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Telemark: a natural elegance Ski slopes accommodate all sorts of shapes and styles. Fluid and invariably arching gently. Enthusiasts of free heel skiing though talk excitedly about a particular historic and yet increasingly popular form: telemark. So what’s it all about? A discipline simply involving sliding along which was ‘discovered’ officially in the mid 19th C? Not so. Telemark represents freedom of movement, energy, dynamism and grace¸ but also exertion and sweat. Why bother? Lots of reasons: it’s a change from all the downhill or snowboarding you’ve done for years; something new to try with friends; new sensations to appreciate; or quite simply because the elegance of it all intrigues you. But why take telemark seriously? Hard to explain. Feelings that course through every cell of the body ... [read more]

A tutto fondo a Campodolcino Lo sci di fondo, disciplina nata tra le colline della Norvegia e della Svezia,  è lo sport adatto per chi vuole fare esercizio intenso e nello stesso tempo ammirare i paesaggi e godersi la natura circostante grazie alla velocità ... [read more] Prezzi Skipass 2012-2013 Skiarea Valchiavenna: una montagna di novità! Da non perdere: ...PENSA ALLE FAMIGLIE Giornaliero per le famiglie BIMBO GRATIS per famiglie composte da ... [read more]

Ski excursion on high: Val Loga The southern peak of Val Loga, at Montespluga is a favourite with ski excursionists and comes highly recommended because of the magnificent views within a particularly striking Alpine environment. The peak forms a veritable ‘jewel’ in the crown which dominates the basin in which the village of Montespluga ...

Sci notturno a Madesimo Il giorno non vi basta? La SkiArea Valchiavenna in collaborazione con il Comune di Madesimo propone lo sci notturno. Si potrà sciare sulla pista “Pianello/Montalto” servita dalla cabinovia “Larici” La cabinovia funzionerà dalle 18:30 alle 22:30 e alle ore 22:30 sarà ...

Pizzo Badile in wintertime Just outside Chiavenna, heading towards Val Bregaglia the profile of mountain with a capital M looms large on the horizon. The North West wall of Pizzo Badile -unmistakeable for its imposing beauty. Each season it presents a quite different and yet always special challenge. Living rock in summertime, a massive grey ...

Simply sensational: ice climbing Perhaps the most striking natural phenomenon I’ve ever witnessed was on a frozen waterfall during a desperate January with the most extraordinary ‘lion’ sculpture dominating all below. A splendid example of frozen water creating its very own art form. I wasn’t tempted to climb up and ...

Madepark: bigger, better, crazier! Right on cue for the winter season Madesimo reveals new initiatives within its much appreciated Snowpark. The area devoted to thrills, spills and acrobatics has been hugely expanded almost tripling the original space available and incorporating a range of new facilities. Excellent news for visitors looking for bigger ...

Bondeno or bust on snow racquets There are countless trails for hikers throughout Valle Spluga all year round, whether for the casual excursionist or indeed the connoisseur. Anyone in search of broader horizons and moments of quiet reflection away from the mayhem of the city will not be disappointed here, immersed within the extraordinary silence ...

Ski Excurtions from Isola to the Passo del Baldiscio Spring’s the ideal time for enthusiasts of ski excursions up to the high points of our valleys. And there’s a place in Valle Spluga which makes obvious appeal to those who already have some experience of heading for the heights and who wish to tackle some fantastic routes, which though not overly demanding offer up ...

Organizzazione Gare Madesimo Motta Organizza la tua gara sulle nostre fantastiche piste! IL SERVIZIO OFFERTO INCLUDE: Ordine di partenza - fornitura pettorali gara - tracciatura e guardiaporte - soccorso in pista - cronometraggio - classifiche - offerta di giornaliero scontato (pass gara a euro 28,00 anzichè 35,00) per gli iscritti alla ...

The Canalone It is possible to present a ski-run as an artistic work, without resorting tom dull prose? I think it is: If you were to fly over it in a helicopter, it would look like one of those ordinary gullies which cross these mountains, and nothing to boats of in a any way as extraordinary or magnificent. If, however, you went ...

Speciale gite scolastiche sulla neve SPECIALE GITE SCOLASTICHE SULLA NEVE Stagione invernale 2012-2013 GITA IN GIORNATA Ski-pass giornaliero studente € 16,00 Professore gratuito ogni 15 studenti Gara dis ci € 100,00 N.B. Offerta valida dal lunedì al venerdì Possibilità su richiesta di pranzo in rifugio a presso ...

Speciale corso di sci per Sci Clubs e Cral Stagione invernale 2012-2013 SPECIALE CORSO DI SCI per sci clubs e cral aziendali CORSO DI SCI SABATO (minimo 4 uscite) Skipass giornaliero adulto € 26,00 - Junior € 20,50 - Bimbo € 11,00 ora maestro gruppo € 38,00 CORSO DI SCI DOMENICA (minimo 4 uscite) Skipass giornaliero adulto ...

The Ski Area of Madesimo and Valchiavenna The ski-area of Madesimo and Valchiavenna is located in Lombardy (only 138 km from Milan), north of Lake Como and few minutes from the Swiss border. Thanks to the geographical position of the ski-area, its favourable climatic conditions and the artificial snowmaking system, the ski season can start in November and ...

Outings on snow racquets at Madesimo SNOW RACQUET TRAILS AROUND MADESIMO   Starting point: on the pathway which runs alongside the river, from the wooden bridge in front of the residence “Alla Gran Baita” Arrival point: Via Brenta Itinerary: the route moves up gradually from the centre of Madesimo to the Alpe Andossi, initially into ...

Moonlight outings on snow racquets The winter season continues to provide a whole host of opportunities in which to enjoy the mountains. Inventive, adventurous and some plain crazy. But one particularly captivating and satisfying activity combines the magnificence of a moonlit landscape with the almost magical sensation of moving in silence within the ...

Cristian Deville at home in Madesimo Cristian Deville talks from our local Skiarea: the base for his Italian National Slalom squad this February. “It’s become our favourite ‘retreat’ for fine-tuning our season’s preparations”, declares the 31 year-old Cavalese who was skiing almost as soon as he could walk. Accountancy ...

Free ride a Madesimo When I contact Martin Soderqvist, he’s in rather a different environment than I expect – there are children in the background equally interested in his attention. He’s on domestic duties at home in Sweden – just outside Gothenburg in fact – but nevertheless very much considering his global winter appointments that he ...

Fun and games on the snow Fun and games on the snow, theme parks, areas reserved specially for families and the smallest amongst us. All this and more is on offer within the abundant ski area that Madesimo and Campodolcino represents. It boasts up-to-the-minute facilities designed specifically with children and parents in mind. Finding ones ...

A taste of the high life: Larici refuge/restaurant All aboard! From Madesimo on the cabinway up to the Larici refuge/restaurant for a perfect evening with friends or family. Situated within the bosom of nature itself, with snow all around and stars pricking out up above. Exactly what Skiarea Valchiavenna are proposing for its winter visitors this year. It’s an ...

The Flying Circus in back Acquarela is a seriously complex Kaleidoscopic observation platform for observing the diversity of the human condition. But at the same time it’s a sort of ideal, albeit make-believe, world. A short circuit of alternate energy, the ebb and flow of Alpine conscience, a meeting place for small cuddly bears; all in ...

In Madesimo we are always on the move ...and it’s usually downhill! And to welcome visitors, what better than to improve each year the state-of-the-art facilities on show: transport systems making it ever-easier to head from one slope to the next; and the combination of organisation and equipment ensuring the slopes are in perfect condition with ...

Snowmobile excursion Your english correspondent writing here never ceases to be amazed at the possibilities each new winter season throws up for visitors to Madesimo. Naturally there are the classic outings on snow racquets, long descents on the fantastic slopes within the vast Skiarea, but if the winter ‘faithful’ look a little further ...

Playmates on the ice Waiting for little ones at the skating rink in Chiavenna are the little ones themselves! Ice gnome puppets to help children learn to skate. Bears and penguins add to the fun allowing the smallest to take their very first steps on the ice. A recent innovation, the gnomes have proved an immediate success and are firm ...

Eliski If you form part of that breed of person that dreams of flying down magnificent virgin slopes on skis at break-neck speed, then you’re probably just the type to appreciate the thrills and excitement of eliski. In Valchiavenna, Blossom Experience offers just such opportunities. Trips in helicopters to the most ...

On snow racquets ISOLA – VAL FEBBRARO – BORGHETT O One of the most memorable outings on snow rackets has to be that which takes in Val Febbraro with its highly evocative corners. There’s tranquillity, time for contemplation but within the silence of all things natural it boasts a wealth of culture ...

Why Val Codera in wintertime? Mountains in wintertime usually conjure up a picture of snow-clad peaks and people occupying themselves careering down the slopes on ski or snowboard. And this certainly applies equally to the upper stretches of Valchiavenna with its well-appointed ski resorts. But there’s much more to the valley. For a somewhat more ...

Winter destination: Lendine From the point of view of an excursion, Alpe di Lendine is regarded as a captivating prospect, a rare beauty. Particularly in wintertime. Rooftops of the little mountain dwellings covered in a thick white mantle present a delightful scenario, with the peaks above completely dominant and the pass inviting you over to ...

Savogno and Bregaglia during wintertime It’s not only the more noted locations within Valle Spluga that wield a strong and special attraction on visitors during wintertime. Once the valley sides secure their annual snow covering, they adopt a different and distinctly fetching character overall. Rather like you and I in our ‘Sunday best’. At Piuro, just ...