Places
Hike·Easy·Scenic·Hidden gem
Ru Marseiller, Verrayes
Aosta Valley
The Ru Marseiller carries water taken from the Buthier for tens of kilometres along the south-facing hillside between Valpelline and the Marmore. The Verrayes stretch is broad and near level, threading terraced vineyard, meadow and Scots pine with a constant open view across to the Mont Emilius chain.
Duration
3 hours
Distance
9 km
Elevation
+130 m
Best season
March – November
Parking · Free
Free parking in Verrayes village (Chef-Lieu).
Water
Fountains in Verrayes; the ru is not for drinking.
Highlights
- Very long, near-level canal towpath
- Terraced vineyards and Scots pine
- Sun-facing — walkable most of the year
With your dog
Off-leash tolerated on the level towpath away from the villages; channel drop on one side.
