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a beautiful artificial lake with tables and picnic areas where it is pleasant to stop and it is possible to take a walk on the path that goes all around the lake

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.

It offers a view of the valley, don't underestimate the climb back up if you leave your car at the chairlift facilities above.

Hill with gentle slopes and a short climb

Champoluc is a jewel of a village at the foot of Monte Rosa. Every corner tells the story of the mountain. It is an ideal starting point for some 4000 meters known throughout the world.

The resort of Champoluc is renowned for winter sports, from the small downhill skiing resort of Antagnod to the well-known facilities of the Monterosa Ski area of Frachey and Champoluc, which, with over 100 km of slopes, connect the Val d'Ayas, the Gressoney Valley and the Valsesia.

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.