The Castles of the Aosta Valley
The Aosta Valley is home to around 130 castles and historic residences from various historical periods, from the Middle Ages to the early decades of the 1900s. Erected in a strategic position, usually on top of hills and low reliefs, most of these castles can now be visited and host interesting museums or temporary exhibitions, but also cultural events.
Among the most famous castles of the Aosta Valley certainly those of Savoy, Verrès, Bard, Issogne, Fenis, Cly, Sarre, Sarriod de la Tour and Introd.