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Spring in Valtellina
5 reasons to visit the Valtellina in spring
Spring in Valtellina offers numerous experiences and outdoor proposals for an exciting holiday that the whole family will enjoy.
Let's not forget that snow lovers can still engage in late winter skiing at dedicated lanes that are still white.
Don't miss the best that Spring in Valtellina has to propose in order to live a perfect vacation!
The area of Valtellina is ideal for mountain bikes all year long. It boasts beautiful slopes and paths that can be traversed with a Fat Bike for those who don't want to miss the remaining snow. They are suitable for both amateurs and experts. Santa Caterina Valfurva, Livigno, Bormio, Valdidentro, Aprica and Madesimo, offer more than bike rental, you can also find guides that will ride with you in order to discover the route that best suits your needs: from simple cycling tours on plain fields to thrilling descents!
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The practice of nordic walking, that is using specialized walking poles to hike through amid the woods and mountain paths is increasingly popular. You can engage in nordic walking in Valtellina's mountain trails and meadows that line with the Adda and Mera rivers. Discover Santa Caterina Valfurva's Nordic Walking Park and its itineraries at the heart of the Stelvio National Park. Or you could go to Tirano, where the Valtellina Nordic Walking Association is located. It counts with specialized instructors who work all over the land as well.
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The Stelvio National Park is the largest in the Alpine Range. You can find various animal species, from deer to royal eagles, by walking through the marked paths. Another valuable protected area is that of the Park of the Orobie Valtellinesi, with the Western Capercaillie serving as its symbol. The Natural Reserve of Pian Gembro is near Aprica, while at the bottom of the valley you will find the Pian di Spagna and Mezzola Lake Natural Reserve, this is where Lake Como, Valtellina and Valchiavenna meet.
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If you are traveling with your family, do not miss a fantastic trip to one of Valtellina's educational farmhouses. You will have the chance to taste milk, cheese, bresaola and several scrumptious dishes the Livigno Dairy Farm, "La Florida" Agricultural Farm in Mantello and farmhouses in Sondrio and Tirano. What better than enjoying a nice local cheese and cold cuts plate after a fun day in the open?
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Traveling on two wheels is perfect for whoever wishes to enjoy a beautiful sunny day out in the open. The Valtellina Path and the Valchiavenna Bike Lane invite you to discover their territory at a slower pace. They can be for either bicycles or pedestrians, they are both accesible for everyone, including families with children. Let the varied scenery and the view that you will find along the way enthrall you.Try the Rent-a-Bike service in Valchiavenna or among the streets and squares of Sondrio, Tirano and Bormio.
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