Moreover, in Trentino, you have the option to climb in one of the many artificial icy waterfalls. In Corvara, in San Martino di Castrozza, nella Valsugana, it works an excellent system of very modern facilities for ice climbing.
The biggest artificial ice climbing facilities in Europe have been constructed in Corvara, in Val Passiria where in January 2013, the ‘’Ice Fight’’ Trophy (which is a stage for the World Cup) was held. In Valle di Tures, in Alto Adige, the natural waterfall is another very demanding option.
Val Pusteria, in the north of the region, has to offer as well, very interesting options for ice climbing although it is not a very famous destination. The most challenging area is just about the Riva di Tures. Keep in mind that in Riva di Tures, the ability level must be quite high (6th level). Best period is from December till March.
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Nevis Range is a snow-sports resort in the Highlands of Scotland, at 6 mi/10 km away from Fort William. Fort William is a town on the foot of Aonach Mor with great natural beauty, as it is situated in an area with special topography. In Fort William, you can easily find a wide range of hotels, restaurants, pubs and bars, as it is the largest town of Highlands.
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The Dolomites mountain chain and its surroundings is just the ideal location for anyone to practice all kind of snow and ice activities. Ice climbing fans can find here an exceptional arena with countless options for practicing their preferred sport. In Corvara, no more than 20 km/12.4 mi from Cortina d' Ampezzo, there is one of the largest artificial installations in Europe.
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Organized for the 4th time in a row, King of the Alps event, gathers some of the best paddlers in the world for the European Championship in extreme Kayaking that takes place in the amazing Passer River in South Tyrol, Italy.
Nowadays, snow kiting has become a new trend in the winter resorts. In Trentino – Alto Adige, in Northern Italy, the right spot for exercising your preferred sport is Passo Tonale, which separates the Stelvio National Park from the Madonna di Campiglio ski area.
Snowshoeing is a new trend of the recent years in the winter resorts. Although snowshoeing is a very old technique for moving on the snow, the activity has been re-emerged as a funny, relaxing and easy way to discover snowy landscapes over the last years. Without requiring any kind of ability or training, snowshoeing can give you a sense of peace and serenity while exploring paths and routes, covered by clear fresh snow.
Already since the '70s, Cortina d' Ampezzo was considered to be the most important flying area in Italy and Europe as well. The Italian Free Flight Federation was also founded here in 1976 when many clubs have started to operate many free flights at the same period.
Sledge was the main mean of transportation for several hundreds of year and trade mark of the alpine region. Nowadays it has been transformed into a very pleasant and funny sport activity with many fans. Monte Cavallo is the perfect destination for truly unforgettable runs.
Dog sledding nowadays has been re-discovered and is now a very popular sport. In Cortina d’ Ampezzo, the oldest resort in Italy and amongst the most famous in Europe, this new trend has many fans due to its commodity, pleasure and fan that offers to its lovers.
Valle Isarco, located in the heart of Dolomites mountain chain, is the natural home for sledding. Here it is a very popular sport.
The Dolomites group is famous mostly for the snow sport activities. However, here in Trentino of Alto Adige in northern Italy, among slopes, peaks and valleys, one sport is very popular, paragliding. Paragliding is one of the few sports here, that can be practiced throughout the year.
