Snowshoe hike to the Garden of the Gods – Pollino ❄️🌲

A magical hike in the heart of the Pollino National Park, among snowy landscapes and the majestic, ancient loricate pines.

📅 Date: 16/02/2025
🕗 Meeting time: 08:00 at La Catasta Pollino
💰 Cost: €30

🌿 HIKE DETAILS

🔹 Distance: 15 km (varies depending on the group)
🔹 Elevation gain: +600 m
🔹 Difficulty: E – Medium/Hard (requires good physical preparation)
🔹 Duration: Full day
🔹 Water supply: Available

We will depart from Colle Impiso, crossing the enchanting basin of the Piani di Pollino, to reach the Garden of the Gods, a unique place where the oldest and most majestic loricate pines of the Park stand tall.

A challenging yet thrilling trek, where snowshoes will be essential to move through the snowiest areas.

📌 NOTE: The route may change depending on weather conditions and the group’s pace.

⛷️ WHAT THE FEE INCLUDES (€25):

✔️ Guided tour with Official Guides of the Pollino National Park
✔️ Snowshoe and trekking pole rental

🎒 REQUIRED EQUIPMENT

👕 Layered winter technical clothing:
✅ High, waterproof trekking boots
✅ Technical pants + gaiters
✅ Thermal shirt + fleece
✅ Waterproof and windproof jacket
✅ Hat, gloves (two pairs), sunglasses, and sunscreen
✅ Full change of clothes to leave in the car

🎒 Backpack with:
🥤 Water (1/1.5L) and electrolyte drink
🥪 Packed lunch + energy snacks (dried fruit, bars, chocolate)
🦯 Trekking poles and headlamp

📍 USEFUL INFORMATION

🚗 Carpooling: It’s essential to organize the cars for the transfer to Colle Impiso.
⚠️ A minimum number of participants is required to confirm the hike.
📞 Reservation is mandatory online or by phone.
⛔ The guide reserves the right to modify the route or cancel the hike in case of bad weather.

🔗 Book now and experience a unique adventure on the snow of Pollino! ❄️🌲