Ollomont between family slopes, mountain lakes and mining culture
Accommodation in Ollomont
When choosing accommodation for a skiing holiday in Ollomont, you can expect a local winter sports offering: the Ollomont ski area has a ski lift serving slopes that are mainly suitable for beginners and families. At the same time, the village combines winter activities with hiking trails, mountain lakes, regional cuisine and mining culture.
Landscape: Ollomont lies on a sunny plateau in the heart of Valpelline. Meadows, pastures, forests and pine forests surround the village and define its landscape character.
Hiking network: Ollomont is connected to the Tour des Combins hiking network.
Mining history: The Ollomont-Valpelline mining complex was in operation from 1700 to 1952. In Ollomont, it comprised the three areas of Saint-Jean, Balme and Vaud.
Regional cuisine: Restaurants in Ollomont serve specialities such as Fontina, Modzetta, sausages, Boudin or blood sausage, black bread and Valpellinentze soup.
Religious heritage: The parish church of Sant’Agostino in Ollomont dates from 1775.
Tradition: During Ollomont’s historic carnival, the Landzette masks celebrate the beginning of spring. Their colourful costumes are inspired by the uniforms of French soldiers from the Napoleonic era.
Winter days with more than one activity
The Ollomont Adventure Park offers aerial adventure courses and Tibetan bridges in a natural setting.
For a comparison with other places, you can also view Allein, Chamois, Châtillon, Villeneuve, Issime, Coveyrand, Antey-Saint-André and Valgrisenche.
Hiking destinations from Glassier
The path to Conca di By begins in Glassier, follows signpost 3 via Alpe Pont and crosses a characteristic stone bridge.
Several lakes can also be reached from Glassier. Lago Cornet can be reached from Glassier via a 2-hour-and-20-minute ascent. The ascent from Glassier to Lago FenĂŞtre takes 3 hours and 50 minutes. The Laghi di Thoules can be reached from Glassier via a 2-hour-and-30-minute ascent.
Mining culture in tunnels and exhibitions
The Sentiero del rame passes through mine tunnels, mining buildings and ore-smelting facilities. It also leads to play and adventure parks, museums and information points.
The information point for the Ollomont mines includes an archaeometallurgy laboratory. Information panels, videos and interactive demonstrations there explore the history of mining and historical copper-processing techniques.
FAQ
What does Maison Grimpe in Ollomont offer?
Maison Grimpe offers climbing routes of varying difficulty and is also suitable for children and beginners.
What facilities are available at the Baby Snow Park?
The Ollomont Baby Snow Park includes a magic carpet, inflatable play equipment, a tubing slope and snow games.
How does a visit to the Saint-Jean area work?
During a visit to the Saint-Jean area, you enter the mine wearing a helmet and carrying a lamp. The tour lasts two hours and is offered daily at 10:30 a.m. and 2:30 p.m.
How do you get to Ollomont?
You can reach Ollomont from Aosta by car in about 25 minutes. Alternatively, there is a connection via the “Aosta – Ollomont” bus route. The approximate travel time applies to travelling by car; the bus route is to be considered a separate option.
To the overarching travel overview: Aosta Valley.
