joux is a picturesque pass connecting the Ayas Valley to the central valley. The gradients to reach it, both from Saint-Vincent and from Brusson, are always manageable, but never negligible. The word Joux likely derives from a pre-Latin term meaning wooded hill. Others, however, maintain a Latin connection to the word Jugum, meaning yoke, and hence hill.

At almost 1,700 meters above sea level there is the characteristic village of Saint-Jacques (Saint-Jacques-des-Allemads is the full name). The town is a little gem set at the end of the Ayas valley: the Walser-style houses sit on the slopes of the peaks of the Rosa massif.

The Chiesa Parrocchiale di Saint-Vincent, dedicated to San Vincenzo, is a historically important church in the Aosta Valley region. It stands on the foundations of a Roman building dating from the IV-V centuries, possibly a patrician villa or a public building with a calidarium1. The church itself was built in the XI century by the Benedictines and has undergone several renovations since then. Below the church is an archaeological site that reveals a rich history, including a mansio - a Roman building that served as an inn for travelers - complete with balnea, or bathing facilities. This site was known and visited long before the Romans arrived, with evidence of habitation dating back to the Late Bronze Age.