Nordic Walking increases aerobic potential, promotes the toning up of muscles throughout the body, improves posture, encourages the elimination of hormones arising from stress, strengthens the bone structure and acts as a stimulant to the passive nervous system and therefore antibodies.
There’s also significant benefit to the cardio-circulatory system, and a reduction in both body fat and cholesterol.
We are indicating several excursions particularly for those who would like to improve their rhythm and pace. These are described in exactly the same way as normal walking routes within the natural ambience of Campodolcino´s Nordic walking park. There are five routes of differing levels carefully chosen for enthusiasts of this engaging discipline.
Accompanied by qualified instructors or indeed totally on your own, you can follow the trails which delve in and out of woodland, or follow the course of torrents, walk among pastures and around Alpine lakes - with all the magnificent panoramas of the valley along the way.
ROUTE 1: Circuit of Acqua Merla - Portorezza
An enjoyable walk along the ancient Via Spluga, skirting the stream which crosses the countryside.
Difficulty: Easy (100% Blue level)
Length: 5.54 km
Height Difference: 10 metres
Directions: an ideal walk as the route remains almost level throughout; perfect as an introduction to adopting correct technique; suitable for anyone who wishes to try the discipline with minimal physical impact.
ROUTE 2: Fraciscio - Gualdera
A short walk among Gualdera´s green fields to forget the chaos of city life.
Difficulty: Moderate (55% Red level, 45% Blue)
Length: 1.5 km
Height Difference: 110 metres
Directions: A relatively short route which throws up some stretches with slopes of a Red level type. Ideal for anyone wanting to begin to push themselves a little harder. It´s also possible to continue along Route 3. On the way there´s a brief stretch on the old roadway.
ROUTE 3: Gualdera - Bondeno
Put your stamina and endurance to the test on this fitness-enhancing walk to the delightful high pastures of Bondeno, whilst enjoying the magnificent views over the valley and of the peaks which dominate all and sundry.
Difficulty: Moderate (80% Red level, 20% Blue)
Length: 5.2 km
Height Difference: 400 metres
Directions: a walk which unravels steadily along roads sometimes rough and at times hard-surfaced.
Rabbiosa, stay on the right. At the end of the old roadway, in the middle of Gualdera, you´ll find sign-posting for both Route 1 and 2.
ROUTE 4: Cross-country circuit at Alpe Motta
A gentle walk taking in the peace and quiet of woodland, releasing all your tension in the heart of nature itself
Difficulty: Moderate (50% Blue, 50% Red)
Length: 5.2 km
Height Difference: 30 metres
Directions: the walk infiltrates the cross-country skiing track at Alpe Motta. First-rate for basic courses of Nordic within the Blue sector but also perfect to move on a little, increasing level of effort required during the Red parts.
ROUTE 5: Alpe Motta - Lago Azzurro
Feel your spirits soar within this magical landscape, typically Alpine with breathtaking views of Alpe Motta.
Difficulty: Moderate (Levels Red 40% and Blue 60%)
Length: 2.5 km
Height Difference: 100 metres
Directions: the trail follows a dirt-track road which leaves Lago Azzurro and proceeds to the santuario do Nostra Signore d´Europa; suitable for beginners as the uphill sections are short, but also for those who wish to put in some training within a fantastic natural environment. Great panoramas.
