NATURE AND LANDSCAPES

Val Formazza is an authentic and pristine territory, a place where the primordial energy of water has shaped Alpine landscapes of extraordinary beauty. Here, the silence of the peaks converses with the roar of the Toce Waterfall, one of the most spectacular waterfalls in Europe: 143 meters of pure power that have always been the valley's icon.

The nature of Val Formazza changes its face with each season, offering unique experiences to outdoor enthusiasts.

In winter, Riale becomes the capital of cross-country skiing and snowshoeing excursions; in spring, the meadows burst with color and the streams fill with meltwater. Summer invites visitors to discover mountain pastures where the famous Bettelmatt cheese is produced, while trails lead to artificial lakes like Morasco, Toggia, and the striking Lake Vannino. Autumn, with its golden larch trees, transforms the valley into a living painting.

The vast Lago del Sabbione and the numerous artificial basins, however, tell another story of the valley: one of perfect balance between nature and innovation. This is where the important system of Hydroelectric Power Plants of Val Formazza fits in, a historical industrial heritage that makes this area a benchmark for clean energy production. A concrete example of sustainability, where the power of water—the absolute protagonist of the valley—becomes a resource for the future.

Amidst coniferous forests, larch groves, and rhododendrons lives a rich and protected fauna: roe deer, deer, marmots, and chamois accompany visitors, while the golden eagle rules the sky with its majestic flight.

Walking the trails of Val Formazza, such as the Via dell'Abate or the evocative Walserweg, means immersing oneself in an authentic environment, where Walser culture and the majesty of the Alps merge into an intense and memorable experience.

A territory to live, narrate, and discover, where every step is an invitation to connect with the purest essence of the mountains.