Unité des Communes Grand-Paradis Valgrisenche

Valgrisenche, an enchanting side valley of the Aosta Valley, stretches all the way to the Tarentaise region of France, surrounded by majestic mountains and glaciers, such as the stunning Testa del Ruitor.
This wild and unspoiled place is renowned for the weaving of fine draps, made from sheep’s wool on ancient wooden looms, a craft practice still alive today.
Valgrisenche: An Enchanted Valley Between Mountains and Craft Traditions Discover Valgrisenche, a hidden jewel in the Aosta Valley, famous for its breathtaking landscapes and the ancient art of drap weaving.
Introduction Valgrisenche, located in the Aosta Valley and extending into the Tarentaise region of France, is a side valley surrounded by majestic mountains and glaciers.
At 1,664 meters above sea level, it is a wild and unspoiled place known for the weaving of drap, a fine fabric made on ancient wooden looms.
History and Culture With deep roots in the Middle Ages, Valgrisenche retains the memory of the barons of Avise, its former lords.
The village parish, founded in 1392, is a symbol of this rich history.
Drap weaving, an ancient craft, continues to be an important part of local culture.
Nature and Sports The valley offers a variety of outdoor activities, including hiking, mountaineering, climbing, ski touring, and Nordic skiing.
Valgrisenche is also an ideal heliskiing destination due to its wild and natural terrain.
Festivals and Traditions Events such as the “Feast of Our Lady of the Snows” and the “Mo’delaine – The Wool Festival” celebrate local traditions.
The valley also hosts the “Place aux livres,” a publishing fair.
For Little Ones The Valgrisenche ski area is particularly family-friendly, offering a baby snow park where little ones can enjoy various winter activities.
Valgrisenche is a unique destination for those seeking an authentic experience amid unspoiled nature, history and artisanal traditions.  

At the “Les Tisserands” Cooperative, you can discover the art of weaving draps and admire the diverse and colorful productions.
Don’t miss the maturing warehouse of the Fontina Cooperative, where up to six thousand wheels of the famous Aosta Valley D.O.P. cheese are stored.
Also not to be missed are the Beauregard dam, harmoniously integrated into the landscape, and the Resistance Documentation Center, which tells the story of the Col du Mont.
Valgrisenche offers a variety of outdoor activities: from walks to the Surier and Miollet waterfalls to hikes to the Bezzi refuge or the Chalet de l’Epée, to mountaineering with routes of varying difficulty.
Winter sports enthusiasts will find heliskiing and ski mountaineering paradise, while the ski slopes, ideal for beginners and families, and cross-country trails will satisfy every level of ability and training.