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Snowshoes

Snowshoes offer a less technical alternative to cross-country skiing, allow everyone to avail of the mountains without too much commitment and difficulty. The strength of this activity is without doubt the agility of movementpermitted in fresh snow, in pure and wild locations to truly get to know the mountains. As with all mountain activities, you naturally have to pay attention andnever overvalue your abilities, by choosing comfortable clothing, never taking difficult or tiring routes and always watchthe weather and snow forecasts. Asking a guide to accompany you is without doubt the best thing to do and allows you to concentrate on having fun.

Itineraries

Itineraries
A number of ideas for snowshoe itineraries in Valle d'Aosta
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Rental

Rental
Where to rent snowshoes in Valle d'Aosta.
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Before setting off

Before setting off

Punta De La Pierre

Punta De La Pierre
Aymavilles  Snowshoe
 
A long and tiring climb to the easy Pointe de la Pierre: the view from the top is ...
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Alpe Berrier

Alpe Berrier
Bionaz  Snowshoe
 
Interesting excursion in the middle Valpelline. It offers exciting and enchanting views of Becca di Luseney when you ...
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Arp Refuge

Arp Refuge
Brusson  Snowshoe
 
The Arp Refuge is located on the peaks of Punta Valfredda in a special corner of the Valle d'Aosta. The vicinity of ...
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Lake Servaz

Lake Servaz
Champdepraz  Snowshoe
 
Nestled in a basin bordered by conifers and erratic rocks, Lake Servaz is one of the easiest points to reach while the ...
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Anello Ferraro / Verra

Anello Ferraro / Verra
Champoluc/Ayas/Antagnod  Snowshoe
 
Round route that lets you discover the land and towns of the upper Val ...
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Col Vascoccia - Monte Facciabella

Col Vascoccia - Monte Facciabella
Champoluc/Ayas/Antagnod  Snowshoe
 
Route that winds its way across the sunny, south-facing mountainside of Mont Facebelle: can only be taken when the ...
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Col du Lac Blanc

Col du Lac Blanc
Champorcher  Snowshoe
 
Classic entry excursion in the Mont Avic Nature Park. The route is in direct sunlight even in the early ...
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Dondena Refuge

Dondena Refuge
Champorcher  Snowshoe
 
Beautiful hike in the upper Valle di Champorcher. A route without difficult inclinations but rather long, only to be ...
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Pre-peak of Mount Zerbion

Pre-peak of Mount Zerbion
Châtillon  Snowshoe
 
Very demanding hike but undoubtedly worth the effort with the amazing 360° panoramic views over all the Val d'Aosta ...
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Serve

Serve
Cogne  Snowshoe
 
Short and scenic excursion on the Cogne mountain pastures. The favorable exposure and minimum inclination make this ...
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Vittorio Sella Refuge

Vittorio Sella Refuge
Cogne  Snowshoe
 
Classic winter excursion to the Vittorio Sella Refuge, nestled in the Gran Paradiso National ...
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Bertone Refuge

Bertone Refuge
Courmayeur  Snowshoe
 
The Bertone Refuge is located near the small village of Le Pré in front of Mont Blanc. A scenic and diversified ...
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Bonatti Refuge

Bonatti Refuge
Courmayeur  Snowshoe
 
Classic excursion in winning settings. The climb from Val Ferret and following ascent to the refuge provide ...
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Champillon Refuge

Champillon Refuge
Doues  Snowshoe
 
A beautiful scenic hike to the new Champillon refuge dedicated to Adolfo ...
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Menouve Valley

Menouve Valley
Étroubles  Snowshoe
 
Long excursion in the Menouve valley. Following the farm road, climb the valley to discover the mountain pasture ...
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Punta Leretta

Punta Leretta
Fontainemore  Snowshoe
 
This route, nestled in the Mont Mars Nature Reserve, provides an enjoyable contact with a diversified natural ...
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Chaligne refuge

Chaligne refuge
Gignod  Snowshoe
 
This short and simple excursion lets beginners enjoy their first snow shoe outing without any ...
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Saint-Grat

Saint-Grat
Issime  Snowshoe
 
Stunningly beautiful route among the Walser settlements of the San Grato ...
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Col Pilaz

Col Pilaz
La Magdeleine  Snowshoe
 
Circular route in the La Magdeleine municipal area without excessively steep slopes. Nestled in the beautiful mountain ...
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Court de Bard

Court de Bard
La Salle  Snowshoe
 
Medium-length route which makes the most of the emotions you can get from using ski shoes: fantastic views over Mont ...
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Tramail des Ors

Tramail des Ors
La Salle  Snowshoe
 
Tramail des Ors is an extremely enchanting destination. The snow-covered slopes above the Les Ors pastures provide ...
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Cretaz

Cretaz
La Thuile  Snowshoe
 
Simple excursion on the ridges over La Thuile: the arrival in Cretaz provides interesting scenic ...
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Col de la Croix

Col de la Croix
Morgex  Snowshoe
 
Magnificent spring excursion on the ridges over Lake d'Arpy. From the lake, climb the Arpy valley to the hill and its ...
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Tsa Fontaney

Tsa Fontaney
Nus  Snowshoe
 
Tsa de Fontaney can be reached from Larset or, on a slightly steeper route, from Lignan. The long climb along the ...
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Conca di By

Conca di By
Ollomont  Snowshoe
 
Classic summer walk, which, in winter, becomes extremely appealing, although not totally to be taken for granted: in ...
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Croce di Fana

Croce di Fana
Quart  Snowshoe
 
Although Croce di Fana is a lesser point compared to the more impressive ramparts that surround the Aosta basin, it ...
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Benevolo Refuge

Benevolo Refuge
Rhêmes-Notre-Dame  Snowshoe
 
A great excursion in the Gran Paradiso National Park. The route should be taken in the spring when snow conditions are ...
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Prapremier

Prapremier
Saint-Marcel  Snowshoe
 
Little-known but extremely beautiful route. The territory of Saint-Marcel is in a strategic position: its central ...
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Becca France

Becca France
Saint-Pierre  Snowshoe
 
Difficult hike up the Becca France, a panoramic peak above the town of ...
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Punta Leysser

Punta Leysser
Saint-Pierre  Snowshoe
 
Classic mountaineering ski climb that is also suited for snow shoes. The route is popular but the views from the top ...
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Arp de Jeux

Arp de Jeux
Saint-Rhémy-En-Bosses  Snowshoe
 
There are some snow show routes in Coumba Freida, marked with specific signposts (shaped like snow shoes). The route ...
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Arp du Bois

Arp du Bois
Saint-Rhémy-En-Bosses  Snowshoe
 
This walk to the Arp du Bois takes hikers on a charming tour round the high Coumba Freida: you cannot miss the ...
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Plan Puitz

Plan Puitz
Saint-Rhémy-En-Bosses  Snowshoe
 
Excursion in the magnificent Saint-Oyen ...
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Col de Joux

Col de Joux
Saint-Vincent  Snowshoe
 
Easy route through the woods that cover the gentle slopes along the divide between Val d'Ayas and the central ...
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Saint-Evence

Saint-Evence
Torgnon  Snowshoe
 
Beautiful, easy walk, without excessive change in ...
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Capitano Crova Hut

Capitano Crova Hut
Valgrisenche  Snowshoe
 
Easy excursion in the splendid Valgrisenche ...
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Chalet de l'Epée Refuge

Chalet de l'Epée Refuge
Valgrisenche  Snowshoe
 
Springtime route to be taken during the period when the refuge is normally open: in this way you can appreciate the ...
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Chabod Refuge

Chabod Refuge
Valsavarenche  Snowshoe
 
This is a route for ski-mountaineers approaching the Gran Paradiso. The Chabod Refuge can become an interesting ...
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Orvielle

Orvielle
Valsavarenche  Snowshoe
 
History and nature combined: a route that goes through the wonderful setting of the Parco Nazionale del Gran Paradiso, ...
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Santuario de la Clavalité

Santuario de la Clavalité
Valtournenche  Snowshoe
 
A medium-length route through the beautiful Cheneil hollow: from this enchanting corner you can enjoy some wonderful ...
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