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.
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).
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
