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Val d'Ayas

Brusson

Tour Le Otto Montagne: excursion to Lake and Alpe Literan

A special trip for families and children!

By: Visit Brusson

Route category: Trekking

Duration: 7 hours

Difficulty: Low

lago Literan

DATES: on request from June to September 2023

 

Description of the route: climb along sections of mule track and dirt road up to Lake Literan, the first of the famous Palasinaz lakes from which you can enjoy a view over the whole homonymous valley, central point of the book and film "The Eight Mountains" where you will have a packed lunch. This is followed by a short ascent to Alpe Literan from where you can enjoy a spectacular view over the entire Palasinaz valley and some of the most imposing peaks of the Aosta Valley. From the end of July to August, there will be the opportunity to buy delicious butter and high-quality cheeses directly from the producers. At the end of the trip, we propose an optional snack at "Il Pranzo di Babette", an important place in the book and film.

 

Equipment: 

-water and snacks

-trekking shoes, fleece, anorak, sunglasses, sunscreen

-hiking poles highly recommended

 

Price: to be agreed upon at the time of the request, depending on the number of participants and the availability of the Environmental Hiking Guide who will accompany the group. Payment will be made in cash the day of the excursion.

 

Important:

-In case of inappropriate clothing, you may be excluded from participation.

-The Guide reserves the right to modify the itinerary for adverse weather and safety reasons, or to lengthen or shorten the itinerary for the physical condition of the group.

-Dogs are allowed only if kept on a leash.

-At the time of registration, please remember to communicate any allergies or food intolerances, indicating them in the appropriate space on the membership form.

-The accident insurance policy is not included in the fee. If you deem it appropriate, each participant in the trip can independently take out an insurance policy for the activity carried out.

-The excursions will also take place in cloudy and light rain conditions. In the case of adverse weather conditions that are deemed dangerous, the excursion will be canceled and rescheduled for another date, based on the availability of the Guide. If it is not possible to reschedule the trip, the participation fee will be fully refunded.

-The excursions will be confirmed four days before the scheduled date and will start with a minimum number of 6 participants. If an excursion is not confirmed due to a lack of minimum registered participants, the entire amount paid at the time of registration will be refunded to each participant.

 

CONTACTS:

Environmental Hiking Guides:

-Anna 340 3438276

-Silvia 379 2565925

Details of the tour

Properties

Typology: Trekking

Difficulty: Low

Ascent: 450 m

Duration: 7 hours

Best time of the year

June, July, August, September

Features

Ideal for families Nature interest

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Start point
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