Places
Hike·Easy·Family·Hidden gem
Riserva del Tzatelet, Aosta
Aosta Valley
The Tzatelet is a whaleback of rock smoothed by the ancient Dora glacier on the northern edge of Aosta. A nature reserve protects its steppe-like grassland and reptiles; a short circular path climbs to the top for a plan-view of the city's Roman street grid and the surrounding peaks.
Duration
1–2 hours
Distance
3 km
Elevation
+120 m
Best season
Year-round
Parking · Free
Free street parking in the Arco d'Augusto / Sant'Orso district of Aosta.
Water
Fountains in the Sant'Orso quarter below.
Highlights
- Glacially polished rock hillock
- Steppe grassland and reptiles
- Bird's-eye view of Roman Aosta
With your dog
Leashed dogs welcome on the loop; dry-meadow reserve, stay on the path.
