Skimofestival

The first Ski Mountaineering Destival in Italy: Sports, fun, environment, and culture in the cradle of ski mountaineering 

S. Caterina Valfurva hosts a three-day event dedicated to the community of ski mountaineering enthusiasts and those curious about approaching the discipline.
An event open to all skiers of all technical and sporting levels, from beginners to athletes.

Experience, films, workshops, presentations, and meetings with athletes and experts, parties… In short, a unique opportunity to try out the new products on the market and experience the latest trends with exceptional testimonials.

 Free registration for the event and the wristband you will collect at the accreditation point will allow you to experience:

• Free equipment tests
• Evening parties and events
• Film screenings
• Meetings with the ski mountaineering community
• Training activities on mountain safety

CLICK HERE to register for the event!

All experiences require registration at the following link: https://skimofestival.com/collections/experience

PROGRAM

Thursday, March 5, 2026

• 18:00-20:00: Skimofestival Prologue - presentation of the Skimofestival program at Corte Ski Trab (Bormio), aperitif with the Guides of Bormio
  Free event

Friday, March 6, 2026

• 8:00-16:00: Skimo Pro Peak (Forni Area / Local Summit)
  Exclusive experience towards one of the most beautiful local peaks (chosen by the Guides based on conditions). Requires excellent physical shape and autonomous management of the alpine environment. Dedicated briefing the evening before and sustainable logistics to the Forni area.
  Level: Expert (>1500 D+) - Duration: 8 hours
  Price: € 150.00
  
• 10:00-22:00: Full Day Product Test Area (Top adventure Forni Area)
  40+ Brand Partners available - Skis, boots, ARTVA, clothing, accessories (Reservation recommended)
  Free event
• 18:00-20:00: Skimo Under the Stars (S. Caterina Valfurva)
  The magic of a night 'skin' in the woods of Santa Caterina Valfurva, returning to the La Fonte Village for debriefing and light dinner. Perfect for experiencing the atmosphere of the mountain at night.
  Level: Easy (500 D+) - Duration: 1.5 hours
  Price: € 35.00
  
• 18:00-20:00: Skimofestival Opening (La Fonte Village)
  Welcome aperitif to kick off the festival
  Free event
• 21:00-23:00: Movie Night Patagonia (Location to be confirmed)
  Screening of Patagonia's new video production
  Free event

Saturday, March 7, 2026

• 8:00-16:00: Skimo Pro Peak (Forni Area / Local Summit)
  Exclusive experience towards one of the most beautiful local peaks (chosen by the Guides based on conditions). Requires excellent physical shape and autonomous management of the alpine environment. Dedicated briefing the evening before and sustainable logistics to the Forni area.
  Level: Expert (>1500 D+) - Duration: 8 hours
  Price: € 150.00
  
• 9:00-16:00: Skimo Challenge (S. Caterina Valfurva)
  Technical challenge with significant elevation gain towards higher altitudes: requires good physical preparation and autonomy in fundamentals. Itinerary selected by the Guides based on conditions.
  Level: Challenging (1500 D+)
  Duration: 6-7 hours
  Price: € 90.00
• 9:00-13:00: Skimo Discovery (Stelvio National Park Location)
  Sport and nature accompanied by a Mountain Guide and a naturalistic guide to explore the landscapes of the Stelvio National Park: observation of the territory and environmental reading in winter.
  Level: Easy (500 D+)
  Duration: 3-4 hours
  Price: € 50.00
• 10:00-15:00: Skimo Adventure (S. Caterina Valfurva)
  Panoramic and satisfying excursion on broader itineraries. For those with basic experience who wish to test their endurance and rhythm management.
  Level: Intermediate (1000 D+)
  Duration: 4-5 hours
  Price: € 60.00
• 10:00-14:00: Skimo Easy (S. Caterina Valfurva)
  Pleasant excursion to approach ski mountaineering with a steady pace and educational stops. Ideal as a first outing, with limited elevation gain and timely return.
  Level: Easy (500 D+)
  Duration: 3-4 hours
  Price: € 40.00
• 10:00 and 14:00: Skimo School First Steps (S. Caterina Valfurva)
  The first basics of ski mountaineering with a Mountain Guide: you will learn equipment setup, progression technique, and initial safety tips. A 2-hour experience in the equipped school field, ideal for beginners starting from scratch.
  Level: Absolute beginner
  Duration: 2 hours
  Price: € 20.00
• 18:00-20:00: Chillout Evening & Relay (La Fonte Village)
  Relaxing evening with arrival and awards for Skimo Fun Relay
• 20:00-21:00: Skimo Music Evening (Location to be defined)
  Live music evening to celebrate the day in style
• 22:00-1:00 Skimo Party (Ristorante Terraza)
  Music and fun until late at night

Sunday, March 8, 2025

• 8:00-15:00: Skimo Challenge (S. Caterina Valfurva)
  Technical challenge with significant elevation gain towards higher altitudes: requires good physical preparation and autonomy in fundamentals. Itinerary selected by the Guides based on conditions.
  Level: Challenging (1500 D+)
  Duration: 6-7 hours
  Price: € 90.00
• 9:00-14:00: Skimo Adventure (S. Caterina Valfurva)
  Panoramic and satisfying excursion on broader itineraries. For those with basic experience who wish to test their endurance and rhythm management.
  Level: Intermediate (1000 D+)
  Duration: 4-5 hours
  Price: € 60.00
• 9:00-13:00: Skimo Discovery (Stelvio National Park Location)
  Sport and nature accompanied by a Mountain Guide and a naturalistic guide to explore the landscapes of the Stelvio National Park: observation of the territory and environmental reading in winter.
  Level: Easy (500 D+)
  Duration: 3-4 hours
  Price: € 50.00
• 9:00-13:00: Skimo Easy (S. Caterina Valfurva)
  Pleasant excursion to approach ski mountaineering with a steady pace and educational stops. Ideal as a first outing, with limited elevation gain and timely return.
  Level: Easy (500 D+)
  Duration: 3-4 hours
  Price: € 40.00