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Brand New Experiences in Courmayeur Mont Blanc, Italian Alps

Brand New Experiences in Courmayeur Mont Blanc

There's Still Time to Make the Most of the Summer Season

Courmayeur Mont Blanc is delighted to announce brand new experiences unique to The Aosta Valley for the latter end of this summer. Those seeking some Italian culture can explore one of the most beautiful mountain ranges in the world combined with tasting delicious home grown produce at the heart of Mont Blanc. Families visiting the area can enrich the experience by learning about fauna and flora at the foot of the mountain, meeting unique animals and casting an eye on the most beautiful greenery surrounding the valley.


Courmayeur Mont Blanc is the dream destination for travellers looking to escape the day-to-day, get active and embrace nature in summer. Situated on the Italian side of the Mont Blanc, June through to October sees the renowned ski resort transformed into a vibrant destination filled with Alpine pastures and meadows, fresh valleys, unspoilt hiking trails and peaceful lakes.

Visit Courmayeur Mont Blanc for an enriching mountain getaway trying out some of the brand new experiences this September…

The Fauna of Courmayeur –
The Aosta Valley has a wealth of wildlife and plant life. Children get to the heart of nature in Courmayeur Mont Blanc by exploring the fauna and flora at the foot of the mountain this Autumn. Families looking to get back to nature can learn about the vegetation and animals that spend their lifetime in the valley. Inquisitive children will be taught about The Aosta Valley’s near 2,000 species of flora ranging from fruit trees, vineyards to white lilies and various species of glacier wormwood. Most of the alpine wildlife can also be found in this area including marmots, deer chamois and even sightings of the Lynx have been reported.

September Food Market –

Wander around Lo Matson, an open market in the centre of Courmayeur Mont Blanc for fresh air and fresh produce. Lo Matson invites more than 75 producers from all around the Aosta Valley to explore the very best food. Lo Matson in patois means “snack” and is a day devoted to broadening one’s tasting palette to the unmissable flavours from the best cheeses, meats and homegrown produce. One of the suppliers is the highly respected and widely enjoyed, The Millerys, who supply dairy products entirely made from goats milk with several award winning products including milk, cheese and ice-cream in delicious flavours such as panna cotta and hazelnut. Valeria, daughter of the farm owners says the products they produce from Courmayeur are a must-try “because of the flowers and the herbs that only grow here the cheese taste completely different than in France or Spain”.

Explore on Foot –

In Courmayeur Mont Blanc, hikers can explore the wonders of the Alps and take walking to its peak in Europe’s highest footpaths. The Valle d’Aosta provides access to the Mont Blanc’s best summits and most beautiful trails offering endless kilometres of untouched nature, fresh air and routes that suit every ability. Travellers looking to try something new can also try their hand at mountaineering. Those looking for guidance can take part in led exploration to conquer the highest peak of the Alps, or lower peaks for a more relaxed experience. In both cases, the many mountain trails, such as The Balcony of Mont Blanc, will provide incredible viewpoints and mountain refuges to explore the beautiful nature of Aosta Valley.

A Flight Free Destination –

Courmayeur Mont Blanc is easily accessible via train , ideal for families looking for a stress-free journey. Chamonix Mont Blanc is the closest station – just a 20 minute drive from the resort through the Mont Blanc Tunnel. A regular Eurostar runs from London to Chamonix Mont Blanc. Average total journey time 20 hours.

For more information visit: https://www.courmayeurmontblanc.it/en, call +39 0165 841612 or email info@courmayeurblanc.it.