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Alpine summer heat intensifies as Valle d'Aosta braces for sustained high temperatures
Italy's mountain regions face mounting pressure as heatwaves push temperatures toward record levels, raising questions about water supply and seasonal tourism capacity.
Camille Bréan · 418 words
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Geography & climate
Alpine; long snow seasons, short cool summers.
Italy's smallest and highest region — the Mont Blanc and Matterhorn massifs, deep glacial valleys.
Economy & culture
Mountain tourism, hydroelectric power, dairy, cross-border trade.
Bilingual Italian–French autonomy, Walser communities, alpine traditions.