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Alagna Valsesia is a comune and small village high in the Valsesia alpine valley in the province of Vercelli, Piedmont, northern Italy, a UNESCO World heritage site since 2013. It is a tourist place for mountaineering and winter sports, and it is internationally renowned for the freeride off-piste skiing. It is also the traditional starting point for the Margherita Hut climb, at 4,554 metres (14,941 ft) above sea level, the highest building in Europe. It was originally settled by Walser at the beginning of the 12th century. It is located at an elevation of 1,191 metres (3,907 ft) just south of the Monte Rosa, elevation 4,638 metres (15,217 ft) ; It is very close to Milan and to the international Milan–Malpensa Airport.

Alagna Valsesia is a small town located in the Piedmont region of Italy, surrounded by the stunning Monte Rosa mountain range. It is a popular destination for outdoor enthusiasts, offering an array of activities such as hiking, skiing, mountain biking, and rock climbing. The town is also known for its traditional architecture, with many of the buildings dating back to the 18th century.

One of the highlights of Alagna Valsesia is the beautiful Walser Trail, a historic path that winds through the valley and the surrounding mountains. This trail was once used by the Walser people, a German-speaking community that settled in the area in the 13th century. Today, the trail is a popular hiking destination, offering breathtaking views of the Alps and the surrounding valleys.