Snowshoeing is one of the most delightful ways to enjoy a
winter holiday in the mountains.
Snowshoes – ciaspole in Italian – attach to your usual
hiking shoes, allowing you to literally walk on deep snow rather than plunging
through it. Accessible for all generations and abilities, it’s an invigorating
way to admire the mountains at their most charming as you move through this
fairy-tale winter landscape.
SNOWSHOEING: THE EQUIPMENT
Going
for a snowshoe hike requires the following:
a windproof jacket, gloves, hat,
sunglasses, hiking shoes or suitable winter-proof equivalent, backpack,
gaiters, ski poles and snowshoes (these two key pieces of equipment can be
rented at various sports shops throughout Valtellina – contact the Info Point
for more information).
SNOWSHOE ROUTES
Before embarking on a snowshoe hike, make sure you check
the snow forecast and avalanche bulletin as well as the snow conditions on
your chosen route (For details on the current situation, enquire at the closest
Info Point and/or ask a qualified mountain guide).
To ensure your snowshoe excursion is risk-free, contact a
local mountain guide to assist with organising a hike in complete safety.
Throughout Valtellina, there is a busy calendar of excursions during the winter
season. All of these events will be led by experienced mountain guides, and
some even happen under moodlight.
Valtellina is home to many routes of varying difficulties
and lengths: we suggest you to visit the ValtellinaOutdoor website
Discover Snowshoeing
Morbegno Bassa Valle
- Morbegno e dintorni - From the rugged Val Tartano to Valli del Bitto: a choice of routes in the lower part of Valtellina
- Val Gerola - For the best views from Monte Olano to the classic hike from Fenile to Pescegallo
Alta Valtellina
- Valdidentro - Val Viola, the ‘wood road’ and the joyful Giro Felice
- Valdisotto - Start from the Forte di Oga and explore the wilderness
- Valfurva - In the heart of the Stelvio National Park, routes for all abilities and views for miles
- Sondalo - Hike in the beautiful Val di Rezzalo, accessible to all and immersed in the Stelvio National Park
