50 mountain destinations in Italy offer hiking & trekking on Alpe Match, mainly in spring, summer and autumn. Compare them by altitude, season and price level, and see the services available in each destination.
Experience the majestic alpine environment with a guided glacier trek towards the base of Castor and Pollux peaks. Starting from Punta Indren (accessed by funifor), this tour offers an introduction to glacier travel,…
A moderately challenging hiking trail leading to the picturesque Lago di Camoscio, a serene alpine lake reflecting the surrounding peaks. The trail starts near Saint-Jacques and winds through forests and open pastures,…
A picturesque and moderately challenging hiking trail leading to Lago Blu, a stunning alpine lake renowned for its impossibly turquoise waters and panoramic views of the Monte Rosa glacier. The trail starts near the…
Champoluc is a starting point for numerous scenic hiking trails in the Val d'Ayas. One of the most popular is the trail to Rifugio Arp (2400m), a charming mountain hut offering stunning views of alpine lakes and the…
While the full Spluga Pass trek is excluded, the Italian side offers a captivating segment of this historical route. This challenging but rewarding hike follows ancient mule tracks, offering breathtaking views of the…
These popular summer hiking trails lead to two stunning alpine lakes, Lago d'Emet and Lago Azzurro, nestled in high-altitude basins. The trails offer moderate difficulty, suitable for families and experienced hikers…
Madesimo is a gateway to numerous hiking trails. The Val di Lei offers stunning, untouched landscapes with trails leading to the artificial lake and surrounding peaks. The historic Spluga Pass route (SS36) provides…
Val Gardena offers a wide array of professionally guided hiking and climbing tours throughout the warmer months. Local mountain guides, highly knowledgeable about the Dolomites, lead excursions ranging from gentle walks…
Accessible from Ortisei (excluding the direct gondola name) through connecting lifts, the Alpe di Siusi (Seiser Alm) is Europe's largest high-alpine pasture, offering an extensive network of gentle to moderate hiking…
Located near Santa Cristina, this equestrian center offers horse riding lessons and guided trekking tours through the scenic Val Gardena landscape. Available for both beginners and experienced riders, the tours provide…
Val Duron, a pristine side valley accessible from Campitello (short drive from Pozza) or directly via more challenging trails from Pozza, offers an enchanting escape. It's a car-free valley ideal for hiking and…
The surrounding Dolomites, particularly the majestic Catinaccio (Rosengarten) and Latemar groups, offer an unparalleled hiking and trekking experience. Pozza di Fassa is an excellent base for exploring these UNESCO…
Val San Nicolò is one of the most picturesque valleys in the Dolomites, renowned for its lush meadows, traditional 'baite' (wooden huts), and stunning waterfalls. Numerous well-marked hiking trails suitable for all…
Discover the scenic beauty of Val Gardena from a different perspective with horse riding and pony trekking opportunities. Several local stables offer guided rides through meadows and forests, suitable for beginners and…
A UNESCO World Heritage site offering countless hiking opportunities. Famous trails include the Adolf Munkel Trail leading to the foot of the Odle peaks (moderate, 3-4 hours), and more challenging routes to Seceda…
Selva di Val Gardena is a hiking paradise with over 300 km of marked trails. Popular routes include the scenic path to Alpe di Siusi, Europe's largest high-alpine meadow, and challenging treks into the Puez-Odle Nature…
Offering a variety of hiking routes, the trails around Monte Fraiteve (2701m) provide breathtaking panoramic views of the surrounding valleys and the Alps. Popular routes include the ascent to the summit from Sestriere,…
Embark on a historically significant and challenging hike to the Chaberton Fortress. This imposing structure, built atop Monte Chaberton at 3,131 meters, is a testament to military engineering. The trail, accessible…
Explore the breathtaking summer landscapes around Sestriere with expert-guided trekking and e-bike tours. Guided treks cater to various fitness levels, leading to panoramic viewpoints, hidden lakes, and historical sites…
Embark on a picturesque trekking adventure to Lago Nero, a stunning glacial lake nestled at approximately 1730 meters above sea level. This moderately challenging trail, distinct from the Valle del Sestaione, offers…
Explore the pristine natural beauty of the Valle del Sestaione, a protected area offering numerous well-marked trails for both trekking and mountain biking. Routes range from easy, family-friendly walks along the…
Specially designed hiking trails that engage children with interactive elements, storyboards, and games focused on local fauna, flora, and legends. These trails, typically 2-5 km long with minimal elevation gain, are…
Arabba is a prime base for exploring challenging hiking trails and via ferratas. Popular routes include sections of the Alta Via 2, the via ferrata delle Trincee (historical WWI route near Porta Vescovo,…
The Val Duron is a stunning, wide alpine valley accessible from Campitello di Fassa (near Canazei). Trail 578 offers a moderate and incredibly scenic hike into this valley, renowned for its pristine nature, traditional…
Offering guided excursions and treks for all levels of experience, from easy family walks to challenging multi-day high-altitude adventures and via ferratas. These professional mountain guides provide safety, local…
Cimone is the gateway to an extensive network of hiking trails, part of the Parco Regionale del Frignano and connecting to the Alta Via dei Parchi. Trails range from easy, family-friendly walks around Lago della Ninfa…
A classic hiking destination, Lago Santo Modenese offers serene beauty surrounded by pine forests. Accessible via various trails of differing difficulty, the most popular starting point is from the vicinity of Passo…
A popular and moderately challenging hiking trail leading to the stunning glacial Lago Ritorto, one of the Brenta Dolomites' most picturesque lakes. Starting from the Pradalago area (accessible via cable car), the path…
This stunning hiking trail leads to the magnificent Upper Vallesinella Waterfalls, a natural spectacle within the Adamello Brenta Natural Park. The path, typically rated as moderate, offers varying terrain through…
Beyond general summer trekking, Prato Nevoso offers access to more challenging high-altitude trails, notably those leading towards Monte Mondolè (2,382m). These trails offer breathtaking panoramic views extending to the…
During summer, Prato Nevoso offers a vast network of marked hiking trails suitable for all levels. From easy family walks around the village to more strenuous high-altitude treks towards Monte Mondolè (2085m) or the…
The Forni Glacier is one of the largest valley glaciers in the Ortles-Cevedale group and a spectacular destination for summer hiking. From Rifugio Forni, various well-marked trails lead towards the glacier snout,…
Santa Caterina Valfurva is a gateway to countless hiking and trekking opportunities within the Stelvio National Park. Trails vary from easy family walks along the Frodolfo river to challenging multi-day treks reaching…
A captivating hiking route leading into the pristine Val d'Otro, a historically significant Walser valley directly accessible from Alagna. The trail (approximately 4.5 km, 600m elevation gain, 1.5-2 hours one-way) winds…
The Alta Via Walser is a multi-day trekking route that explores the historical Walser settlements and culture across the valleys surrounding Monte Rosa. Sections accessible from Alagna include paths leading to the…
The Stelvio National Park, one of the largest protected areas in Europe, offers an extensive network of hiking and trekking trails for all levels. Famous routes include the scenic Val Zebrù, known for its pristine…
This stunning hiking route leads to a series of pristine alpine lakes in Val Viola, starting from Arnoga (Valdidentro), a short drive from Bormio. The trail is generally considered moderate, suitable for families and…
Cervinia is a gateway to numerous breathtaking hiking trails. The 'Grand Tour del Cervino' offers a multi-day circumnavigation of the Matterhorn, while shorter, iconic routes include the ascent to 'Lago Blu' (Blue…
For those seeking an exhilarating challenge, Cervinia offers specialized courses and guided expeditions for ice climbing on frozen waterfalls and glacier trekking. Led by certified alpine guides, these programs cater to…
Enjoy the Livigno landscape from a different perspective with horse riding and pony trekking experiences offered at Agriturismo La Tresenda. They cater to both experienced riders and beginners, with gentle ponies for…
Val Federia is a pristine valley easily accessible from Livigno, offering numerous hiking and trekking routes suitable for all fitness levels. Trails range from easy riverside walks (e.g., to Alpe Federia, 2-3 hours…
San Martino di Castrozza serves as a gateway to an extensive network of challenging high-altitude trekking routes within the Pale di San Martino massif. These include sections of the 'Dolomiti Trekking' routes and…
The 'Altopiano delle Pale di San Martino' is Europe's largest high-altitude plateau, a vast, moon-like landscape at over 2,500 meters. Accessible via the Rosetta cable car, it offers unique hiking experiences. Popular…
The 'Sentiero del Gallo' (Rooster's Path) is a popular and relatively easy hiking trail suitable for families, offering stunning views of Aprica and the surrounding valley. The loop trail is approximately 5 km long with…
A classic high-altitude mountaineering and trekking route in the Bernina Alps, partially passing through Valmalenco. While challenging and requiring alpine experience, sections of the Sentiero Roma are accessible for…
A network of well-maintained hiking trails winding through the picturesque Valle della Ripa, offering varied difficulty levels. Popular routes include a moderate 2-hour loop suitable for families, traversing forests and…
Domobianca is a gateway to numerous hiking trails traversing the Val d'Ossola. Popular routes include the ascent to Moncucco Peak (moderate-challenging, 2-3 hours from Lurigo), scenic loops through alpine meadows, and…
Falcade is the main hub for exploring the extensive network of trails in the Val del Biois. Routes vary from easy riverside walks (e.g., along the Biois stream, flat and family-friendly) to challenging high-altitude…
Folgarida is an excellent base for exploring the breathtaking trails of the Brenta Dolomites, a UNESCO World Heritage site. Popular routes include trails to Malga di Dimaro, Lago delle Malghette, and challenging treks…
A popular and moderately challenging hiking trail leading from Stafal (1825m) to Lago Gabiet (2347m), offering stunning views of the surrounding peaks and the pristine alpine lake. The trail is well-marked and provides…
The majestic Dolomiti di Brenta, a UNESCO World Heritage site, provides an unparalleled backdrop for hiking and trekking from Molveno. While the 'Dolomiti Brenta Trek Expert' route is excluded, Molveno serves as a…
Pescasseroli serves as a primary gateway to an extensive network of hiking and trekking trails within the globally renowned Abruzzo, Lazio and Molise National Park. Trails vary significantly, from easy family-friendly…
Predazzo is an excellent starting point for exploring the magnificent Latemar mountain range. Numerous well-marked hiking trails cater to various fitness levels. Popular routes include ascents to stunning viewpoints…
An extensive network of well-maintained and marked trekking and hiking trails starting directly from San Domenico and extending throughout the Val Divedro, reaching into the Alpe Veglia and Alpe Devero Natural Park.…
During the summer and autumn months, the ski slopes and surrounding alpine terrain transform into an extensive network of trails for hiking and mountain biking. Notable trails include routes around Monte Fraiteve,…
Serre Chevalier offers an extensive network of marked hiking trails, from easy riverside walks to challenging high-altitude treks. Notable routes include the GR50 (Tour du Grand Briançonnais) and trails leading to…
The local association of certified mountain and hiking guides provides invaluable services for exploring the high alpine terrain around Vipiteno. They offer guided tours for all seasons, including challenging via…
A beautiful hiking trail leading to the pristine alpine Lago di Thures, located at approximately 2000m altitude. The trail starts from the hamlet of Thures and winds through forests and open meadows, offering stunning…
Val Ferret is a pristine valley stretching northeast from Courmayeur, renowned for its spectacular natural beauty and outdoor activities. In summer, it's a prime destination for hiking, with trails leading to iconic…
Located southwest of Courmayeur, Val Veny offers a wilder, more dramatic landscape, dominated by the majestic Miage Glacier and the Mont Blanc massif. In summer, it's a popular starting point for various hikes,…
Various local mountain guide associations in San Candido and the surrounding region offer professional guided tours for hiking, trekking, and climbing. These range from easy panoramic walks to challenging via ferratas…
Moena is a gateway to an extensive network of hiking trails in the Val di Fassa and the nearby Paneveggio-Pale di San Martino Natural Park. Trails vary from easy family-friendly walks along the Avisio river to demanding…
Pila boasts a diverse network of hiking trails. Popular routes include the scenic walk to Chamolé Lake (accessible via chairlift to Chamolé, then a short hike), offering stunning reflections of the surrounding peaks.…
Val di Funes serves as a prime access point to the vast network of trails within the Puez-Geisler Nature Park, a core area of the Dolomites UNESCO World Heritage site. This network includes routes ranging from easy,…
Corvara is a gateway to the stunning Puez-Odle Nature Park, a UNESCO World Heritage site known for its dramatic limestone formations, alpine meadows, and diverse flora and fauna. Notable trails include the easy walk to…
Limone Piemonte is the gateway to the vast Valle Vermenagna hiking network, offering hundreds of kilometers of marked trails. These paths cater to all levels, from easy family walks through forests to challenging…
A renowned multi-day trekking route encircling the Monte Rosa massif, offering spectacular views of glaciers and high peaks. Macugnaga serves as a crucial stage for trekkers, providing access to routes towards the Swiss…
Cortina is a key gateway to the Alta Via N.1 ('Classic') and N.3 ('dei Camosci') long-distance hiking trails. Alta Via N.1 traverses stunning landscapes, passing iconic peaks and historical sites, offering multi-day…
Champoluc, Madesimo, Ortisei and Val Gardena, Pozza di Fassa, Selva di Val Gardena and Sestriere, among 50 destinations offer hiking & trekking according to Alpe Match data.
When is the season for hiking & trekking?
Based on the services listed in each destination, hiking & trekking is mainly available in spring, summer and autumn. Dates vary every year: check with local operators.
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