Snowshoeing under the Stars: Moonlight Hike in Chianale
Frazione Chianale, Cuneo · Piemonte•1 day•Hiking · 1,900 m
Experience
Day hikes
Difficulty ?
EASY
Where?
Cuneo, Piemonte
On your own?
Groups welcome too
Points
+11
Community photos
Overview
The experience
Difficulty
What's included
Itinerary
Carpooling
What to bring
Your guide
Reviews
Questions
WHY THIS HIKE
Moonlight snowshoeing in Chianale
Departure from Chianale 🌙, one of the most beautiful villages in Italy: a web of stone houses, antique wood, and illuminated windows that, in winter, seem to guard stories whispered by the wind. The nocturnal snowshoe hike will lead us to discover this magical place under the starry sky ✨, when the silence is more intense and the slow pace on the snow creates its own rhythm. The route will be simple and suitable for everyone 🚶♀️❄️: a gentle loop around the village, through snow-covered meadows and larch forests that take on silent and delicate shapes in the nocturnal glow. The moon will light our way 🌕, allowing the profiles of the mountains and the white of the snow, which seems to breathe in the alpine night, to emerge. Upon returning to the village, with its warm lights that light up like an alpine nativity scene 🏔️🕯️, dinner will await us at the La peiro groso inn 🍽️🔥: traditional dishes, authentic flavors, and a welcoming atmosphere that smells of home and mountain. An evening to experience the snow in a different way: slow, intimate, fascinating. A night in the heart of Chianale, which remains in the memory like a small winter enchantment.
Group chat a couple of days before
The experience
Departure from Chianale 🌙, one of the most beautiful villages in Italy: a web of stone houses, antique wood, and illuminated windows that, in winter, seem to guard stories whispered by the wind. The nocturnal snowshoe hike will lead us to discover this magical place under the starry sky ✨, when the silence is more intense and the slow pace on the snow creates its own rhythm. The route will be simple and suitable for everyone 🚶♀️❄️: a gentle loop around the village, through snow-covered meadows and larch forests that take on silent and delicate shapes in the nocturnal glow. The moon will light our way 🌕, allowing the profiles of the mountains and the white of the snow, which seems to breathe in the alpine night, to emerge. Upon returning to the village, with its warm lights that light up like an alpine nativity scene 🏔️🕯️, dinner will await us at the La peiro groso inn 🍽️🔥: traditional dishes, authentic flavors, and a welcoming atmosphere that smells of home and mountain. An evening to experience the snow in a different way: slow, intimate, fascinating. A night in the heart of Chianale, which remains in the memory like a small winter enchantment.
GOOD TO KNOW
Group chat
It opens a couple of days before: that's where the meeting point is confirmed and carpooling is arranged.
Free cancellation up to 3 days before
You pay nothing when you book.
Guiddy accident insurance
Included in the price.
+11 Guiddy points
Your points grow with every outing, level you up and unlock discounts, exclusive outings and goodies.
Not suitable for dogs
This time your dog stays at home.
How hard is it, really
Guiddy scale
EASY
F
F+
I
I+
D
D+
100 m D+ · 2 km · 2 h
Easy — this outing
Perfect for those who want to enjoy nature without too much effort. Short, well-marked trails with gentle slopes. No technical difficulties, just a desire to walk, breathe in the fresh air, and share the day with a group.
Ideal for: Beginners, families, those who want to take their first steps in trekking.
Easy Plus
A little faster pace, but still accessible. Slightly longer routes or with a few more hills, requiring some walking experience. The terrain is always easy and safe.
Ideal for: Those who walk regularly and want to challenge themselves a little.
Intermediate
Here we enter the world of true trekking. Steeper climbs, stretches on uneven or longer trails that require stamina. The physical effort is medium to high, and the fatigue is noticeable... but so is the satisfaction!
Ideal for: Those who already have experience and a good level of physical fitness.
Intermediate Plus
When the mountains begin to take their toll. More challenging routes in terms of gradient or duration, with technical sections or uneven terrain. Even a medium elevation gain can be tough if concentrated in just a few kilometers
Ideal for: Trained hikers, accustomed to walking on mountain paths
Difficult
Level suitable for experienced hikers with excellent stamina and surefootedness. The physical challenge is high, and there may be steep sections or possible exposure, which is always noted in the hike description. Perfect for those who enjoy pushing their limits and conquering significant peaks.
Ideal for: Those who already have experience in an Alpine environment and want to challenge themselves.
Difficult Plus
Only for true Guidders with their Wild Spirit at its peak Long routes, significant elevation gain (over 1,100 m), and technical or exposed terrain. Excellent physical preparation, sure-footedness, and the ability to manage fatigue at high altitude are required.
Ideal for: Highly trained and experienced hikers in the mountains.
Exposure and exposed sections
NONE
No exposed sections reported on the route.
VERTIGO RISK
WHAT YOU NEED BEFORE YOU GO
✓
BEFORE YOU GO
Dress in layers and set off in daylight: on snow you sweat going up and freeze at the stops. If you've never snowshoed, no experience needed, just legs for a long walk and an easy pace
✓
IN YOUR BACKPACK
Snowshoes and poles (rent them if you don't have them), waterproof boots, gaiters, gloves plus a spare pair, a beanie, sunglasses, a hot thermos and a snack. Always with you: a plaster, an antiseptic wipe and a small bag for rubbish
What's included in the price
✓INCLUDED
✓Certified Guide
✓Guiddy accident insurance
✕NOT INCLUDED
✕Dinner
✕Snowshoes and poles to be paid on site (on request)
✕Avalanche beacon, shovel and probe (on request)
✕Travel to Frazione Chianale
To get there, there's Guiddy carpooling, below.
Itinerary
One day, approximate times. The final details come in the group chat.
Elevation gain
100 m
Max altitude
1,900 m
Distance
2 km
Duration
2 h
Day
2 km · D+ 100 m · 2 h
The stops · 2 km
Meeting point 17:30approximate
Frazione Chianale 79, 12020 Pontechianale provincia di Cuneo, Italia. The exact time is confirmed in the group chat. We meet a little earlier for a coffee, water and a toilet: after that, there are none until we get back.
Meet at the Chianale parking area. Snowshoe rentals available for those who need them. We'll get our gear ready and then set off on our snowshoe adventure!
17:45VIEWPOINT
Night Snowshoe Hike
Snowshoeing through the larch woods and meadows surrounding Chianale, one of Italy's most beautiful villages, bathed in the magical glow of the full moon reflecting on the snow.
20:30MOUNTAIN HUT
Dinner at La Peiro Groso
We'll arrive at the Peiro Groso Inn, where you can savor traditional dishes in a warm and welcoming atmosphere. À la carte menu available.
How do you get to Frazione Chianale? By carpooling.
You say so when booking, then you get organised in the Telegram group. Contacts and costs are agreed between you: a seat isn't guaranteed.
WHO'S ALREADY GOING
Offering a seat Looking for a seat
Cars are added in the last few days, once the group is confirmed.
What to bring
A list made for this hike. No technical gear: just good shoes and a well-packed backpack.
Snowshoes
REQUIRED
Trekking poles
REQUIRED
Headlamp
REQUIRED
Warm gloves
REQUIRED
Backpack
REQUIRED
Trekking boots
REQUIRED
Thermal shirt
REQUIRED
Avalanche transceiver
RECOMMENDED
Long pants
RECOMMENDED
Light fleece
RECOMMENDED
Windbreaker
RECOMMENDED
Change of clothes
RECOMMENDED
Your guide
Elena A.
· 1 outings
We'll email you when they have a new outing on the calendar.
Hi Guidders! 🧡 I'm Elena, a licensed nature guide and tour leader. I'm 32 and I live in Sampeyre, in the province of Cuneo, in the land of Monviso. I'm passionate about mountains, sport and the outdoors in every form, and my aim is to show people the beauty of the places where I live — but above all to share and pass on what I feel when I'm out in nature. Those are two different things: the first you see, the second you feel. I also love travelling and everything travel involves: planning routes, studying and getting to know places, the inevitable discovery and the growth that comes with it. Come with me and you'll find someone who prepared the day beforehand, and then lives it with you. 🥾 See you in the mountains, Guidders!
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Questions?
I've only done easy trails, can I come?
⌄
Paths, mule tracks or wide trails requiring little physical preparation. You need to be fit enough to walk for 2 h with 100 m of ascent. If in doubt, message Ibex on WhatsApp.
Can I join on my own?
⌄
How does carpooling work?
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What happens if the weather is bad?
⌄
What if the group doesn't reach the minimum?
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Until when can I cancel?
⌄
Book now, pay only if it goes ahead
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✓No charge now: the amount is only held on your card
✓Free cancellation up to 3 days before
✓You're only charged once the group is confirmed, at 7 pm the evening before departure
✓Minimum not reached? No charge, nothing to do
Or pay straight away by card, PayPal, Satispay or Revolut. With Klarna you can also pay in interest-free instalments.
Still have questions? Message Ibex
Ibex is Guiddy's virtual ibex: it answers everything, 24/7. In two messages it tells you whether this outing is for you, how to get there and what to pack.
Snowshoeing under the Stars: Moonlight Hike in Chianale
Frazione Chianale, Pontechianale (CN) · Piemonte
1 day · Hiking · 1,900 m
Elevation gain
100 m
Max altitude
1,900 m
Distance
2 km
Exposed sections
None
Duration
2 h
Guiddy points
+11
▣ 4 photos
WHY THIS HIKE
Moonlight snowshoeing in Chianale
Departure from Chianale 🌙, one of the most beautiful villages in Italy: a web of stone houses, antique wood, and illuminated windows that, in winter, seem to guard stories whispered by the wind. The nocturnal snowshoe hike will lead us to discover this magical place under the starry sky ✨, when the silence is more intense and the slow pace on the snow creates its own rhythm. The route will be simple and suitable for everyone 🚶♀️❄️: a gentle loop around the village, through snow-covered meadows and larch forests that take on silent and delicate shapes in the nocturnal glow. The moon will light our way 🌕, allowing the profiles of the mountains and the white of the snow, which seems to breathe in the alpine night, to emerge. Upon returning to the village, with its warm lights that light up like an alpine nativity scene 🏔️🕯️, dinner will await us at the La peiro groso inn 🍽️🔥: traditional dishes, authentic flavors, and a welcoming atmosphere that smells of home and mountain. An evening to experience the snow in a different way: slow, intimate, fascinating. A night in the heart of Chianale, which remains in the memory like a small winter enchantment.
How hard is it
Guiddy scale
EASY
F
F+
I
I+
D
D+
100 m D+ · 2 km · 2 h
Easy — this outing
Perfect for those who want to enjoy nature without too much effort. Short, well-marked trails with gentle slopes. No technical difficulties, just a desire to walk, breathe in the fresh air, and share the day with a group.
Ideal for: Beginners, families, those who want to take their first steps in trekking.
Easy Plus
A little faster pace, but still accessible. Slightly longer routes or with a few more hills, requiring some walking experience. The terrain is always easy and safe.
Ideal for: Those who walk regularly and want to challenge themselves a little.
Intermediate
Here we enter the world of true trekking. Steeper climbs, stretches on uneven or longer trails that require stamina. The physical effort is medium to high, and the fatigue is noticeable... but so is the satisfaction!
Ideal for: Those who already have experience and a good level of physical fitness.
Intermediate Plus
When the mountains begin to take their toll. More challenging routes in terms of gradient or duration, with technical sections or uneven terrain. Even a medium elevation gain can be tough if concentrated in just a few kilometers
Ideal for: Trained hikers, accustomed to walking on mountain paths
Difficult
Level suitable for experienced hikers with excellent stamina and surefootedness. The physical challenge is high, and there may be steep sections or possible exposure, which is always noted in the hike description. Perfect for those who enjoy pushing their limits and conquering significant peaks.
Ideal for: Those who already have experience in an Alpine environment and want to challenge themselves.
Difficult Plus
Only for true Guidders with their Wild Spirit at its peak Long routes, significant elevation gain (over 1,100 m), and technical or exposed terrain. Excellent physical preparation, sure-footedness, and the ability to manage fatigue at high altitude are required.
Ideal for: Highly trained and experienced hikers in the mountains.
WHAT YOU NEED BEFORE YOU GO
✓
BEFORE YOU GO
Dress in layers and set off in daylight: on snow you sweat going up and freeze at the stops. If you've never snowshoed, no experience needed, just legs for a long walk and an easy pace
✓
IN YOUR BACKPACK
Snowshoes and poles (rent them if you don't have them), waterproof boots, gaiters, gloves plus a spare pair, a beanie, sunglasses, a hot thermos and a snack. Always with you: a plaster, an antiseptic wipe and a small bag for rubbish
What's included
INCLUDED
✓Certified Guide
✓Guiddy accident insurance
NOT INCLUDED
✕Dinner
✕Snowshoes and poles to be paid on site (on request)
✕Avalanche beacon, shovel and probe (on request)
✕Travel to Frazione Chianale
Itinerary
Day · approximate times
Stops · 2 km
Meeting point 17:30Frazione Chianale
We meet a little earlier for a coffee, water and a toilet: after that, there are none until we get back.
Meet at the Chianale parking area. Snowshoe rentals available for those who need them. We'll get our gear ready and then set off on our snowshoe adventure!
17:45VIEWPOINT
Night Snowshoe Hike
Snowshoeing through the larch woods and meadows surrounding Chianale, one of Italy's most beautiful villages, bathed in the magical glow of the full moon reflecting on the snow.
20:30MOUNTAIN HUT
Dinner at La Peiro Groso
We'll arrive at the Peiro Groso Inn, where you can savor traditional dishes in a warm and welcoming atmosphere. À la carte menu available.
How do you get to Frazione Chianale? By carpooling.
You say so when booking, then you get organised in the Telegram group.
WHO'S ALREADY GOING
Offering a seat Looking for a seat
Cars are added in the last few days, once the group is confirmed.
What to bring
A list made for this hike.
Snowshoes
REQUIRED
Trekking poles
REQUIRED
Headlamp
REQUIRED
Warm gloves
REQUIRED
Backpack
REQUIRED
Trekking boots
REQUIRED
Thermal shirt
REQUIRED
Avalanche transceiver
RECOMMENDED
Long pants
RECOMMENDED
Light fleece
RECOMMENDED
Windbreaker
RECOMMENDED
Change of clothes
RECOMMENDED
Your guide
Elena A.
1 outings with Guiddy
Guida Ambientale Escursionistica
Hi Guidders! 🧡 I'm Elena, a licensed nature guide and tour leader. I'm 32 and I live in Sampeyre, in the province of Cuneo, in the land of Monviso. I'm passionate about mountains, sport and the outdoors in every form, and my aim is to show people the beauty of the places where I live — but above all to share and pass on what I feel when I'm out in nature. Those are two different things: the first you see, the second you feel. I also love travelling and everything travel involves: planning routes, studying and getting to know places, the inevitable discovery and the growth that comes with it. Come with me and you'll find someone who prepared the day beforehand, and then lives it with you. 🥾 See you in the mountains, Guidders!
We'll email you when they have a new outing on the calendar.
Paths, mule tracks or wide trails requiring little physical preparation. You need to be fit enough to walk for 2 h with 100 m of ascent. If in doubt, message Ibex on WhatsApp.
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