Where to eat: Champoluc/Ayas/Antagnod

VEGETATION
Mixed woodland consisting of Larch and Red Spruce. Undergrowth: Rhododendrons and Juniper.

HOW TO GET THERE
You take the local road which leads from the centre of Antagnod to Barmasc.

PANORAMAS
Opposite you, you can see the Corno Bussola and the Corno Vitello and if you look northwards you can enjoy a marvellous view of the Monte Rosa range.

WALKS
• From the service area you can make your way to Colle Portola and Mount Zerbion or you can take a quiet walk along the Rû Courtod which flows a short way above the service area itself. You can also make your way down to the village of Antagnod along an easy mule-track.

VEGETATION
Thriving woodland, almost all Red Spruce with sporadic Larch specimens. Undergrowth composed of Juniper, Heather, Berberis and Blueberry.

LOCATION
It can be reached by taking the regional road in Valle d’Ayas, after passing the town of Champoluc.

AREA PANORAMA
The area, located at the end of the valley, provides views to the South-East of Becca Piure, to the South Mount Zerbion, to the North Rocca di Verra, Breithorn and Rocce Nere.

EXCURSIONS
• Using the cableways you can arrive to Crest from where you can admire Mount Testa Grigia and reach the village of Cunéaz, a typical mountain settlement, as well as Lakes Pinter and Perrin.
• By crossing the River Evançon near the Frachey district you can arrive to Tournalin valley and Colle di Nana.
• The town of Saint-Jacques is the departure point for ascents to the Mount Rosa range via Verra Valley; it is also possible, departing from the same town, to reach Colle delle Cime Bianche.

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The hut, situated at 1938, is a typical stone and wood chalet with a wonderful view of the valley and offering lunches, dinners and snacks. Booking required for dinner.

In winter cablecar car access, in summer cable car access and with track - or 45 minutes on foot from Champoluc.

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The refuge can be reached on foot in approximately 2 hours. The path starts in Saint Jacques.
Free shuttle service run by the owner for lunch guests.
Will open for groups of at least 20 people when closed.
Picnic groups welcome with mandatory beverage purchases.

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Situated in Resy, easily reachable in 45 minutes from the St. Jacques trail, it offers typical cuisine, extensive garden with view of Valle d’Ayas.

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This warm and cozy refuge has an adventurous and Tibetan atmosphere. The cuisine is simple and typically local. The refuge is a 45 minute walk from the hamlet of Saint-Jacques.

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For real foodies and for those who seek an elegant restaurant and an innovative unexpected cuisine, Aethos Monterosa offers a fine dining experience in its 1568 Restaurant.
Opened on July 2018, the 1568 Japanese steakhouse Restaurant proposes a the exquisite harmony of fresh, European ingredients prepared with traditional Japanese techniques.

From raw delicacies to perfectly aged meats, every dish is a culinary masterpiece.

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The welcoming atmosphere of the refuge is a reflection of the quality of its cuisine which manages to bring together tradition and passion.

The restaurant offers national cuisine, enriched by the authentic flavors of Aosta Valley cuisine.

Located at 2403 meters, the restaurant offers a unique experience and a view of the sunset that will leave you breathless!

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The  Alpine Forest Hotel offers modern cuisine in its restaurant "Alla Bettolina", open not only to hotel guests but also to those who want to enjoy two incredible menus: one that celebrates authentic flavors and local products, and another dedicated to sushi lovers.

Discover a unique mix of flavours, nature and fun. Experience a journey every day different cuisine where territory and fresh ingredients come together to create dishes unforgettable

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Located at an altitude of 2400 m, with a spectacular view of the Alps, from the Matterhorn to the Monte Rosa glacier, and a breathtaking view of Champoluc.
The Baita Belvedere, open in winter (from early December to mid-April) and in summer (from mid-June to mid-September), offers a rich and carefully prepared cuisine.

In winter, it can be reached by skiing during the day, and in the evening by snowcat or snowmobile (reservation required).
In summer, it can be reached by a walk of about 40/50 minutes via path n.10A from the arrival of the Champoluc-Crest gondola, or by path n.10 from the arrival of the Frachey-Alpe Ciarcerio funicular.

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The restaurant is in the center of Champoluc, with its wooden and stoned alpine interior, it offers tasty and fine dishes and inviting aperitifs.

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The restaurant is located at the arrival of the chairlift Alpe Mandria.
The Tibetan flags, constant presence in every base camp, are a sign of welcome.
The interior tables are 14, in homage to the eight thousand Himalayans.
On the walls, the images tell of distant countries, with an eye to the landscapes of the Aosta Valley.
The cuisine offers the flavors of the Aosta tradition with an attention to local products, classics of Italian cuisine and ethnic cuisine.
In winter accessible by ski lift, in summer with ski lifts and by trail - 40 minutes walk from the Alpe Ciarcerio.

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The spacious dining room, made of larch wood, gives the hotel the distinctive mark of his elegant mountain style.
The atmosphere is made warm and inviting by paintings, sculptures and furniture from the classic mountain enviroment.
Extensive valley dweller menu from which guests can choose from a menu with 4 choices, including a vegetarian menu.
Wines have always been the strength in the quality and variety of our restaurant; Cellar with over 300 wines, ales and spirits.

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Restaurant located near the arrival of Crest gongola, it serves local and national cuisine overlooking a unique panorama in both summer and winter. A restaurant where you can enjoy both a quick snack or a full meal with friendly and expert service.
In winter cablecar car access, in summer cable car access or with track - 40 minutes on foot.

The restaurant is in Saint-Jacques. Simple but high quality dishes : sweet and salted crêpes, lots of fontina cheese and motzetta (dried, tender, tasty and aromatic meat), Aosta Valley salads, excellent ice creams and, at least, the valdostana coffee, an alcoholic special coffee, served in the Friendship cup.

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In an ancient rascard built on 1721 in Frantze village, a welcoming and traditional environment, this restaurant offers typical dishes and good wines are served for dinner or for a ski break in a friendly atmosphere.
In winter ski or snowshoes access, in summer cablecar access, from Crest - 10 minutes on foot - or with track from Champoluc – 45 minutes on foot -

Winter: open as a bar and for dinner on saturday night

Typical wood and stone alpine restaurant with fireplace, in Champoluc, zeko mile and fine cuisine. Welcoming and family atmosphere.

The restaurant, inside the apartment-hotel, is for guests and non-residents that want taste the typical local cuisine, enriched by an unique and unforgettable flavour thanks to the experience and the atmosphere.

La Grange, managed by brothers Chicco and Giò from 1985, is located in Frachey, close to funicular starting point, 1,5 km to Champoluc.
The excellent cuisine, directy followed by the owners, offers traditional and not dishes, the à la carte menu has a good selection of meat and game with polenta, fresh hand made pasta and desserts, all accompanied by some good music and friendliness.
Good cellar with over 80 labels.
Booking recommanded

La Maison du Braconnier offers typical Aosta Valleys dishes with game speciality, the à la carte menu allows a wide choice of what you most want to taste.
The restaurant is on a plateau at 2000 mt. high, with a wonderful vue over Monte Rosa Massif.

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A family-run restaurant, with a local typical cuisine, where the young and dinamic staff is available for guests day and night, ready to satisfy the demand of downhill skiers, ski mountaineers and simple food lovers, that with snowmobile or snowcat love to have dinner at high altitudes, enjoying a wonderful panorama.
On the large terrace you can eat outside or sunbath and enjoy the sunset at the end of the day.
In Winter it can be reached by ski starting from Frachey, Champoluc or Gressoney La Trinité Ski facilities or snowshoeing in 45 minutes from the arrival point of funicolar Frachey - Alpe Ciarcerio.
In Summer 1 hour 30 minutes on foot from Frachey and 45 minutes from the arrival point of funicolar Frachey - Alpe Ciarcerio or by off road.

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The La Meridiana restaurant offers national cuisine alternating with Aosta Valley cuisine.

It is a small place characterized by a splendid stone vault which makes the environment warm and welcoming.

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Nearby ski slopes, but in the same time far from the chaos, L’Aroula in the typical Walser village of Cuneaz offers refreshment to body and soul with courtesy, quality and reasonable prices.
The restaurant is on the Alta via trail n. 1 and the Great Walser Path.
High altitude dinners every evening by reservation. The menu can be à la carte or bourguignonne and raclette at € 20 per person.
In winter cablecar access and Monterosa-ski snow cat, in summer cable car access and with track - 20 minutes on foot from Crest or 1 h. on foot from Champoluc.

Reservation recommended.

A quiet restaurant situated among the mountains of Val d’Ayas, where diners can sample traditional local dishes.