Fortificazioni del Colle della Croce

The Fortificazioni del Colle della Croce consists of underground structures and stone walls positioned along the ridge between Mont Cormet and Colle San Carlo.

Construction of these fortifications began in 1930 as part of Italy's Alpine Wall defense system to protect the border region during European military tensions.

The fortification complex represents Italian military engineering practices from the interwar period, incorporating local building techniques and materials from Aosta Valley.

Visitors can reach the fortification ruins by following trail marker 15 toward Lake Arpy, with the entrance to an underground fortress visible after a 10-minute walk.

The stone walls surrounding the fortification measure at least one meter thick and provide direct views of both Mont Blanc massif and La Thuile settlement.

Location: Aosta Valley

Location: La Thuile

Location: Morgex

Inception: 1930

Part of: Caposaldo Colle della Croce - Colle San Carlo

GPS coordinates: 45.71794,6.98298

Latest update: March 24, 2025 07:15