Not just snow... in Val Seriana and Val di Scalve many activities for all seasons.

The Via Mala is the old road between Val di Scalve in the province of Bergamo, and Val Seriana, in the province of Brescia. In the winter, it is transformed into an enchanted ice kingdom.   It was built in 1865 replacing the original Mediaeval route that was used to transport minerals from the mines in Bergamo’s valleys. The miners were scared by the sections of the route with sheer drops over the River Dezzo, which is why it became known as the Via Mala [Bad Way]. Today, however, this area attracts visitors, who love its timeless beauty and the stunning ice falls that can be seen in short periods during the winter.  A sight that is one of nature’s marvels, protected by the shaded area in which the route originates. There are stalactites, stalagmites, small ice falls and ice sculptures that are both fragile and temporary, which only makes them all the more precious. To admire this sight, you need to go to Colere, a little under 1000 metres under the peak of Presolana, in the province of Bergamo. Here you can park just past the third tunnel of the Provincial Road SP294 della Val di Scalve close to a large parking area near to a road maintenance house, before continuing along the Via Mala on foot.  The first part is 1 km long, protected by railings and provided with binoculars along the route so that you can admire the panorama, before arriving - for the more adventurous - at the walkway over the sheer drop of the ravine. The second part is more difficult and involves entering the canyons to become immersed in the surroundings and experience their beauty from even closer up. A thrilling route, whatever the season. 

Val Seriana, Val Brembana and Val di Scalve await you with their cross-country trails, snow parks, toboggan runs and skating rinks.

Val Brembana, Valseriana, Val di Scalve and Valle Imagna: a family-friendly holiday in the valleys of the Bergamasque Alps 

Val di Scalve is a valley with breathtaking views and a large park for ultimate relax

What to visit in Lombardy: guide to the most important places and places.

Val di Scalve is the go-to location for Nordic skiing. Nordic skiers love the Pista degli Abeti, a circular trail totalling more than 10 kilometres that winds through a glorious pine forest close to the town centre, making it easy for skiers to choose a distance suited to their ability. There is a school slope for ski mountaineering.

Comune di Schilpario (BG)

Off the beaten tourist track, but close to the Valle Seriana, there are three small valleys, just waiting to be discovered, either on foot or mountain bike

Visit the Orobie Park: the largest natural area in Lombardy's regional parks.

Wonderful in shape and size, the specimen on the Vivione Pass road is the most admired sycamore maple in Lombardy.