The best traffic-free bike rides around Quart

At this point, there's a covered rest area ideal for those pedaling these trails, complete with an e-bike charging station and a tire pump. From the rest area, you can enjoy a spectacular view of the valley floor, perfect for a relaxing break during your hike or bike ride.

very nice tour to do, shame that at a certain point the dirt road is closed

The most curious feature of the village of Avisod is a small church, probably built between the end of the 17th and the beginning of the 18th century, which has now been transformed into a private home. It must be said that the transformation took place in a truly singular way: on the one hand, the original architectural features of the church have been maintained, on the other, the building has acquired the typical appearance of old Aosta Valley houses, with a wooden gallery that runs along the facade and now serves as a balcony. If the church was destined to fall into ruin, so much the better that it has been adapted and returned to daily life: an intelligent and respectful way of giving continuity to a piece of history.

Alpe Seyvaz overlooks a valley that, in late spring, when the snow melts, turns into a true natural spectacle. The valley fills with mountain flowers of all kinds, creating an extraordinary palette of colors that mix with the bright green of the grass that covers the entire ground. If you stop in silence for a few minutes, you can hear the call of the marmots that inhabit this area: their characteristic whistles will begin to resonate in the air, a signal of their presence. As time passes, when they feel safe and do not perceive any danger, it will not be uncommon to see them timidly emerge from their underground dens to return to their daily activities.

Fonteil probably owes its name to the abundance of springs in this area, which have always been a fundamental resource for the life of the village. Thanks to these springs, in fact, along the mountain slopes - here gentler and therefore more easily cultivated - small crops have developed that, for generations, have supported the local community. In the past, Fonteil was also an important stop in the transhumance of herds. In late spring, shepherds passed through here to lead the cattle to the mountain pastures, while at the end of summer, when the high mountain pastures began to dry up, the return journey to the valley brought new life to the village. Today Fonteil is the ideal starting point for climbing to the Croce di Fana, which at 2211 meters offers a spectacular panoramic view of the valley. Furthermore, it represents the privileged access to go up the scenic valley of the Deche torrent.

Quart Castle is currently (January 2025) undergoing conservation work. The work should be completed by summer 2025.

A handful of characteristic stone and wood houses grouped around the church, resting on the slope of the plateau and facing the curtain of mountains, all with peaks over 3000, which stand out in front.

Verrayes is located on a large plateau that is always sunny, even in the middle of winter. For this reason, especially in winter, it represents an excellent starting point for excursions in the surrounding area.