Chenal
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Edited by:
Massimo Martini
Access
Leave the motorway at the Verrès toll booth, enter the roundabout and take the third exit, taking the Strada Statale in the direction of Aosta. After 450 metres, at the roundabout, take the first exit and continue on the state road for 3.90 kilometres until you reach a new roundabout near Berriaz. Take the second exit and continue on the state road. Pass through the village of Montjovet, go up the "Mongiovetta" and, after 3.70 kilometres, arrive at Champerioux. Near Hotel Castello, turn right and follow the signs for Chenal. Continue along the municipal road for a further 1.20 kilometres until you reach the crossroads for Chenal. Keep to the left and follow the small road until you reach a crossroads with a fountain. Turn left and, after a few dozen metres, arrive at the small free car park 🅿️ located in front of the Chapel of Our Lady of Mount Carmel.
[0h14'] - [10.02km]
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Introduction
The village of Chenal, located in the municipality of Montjovet, in Valle d'Aosta, is a place of discreet and authentic charm, set in a natural and cultural context of great interest. Set at an altitude of about 700 metres, it is located in a position that offers a suggestive panorama of the surrounding mountains and the valley below. Located at the foot of the Pennine Alps, the village enjoys a moderate mountain climate, ideal for those seeking a serene retreat away from the hustle and bustle of the city. Small streams flow nearby, enriching the landscape with their constant murmur, accompanying the observer on a journey of tranquillity.
Description
The name 'Chenal' may derive from the French-Provençal word for a small canal or furrow, a probable reference to the morphology of the territory and the presence of watercourses or historical canals. The origins of the village are intertwined with those of Montjovet and its territory, which saw settlements as far back as Roman times and played a strategic role as a crossing point between the plain and the Alpine passes.
In geological terms, the Chenal area is characterised by rocky terrain and moderate slopes, surrounded by chestnut and oak forests. The location of the village, exposed to the sun for much of the year, makes it a particularly suitable place for mountain agriculture, with evidence of traditional cultivation still visible in the terraces.
To reach Chenal, one can start from Montjovet and follow a series of secondary roads that gradually ascend towards the village. Hikers can take advantage of a network of trails that wind through forests and meadows, with varying levels of difficulty, suitable for both experienced walkers and families looking for a walk immersed in nature. The trails lead to vantage points offering breathtaking views of the central valley of the Dora Baltea and the mountains that frame it.
The village, although small and quiet, has a history rich in local traditions. These include ancient village festivals and orally passed down tales of mythical figures and mountain stories. Characters linked to the area include artisans and farmers who have contributed to keeping the community's traditions and cultural identity alive.
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- Populated:Yes, all year round