This summer residence castle was built for the Queen Margherita of Savoy from 1899 to 2004. It must have been a major undertaking, just like the Margherita refuge that was constructed for her mountain excursions on Monte-Rosa above 4000 m altitude. You are obliged to visit the castle with a guide which will give you all the stories and anecdotes you need to understand what was going on in the royal family in the beginning of the 20th century. I had an excellent and fun guide. The only problem is that you need to have a rather good knowledge of Italian to follow the stories you are told since all guides appear to speak Italian only. When I visited a Friday mid June of 2025, the magnificent interior main stairs were unfortunately under restoration so this section was closed. You had to mount to the first floor via the main tower in a staircase that was used by her guards. The restoration of the castle after it had been purchased by the region of Aosta had managed to recover parts, but far from all of the original furniture. There is one of the rooms on the 1st floor where there are photographs documenting how it looked like in daily life at the time the queen was here as well as of her husband Umberto I. The view from the glassed veranda over parts of Monte-Rosa is exquisite.

In the middle of the mountains, with breathtaking landscapes: the fairytale castle of the queen. The one-hour guided tour tells how the queen decided to build the castle in that small village, the five years it took to complete the work - from 1899 to 1904, how the king never set foot in the castle and the modernization with heating and electricity. From the Pont-Saint-Martin motorway exit to the Castle it takes about an hour by car. Dogs allowed in a carrier. We recommend purchasing one of the many Valle d'Aosta Cards to visit all the sites and castles.

We decided to do the tour. The guide had explained everything about the Castle and the Savoia's family. He was very friendly.

Amazing place to visit in the middle of the mountains. Nothing to do with the very touristic and crowded places. The environment is so peaceful. I could learn a lot from here.

It’s really like a fairy tale castle. Modest price to enter (10€) and you get also a tour guide for the group entrance at the same time. You can walk the grounds at your leisure and enjoy the beautiful landscape and the park. The guide will show you the rooms in the castle and explain a lot of the history. If you’re having a summer holiday in Gressoney, don’t miss to see it, it’s definitely worth it. A couple of hours well spent.

The castle itself is magical, seems like it has been taken out of a fantasy film. Truly beautiful, wonderful scenery in the forest and with Monte Rosa views. We entered the castle for a small fee of a few Euros, but the only way is with a guided tour, which was in Italian so we didn’t understand. It was a shame that the main staircase, supposed to be the most beautiful feature, was in maintenance work. The tour was for an hour and you could not move freely. Despite the subtle disappointment from the tour and maintenance work, the castle was amazing and worth it.

Wonderful house, not really a castle as it’s not fortified. The views of the Monte Rosa massif are the reason the house was built here and they are magnificent. We did a guided tour in Italian only so were a little lacking in detail and had to mostly rely on the short English descriptions in the rooms. One of our party was on crutches at the time of visiting and was finding stairs difficult to negotiate. We enquired about a lift and were told there was one. There was indeed a lift but it was not working - quite annoying and no refund or reduction was offered. On balance worth a visit particularly with older kids as they get a fantastic reduction. Senior citizens on the other hand get no concession whatsoever.

Cute little lake to have a short walk and enjoy the view. But in August when we were there it was pretty crowded, maybe another time is better.

Decent park to visit with good views of mountains if you want to stay low altitude.

Lush and quite, plenty of restaurants and cafeterias.

Cute park, nice atmosphere, beautiful lake and scenery

dont miss if your are in the area.

Beautiful view; one more near Gressoney. So many things to see around here. Check it out!

Super 😊

Nice place to spend time with kids. Disappointing that accompanying parents shall pay full ticket entrance like kids and that there is full day ticket only. Kids have a lot of fun, pity there are not more seats available for attending parents and a small bar would be greatly appreciated.

Perfect for kids - beginners ski slope and for going on bob sleigh.Costly but worth it if for a few hours.Adults also pay.

(Translated by Google) Snow amusement park, there are carpets to go up and down with bobsleigh or skis. Inflatables and other snow games, all dedicated to children. Friendly staff at the checkout but overpriced. Children over 3 years old pay €13 and companions also pay €13 just to watch them. So if dad and mom rightly want to take their little girl to have fun, they have to budget at least €40. There are no bathrooms (with children it would be useful to have them). A few steps away you will find a large free car park (near the ski slope). However, I recommend going there at least once to try it. (Original) Parco divertimenti sulla neve, ci sono tappeti per salire e scendere con bob o sci. Gonfiabili ed altri giochi sulla neve, Tutto dedicato ai bambini. Personale alla cassa cortese ma prezzi esagerati. I bambini sopra 3 anni pagano 13€ ed anche gli accompagnatori pagano 13€ solo per guardarli. Quindi se papà e mamma vogliono giustamente portare la propria bambina a divertirsi , devono mettere in conto almeno 40€. Non ci sono bagni (con bambini sarebbe utile averli). A pochi passi trovate un grande parcheggio gratuito (vicino alla pista da sci). Comunque consiglio di andarci almeno una volta per provare.

(Translated by Google) Nice place, but you pay 10 per person plus 8 euro bob rental per day. Total 18 euros. There are sporadically checkers on the moving walkways. Also, the donut slope is not open but you pay the same amount. The slopes are NOT divided, it is easy to collide, there is no raised edge of snow, before the barriers. Try to see LA MAGDEILENE SNOWPARK, very fun and with an unequal quality/price ratio. (Original) Posto carino, ma si paga 10 a testa più noleggio bob 8 euro giornaliero. Totale 18 euro. Su i tapis roulant ci sono sporadicamente gli addetti al controllo. Inoltre non è aperta la pista per le ciambelle ma si paga la stessa cifra. Le discese NON sono divise, è facile scontrarsi, manca il bordo rialzato di neve, prima delle transenne. Provate a vedere LA MAGDEILENE SNOWPARK molto divertente e con una qualità prezzo ineguali.

(Translated by Google) I rate it 4 stars because my children always come back with great pleasure. Fun is always guaranteed for small children! Inflatables, sled descent, small ski slope for beginners and play area for the little ones. Entrance costs €10 for the whole day and companions also pay. Possibility to rent a bob crossing the road. (Original) Voto 4 stelle perché i miei bambini ci tornano sempre con molto piacere. Per i bimbi piccoli il divertimento è sempre assicurato! Gonfiabili, discesa slittini, piccola discesa sci per principianti e area giochi per i più piccini. L'ingresso costa 10€ per l'intera giornata e pagano anche gli accompagnatori. Possibilità noleggio bob attraversando la strada.

(Translated by Google) Even though there isn't even a shadow of snow... it magically appears in this park thanks to the snow cannons, the price is right for the children's area (€8) where there is an inflatable, a mini slope with foam rubber sleds and a larger slope where you can slide with bobsleighs, to be rented separately in a shop opposite, for the ascent a comfortable treadmill. My kids had a blast and passed out in the car, so it was worth it. I recommend all families with little ones, other slopes are better for adults. (Original) Nonostante della neve non ci sia nemmeno l'ombra....in questo parco compare magicamente grazie ai cannoni sparaneve, il prezzo è giusto per l'area dei piccoli (8€) dove ci sono un gonfiabile, una minipista con slittini di gommapiuma e una pista più grande dove scivolare con i bob, da affittare a parte in un negozio di fronte, per la risalita un comodo tapis roulant. I miei bimbi si sono divertiti un mondo e sono svenuti in auto, quindi ne è valsa la pena. Consiglio a tutte le famiglie con piccoli, per i grandi meglio altre piste.

(Translated by Google) Um.. accompanying parents should NOT pay. The "donuts" and related track are missing. The bobsleds are rented at an external facility and are not available inside (as happens in other snow parks" (see Torgnon). If it were bigger, more structured, families would arrive en masse. (Original) Uhm .. i genitori accompagnatori NON dovrebbero pagare . Mancano i "ciambelloni" e relativa pista. I bob sono a noleggio presso struttura esterna non disponibili all'interno (come avviene in altri snow park"(vedasi Torgnon). Se fosse più grande , più strutturato le famiglie arriverebbero in massa.

(Translated by Google) The Church of San Giovanni Battista, located in the heart of Gressoney-Saint-Jean, is one of the most important religious buildings in the Aosta Valley, as well as a spiritual and historical symbol of the local community. The church dates back to the 15th century, when it was built as a place of worship for the faithful of the valley. However, the current structure is the result of various expansion and restoration interventions that took place in the following centuries. The current appearance is due to a significant renovation which took place in the 19th century, which gave the church a neo-Gothic style, much appreciated at the time. The church is closely linked to the Walser culture, the people of Germanic origin who inhabited the valley. This bond is visible both in the architecture and in the religious traditions preserved over time. The choice to dedicate the church to Saint John the Baptist reflects the strong Christian tradition of the valley. The saint is considered the patron saint of the town and is celebrated with events and processions during his feast. The church, in addition to its religious function, is a meeting place for the faithful and visitors, hosting concerts and cultural events. (Original) La Chiesa di San Giovanni Battista, situata nel cuore di Gressoney-Saint-Jean, è uno degli edifici religiosi più importanti della Valle d’Aosta, nonché un simbolo spirituale e storico della comunità locale. La chiesa risale al XV secolo, quando fu edificata come luogo di culto per i fedeli della valle. Tuttavia, l'attuale struttura è il risultato di diversi interventi di ampliamento e restauro avvenuti nei secoli successivi. L’aspetto attuale si deve a una ristrutturazione significativa avvenuta nel XIX secolo, che conferì alla chiesa uno stile neogotico, molto apprezzato all’epoca. La chiesa è strettamente legata alla cultura Walser, il popolo di origine germanica che abitò la valle. Questo legame è visibile sia nell’architettura che nelle tradizioni religiose custodite nel tempo. La scelta di dedicare la chiesa a San Giovanni Battista riflette la forte tradizione cristiana della valle. Il santo è considerato il patrono del paese e viene celebrato con eventi e processioni durante la sua festa. La chiesa, oltre alla sua funzione religiosa, è un luogo di incontro per i fedeli e i visitatori, ospitando concerti e manifestazioni culturali.

(Translated by Google) The Church of San Giovanni Battista captivates with its harmonious architecture, tranquil atmosphere, and the loving care of its rooms. Visitors feel welcome and can fully experience its spiritual and cultural significance. Particularly noteworthy is the attention to detail in the interior design and the opportunity to enjoy moments of peace and reflection. A visit is highly recommended not only for believers, but for anyone who appreciates historical beauty and quiet moments. (Original) Die Chiesa di San Giovanni Battista begeistert durch **ihre harmonische Architektur**, die ruhige Atmosphäre und die liebevolle Pflege der Räume. Als Besucher fühlt man sich willkommen und kann die spirituelle und kulturelle Bedeutung gut erleben. Besonders bemerkenswert ist die **Detailverliebtheit der Innenausstattung** und die Möglichkeit, **momente der Ruhe und Besinnung** zu genießen. Ein Besuch ist nicht nur für Gläubige, sondern für alle, die historische Schönheit und stille Momente schätzen, sehr empfehlenswert.

(Translated by Google) Viewed on 08/25/2024. Interesting religious architecture built in 1515, although documents show that there was already a church from 1380. Part of the facade remains of the original church with an inscription on the late Gothic portal that reminds us of the builder of the same The façade consists of a large roof with two slopes which protects it entirely. A bust of Queen Margherita was placed in 1928 to the right of the main door , who attended Sunday mass here. Grandiose and elegant interior, with two side naves (Original) Vista in data 25/08/2024 .Interessante architettura religiosa costruita nel 1515 , anche se da documenti risulta già esserci una chiesa dal 1380.Della chiesa originaria rimane parte della facciata con sul portale tardo gotico ,una scritta che ci ricorda il costruttore della stessa .La facciata è costituita da ampio tetto con due spioventi che la protegge interamente .A destra della porta principale venne collocato nel 1928 un busto della regina Margherita ,che qui assisteva alla messa domenicale .Interno grandioso ed elegante ,con due navate laterali

(Translated by Google) Splendid church in the town centre, exquisitely decorated and frescoed, with an external cloister. (Original) Splendida chiesa in centro paese decorata e affrescata in modo wccelso con chiostro esterno.

(Translated by Google) The main facade of the church is characterized by the large sloping roof that protects it internally To the right of the main door in 1928 the bust of Queen Margherita was placed in memory of the fact that during her 36 years of holiday in Gressoney she used to go here to mass every Sunday along the path which today is called the ''Queen's Walk''. The interior appears grand and elegant as you can see from the attached photos. (Original) La facciata principale della chiesa è caratterizzata dall'ampio tetto a spioventi che la protegge internamente A destra della porta principale nel 1928 fu collocato il busto della regina Margherita in memoria del fatto che Durante i suoi 36 anni di villeggiatura a Gressoney soleva recarsi qui a messa ogni domenica percorrendo il sentiero che oggi si chiama ''passeggiata della Regina ". L'interno si presenta grandioso ed elegante come potrete appurare dalle foto allegate.

(Translated by Google) Beautiful church built around 1515 located in the center of Gressoney, the frescoes and wooden artefacts placed inside are very interesting. In front there is a cloister from 1626 with frescoes of the Via Crucis. (Original) Bella chiesa costruita intorno al 1515 posta nel centro di Gressoney, molto interessanti sono gli affreschi e i manufatti in legno posti al suo interno. Davanti vi è un chiostro del 1626 con affreschi della via Crucis.

(Translated by Google) The church was consecrated in 1515, but the construction dates back to 1380 and is located in the historic center of Gressoney and was subsequently enlarged over the centuries. In front of the church there is the churchyard where there is a portico inside which the aedicules of the Via Crucis wind, the construction dates back to 1626. (Original) La chiesa fu consacrata nel 1515, ma la costruzione risale al 1380 ed è situata nel centro storico di Gressoney e successivamente nel secoli fu ampliata. Davanti alla chiesa si trova il sagrato dove vi è un porticato dentro il quale si snodano le edicole della Via Crucis, la costruzione risale al 1626.

Wonderful small alpine museum owned by my ancestral family. Worth visiting for its historical value and hands-on displays. A true treasure for all ages. You’ll be glad you visited.

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(Translated by Google) we entered almost by chance with our grandchildren...we were welcomed by the courtesy of Marc and we were accompanied into the world of fauna and the art of hunting by Jean Antoine...who infected us with his competence but above all with his passion both as a historian and as a connoisseur of fauna and its dynamics. A magical moment of beauty, learning and welcome. Beautiful...go there (Original) siamo entrati quasi per caso con i nostri nipotini..siamo stati accolti dalla cortesia di Marc e siamo stati accompagnati nel mondo della fauna e dell'arte venatoria da Jean Antoine ..che ci ha contagiati con la sua competenza ma sopratutto con la sua passione sia come storico che come conoscitore della fauna e delle sue dinamiche. Un momento magico di bellezza, apprendimento e accoglienza. Bellissimo ...andateci

(Translated by Google) It's a truly beautiful museum, recently renovated, with some spaces reorganized. We were fortunate enough to be accompanied on the tour by Mr. Alessio Agnesod, who was extremely knowledgeable and made our experience unforgettable! (Original) È un museo veramente bello, è stato ristrutturato da poco, riorganizzando alcuni spazi. Abbiamo avuto la grande fortuna di essere accompagnati nella visita dal Sig. Alessio Agnesod, preparatissimo e che ha reso la nostra esperienza indimenticabile !

(Translated by Google) Visiting the museum truly brings a sense of mountain air. The guide accompanies us with passion and great expertise, not only illustrating but also recounting countless curiosities, providing information, and willingly answering questions. The museum has many artifacts and is also equipped for visits and workshops for children, making it very accessible and enjoyable. If you're here to learn, this is the place to be. J. Antoine enriched this experience by also kindly providing us with specific, supplementary reading material. The admission price is absolutely minimal for this wonderful opportunity, well worth taking advantage of when you're in Gressoney. (Original) Visitando il museo si respira davvero un'aria di montagna .La guida ci accompagna con passione e grande competenza ,non soltanto illustrando, ma raccontando anche moltissime curiosità ,aggiungendo informazioni e rispondendo volentieri alle domande. Il museo ha molti reperti ed è strutturato anche per visite e laboratori per bambini ,e ,questo lo rende molto fruibile ed accessibile completamente. Se si entra per imparare a conoscere ,questo è il posto giusto. J.Antoine ha arricchito questa esperienza fornendoci anche, con grande gentilezza, una lettura specifica, integrativa. Il prezzo per l'ingresso è assolutamente minimo per questa bella opportunità, da cogliere quando ci si trova a Gressoney

(Translated by Google) Interesting museum of alpine fauna in Gressoney Saint Jean, a very beautiful town loved by the Royal Family of Italy. Inside they can find not only hunting trophies but also a rich collection of private objects of the Beck Peccoz family, barons of Walser origin. The Museum is spread over three floors in rooms decorated with German-style frescoes. (Original) Interessante museo di fauna alpina in Gressoney Saint Jean, paese molto bello amato dai Reali d'Italia. All'interno di possono trovare non solo trofei di caccia ma anche una ricca collezione di oggetti privati della famiglia Beck Peccoz, Baroni di origine Walser. Il Museo si sviluppa su tre piani in sale decorate con affreschi in stile tedesco.

(Translated by Google) Amazing, we were enchanted. Kind and thoughtful, it was definitely worth it. Thanks to our guide Jean Antoine 😊 (Original) Stupendo, siamo rimasti incantati. Gentili e premurosi ne valsa proprio la pena. Ringraziamo la nostra guida Jean Antoine 😊