Val Ferret - CourmayeurMontBlanc
Courmayeurmontblanc - Val Ferret

A valley suitable for everyone

during every season

Framed by the most spectacular peaks of the Alps – from Mont Blanc to the Dent du Géant, from the Grandes Jorasses to the Aiguille de Triolet – Val Ferret is a corner of pure wonder, to be experienced in every season.

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Summer in Val Ferret

Among Peaks, Lakes, and Trails

Summer in Val Ferret is a true celebration of the mountains: blooming meadows, larch forests, majestic peaks, and panoramas that stretch all the way to the Mont Blanc massif. Every day offers a new adventure, from passionate trekkers to those who prefer leisurely walks.

Popular routes include the Grand Col Ferret, at the Swiss border, and the Val Ferret Balconade, offering breathtaking views over the valley and surrounding peaks. For those seeking longer treks, the valley is part of the legendary Tour du Mont Blanc, an extraordinary trail connecting Italy, Switzerland, and France, allowing a full immersion in the magic of the Alps.

Among the most scenic stops, alpine huts provide rest and authentic experiences: Rifugio Bertone, Rifugio Elena, and Rifugio Bonatti welcome visitors who want to enjoy traditional dishes while breathing in the pure mountain air.

Cycling enthusiasts can explore the valley on mountain bikes or e-bikes, riding through forests and alpine meadows, while the pedestrian path along the valley is perfect for families or those seeking gentle walks, picnics, and relaxing moments in nature.

For those looking for different experiences, there’s sport fishing in alpine streams or a round of golf at the Courmayeur et Grandes Jorasses Golf Club, set in a postcard-perfect landscape.

Autumn in Val Ferret

Nature, Colors, and Tranquility

In autumn, Val Ferret dresses in warm, luminous hues: larch and fir forests turn shades of yellow, orange, and red, creating a magical atmosphere that invites you to slow down and savor every moment.

It’s the perfect season for lovers of trekking, gentle walks, or mountain biking, enjoying the quieter trails far from the summer crowds. The pace of the valley becomes slow, almost meditative: every step lets you hear the wind rustling through the trees, the crunch of leaves, and the sounds of local wildlife. Autumn in Val Ferret is also ideal for photography enthusiasts and wildlife observers, offering breathtaking scenes to capture the beauty of the landscapes and the magic of the soft, low autumn light.

In this season, Val Ferret becomes a true slow destination, where you can fully relax and immerse yourself in nature, far from mass tourism, breathing in the fresh, clean Alpine air and enjoying pristine, silent panoramas.

Winter in Val Ferret

White, Silence, and Adventure

In winter, Val Ferret transforms into a true snowy kingdom: larch and fir forests blanketed in snow, peaks sparkling in the sunlight, and breathtaking landscapes that seem straight out of a fairy tale. Every corner of the valley invites you to pause, breathe, and admire the magic of the mountains in winter.

The star of the season is cross-country skiing, with perfectly groomed trails winding through snow-covered forests and meadows, suitable for both beginners and experienced skiers. But Val Ferret also offers other ways to enjoy the snow: snowshoeing allows you to explore quiet trails and untouched scenery, ski mountaineering delivers thrills atop snowy peaks, while snow walks and fat-bike or e-fat bike outings are perfect for those seeking a slower, more immersive experience.

In this season, every trail offers postcard-perfect views, with the winter light turning the meadows white and sparkling on icy streams. Val Ferret becomes a place where movement meets contemplation, far from the crowds, breathing in the crisp, pure air and experiencing the mountains in all their poetic beauty.