Unité des Communes Mont-Cervin Verrayes

an Experience of Nature-Conscious Tourism

Verrayes: A Hidden Pearl in the Central Valley of the Aosta Valley Welcome to Verrayes, a beautiful town nestled in the central valley of the Aosta Valley.
This charming municipality, famous for its sunny terraces and agricultural traditions, offers a unique blend of natural beauty, history and culture.
Verrayes is the ideal place for those seeking an authentic experience in a serene and charming mountain environment.
The Terraces of Verrayes Distinctive feature of Verrayes are its terraces, which decorate the surrounding hillsides.
These traditional agricultural structures, created to optimize land use in the mountains, are not only functional but also add a unique visual appeal to the landscape.
Walking among these terraces is like taking a journey back in time, discovering centuries of agricultural traditions.
Nature and Landscapes Verrayes is located in an enchanting natural setting, offering panoramic views of the surrounding Alps.
Its paths and nature trails are perfect for hiking and walking, allowing visitors to immerse themselves in the tranquility of nature and discover the local flora and fauna.
History and Culture Verrayes preserves a rich historical and cultural heritage.
The municipality is dotted with ancient buildings, chapels, and castles that bear witness to its past.
Places such as Cly Castle and St. Martin’s Church are examples of the rich historical and cultural fabric that can be explored here.
Local Gastronomy The cuisine of Verrayes is an excellent example of the gastronomic traditions of the Aosta Valley.
Local restaurants and inns serve typical dishes made with local products.
The genuine flavors of dishes such as polenta, local cheeses, and Aosta Valley wines offer an unforgettable culinary experience.
Verrayes is an authentic jewel of the Aosta Valley, a place where history, nature and culture are harmoniously intertwined.
If you are looking for a destination that offers true immersion in the tradition and natural beauty of the Alps, Verrayes is the ideal place.
Visit this charming municipality to discover a corner of paradise in the central valley of the Aosta Valley.

Population

1260

Inhabitants name

FR: Verrayons

Altitude

1017 m o.s.l.

Hamlets

Aver, Charrère, Chérésoulaz, Chérolinaz, Chesseillé, Cort, Crétaz, Diémoz, Dorinaz, Frayé, Grand-Ville, Gros-Ollian, Grossaix, Grumey, Guet, Heré, Hers, Lauzon, Marseiller, Mont-de-Join, Moulin, Oley, Ollières, Pallu, Payé, Petit-Ollian, Pignane, Pissine, Plan-d'Arey, Plan-de-Vesan, Plan-de-Verrayes, Rapy, Vencorère, Vevoz, Vieille, Voisinal, Vrignier

Vedile tutte

Leggi meno

Patron Saint

San Martino

Twin Cities

Distance from Aosta

21.9 Km

Coordinates

45.7617949, 7.5328426

Verrayes The History

The village of Verrayes has much to tell from a historical point of view, starting with the settlements of the Salassi : A population born from the fusion of Italic peoples of Ligurian stock and Celtic invaders, who for more than a century (143-25 B.C.) opposed by putting up resistance to the Roman conquest.
After the fall of the Roman Empire, Verrayes was invaded and occupied by Burgundians, Ostrogoths, and Lombards , before being annexed to the Franco-Merovingian kingdom (575).
Later, it was included in the Comitatus of the Aosta Valley (10th century), as part of the second kingdom of Burgundy (8791032).
In the late medieval period ( like Torgnon) it belonged to the lords of Cly, a collateral branch of the Challant family, at the same time following the historical events of the Savoy family, which, starting in the 11th century, had gradually extended its supremacy to the entire region.
About the place name, its origins are uncertain : according to some, it derives from the Latin adjective '' vetus, veteris '' , meaning old.
While in the book ''Quelques notes sur la commune et la paroisse de Verraye,'' by Pierre-Louis Vescoz, the name seems to derive from ''Verus aer,'' meaning good air and climate.
Another hypothesis supposes that it may derive from the Latin "vervactum" meaning land set aside.
The most solid hypothesis is vers - ayes, meaning "toward the waters" in Old French.
In Fascist times, the municipality was integrated with that of Chambave.

Whato do in Verrayes

The parish church of St. Martin and St. Barbara, with its 15th-century bell tower, and the Chapel of St. Michael with frescoes by Giacomino d’Ivrea, are just a few places of interest.
NATURE AND SPORT: The natural oasis of the Loson pond, with its rare species, and the Abbé Vescoz arboretum with native and exotic specimens, offer unique experiences.
Sports enthusiasts will find various opportunities, such as a shooting range, Nordic walking trails, and cross-country skiing trails.
Verrayes is truly a jewel to be discovered quietly, between nature and culture.

Verrayes December 26, 2024

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