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Fontaines Pass

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Fontaines Pass

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Location: Chamois, Aosta Valley, Italy

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Marika Abbà

July 7, 2022

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Col des Fontaines is located at 2,696 meters above sea level. From here you have a beautiful view of the surrounding peaks and partly of the Matterhorn.

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Damiano 🇮🇹

July 3, 2025

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Col des Fontaines, at 2,695 meters above sea level, is an Alpine pass that enchants with its spectacular views between Val d’Ayas and Valtournenche. The path to reach it winds through pastures and larch forests, offering glimpses of uncontaminated nature and an atmosphere of great tranquility. It is the ideal starting point for exploring the nearby peaks or simply for enjoying a moment of peace immersed in the majestic mountains of the Aosta Valley.

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giacomo

July 9, 2025

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Is there room to pitch tents to sleep?

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Elevation 2,680 m

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Monday 1 June

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99 %

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Max wind speed: 10.0 km/h

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