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Aosta Valley
Hône

View of Fort Bard – Echallod Stone Bridge loop from Hône-Bard

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Bike touring routes & trails
Italy
Aosta Valley
Hône

View of Fort Bard – Echallod Stone Bridge loop from Hône-Bard

Hard

39

riders

View of Fort Bard – Echallod Stone Bridge loop from Hône-Bard

05:24

69.2km

1,790m

Cycling

Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: March 10, 2026

Waypoints

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Start point

Train Station

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187 m

View of Fort Bard

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3.54 km

Echallod Stone Bridge

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The Ponte di Echallod is a picturesque pedestrian bridge in the Aosta Valley region. This stone bridge, which has been restored several times over the centuries, connects the upper and lower parts of the village of Echallod with other villages in the municipality of Arnad. The Ponte di Echallod is a classic example of 18th-century architecture. It is built with stone and mortar. The bridge has three arches with buttresses and has a symmetrical shape. It is located along the path of the old Via Francigena, which comes from Verrès and heads towards Bard and Donnas.

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7.12 km

Issogne Castle

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The Castello di Issogne is one of the most famous castles in the Aosta Valley and is known for its Renaissance style that contrasts with the nearby, more austere Castello di Verrès. The castle has a remarkable courtyard with a fountain in the shape of a pomegranate tree and a colorful portico, a rare example of medieval Alpine painting, with frescoes depicting scenes from everyday life in the late Middle Ages. The castle's history dates back to a papal bull in 1151, and it has a rich history that includes its transformation from an episcopal fortress into an elegant princely residence. The castle is open to visitors and offers a unique look at the culture and architecture of the region.

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8.02 km

Verrès Castle

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The Castello di Verrès is an impressive medieval castle in the Aosta Valley, built in the 14th century by Yblet de Challant. The castle is known for its unique monolithic structure, which resembles a solid cube and differs from most other castles of the time which consisted of multiple buildings within a walled enclosure. Dominating the town of Verrès and the entrance to the Val d'Ayas, the castle has a military character that merges with elegant stone details that adorn the windows, doors and monumental mantelpieces. The castle has no corner towers nor a keep.

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26.4 km

Historic Village of Emarèse

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Emarese is located on a beautiful plateau that is sunny all year round. The village has beautiful stone houses, many of which have been renovated respecting the original materials and architecture. On the walls of some of these houses, reproductions of period photos have been hung, showing the faces of the people who lived in the village in a past that is becoming increasingly distant.

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35.2 km

Col Tzecore

Mountain Pass

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38.4 km

Road to Colle Tzecore

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This paved road is as scenic as it is challenging.
When you ride downhill, you can enjoy the view of the valley that opens up through the thick vegetation. When you ride uphill, it's best to warm up your legs: it's about 6.2 km long, with an average gradient of 9%.

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40.6 km

Traditional Valdostan Architecture

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9

47.7 km

Col d'Arlaz

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The Col d'Araz is located between Montjovet and Challand-Saint-Victor and offers a beautiful view of the central valley and the mountains.
The climb on both sides has some sections with challenging slopes, but the beautiful views repay every effort.

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69.2 km

End point

Train Station

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Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

55.6 km

12.8 km

585 m

304 m

< 100 m

Surfaces

53.6 km

15.1 km

323 m

195 m

< 100 m

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Highest point (1,610 m)

Lowest point (340 m)

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