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Snowshoeing Adventure on the Campo Imperatore Plateau in Gran Sasso National Park

Castel del Monte, provincia dell'Aquila · Abruzzo•1 day•Hiking · 1,600 m
Experience
Day hikes
Difficulty ?
INTERMEDIATE
Where?
provincia dell'Aquila, Abruzzo
On your own?
No problem
Points
+12
Snowshoeing Adventure on the Campo Imperatore Plateau in Gran Sasso National Park
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Overview
The experience
Difficulty
What's included
Itinerary
Carpooling
What to bring
Your guide
Reviews
Questions
WHY THIS HIKE

Snowshoeing on the Campo Imperatore plateau

We will admire the extraordinary karst plateau of Campo Imperatore, at the foot of the highest mountains in the Apennines, carved by water into the soft, undulating landscape, the Scoppaturo canyon with its high, strikingly shaped rock walls that have been the setting for numerous films.

Group chat a couple of days before
Come alone, leave with new friends

The experience

We will admire the extraordinary karst plateau of Campo Imperatore, at the foot of the highest mountains in the Apennines, carved by water into the soft, undulating landscape, the Scoppaturo canyon with its high, strikingly shaped rock walls that have been the setting for numerous films.

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 2 days before
You pay nothing when you book.
Guiddy accident insurance
Included in the price.
+12 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
INTERMEDIATE
F
F+
I
I+
D
D+
200 m D+ · 10 km · 5 h
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
✓Guiddy accident insurance
✓Certified Guide
✕NOT INCLUDED
✕Packed lunch or lunch at the hut
✕Travel to Castel del Monte
To get there, there's Guiddy carpooling, below.

Itinerary

One day, approximate times. The final details come in the group chat.

Elevation gain
200 m
Max altitude
1,600 m
Distance
10 km
Duration
5 h
Day
10 km · D+ 200 m · 5 h
Map
The stops · 10 km
Meeting point 9:00approximate
Appuntamento, Castel del Monte, provincia dell'Aquila, Italia. The exact time is confirmed in the group chat. We usually meet a little earlier for breakfast together, when possible.
HOW TO GET THERE
09:00MEETING
Meeting Point
We'll meet at the Hotel Parco Gran Sasso, Via di Campo Imperatore, 7, Castel del Monte AQ. From there, it's a quick 15-minute drive to our snowshoeing starting point.
09:30PARKING
Parking Available
Free parking and the start of your snowshoe adventure!
12:00HIKING TRAIL
hiking trail
Lunch break with packed lunches, then we head back to the parking area.
14:30RETURN
Car Park
Back to the trailhead and farewell!

How do you get to Castel del Monte? 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.

Cap
REQUIRED
Windbreaker
REQUIRED
Warm gloves
REQUIRED
Waterproof shell
REQUIRED
Waterproof shell pants
REQUIRED
Packed lunch
REQUIRED
Water supply
REQUIRED
Layered clothing
REQUIRED
Backpack
REQUIRED
Warm gloves
RECOMMENDED
Sunglasses
RECOMMENDED

Your guide

Guerrino C.
Guerrino C.
· 5 outings
We'll email you when they have a new outing on the calendar.

Hi Guidders! 🧡 I'm Guerrino, an environmental hiking guide and a lifelong lover of nature. I started going to the mountains as a teenager. Then came canyoning and caving, to get to know this splendid world better and better — from inside and underneath it too, not just from the trails. What I want to pass on are the strong feelings you get crossing all the colours of our land: the endless shades of green and blue among mountains, waterfalls and centuries-old trees that always greet you kindly. And I hope that with the wonder and the falling in love with nature will come, all by themselves, respect and the wish to teach new generations about sustainable development, protecting the fine balance between nature and art, history and the best of this beautiful country. 🌿 See you in the mountains, Guidders!

Italiano
Guida Ambientale Escursionistica

Reviews

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Ibex
The first reviews come after the outing
We only ask for feedback from people who were really there.

You'll be among the first to share your story.

Questions?

I've only done easy trails, can I come?
⌄
Flat or slightly inclined sections with short stretches on steep slopes and rocks, not tiring or demanding. You need to be fit enough to walk for 5 h with 200 m of ascent. If in doubt, message Ibex on WhatsApp.
Can I join on my own?
⌄
How does carpooling work?
⌄
What happens if the weather is bad?
⌄
What if the group doesn't reach the minimum?
⌄
Until when can I cancel?
⌄
Book now, pay only if it goes ahead
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✓Free cancellation up to 2 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
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Snowshoeing Adventure on the Campo Imperatore Plateau in Gran Sasso National Park

Snowshoeing Adventure on the Campo Imperatore Plateau in Gran Sasso National Park

Castel del Monte, provincia dell'Aquila (AQ) · Abruzzo
1 day · Hiking · 1,600 m
New: you'll be among the first Guidders to do it
Elevation gain
200 m
Max altitude
1,600 m
Distance
10 km
Exposed sections
None
Duration
5 h
Guiddy points
+12
5 photos
+1 photos
WHY THIS HIKE

Snowshoeing on the Campo Imperatore plateau

We will admire the extraordinary karst plateau of Campo Imperatore, at the foot of the highest mountains in the Apennines, carved by water into the soft, undulating landscape, the Scoppaturo canyon with its high, strikingly shaped rock walls that have been the setting for numerous films.

Come alone, leave with new friends

How hard is it

Guiddy scale
INTERMEDIATE
F
F+
I
I+
D
D+
200 m D+ · 10 km · 5 h
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
✓Guiddy accident insurance
✓Certified Guide
NOT INCLUDED
✕Packed lunch or lunch at the hut
✕Travel to Castel del Monte

Itinerary

Day · approximate times
Map
Stops · 10 km
Meeting point 9:00Appuntamento
We usually meet a little earlier for breakfast together, when possible.
09:00MEETING
Meeting Point
We'll meet at the Hotel Parco Gran Sasso, Via di Campo Imperatore, 7, Castel del Monte AQ. From there, it's a quick 15-minute drive to our snowshoeing starting point.
09:30PARKING
Parking Available
Free parking and the start of your snowshoe adventure!
12:00HIKING TRAIL
hiking trail
Lunch break with packed lunches, then we head back to the parking area.
14:30RETURN
Car Park
Back to the trailhead and farewell!

How do you get to Castel del Monte? 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.
Cap
REQUIRED
Windbreaker
REQUIRED
Warm gloves
REQUIRED
Waterproof shell
REQUIRED
Waterproof shell pants
REQUIRED
Packed lunch
REQUIRED
Water supply
REQUIRED
Layered clothing
REQUIRED
Backpack
REQUIRED
Warm gloves
RECOMMENDED
Sunglasses
RECOMMENDED

Your guide

Guerrino C.
Guerrino C.
5 outings with Guiddy
Guida Ambientale Escursionistica

Hi Guidders! 🧡 I'm Guerrino, an environmental hiking guide and a lifelong lover of nature. I started going to the mountains as a teenager. Then came canyoning and caving, to get to know this splendid world better and better — from inside and underneath it too, not just from the trails. What I want to pass on are the strong feelings you get crossing all the colours of our land: the endless shades of green and blue among mountains, waterfalls and centuries-old trees that always greet you kindly. And I hope that with the wonder and the falling in love with nature will come, all by themselves, respect and the wish to teach new generations about sustainable development, protecting the fine balance between nature and art, history and the best of this beautiful country. 🌿 See you in the mountains, Guidders!

We'll email you when they have a new outing on the calendar.

Reviews

— · none yet
Ibex
The first reviews come after the outing
Only from people who were really there.

You'll be among the first to share your story.

Questions?

I've only done easy trails, can I come?
⌄
Flat or slightly inclined sections with short stretches on steep slopes and rocks, not tiring or demanding. You need to be fit enough to walk for 5 h with 200 m of ascent. If in doubt, message Ibex on WhatsApp.
Can I join on my own?
⌄
How does carpooling work?
⌄
What happens if the weather is bad?
⌄
What if the group doesn't reach the minimum?
⌄
Until when can I cancel?
⌄
Ibex
Still unsure? Message Ibex on WhatsApp →
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