Snowshoeing at Campo Imperatore at the foot of the Gran Sasso
Highlights
- Experience the magic of the mountains with a 4-hour snowshoe hike among the peaks of the Gran Sasso
- Set off from Castel del Monte and reach the majestic plateau of Campo Imperatore
- Indulge in the snowy landscape and enjoy the Little Tibet of Abruzzo
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Full description
Treat yourself to a snowshoe hike in an unspoilt natural environment, dominated by the peaks of the Gran Sasso mountain range. The snowshoe hike includes a 7 km loop with no particular difficulty.
You will start from the enchanting medieval village of Castel del Monte to reach the Campo Imperatore plateau, where you will enjoy a spectacular view made even more magical by the presence of the snow cover.
During the 4-hour snowshoe hike you will be immersed in a bubble of silence that will allow you to appreciate the special beauty of the landscape of the plateau, known as 'Little Tibet'. We are waiting for you!
What we will do
The meeting point is 10 minutes before the indicated time in the medieval village of Castel del Monte (AQ). A guide will be waiting for us here, who will accompany us on the hike, after handing over the snowshoes and poles (included) .
We will start our snowshoe hike precisely from the small village located on the southern slope of the Gran Sasso and considered one of the most beautiful mountain villages in Italy. Our circular route covers a distance of 7 km, with a maximum altitude difference of around 200 metres, and is dominated by the massive profile of Monte Bolza, at 1, 902 m above sea level.
On the way to the Campo Imperatore plateau, we can admire the wonderful natural surroundings and enjoy the magical silence.
Once we reach Campo Imperatore, between 1, 500 and 2, 100 metres above sea level, a truly unforgettable landscape will open up before our eyes. In addition to the peaks of the Gran Sasso mountain chain, our gaze will also embrace the immense expanse of the plateau, defined as the 'Little Tibet' by the mountaineer Fosco Maraini and made even more evocative by the white of the snow.
If we are lucky, we may even spot animals such as chamois, roe deer or golden eagles. At the end of the experience, it will be possible to join an optional polenta at the Loredana or Miramonti restaurant (depending on the date chosen) , at a cost of €22 to be paid on site.
The snowshoe hike has a total duration of 4 hours.
Who it is aimed at
The excursion is suitable for everyone aged 9 years and over. Minors must be accompanied by an adult.
Children's snowshoes range from numbers 27 to 34.
Other information
The snowshoe hike is scheduled on scheduled dates and is confirmed upon reaching a minimum of 6 participants.
Please note: the activity may be subject to changes in itinerary and timing depending on weather conditions and the practicability of the trails.
Dogs are not allowed for safety reasons.
Recommended clothing
- Waterproof hiking or snow shoes (no après-ski)
- Thermal and breathable layered clothing
- Hat, neck warmer and gloves
- Rain and windproof jacket
- Down jacket 100 grams
Don't forget to bring
- Backpack
- Sunglasses
- Sun cream
- Snack
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
Castel del Monte, L'Aquila
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 very flexible. You get a full refund if you cancel within 48 hours from the activity start. 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.
