Discover Courmayeur Mont Blanc, a gem on the slopes of Mont Blanc—enchanting landscapes and traditions for a magical, year-round experience.
Courmayeur Mont Blanc, an enchanting gem with spectacular views, nestled at the foot of majestic Mont Blanc, is the perfect destination for lovers of the mountains, hiking en plein air, and outdoor sports. This precious oasis of biodiversity is rich in historical, scenic, and artistic treasures which will captivate you. Whatever season you decide to explore this magical destination, you will find exciting music festivals, cultural events, farmers' markets, and evocative patron saint holidays in its enchanting historical hamlets, concerts, and exhibitions of traditional handicrafts to please all tastes.
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What to see and what to do in Courmayeur Mont Blanc, in the heat of the Graian Alps
Courmayeur Mont Blanc, a glamorous destination of Alpine tourism favoured by national and international jet-set icons, will welcome you with its marvellous fairy-tale landscapes, offering you a dream stay. Would you like to spend a long weekend in a luxury destination to pamper yourself amidst the majestic scenery dominated by Mont Blanc and moments of relaxation dedicated to leisure and shopping?
Courmayeur Mont Blanc is the perfect location for people who need an original solution that combines the beauty of the mountain environment, comfort, wellness, and the discovery and appreciation of the most authentic local traditions. Whatever time of year you choose to visit this corner of paradise, you will benefit from enticing proposals, the best accommodation facilities, and intriguing ideas for relaxing and rediscovering your psycho-physical wellness at the refined and cozy spas in the luxurious hotels or the enchanting thermal baths of Pré Saint Didier.
After the winter daily fun on the ski slopes, snowshoeing, or the adventurous and exciting trekking routes recommended in spring and summer, you can enjoy an exquisite aperitif and splendid evenings of elegance and refinement in the discotheques, lounge bars, and the most exclusive pubs in the historic centre.
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Engaging tours and hiking routes in a Courmayeur Mont Blanc
Lovers of outdoor sports and trekking enthusiasts have a wide range of exciting proposals to enjoy the charm of these territories in contact with wild nature. A particularly recommended itinerary for those wishing to admire the magnificent alpine landscapes Courmayeur Mont Blanc surroundings are sprinkled with is the Tour de Mont-Blanc, one of the most renowned routes in this area, which winds its way between Italy, France, and Switzerland for no less than 170 km around the iconic peak, dotted with glaciers, paths and panoramic places, such as Val Veny Blacony, Val Ferret Balcony, the Pillars, the Seracs of Freney, the Brenva glacier, impressive waterfalls, rivers, and lakes with turquoise waters.
On the Italian side, the main stages of the route are Courmayeur, Col de La Seigne, Lac Combal in Val Veny, Arp Vieille, Lac Chécrouit, Dolonne, and the Elisabeta, Bertone and Bonatti refuges. Because of their peculiar morphology, the four well-known districts, Val Veny, Val Sapin, Val Ferret, and the area from Courmayeur to Pré-Saint-Didier present a considerable variety of itineraries with different levels of difficulty, from peaceful walks along the valley floor to routes leading to alpine pastures, refuges, and iron path.
Popular destinations include the Miage and Combal lakes, nestled in Val Veny, Arnouva and Lavachey in Val Ferret, the Lyconi Lake, and the suggestive passes, including Col de la Seigne, Col Sapin, Col Chavannes, Col Battaglione Aosta, Col de Malatra and Col du Grand Ferret. At a short distance from Courmayeur Mont Blanc, you can easily reach La Thuile.
Sports and outdoor activities in Courmayeur Mont Blanc
The capital of winter and summer fun is equipped with the most modern sports facilities. Moreover, it offers an extensive network of thematic itineraries, stretching as far as 300 km, with various degrees of difficulty to catch a glimpse of botanical species and flora-fauna endemisms. If you prefer adrenaline and thrills, you can choose among different adventurous opportunities, from mountain bike trails to free climbing, with waterfalls and glaciers, from mountaineering to paragliding, swimming, and yoga to fulfill the desire for adventure, relaxation, and wellness.
In the Courmayeur Mont Blanc area, you will also find routes suitable for biking in the scenic Val Sapin, Val Ferret, and Val Veny. Families with children can benefit from an efficient e-bike service to move around safely. In summer, the more daring can try rafting along the rapids of the Dora River, canyoning, and kayak explorations.
During the winter season, you can enjoy exciting days on the snow in the downhill skiing area between the Chécrouit plateau and Val Veny, easily reached by cable car from Dolonne, Entrèves, and Courmayeur. Among the most peculiar slopes are the Bertolini Slope, the Chécrouit Slope, the Giant Slope, and the Youla Slope, as well as the off-piste routes for people who prefer freeriding, which we recommend trying with the support of an alpine guide to experience the mountain in complete safety-
Among the main paths, the descent along the Vallée Blanche from Punta Helbronner to Chamonix, the Arp Vieille descent, and the off-piste route across the Toula glacier and the rings in Val Ferret, perfect for people who prefer cross-country skiing, stand out. In addition to skiing, you can enjoy dog sledding, snow golf, skating, heli-skiing, curling, and hockey.
Explore the Wellness Trail, one of the most exciting paths of Aosta Valley
Would you like to experience exciting outdoor adventures and training in scenery of incomparable beauty? One of the most evocative trails for athletes and sportspeople is the Wellness Trail, a scenic loop trail winding through the lush woods along the Dora di Veny.
It is the ideal itinerary for trail running enthusiasts, dotted with sports equipment to allow you to practise fitness while contemplating enchanted woods and hidden clearings. The view sweeps up to the peaks of the Aiguille Noire, Col de La Seigne, and the Pyramides Calcaires.
What to do in Courmayeur if you don't ski
Non-skiers have several alternatives and they could start their tour by strolling through the charming old town of Courmayeur Mont Blanc, among the boutiques and historic cafés that overlook Via Roma. Some of the most characteristic sites and attractions in the vicinity are the Malluquin Tower, dating back to medieval times, and the Waldensian Evangelical Church, built in Piazza Petigax.
To catch a glimpse of the spectacular Mont Blanc panorama, don't miss Punta Helbronner, an enchanting panoramic terrace easily reached by taking the efficient Skyway Monte Bianco cable car. Here you can admire the charming and lush Saussurea Botanical Garden as well.
Other places of interest include the Sanctuary of Notre-Dame de Guérison and the Duca degli Abruzzi Alpine Museum, built in the early 20th century, the 18th-century Church of San Pantaleone, and the Bollino Park.
Next Events at Courmayeur Mont Blanc
From 14th to 16th June 2024 and on 29th June 2024, you can participate in the Yoga Mountain Days, which will take place respectively in Courmayeur, Val Ferret, at the Fort Bard and in Val Veny to reconnect with yourself and the world around you. This year's programme includes the return to the calendar of Landscapes of Kindness, which focuses on the importance of an ethic that pays attention to the fragility of ecosystems and the urgency of establishing peaceful dialogues with the environment and oneself.
On July 23rd and 30th 2024, and on August 6th, 13th, and 20th, 2024, when you visit the Courmayeur Food Market, you will have the opportunity to embark on a delicious gastronomic tour to discover the delicacies of the local culinary culture. You will taste the genuine flavours of agricultural products offered by local producers, cultivated carefully following the principles of organic farming with a protected designation of origin and in an environmentally sustainable manner. The farmers' market will take place in the splendid location of the Jardin de l'Ange, the nerve centre of Courmayeur.
On July 12th, August 2nd, 9th, 4th, 16th, and 23rd, the traditional Courmayeur Feeling Mountain event will take place, during which the personalities symbolising an ethical vision of the ancestral relationship between human beings, the mountain environment, and natural systems will recount the profound relationship they have established with the dimension of verticality, choosing a profession or making a life choice that integrates a respectful and ethical approach to Alpine habitats, the tension towards the limit, integration, and respect for wild nature.
If you love the sounds of ancient music, during the summer, we suggest you visit Celtica, the international festival dedicated to the culture and art of the fascinating Celtic civilization. It will take place from the 4th to the 7th of July 2024.
