A stretch of railway line converted to a cycle path, amongst secluded hills and industrial archaeology. The Val Seriana is a journey through the history of places

Try this alternative idea to skiing during a long-weekend trip in the mountains. Guided tours on fat bikes or electric fat bikes set in the beautiful location of Santa Caterina Valfurva.     Our itinerary has to start at the heart of the national park Parco Nazionale dello Stelvio—a protected and very photogenic area with its idyllic  beaten tracks: from paths that are perfect for beginners to more challenging routes that are suitable for experienced fat bikers. Of the many guided tours, the one in Val Viola is perfect for a  lovely day outdoors at a slow speed —among snow-decked peaks, magical lakes and cosy mountain cottages.  By following this route, you will see typical mountain lodges made of stone and wood and green pastures. This route has small differences in altitude and is suitable even for children or less experienced bikers and will give you the chance to take in the magnificent scenery around you. Cima Piazzi, Cima Viola e Cima Dosdé are peaks with and altitude of 3,000 metres, which you can marvel at from afar.

PIAN DELLA VALLE BIVOUAC The Pian della Valle bivouac (1187 m s.l.m.) was built on a grassy patch among the woods of one of the wildest and less-known valleys of the province - Val Malgina. Val Malgina is the ideal destination for canyoning, climbing, ice climbing and mountaineering lovers. The Pian della Valle bivouac is open all year round. It is a masonry building consisting of one room which contains a table, chairs, flatware, a fireplace and firewood. There are also four wooden beds, but mattresses and blankets are not provided. A fountain in front of the building provides water, although its amount isn't always enough. The Druet peak (2913 m) and the Malgina Devil's peak (2926 m) stand out against the background. On the left side of the Devil's peak there is the steep and narrow Malgina avalanche chute that is the longest in the Valtellinese Orobic Alps (1400 m). A 20-minute walk leads to the feet of the avalanche chute, where waterfalls can be admired. LA PETTA BIVOUAC In val Malgina we also find the La Petta bivouac (1452 m), in a clearing on the right side of the Malgina avalanche chute. The bivouac is a stone building containing a wooden plank with room for 5/6 people and sleeping bags. It also has a wooden table with benches, a cabinet, flatware, firewood and a spot where it's possibile to light fire. It is necessary to fetch water from the closest creek. The bivouac is open all year round, but it is advisable to reach it in summer, when the classification of the route is EE. The itinerary is much harder in winter, when due to snow and ice it is necessary to use proper equipment. Photo: Ago76

Ponte stazione, San Rocco, Sant’Antonio, Piano dei Cavalli, Alpe Campiascio - ritorno a Ponte stazione

It starts in snowmobile to discover the Val Seriana.

La ciclovia della Val Seriana è uno degli itinerari più belli e varii della Lombardia.

The largest basin of the Brianza lakes, a few kilometres from Lecco

    Let's continue to Porlezza, a popular tourist destination at the north-eastern end of the lake, which can be reached by taking the Strada Statale 340 Regina road to Argegno and then crossing the Val d'Intelvi.   An embarkation point for lake cruises in the summer months, out of season it offers a more relaxed and charming atmosphere. The parish church dedicated to San Vittore, one of the 57 mediaeval parish churches of the ancient archdiocese of Milan, is well worth a visit, while a few kilometres from its centre, in the direction of Menaggio, we find Lake Piano, a nature reserve and EU Site of Community Importance, which must not be missed. Easy to ride and suitable for everyone, the 13.5-kilometre Porlezza-Menaggio cycle path links Lake Ceresio with Lake Como.  (Ph: wikipedia.org)

Be enchanted by Menaggio, marvelous town on Lake Como

5 consigli per una giornata indimenticabile: da Gardone Riviera all’Isola Comacina, alle sponde perfette per chi ama la bici

The most unmissable event in Ponte di Legno - Passo Del Tonale is the moonlight snowshoe walk. But this is not the only opportunity to discover the Upper Camonica Valley at your own pace.   The Ponte di Legno - Tonale ski area is a fairy-tale kingdom where you can venture into the enchanting scenery of the Upper Camonica Ali in your snowshoes. Snowshoes are de rigueur at the "Caspolada al chiaro di luna", or moonlight snowshoe walk. This event, the pride of Vezza d’Oglio, involves more than 4000 participants in a non-competitive night-time walk under the full moon. Visitors seeking their thrills at a slower pace can also enjoy sled rides towed by huskies from the Tonale Sleddog School, where you will be taught the knack of slipping silently over the snow.  Still in Passo del Tonale, you can be towed by the wind in complete safety using snow kites. Lastly, there is no shortage of cross-country ski trails at Ponte di Legno in Val Sozzine. You can ski on beaten trails of varying length and even ski at night, surrounded by the beautiful natural scenery. Enthusiasts who want to combine their passion for engines with snow can ride a snowmobile round a special circuit or enjoy night-time excursions with dinner in a mountain shelter.