Étroubles

Étroubles is a small village nestled in the Aosta Valley between mountain peaks, with narrow cobbled streets and stone buildings decorated with flowered balconies. The place features a medieval church from the 12th century and several small chapels, plus a permanent outdoor art gallery with sculptures and installations by artists from around the world.

The village was originally known as Restopolis and served during Roman times as a key stop on the route to Gaul. Later, it became a central point on the Via Francigena, a major pilgrimage road connecting Rome to Jerusalem.

The name Étroubles likely comes from the local dialect, referring to fields once covered with straw. Residents keep their traditions alive, and at festivals like La Veillà, old practices such as grain threshing and cheese making are demonstrated.

The place is easy to reach by car and offers several small shops and cafes in the village itself, with larger services available in the nearby town of Aosta. In winter, you can ski at the nearby St. Bernard area, while summer is ideal for hiking on quiet mountain trails and biking along river paths.

The village hosts the Carnival of Coumba Freida every year, where residents dress in masks and costumes resembling Napoleon's troops and parade through the streets. This playful tradition allows people to remember difficult moments from the village's past while having fun.

Location: Aosta Valley

Capital city: Étroubles

Elevation above the sea: 1,280 m

Shares border with: Doues, Gignod, Saint-Oyen, Aosta Valley, Allein, Ollomont, Bourg-Saint-Pierre

Address: Ufficio Turismo, 13 Route Nationale Du Gd. St. Bernard, Etroubles, AO 11014, 11014 Étroubles AO

Website: http://comune.etroubles.ao.it

GPS coordinates: 45.82150,7.23040

Latest update: January 14, 2026 08:33