Coolcation and Adventures in Valtellina

Mountains, streams and stunning routes. Valtellina's alpine scenery offers a refreshing paradise where you can get away from the hubbub and the muggy heat of the city.

Every moment here is an opportunity to connect with the area, and to make unforgettable memories.

From canyoning to paragliding, kayak tours, a night out camping, quad bikes, and hydrospeed, each of these six experiences in Lombardy invites you to abandon yourself to the call of nature, taking time to slow down or to boost your thrill intake. Summer up in the mountains: adventure and adrenaline all the way.

A night at high altitude in a refuge or tent (Val Gerola, SO) — Spending a night in a refuge in Val Gerola means immersing yourself completely in the unspoilt nature of Lombardy’s Alps and the Valtellina Orobic Alps Regional Park. Far from the noise of the city, the starry sky opens out in all its splendour, offering a sight that will leave you speechless.

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Canyoning in Val Bodengo (Gordona, SO) — Val Bodengo, in the heart of the Lombard Alps is one of the most fascinating destinations for lovers of canyoning. This discipline, which combines elements of trekking, climbing and swimming, allows you to explore the canyons excavated by water and to face climbs and slides in an incredible natural environment.

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Paragliding with a mountain view (Bianzone, SO) — Over the years, Bianzone in Valtellina has become a go-to location for paragliding enthusiasts. With its ideal conditions for take off, it offers a unique opportunity for those who want an experience with an adrenaline rush and at the same time, the feel of the freedom between the earth and the sky.

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Discovering the Valtellina (Berbenno di Valtellina, SO) by quad bike — Berbenno di Valtellina in the heart of Valtellina is the ideal starting point to explore the valley on board a quad bike. Among the gentle rolling terraces and the jagged silhouettes of the Alps, this outdoor activity is becoming more and more popular with those seeking adventure and freedom. And it will take you into the most authentic alpine settings, where you can discover the hidden corners of the valley.

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Hydrospeed on the River Adda (Castione Andevenno, SO) — In Valtellina, where the River Adda flows forcefully between the rock walls and through the dense woods, there is a way to experience the water as a protagonist: hydrospeed. This activity combines sport, adventure and immersion in the landscape - the perfect experience if you are seeking authentic contact with nature and a touch of adrenaline. Unlike other water activities, such as rafting or canoeing, hydrospeed literally catapults you into the water, giving you an up-close, dynamic viewpoint of current, spray, and speed.

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Kayak tour on Lake Livigno (Livigno, SO) — On the border between Italy and Switzerland, at an altitude of 1,816 metres, you will come to Lake Livigno, located in the midst of the mountains. Here you can enjoy the unmissable experience of exploring its crystal waters on board a kayak. Also known as Lake Gallo, Lake Livigno covers an area of 4.71 km² across the valley of the same name.

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The Park Colonie Padane is open!

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Sempione park

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The most beautiful gorges!

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Guide Valmalenco

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