7 unique events in Aosta Valley in 2024
In all seasons the Aosta Valley is ready to welcome tourists with events and experiences with a common denominator: uniqueness.
Some of them occur annually, others occur only on special occasions.
Liberty House Alps, our holiday home in Châtillon is in a privileged position to discover them.
In this article we have selected 7, to do on weekends or in the next summer holidays.
A Saturday at the Planetarium and the Astronomical Observatory
Every Saturday until 15 June 2024 – July and August every day from Tuesday to Saturday, in Nus.
Photo credits: Giovanni Antico e per la fondazione per la Fondazione Clément Fillietroz-ONLUS Andrea Bernagozzi, Nikki Miller, Andrea Vanoni , Mario Borghi Paolo Calcidese
Located in the first Starlight Stellar Park in Italy and recognized by UNESCO, the Lignan Planetarium and the Astronomical Observatory of the Aosta Valley Autonomous Region offer immersive shows and night-time guided tours to discover astronomy suitable for all ages.
The shows at the Planetarium, (which are held every Saturday until 15 June 2024, and then resume in July and August every day from Tuesday to Saturday) allow you to virtually travel in space and time to discover the celestial bodies that populate the universe thanks to surprising images, are independent of weather conditions and take place every Saturday at 4.00 pm and 6.00 pm, always with a duration of one hour, but with different titles and contents depending on the period. in two different time slots:
The nocturnal guided tours of the Astronomical Observatory last an hour and a half from 9.30pm to 11.00pm (also organized on Saturdays until 15 June and then every day from Tuesday to Saturday in the months of July to August) with the difference that they take place outdoors. In fact, they involve observation of the sky with the naked eye, guided by an operator with a special laser pointer for the description of the main constellations, and with direct vision through telescopes. It is advisable to cover yourself well and bring a blanket with you.
Special events
The following special events are also planned during the summer and early autumn:
- Saturday 29 June 10th Asteroid Day initiative promoted by the United Nations, in memory of Prof. Enzo Bertolini
- From Monday 8 to Friday 12 July 21st Astronomy summer school in Saint-Barthélemy "The Milky Way"
- From Saturday 10th to Tuesday 13th August Etoiles et musique four nights dedicated to the 'shooting stars' of San Lorenzo between science and tradition (on these evenings the classic nocturnal guided tour of the Astronomical Observatory is replaced by this initiative)
- From Friday 27th to Sunday 29th September 32nd Star Party in Saint-Berthélemy three days of observations, dissemination, astronomical photography
Online booking is mandatory, below is the link to the official website www.oavda.it where you can check availability and stay updated via the monthly column "The sky of the month".
For you the sky will have no more secrets.
Contatti
Loc. Lignan, 39 11020 NUS (AO)
Online booking is mandatory, below is the link to the official website
Mattinata in Mongolfiera
every morning from Aosta
Photo credits: Enzo Massa Micon e Mongolfiere.it
Flying in a hot air balloon between the Alps of the Aosta Valley, flying over the valleys and the peaks of Mont Blanc, Monte Rosa, Matterhorn and Gran Paradiso is an experience that is both exciting and relaxing, with an absolutely unique feeling of freedom.
The silence is interrupted only by the breath of the burner that heats the balloon, you can fly slowly, low to the ground, skimming trees, fields and small towns or rise a few thousand meters without almost realizing it.
The flights are managed by Charbonnier Mongolfiere, one of the most prestigious Italian balloon companies with over 40 years of experience, and depart every day of the week, early in the morning, near Aosta.
Hot air balloon flights are organized for adults and children (minimum height 130 cm) lasting one hour at a height of up to 3,000 metres, always in maximum safety.
In fact, the company, in addition to possessing the Aerial Work Operator Certificate and Air Operator Certificate, has pilots, technicians and consultants to carry out everything necessary for the best use of hot air balloons. The fleet is made up of around ten hot air balloons of various sizes produced by Cameron Balloons, a world leading company.
In a hot air balloon you have the impression of floating lighter than air, you know the take-off point but you don't know where the precise landing point will be: flying for the sake of flying without a predefined destination, but following the winds.
A breath-taking experience, to be done on holiday, for a birthday or for team building with a minimum of 5 participants up to a maximum of 35.
Contact
For more information, check availability and for reservations we recommend you visit the official website www.mongolfiere.it
Roman Aosta tour
18 19 May 2024 free entry, Aosta
On the occasion of International Museum Day on May 18th and 19th, Aosta opens the doors to its cultural sites free of charge: the Early Christian Church of San Lorenzo, MAR - Regional Archaeological Museum, the Cryptoporticus, and the Area Megalithic.
However, entry is always free for the 0-18 age group every day.
MAR – Regional Archaeological Museum
Inaugurated in 2004, and renovated in 2010 with its current layout, it constitutes a fundamental point of reference for Roman archaeology, being almost entirely dedicated to the exhibition of finds from the ancient Augusta Prætoria.
Early Christian Church of San Lorenzo
Along the axis of the Decumanus Maximus, near the Porta Prætoria but in a secluded position, there is a quiet and secluded place in which there are two extraordinary testimonies of the city's early Christian history: the Collegiate Church of Saints Peter and Bear and the early Christian Church of Saint Lawrence.
The latter houses underground the remains of that building which, between the 5th and 8th centuries AD, welcomed the mortal remains of the first Christians of the Diocese placed next to those of their bishops.
Forensic cryptoporticus
In the center of Aosta, right next to the Cathedral, there is a small and charming garden: in this place, in the shade of the large lime tree planted at the beginning of the twentieth century, one of the most fascinating Roman monuments in the city opens up, the forensic cryptoporticus.
You cannot leave Aosta without having seen this underground jewel, capable of making you imagine the powerful monumentality of what is still called "Rome of the Alps".
Megalithic area
The visit to the megalithic area of Aosta is an invitation to discover the most hidden folds of the city, its soul and its thousand-year history by reaching the peripheral district of Saint-Martin-de-Corléans.
In fact, the largest covered Megalithic Area in Europe is located here: a special place where the site becomes a museum and the museum becomes a site in a continuous visual dialogue that accompanies the visitor.
Contacts
0165 40532
info@turismo.vda.it
Reservations
Tickets, also for free visits on the days indicated above, can be purchased directly on site at the Roman Theatre, at the MAR-Regional Archaeological Museum and at the Aosta tourist office in Piazza Porta Praetoria, 3.
However, it is necessary to book in advance if you want to organize a guided tour by referring to the contacts above.
For more information, please refer to the official website: https://valledaostaheritage.com/
A week of magic in Saint-Vincent
17 – 19 May / 23 – 26 May 2024 Palais et Billia Congress Center,
Saint-Vincent
Two unique, indeed magical, world-famous events. Both will be held in Saint-Vincent (already known as the Capital of Magic) which is preparing to be invaded by magicians, magicians and illusionists.
The first event from 17 to 19 May at the Palais of Saint-Vincent will be the Masters of Magic World Tour (DreaMagic) which for three consecutive evenings will offer two hours of breathtaking entertainment with the presence of 9 international artists. Hosted by Walter Rolfo and directed by Alessandro Marrazzo, it will give viewers the best of world magic. For more information and to purchase tickets www.mastersofmagicworldtour.com
The second event, from 23 to 26 May at the Cento Congressi Billia, is the European Championship FISM Italy 2024, a unique event that is held every 3 years in different countries around the world and which arrives in Italy for the first time. It will see the participation of around 3000 magicians from all over the world competing for the title of European Magic Champion. The single ticket allows access to 4 days full of extraordinary events from morning until late at night, offering the opportunity to learn the art of illusion from the best artists in the world. For more information and purchase tickets www.fismitaly2024.com
From light to dark, photographic exhibition
Until 16 June 2024
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Castello Gamba, Châtillon
Castello Gamba in Châtillon is the most recent of the castles in the Region, built at the turn of the 20th century by Baron Carlo Maurizio Gamba.
Since 2012 the Castle has been owned by the Region which has opened its doors to the public with a
permanent exhibition which houses the collection of
modern and contemporary art of the autonomous Region of Valle d'Aosta.
Only until June 16th for photography lovers we highlight the temporary exhibition "Entre Chien et Loup", an ancient French expression that can be translated into Italian as "at nightfall". The title embodies the meaning of the project: telling that particular moment of the day characterized by the transition from light to dark. It is the time of twilight during which it is not possible to distinguish a dog from a wolf, as the French poet Jean-Antoine Baïf wrote in the 16th century.
The twilight described by Sophie-Anne Herin is that of the Envers, the Aosta Valley side occupied mainly by woods and characterized by the scarcity of daylight hours in the winter months.
The exhibition develops within the three floors of the Gamba Castle in a journey that starts from the earth and then goes beyond the borders of the mountains and arrives first at the sky and then at the dream
Contacts
Loc. Crêt-de-Breil - 11024 Châtillon
Telephone + 39 0166 563252
info.castellogamba@regione.vda.it
https://valledaostaheritage.com/en/castello-gamba/
Mountain cinema in summer
27 July – 3 August 2024, Breuil Cervinia and Valtournenche
The Cervino CineMountain, the highest international mountain film festival in Europe which takes place at the foot of Mount Cervino (Matterhorn), is one of the central events of the summer cultural programming of the Valle d'Aosta region.
Since the first edition, in 1998, the mountain has been the protagonist and opportunity to address current issues closely related to it: the environment, climate, adventure, sport, culture and history.
The heart of the event is the Festival Competition which selects the best of mountain filmography represented by the films that won the Grand Prix in the festivals of the IAMF (International Alliance for Mountain Film) circuit, thus decreeing the Oscar of mountain Oscars.
From its inception to today, CineMountain has presented more than 1000 films that represent the best of national and international genre cinema.
Contacts:
for further information we refer you to the official website of the event which will soon contain all the updates of the 2024 program
International Festival of New Trad Music
6 - 10 August 2024, Aosta and Fenis
Etétrad is a summer festival of traditional music that brings the sounds of the world to the Aosta Valley. The event has grown over the years in consensus and artistic quality, to the point of becoming an event of absolute appeal for the originality of its proposal.
Now in its twenty-sixth edition, the Festival combines concerts with moments of dance, which will take place between Aosta where the opening evening will take place and the Municipality of Fenis where the rest of the event will take place.
In Fenis, at the foot of one of the most beautiful medieval castles in the world, there will be a space dedicated to the teaching of instrumental, singing and dance practices and to an exhibition of great international scope.
Under the good-natured gaze of the highest mountains in Europe, in a convivial and enchanting environment, the event will bring the participants together with the vibrations of a soothing song of peace and harmony.
We suggest you keep monitored the official website of the event where the 2024 program will be published shortly www.etetrad.org
The article contains some proposals but the events that the Aosta Valley has to offer, from the small artisan market, to food and wine tours and outdoor sports are countless.
To discover others, we invite you to visit the events section of the official website of the Region.
Accomodation
Liberty House Alps in Châtillon is located in a strategic position, between 5 and 30 minutes by car from all events, and very close to the bus station in via Plantin.
To book or get more information you have several solutions to do so:
- by visiting our book now page
- by calling us or sending us a WhatsApp on + 39 366 177 11 99
- or an email to info@libertyhouse-alps.it
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