La Pass Pitchü - Festival of the Valleys of La Thuile
When the mountain unites two valleys across the border
About La Pass Pitchü
A festival that unites two valleys
The Pass Pitchü - Festival of the Valleys was created to celebrate a symbolic moment in mountain life: the opening of the Col du Petit Saint-Bernard, the pass at over 2,000 meters that connects the Aosta Valley with the French Tarentaise. For centuries, this pass has been a route for exchange, trade, and encounters between the two sides of the Alps, and the festival renews its spirit every year.
Artisans, flavors, and friendship without borders
The event brings together artisans from both valleys with stands, typical products, and mountain specialties: cheeses, bread, wines, and gastronomic excellences of the region. Music, entertainment, and "smiling faces" accompany a day designed to discover "excellences, emotions, and friendship without borders".
Alternating between Italy and France
The event takes place alternately between La Thuile and Séez (France), emphasizing its cross-border nature. In 2026, the municipality of La Thuile, in the province of Aosta, will host the festival in its main town. An opportunity to experience the shared Alpine culture between the Aosta Valley and Savoy.
La Pass Pitchü — edition 2026
The 2026 edition of La Pass Pitchü - Festival of the Valleys takes place on June 21 in the main town of La Thuile, host of the rotation with Séez in France. Starting from 9:00 AM, the Aosta Valley village welcomes artisans and producers from both valleys with stands, aromas, and typical products: cheeses, bread, wines, and Alpine specialties. The festival, organized by the Consorzio Operatori Turistici La Thuile, celebrates the opening of the Col du Petit Saint-Bernard with music, entertainment, and a spirit of "friendship without borders".
Programme La Pass Pitchü 2026
Sunday, June 21
- From 9:00 AM — opening of stands by artisans and producers from both valleys in the main town of La Thuile
- Exhibition and sale of typical products: cheeses, bread, wines, and mountain specialties
- Music and entertainment throughout the day
The detailed program with participating artisans and entertainment schedules will be published on the official website lathuile.it.
Highlights La Pass Pitchü 2026
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Practical information — La Pass Pitchü
How to get there
La Thuile can be reached by car from the A5 motorway (Morgex exit), then take the SS26 towards the Col du Petit Saint-Bernard. Nearest train station: Pré-Saint-Didier.
Admission
Free admission. For information: Consorzio Operatori Turistici La Thuile, tel. +39 0165 883049.
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Where does it take place — La Pass Pitchü
Capoluogo di La Thuile
Piazzale Fiera snc, 11016 La Thuile