3 places to visit with your children in Brusson, Aosta Valley, Italy

Between culture and history in the heart of the Val d’Ayas, between galleries and ancient ruins, in the midst of nature

We would like to suggest 3 places to discover with your children, where you can see interesting things but without walking long ...

1. The castle of Graines
From Arcesaz you can drive from the entrance of the path to the castle which is surrounded by a large wall, irregular in shape to adapt to the nature of the terrain, and where the other buildings are enclosed including a large square tower and a small chapel, the only ones of which a trace has remained.
From the windows of the castle you can take nice pics of Brusson and the entire Val d’Ayas!
Also worth a visit is the town of Graines, a typical village where you can still see the school, the oven for baking bread and the ancient houses with remarkable architectural details.

2. The Brusson lake, a recreational and sporting area
The funniest and easiest place to reach in Brusson is the playground by the lake where you can do many activities for children with swings and slides, a beach-volley field, a small amphitheater for events and lots of green space to relax and breathe pure air!
The playground with sand is reserved for children up to 12 years, the area is subject to a fee and there are inflatables, jumpers, playground (combined game with slide and paths) and a small bar with drinks and ice cream.
Thursday is the day of the summer market and there, near the parking lot, there are also public services and Le Chalet del laghetto, the bar also open for lunch with sandwiches, toast, salads and fruit salads.
At the kiosk under the outdoor garden of the Hotel Laghetto, facing the lake, hot dishes are also offered: polenta, sausage, carbonara pasta and other proposals upon reservation by 12:00 on the same day. The dishes are take-away and it is possible, for those without one, to purchase a blanket to make a really nice pic-nic on green grass.
The opening is from the first weekend of June to the first of September only on Saturdays and Sundays but in August it is open every day from 12.00 to 14.30.
Next to the Evançon there is a beautiful and easy walk that reaches the village of Extrepieraz and which can also be easily taken with a stroller. The path, which in winter corresponds to the cross-country ski track, passes in front of the rock climbing wall where in summer courses for children are organized thanks to the Alpine Guides of Champoluc, in complete safety and with the appropriate equipment.
Near the lake in loc. Diga (Dam at 100 meters from the junction for Col de Joux) is also the Brusson gold mines museum which enchants young and old with their charm!

3. The Chamousira Gold Mine
The visit to the gold mines includes, only for organized groups and on request, a stop at the Espace Herbet visitor center and the entrance to the Chamousira gallery, a fantastic place for all children!
The temperature inside is very cold and you feel even more in summer when it is warmer outside, so it is best to bring with you a jacket and a hat to wear before entering. The guides will provide you with the helmet to be able to visit the gallery in total safety.
In the locality of Dela, on the road that goes up to Estoul before the town of La Croix, the path to the Chamousira gold mine starts.
In about 20 minutes you reach the entrance to the mining site, located on a rock spike that overlooks the entire village of Brusson and where the view opens into incredible horizons!
Gold is found within quartz veins in two strands called Fenilliaz and Speranza.
Today it is possible to visit the gallery on level 7 of the Fenilliaz vein, in a suggestive underground path with the accompaniment of guides and their interesting explanations.

"Brusson Gold Mines"
Headquarters: Loc Dela - road to Estoul - Brusson, 11022 (AO)
CELL: +39 344 293 4564
From 09:00 to 18:00

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All was really good

We had a great stay, very comfortable, the best view ever from the valley and mountains, stunning. I really liked to be met at the property and shown where to park and shown our apartment, keys etc.

Anneke, ie - 01-07-2024

We had a great stay, very comfortable, the best view ever from the valley and mountains, stunning. I really liked to be met at the property and shown where to park and shown our apartment, keys etc.

Anneke, ie - Family holiday

01-07-2024

Nice and friendly hotel, great breakfast

Nice small hotel with family feeling. Good quality / value for money. Excellent breakfast, clean and tidy. Only a short walk to the gondola, plenty of restaurants in all price ranges just around the c

Ulf H - 25-03-2024

Nice small hotel with family feeling. Good quality / value for money. Excellent breakfast, clean and tidy. Only a short walk to the gondola, plenty of restaurants in all price ranges just around the corner from the hotel

Ulf H - Family holiday

25-03-2024

All the comfort you need when enjoying this charming town.

We really enjoyed our stay at the Hotel L'Aiglon. Firstly the staff were so pleasant and helpful. The room was fine, next time we'd opt for one with a balcony! Comfortable bed, great shower. Plenty of

percehere - 24-03-2024

We really enjoyed our stay at the Hotel L'Aiglon. Firstly the staff were so pleasant and helpful. The room was fine, next time we'd opt for one with a balcony! Comfortable bed, great shower. Plenty of storage and hooks for all our ski gear! Breakfast was in a lovely sunny room and there was plenty of choice for all nationalities. It's a slow 10 minute walk to the gondola, we opted for storing our gear there, although you can use the hotel's. Wellness centre was a perfect end to the days skiing.Definitely recommend and we'll be back!

percehere - Holiday with friends

24-03-2024

Easter Ski Trip

My adult kids and I had a great time, the hotel was clean, tidy and everyone was extremely helpful. The breakfast buffet was a treat each morning and the sauna/hot tub were great after a hard days sk

marka12023 - 13-04-2023

My adult kids and I had a great time, the hotel was clean, tidy and everyone was extremely helpful. The breakfast buffet was a treat each morning and the sauna/hot tub were great after a hard days skiing. Overall really good value for money and very welcoming

marka12023 - Family holiday

13-04-2023

Happy Vacation in Hotel L'Aiglon.

Stayed in Hotel L'Aiglon for 3 nights earlier this week. Great place to stay. Rooms were really comfortable and plenty of space and really clean. We received a really warm welcome on arrival and right

dubontour2016 - 20-01-2023

Stayed in Hotel L'Aiglon for 3 nights earlier this week. Great place to stay. Rooms were really comfortable and plenty of space and really clean. We received a really warm welcome on arrival and right throughout our stay. Breakfast was included in the price. Food was great - loads of variety and really healthy food to prepare us for the day ahead. Would love to return and stay here again in the future.

dubontour2016 - Family holiday

20-01-2023

Nice location, great value

Nice breakfast, clean and large room, perfect for a family of four with a pet.

Fabio Sergio, it - 10-01-2023

Nice breakfast, clean and large room, perfect for a family of four with a pet.

Fabio Sergio, it - Family holiday

10-01-2023

Excellent séjour à l'hôtel l'Aiglon!

L'accueil est sympathique et chaleureux. Les chambres sont spacieuses. L'hôtel est idéalement situé et le cadre est très agréable. Le petit déjeuner est extra avec un personnel au petit soin et très

PierreG04 - 28-06-2022

L'accueil est sympathique et chaleureux. Les chambres sont spacieuses. L'hôtel est idéalement situé et le cadre est très agréable. Le petit déjeuner est extra avec un personnel au petit soin et très sympa. Je ne peux que recommander chaleureusement l'hôtel l'Aiglon!

PierreG04 - Solo holiday

28-06-2022

Friendly familystyle hotel

We spent a few days before Easter in wonderful Champoluc, we decided to stay at L'Aiglon. The hotel has great location in the village, very friendly staff; most helpful when it comes to answer questio

908micaeld - 18-04-2022

We spent a few days before Easter in wonderful Champoluc, we decided to stay at L'Aiglon. The hotel has great location in the village, very friendly staff; most helpful when it comes to answer questions and point us to good deals and opportunities. The breakfast is wonderful, in itself worth the stay.

908micaeld - Family holiday

18-04-2022

Fabulous return visit

We have stayed here several times. First visit since the pandemic. The warm Italian welcome ever present. Such a friendly family run hotel. Spotlessly clean, very comfy, lovely views, great breakfast

Julie H - 21-03-2022

We have stayed here several times. First visit since the pandemic. The warm Italian welcome ever present. Such a friendly family run hotel. Spotlessly clean, very comfy, lovely views, great breakfast and next to the ski lift for Antagnod mini ski area so quiet on the slopes perfect. We will return again and again. Brandy measures in the bar still extremely generous! Thank you all the staff!

Julie H - Family holiday

21-03-2022

Another GREAT stay

We have been coming to this wonderful family operated hotel for more than 10 years for an annual ski vacation. Great location near main gondola and our favorite restaurants. Good and friendly service.

LarsNice - 14-03-2022

We have been coming to this wonderful family operated hotel for more than 10 years for an annual ski vacation. Great location near main gondola and our favorite restaurants. Good and friendly service. Good breakfast. Rooms are well kept and neatly cleaned daily. Overall, we find L’Aiglon great value for the reasonable rates. We are already looking forward to our next visit!

LarsNice - Couples holiday

14-03-2022