La Thuile — Piccolo San Bernardo Gateway
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La Thuile — Piccolo San Bernardo Gateway

Aosta Valley

La Thuile sits at the base of the climb to the Colle del Piccolo San Bernardo, a historic pass into France, with its own valley-floor streets and lower trails giving easier walking than the high pass route covered elsewhere. Views up the valley take in glimpses of the Rutor glacier.

Duration
1–2 hours
Distance
3 km
Elevation
+200 m
Best season
May – October

Parking · Free

Free parking in La Thuile.

Water

Fountain in the village.

Highlights

  • Base of the historic Piccolo San Bernardo pass road
  • Easier valley-floor walking
  • Glimpses of the Rutor glacier

With your dog

Leashed dogs welcome on the village streets and lower approach paths.

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