Cogne rises 1,544 meters above sea level in the presence of the massif of the Gran Paradiso massif, in Aosta Valley, and is one of the entrances to the eponymous National Park. Snowshoeing in Cogne is a great way to admire the majestic winter alpine landscapes and, with luck, spot ibex, golden eagles and other wildlife that live in one of the protected natural areas most important in our country.
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Immerse yourself in the heart of the Gran Paradiso with an exciting 3-hour snowshoe hike. You will walk along the sunny slopes of the Val di Cogne at an altitude of 1700 metres, together with an expert guide. You will cross snow-covered forests and characteristic alpine villages, admiring the spectacular panorama of the Gran Paradiso glaciers.
Experience the magic of snow and the enchantment of winter landscapes with a snowshoe hike in the Sylvenoire forest in Cogne. Walk under the centuries-old larches and fir trees and admire the suggestive play of light created by the sun's rays passing through the branches and reflecting on the snow cover. Together with an environmental guide, you will discover all the secrets of the area! The location will be confirmed one or more days in advance, after checking the snow and weather conditions.
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Snowshoeing routes in Cogne and the surrounding valleys provide true fairy-tale landscapes. The small snow-roofed villages, snow-embroidered tree branches and white alpine peaks all around transport you into a dreamlike dimension. Walking with snowshoes, you can discover the most hidden paths and corners and experience the mountain in its most intimate and peaceful dimension. The silence of nature will be broken only by the sound of footsteps on fresh snow!
A good suggestion for those who are in Cogne and want to go on a winter hike is to equip themselves with snowshoes and sticks and venture onto the trails of the Gran Paradiso National Park, accessible from the hamlet of Valnontey.
Another evocative route is to the Lillaz waterfalls, which in the colder months are completely frozen over and amaze with their shape and grandeur. From the town of Cogne it is possible to reach the Sylvenoire forest with snowshoes. Squirrels, deer and other woodland friends can be spotted here too!
Snowshoe hikes vary in price depending on location, duration and any extra services included in the fee. A full-day snowshoe hike in Cogne costs around €30 per person, including accompaniment by an Environmental Guide, snowshoes and sticks.
Don’t know what to give for Christmas or other holidays that fall in the winter period? You can think of an environmentally sustainable and nature-friendly gift such as snowshoeing in the Gran Paradiso National Park. While snowshoeing in the Aosta Valley, excitement, fun and breathtaking scenery are guaranteed!
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06 Mar 2023 | Snowshoeing in Cogne in the Gran Paradiso National Park
Super nice and friendly guide. He guided us through the park and told us funny stories about the animals! It was a very pleasant experience. The park has beautiful scenery and it's nice to walk surrounded by mountains. Easy route and suitable for everyone!
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Sabrina C.08 Dec 2022 | Snowshoeing in Cogne in the Gran Paradiso National Park
A great experience with a great guide, Serena! She not only accompanied us on the snowshoe hike, but also gave us interesting information about the gran Paradiso park and the animals that live there.
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Valentina R.19 Dec 2022 | Snowshoeing in the woods of Cogne
We were supposed to do the snowshoe hike in Cogne, but due to an avalanche risk, it was moved to the Rhêmes valley. The guide was well prepared and very nice, he provided us with the necessary equipment and then we set off on the snowshoe hike through the woods in a magnificent landscape. Every so often we stopped and the guide told us a bit of history and anecdotes about the park and the small villages. Absolutely recommended!!!
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Davide B.02 Jan 2023 | Snowshoeing in the woods of Cogne
I was unable to go on the booked hike because the minimum number was not reached. We were offered a new hike in the woods of Rhemes-Notre-Dame. Our first snowshoe hike went very well. Beautiful landscapes, all to be experienced and discovered. Nice and well-prepared guide. I would have preferred a few more minutes for stops to take more photos. Freedome platform fantastic, I will use it again.
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Fausto Luciano P.03 Mar 2024 | Snowshoeing in the woods of Cogne
First time with snowshoes, a moderately strenuous but easy and fun hike. Walking in the snowy forests of Cogne was not only beautiful, thanks to the guide Annalisa, but also instructive. My son and I will certainly repeat the experience, perhaps at night. Highly recommended.
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Giovanni B.29 Jan 2023 | Snowshoeing in Cogne in the Gran Paradiso National Park
It was the first time with snowshoes. Mauro (the guide) with a few 'tips' explained to us how to use snowshoes in the correct way according to the characteristics of the route, uphill, downhill, flat,... And then off to the Valnontey forest. Nice route, about 7km, and with encounters with chamois on the nature of which Mauro shared his knowledge. The beautiful sun crowned this experience, which I would recommend to anyone wanting to be in the mountains in a different way with snow. Danilo.
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