• The route of the Arnad castles

The route of the Arnad castles

Resorts: Arnad

Starting from the junction with the Arnad road, begins an easy route along which you can admire the Arnad castles.

Technical Information

Route

The first caste on the route is the Vallaise Castle, in a panoramic position, surrounded by vineyards (not yet open to the public). Inside the castle there are many frescoes representing mythological and biblical scenes, imaginary landscapes and allegories and, in the main hall, ten views of places belonging to the possessions of the Vallaise family.
Going on, we find the remains of the Lower Castle de la Côte, another house of the Vallaise family dated XV century. The last one, the Upper Castle, stands on a rocky outcrop overlooking the town and is now reduced to the state of ruin although the visit is now possible with the help of an easy scaffolding.

Duration going there

0h31

Duration coming back

0h18

Length

769 m

Recommended times

January - December

Difficulties

E - Excursionist

Difference in level

181 m

See also

Note - this information is not directly connected to the Cammino Balteo path but it is part of the Aosta Valley tourist offer.