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Valmalenco: nature, sports and legends among the Rhaetian Alps

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In the heart of the Western Rhaetian Alps, Valmalenco stretches behind Sondrio, dominated by the 4,049-meter Pizzo Bernina, the highest peak in the Central Alps.

In winter, its snowy landscape provides breathtaking scenery, offering a perfect balance of sports, unspoiled nature and traditions handed down through the centuries.

Winter sports among the Immaculate Peaks

Valmalenco is a true paradise for winter sports lovers. Thanks to the Snoweagle, Europe's largest cable car, you can quickly access a ski area that offers downhill skiing, Nordic skiing, snowboarding and snowshoeing. Here, modernity coexists harmoniously with nature, ensuring an authentic and immersive experience in a pristine environment.

A Wild and Fascinating Valley

The Valmalenco is one of the few alpine valleys where wildlife lives free and undisturbed. In winter, it is possible to spot deer, chamois and even the golden eagle, which soars majestically over the snowy peaks. This corner of the Alps still retains its most authentic spirit, where man is host to a powerful and untamed nature.

Tales and Legends of the Mountain

The villages of Valmalenco guard a priceless heritage of tales and legends, passed down from generation to generation. To listen to a Malenco is to immerse oneself in a magical world of mysterious and evocative stories:

  • Knights of the night, taking shape from the shadows stretched across the snowy slopes.
  • Rushing torrents, whose roar recalls the scream of a dragon hidden among the rocks.

Stories shrouded in the fascination of mystery, hinting at how in the past these mountains were places of awe and respect.

A Sensory Experience between Nature and Tradition

Valmalenco is a place to discover through the five senses:

  • Listen to the tales of local legends, passed down with passion by its inhabitants.
  • Follow the tracks left by animals in the fresh snow, silent clues to the wild life that populates the valley.
  • Shake the hand of an elderly witness to the stories of these mountains, feeling the warmth of memory passed down.
  • Smell the scent of damp rock that, at the first ray of winter sunshine, releases a light steam.
  • Taste Bresaola della Valtellina IGP, the authentic flavor of the mountains, the fruit of the wisdom of generations of artisans of taste.

Discover the Magic of Valmalenco

Between sports, unspoiled nature and stories intertwined with the mountains, Valmalenco in winter is a must-see destination. Listen to our audio guide and be captivated by the charm of this extraordinary valley, where the past and present meet in a unique experience.

Discover Bresaola at the Bresaola Experience Points

During your trip to Valtellina, don't miss the opportunity to visit the 3 Bresaola Experience Points. These dedicated places will allow you to immerse yourself in the world of bresaola, discovering the secrets of its production and tasting its different variations. Bresaola, the iconic product of Valtellina, is a lean and flavorful cured meat that represents the perfect combination of tradition and quality.

Plan your Adventure in Valtellina.

Valtellina Nascosta offers countless opportunities to discover breathtaking landscapes, historic villages and culinary delights. Use audio guides to enrich your experience and deepen your knowledge of each place you visit. For more information and to plan your itinerary, visit Valtellina Nascosta. Get ready for an unforgettable adventure among the natural beauty and authentic flavors of Valtellina. Enjoy your trip and bon appetit!

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