Summer Sport
Summer Sport
The Bormio area is ideal for those who love mountain walks.
The wide and splendid valleys that surround the Magnifica Terra offer numerous and interesting itineraries that wind through the heart of the Stelvio National Park among pastures and always snow-capped peaks.
Immersed in uncontaminated nature, you can choose the most suitable itinerary every day based on your training and curiosity.
Reminding you that caution is needed in the mountains and that, if you are not an expert, it is advisable to be accompanied by alpine guides who will be happy to show you the most suggestive views and corners, we wish everyone a good walk!
Excursions:
Val Zebru', Valle del Braulio, Valle dei Forni, Val Viola, Val di Rezzalo, Val Fraele, Cancano lakes, Rese dello Scorluzzo, Ables military road, Val Lia - Cima Piazzi Walks:
Bormio > Croce della Reit, Bormio > Chiesa Rotta or Gesa Rota, Bormio > Madonnina del Soccorso, Bormio > Santa Lucia, Bormio > Uzza, Bormio > Premadio, Pedemontana, Decauville. Horse riding
In the green valleys of Valtellina, in the heart of the Stelvio National Park, the Equestrian Center Fornace promotes equestrian tourism activities during the summer (July / August). In collaboration with the municipality of Valdidentro, the Center has immense space available for horse riding, trekking and horseback riding.
The center relies on the experience of master Raffaele Gelmini who managed to involve many fans from Valtellina, where horse riding was almost unknown.
The center is located in the town of Pian del Vino, 4 km from Bormio, near the sports centre.
Two 20mx50m riding fields are available, one for beginners and one (with the possibility of a paddock) for horse owners who want to spend their holidays in Valtellina.
Golf
Immediately at the gates of the town, in La Fornace, stands the Bormio Golf Club.
The nine-hole course stretches along 4236 meters and is excellently set in the surrounding environment: along the course, totally immersed in greenery, you can admire the peaks that frame the valley.
The first holes were built at the end of the eighties and, subsequently, based on a design by the Swiss architect Verdieri, the course reached its current shape, becoming a model for mountain golf.
The field is open from April 1st to November 1st without interruptions and numerous competitions take place there. There is also a driving range and a lovely and very recent Club House where bar and restaurant service are offered.
The course of the Golf Club in Bormio in Lombardy:
altitude m. 1250, m. 4,324 driving range, putting green, pitching green, 9 holes, par 66 sss 63, pro - shop, Bar Restaurant Hole 19
Opening period: from 1 April to 1 November
Closing day: none
For information: Bormio Golf Club
Via Justice
telephone 0342 91.07.30 – fax 0342 91.96.65
Rafting
Rafting and canoeing are two water sports that lead to emotional contact with nature.
In Valtellina, along the Adda river, which goes from Stazzona to Castione Andevenno, you can enjoy these adventure sports with two associations capable of satisfying the needs of people either in their first experience, or already expert and always looking for new emotions.
Experienced and qualified staff will lead you on unforgettable adventures with a wide range of programs also suitable for families and routes that will allow you to "dive" into the river and discover the beauties of Valtellina.
River Base Rafting is based at the San Giacomo sports field, on the banks of the Adda river in the municipality of Teglio (10 km from Sondrio in the direction of Bormio). It is directed by Aldo Trabucchi, member of the River Rescue Corps.
The visits, suitable for both beginners and those who are and those who have already experienced (baptism, still full rafting, full fun rafting ...) take place from May to October meeting at the Base Camp or the sport of S. Giacomo to 09:00 -11.00 -14.00 both on weekdays and holidays, and lasts approximately 3 hours.
Information and reservations:
tel. +39 0342 212123
alpicentrali@tin.it
The Indomita Valtellina River amateur sports association is located at the Via Nazionale Castione Andevenno railway station (5 km from Sondrio) and was founded in 1994 by a group of friends united by a passion for nature sports and water. Thanks to the efforts of its technical staff and the enthusiasm of many members and friends who have gathered around the association over the years, Indomita has been able to grow, becoming a point of reference for both provincial and competitive water sports and the level of tourism.
From April to November, Indomita Valtellina organizes dinghy excursions along the Adda river between Stazzona and Castione. All the necessary material is provided by the association (wetsuit, helmet, life jacket), you just need to bring a swimsuit and sneakers.
Information and reservations:
tel. +39 347 9320949
info@valtellinariver.it
www.valtellinariver.it
Mountain Bike
Bormio and its surroundings offer a unique opportunity for cycling and mountain bike enthusiasts: the surrounding peaks have now rightfully entered the list of historic "Great Climbs" given that some of the most beautiful and important pages have been written about them of the Tour of Italy.
You too will be able to compete with these sacred monsters of cycling, attempting to climb the Stelvio Pass, or tackling the ramps of the Gavia Pass or the terrible Mortirolo Pass just to mention the most famous, without forgetting the thousand other opportunities that the area of Bormio for two-wheel lovers.
In the past, these climbs have often proved decisive for winning the final pink jersey, mercilessly rejecting the primacy ambitions of many.
Alongside these now legendary climbs, there are an infinite number of other routes in the area made famous by the passage of the Giro d'Italia and beyond, such as the Bormio 2000 climb (stage finish in 2004), the Foscagno Pass and the Eira Pass which lead to Livigno (stage arrival in 2006) as well as the climb to the Torri di Fraele and the Cancano Lakes. With a short trip you can also attempt to climb the Bernina Pass which leads to Sant Moritz.
Stelvio and Gavia are also the protagonists of numerous cycling events, both competitive and dedicated to simple cyclists who want to try to reach their summit. Above all, the Re Stelvio, a race which, in recent years, thanks to Mapei, has become a real event capable of attracting more than a thousand enthusiasts to its hairpin bends. During the summer, Stelviobike and Gaviabike are worth mentioning, two events (normally the first in September and the second in July) in which the roads leading to the top of the two passes are entirely dedicated to cyclists with total closure to traffic.
There are countless routes and paths for mountain bikes too: in addition to tracks specifically created and dedicated specifically to them, some of which reach three thousand meters above sea level, most of the mountain refuges located in the surrounding valleys can also be easily reached by bicycle . Extreme sports lovers will be able to experience the thrill of freeriding at the Mottolino Bike Park in Livigno, one of the eleven Kona Groove Approved Bikeparks in the world and four in Europe, where it is possible to try their hand at various trails suitable for all abilities. Various special packages and services are available including Kona bike rental, Freeride School, restaurant service and après-bike.
Fishing
The province of Sondrio is a huge fishing reservoir and consists of 100 lakes and 1000 km of rivers and streams. To fish in the province of Sondrio you need a license. The waters, granted by UPS Pesca dell'Unione di Sondrio, are populated with grayling and brown trout, rainbow trout and char. Some lakes (Grosotto, Sablonera, etc.), simplify fishing and do not require any fee.
Aerial Sports
Unique emotions, splendid views, man's dream of flying coming true Paragliding is a different and evocative way of experiencing nature, not in contact with the earth, but with the air. Launching into flight from a mountain slope and letting yourself be lulled by the wind, "listening" to the silence that only the sky can offer, is a pleasure, once experienced, that will be difficult to give up.
This type of discipline represents the simplest way to practice flying, in fact, with a paraglider you take off by exploiting the thermal and dynamic updrafts, and once at altitude you maneuver using just two controls and shifting the weight in the harness. Furthermore, thanks to the two-seater paraglider, accompanied by an instructor, anyone can experience this evocative experience.
Read more:
Valtellina Free Flight
Tel. +39 348 4101375