Col de la Seigne, La Thuile
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Col de la Seigne, La Thuile

Aosta Valley

Col de la Seigne (2,516 m) on the Franco-Italian border above La Thuile is the Italian gateway to the Tour du Mont Blanc — the long-distance trail that circuits the massif through Italy, France and Switzerland. The col gives a full frontal view of the Brenva face of Mont Blanc and the Glacier du Mont Blanc. Chamois herds on the Italian side. Golden eagle hunting above the col. Dogs off-leash.

Duration
5 hours
Distance
14 km
Elevation
+1100 m
Best season
June – September

Highlights

  • Italian gateway to the Tour du Mont Blanc
  • Full frontal view of the Brenva face of Mont Blanc
  • Chamois herds and golden eagle hunting above the col

With your dog

Tour du Mont Blanc; dogs off-leash.