UNESCO railway
Bernina Red Train
From Tirano, 40 minutes from Sondrio, the famous panoramic train climbs to St. Moritz over the 2,250 m Bernina Pass: one of the world's most spectacular rail journeys.
All year40 min from Sondrio
Living the valley
Activities & experiences
From the Bernina Red Train to rafting, vineyards and trails: the experiences that make a stay in Valtellina unique. We help you arrange them.
Adrenaline
Rafting on the Adda
Guided descents along the Adda river for every level, from family-friendly floats to technical runs: a unique way to experience the valley from the water.
Spring–summerIn the valley
Adventure
Survival school & outdoor adventures
Survival courses, orienteering and adventure in Valtellina's forests: guided experiences for groups, families and team building.
Spring–autumnAround Sondrio
Nature
Hiking & trekking
From the Via dei Terrazzamenti to the Orobie and Valmalenco trails: scenic walks and high-altitude treks for every fitness level.
All year0 to 3,000 m
Culture
Old town & Masegra Castle
Piazza Garibaldi, the Collegiate church, noble palaces, the Scarpatetti quarter and the castle above the town, home to the mountaineering museum.
All yearOn foot
Food & wine
Wine tastings & cellars
Cellar visits and tastings of Valtellina Superiore DOCG and Sforzato among Sassella, Grumello and Inferno: mountain wine told by the people who make it.
All yearVineyards above town
Winter
Skiing & winter sports
About half an hour away, the Valmalenco slopes with the Snow Eagle cable car; a little further, Bormio and Livigno: Valtellina is a ski paradise.
December–April30 min from Sondrio
Families
Parks & family activities
Town parks, cycle paths along the Adda, farms and activities designed for children: a mountain holiday the whole family will love.
All yearSondrio & around
Want to book one of these experiences or get tailored suggestions? Message us: we will connect you with the right local operators and build the programme around your stay.