Places
Hike·Easy·Scenic·Iconic
Colle del Nivolet
Aosta Valley
The road to Colle del Nivolet is one of the highest drivable passes in Italy, topping out at 2,641 m with a moonscape of glacial lakes, boulder fields and roaming ibex. Easy loop walks from the road allow you to explore without a big climb.
Duration
3–4 hours
Distance
9 km
Elevation
+250 m
Best season
Late June – September
Highlights
- Ibex at close range
- Glacial lake chain
- Laghetti del Nivolet picnic
With your dog
Dogs off-leash on open tundra; leash near ibex observation zones.
