Snowshoeing in the Reggio Emilia Apennines
Highlights
- Discover the Reggio Emilia Apennines with a 3-hour snowshoe hike through forests and magnificent views
- Walk in the snow on the border between Emilia and Tuscany, reaching the Pradarena Pass
- Experience with an Alpine Guide and admire the Apuan Alps, Emilia and the Alps on a clear day
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Full description
The Reggio Emilia Apennines as you've never seen them before. .. completely whitewashed!
Join a 3-hour snowshoe hike to Passo di Pradarena, on the border between Emilia and Tuscany: in the company of an Alpine Guide, you will experience a fun and panoramic adventure, suitable for everyone.
On a clear day, you will be able to catch a glimpse of the Apuane peaks and the Alps in the distance: start sharpening your eyes!
What we will do
The appointment is at 9. 30 a. m. at the meeting point in Ventasso (RE), Ligonchio. Here we will find the Alpine Guide, who will welcome us.
After compacting the cars, we will make a short 10-15 minute transfer to the Pradarena Pass, at an altitude of approximately 1, 500 metres. The guide will be able to take some participants with his own vehicle.
At the pass we will receive snowshoes and poles (included) and participate in an initial briefing, with practical advice on how to use the equipment and directions on the route. Then we can start our snowshoe hike in the Apennines of Reggio Emilia!
Depending on snow conditions, we will ascend either towards Monte Cavalbianco or in the direction of Monte Sillano: both options involve about 300 metres of elevation gain and an estimated length of 3 km. We will first walk through the woods, then after about half an hour we will come out onto a wide, panoramic ridge.
With each step we will see the horizon change: on clear days it will be possible to see the Apuan Alps , and even the sea and the Alps in the distance! Once we have completed the loop, we will return to the pass and return to the meeting point.
The experience will last about 3 hours, including 2½ hours of actual snowshoeing.
Who it is aimed at
The experience is suitable for ages 8 and up. Minors may also participate on their own, provided they have a signed release form.
The activity is of an easy level and perfect for a first snowshoeing trip.
Other information
The experience is available from December to the beginning of March and is confirmed upon reaching a minimum number of 5 participants.
The location may vary slightly according to snow or weather conditions, at the guide's discretion.
Dogs on a leash are allowed: just inform the guide in advance of their presence at the contact details given in the booking confirmation email.
In the absence of snow, the guide will propose to participants the possibility of transforming the experience into a winter hike without snowshoes, using suitable trekking boots.
The meeting point is not easily accessible by public transport; free parking is available on site.
Recommended clothing
- Warm, layered clothing
- Down jacket and waterproof shell
- Hiking boots (no Moon Boot)
Don't forget to bring
- Maximum backpack 30 litres
- Gloves and cap
- Thermos flask with hot drink
- Snacks and energy bars
What is included
How it works
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Send a booking request
We will only pre-authorise the payment
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Receive confirmation within 48 hours
In case of confirmation, you will be charged the cost of the activity
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Live your experience
Enjoy the activity and let us know how it was!
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Buy a gift voucher
Valid for 12 months from the date of issue. You will receive it by email, in pdf format.
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Choose your preferred date
Contact the guide at the contact details on the voucher and arrange a day for the activity.
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Live your experience
Enjoy the activity and let us know how it was!
Meeting point
Ventasso, Reggio Emilia
Frequently asked questions
What happens in case of bad weather?
If you have made a fixed date reservation and the weather conditions are not suitable for carrying out the activity safely (according to the expert opinion of the guide), you will be refunded the full amount paid. The guide may suggest an alternative date or time for the activity. You are free to choose whether or not to accept these suggestions. If you are unable to reschedule, we will proceed with a full refund! If you have set the date of your Gift Voucher and bad weather has prevented the activity from taking place, the Voucher remains valid until the expiry date indicated on it.
If I cancel the reservation, can I get a full refund?
For this activity, the cancellation policy is flexible. You get a full refund if you cancel within 5 days from the activity start date. Within 4 and 3 days from the activity start date you will get a 50% refund. You can find the full policies in the Cancellation Policy section.
What payment methods do you accept?
On Freedome, you can pay with any rechargeable credit card or prepaid card (including Postepay) from Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, Diners Club, JCB networks. We also accept debit cards enabled for online payments. You can also use the digital wallets Apple Pay and Google Pay.
