In the suggestive alpine setting of Alta Valtellina, this is the best time to enjoy many outdoor activities, enjoying the warm mountain sun and pleasant temperatures.
Let's see what outdoor adventures are not to be missed during the spring season in the heart of the Alps!
Incredible, but true: in Valtellina, spring is the ideal time for skiing! With the days getting longer and the weather becoming milder, spending time on the slopes is even more pleasant. In addition to the Valdidentro ski area, the Cima Piazzi - San Colombano ski resort with 12 ski slopes and 30 km of downhill runs, Bormio and Livigno are among the most popular destinations for alpine skiers.
Bormio is known worldwide for its technical slopes, especially suitable for expert skiers, such as the “Pista Stelvio”, which regularly hosts Alpine Ski World Cup races. Livigno, on the other hand, also offers numerous opportunities for families and beginners, with very wide slopes with different levels of difficulty. Both ski resorts offer state-of-the-art ski lifts and equipment rental facilities.
So, whether you are an expert skier or a beginner, in Alta Valtellina you will certainly find what you are looking for, to spend an unforgettable holiday dedicated to sport and relaxation during the warm season. Thanks to its privileged geographical position, the snow lasts longer than in other ski resorts in Italy, guaranteeing excellent skiing conditions until May.
Spring is the most awaited season for hikers, as nature awakens and the landscape is coloured with new flowers and plants. The landscape of Valdidentro and Alta Valtellina offers numerous opportunities for hikers, with routes of different difficulty and duration. Among the most popular hikes, you absolutely cannot miss the one to Lake Cancano, a splendid water expanse that offers a breathtaking scenery!
The warm season is also ideal for cycling enthusiasts and professional cyclists. Valtellina is in fact one of the most popular cycling destinations in Italy and offers routes of different difficulty, including the famous Passo dello Stelvio climb, one of the most famous stages of the Giro d'Italia. For less experienced cyclists, on the other hand, there are easier routes for a relaxing experience on the bike, while enjoying breathtaking views.
In addition, for those seeking an adrenaline experience, spring is the ideal time for rafting, an unforgettable experience that allows you to experience nature in an intense and exciting way. The Valdidentro area offers numerous opportunities to practice this sport, with rivers of different difficulty and duration!
Alpine skiing, hiking, cycling and rafting are just some of the activities that can be enjoyed in this wonderful Alpine valley. Among the unmissable experiences during Spring in Alta Valtellina, don't forget the relaxing walks and the exciting trekking excursions with our alpacas and llamas.
The Alpaca's Farm at the Nira Mountain Resort is waiting for you to experience wonderful spring adventures in the Stelvio National Park.
Via Nazionale, 41 Valdidentro (SO)