Where is the meeting point?

Meet at Passo Fedaia, at Bar Diga (Bar Diga meeting point as listed); check your booking confirmation for the exact start time.

Is the apericena and telescope viewing included?

The program includes an apericena at Bar Diga and a telescope session with Valentino when weather and visibility allow; telescope viewing is weather-dependent.

What is the minimum age to participate?

Minimum age is 10 years old; participants should be comfortable walking on snow for extended periods.

Are technical mountaineering skills required?

No technical skills are required—this is a guided snowshoe walk suitable for non-technical hikers; guides will cover basic winter-hiking techniques.

What should I wear and bring?

Wear insulated, waterproof boots, layered clothing, warm gloves and hat, and bring a headlamp with red mode; poles and gaiters are recommended.

What if the weather is poor?

Inclement weather may limit telescope viewing or force route changes; guides prioritize safety and may alter or cancel the outing—confirm policies with the operator.

Full-Moon Snowshoe on Marmolada: Night Trek, Apericena & Telescope at Passo Fedaia | Guided Tour | Hiking

On clear winter nights a full moon transforms the face of the Marmolada, and the Ciaspolata notturna con la luna piena invites travelers to walk that light. This guided evening snowshoe trek runs from Passo Fedaia at Bar Diga, in Rocca Pietore, Veneto, beneath the soaring east face of the Marmolada—the highest peak in the Dolomites and home to the Marmolada Glacier. Over roughly 1.5 hours of deliberate, quiet hiking on compacted snow, UIAGM mountain guides lead small groups across open snowfields and moraine ridges so the moon reveals the sculpted dolomite cliffs and glacier seracs as if backlit by theater lights.

The outing is four hours total, timed to let winter sky and alpine silence do the heavy lifting: ascent under moonlight, an apericena at Bar Diga on return, then stargazing through a telescope with Valentino when weather allows. The route highlights are stark and geological—pale dolomite towers, glacial ice, the concrete curve of the Fedaia dam and the black glass of Lago Fedaia. You’ll notice the contrast between the brittle, reef-like dolomite rock and the soft accumulations of snow that shape unusual cornices and wind-carved drifts.

This is a low-impact, easy-level experience tailored for walkers comfortable on uneven snowy terrain rather than technical climbers; children ten and older can join. Guides carry basic safety gear and teach simple winter-hiking techniques while sharing local history: Marmolada’s wartime tunnels and corridors mark a hard chapter from World War I, and the Dolomites’ designation as a UNESCO World Heritage Site (2009) underscores the global significance of these rock forms.

Because Passo Fedaia sits above most valley lights, the sky here is darker than many nearby basins, which sharpens moonlit contrasts and improves telescope views when clouds cooperate. Guides emphasize low-impact travel and group safety: routes avoid fragile vegetation and unstable cornices, and pace is set so everyone can savor the walk and the conversation at the rifugio. For travelers staying in Canazei or Arabba, this compact evening offers geology, night-sky viewing, and Alpine hospitality in a single winter outing memorable.

Why book it? The night changes everything—familiar summits become graphic, the glacier reads like a map of climate history, and the social warmth of apericena after exertion turns strangers into companions. Practical details are straightforward: meet at Passo Fedaia, Bar Diga; expect around 1.5 hours of walking, total duration near four hours, and a minimum group size. Bring layered insulation, a headlamp with a red mode, warm boots, and a spirit for slow exploration.

This experience stands out for pairing straightforward mountain travel with astronomy and local storytelling, all beneath one of the Dolomites’ most dramatic peaks. It’s a compact, credible way to see Marmolada by moonlight—quiet, luminous, and sharply memorable.

About Sport Check Point

Sport Check Point connects outdoor enthusiasts with guided activities across Val di Fassa and the Dolomites.
The company offers a wide range of seasonal experiences including guided treks, e-bike and mountain bike tours, rock climbing introductions, via ferrata outings, botanical foraging walks, family days, photography workshops, cheese-making labs, sunrise hikes, and dog-friendly treks led by mountain guides and canine educators.
Each activity lists clear objectives, meeting points, and experienced guides familiar with local trails, safety protocols, and Ladin cultural sites such as the Museo Ladino.
Sport Check Point partners with certified Alpine Guides and local experts to deliver instruction, route planning, and safety oversight.
Group sizes vary by activity to maintain quality and attention, with family-oriented options and children’s climbing introductions designed for younger participants. Equipment policies are explicit for different trips, and many tours include stops at local farms, refuges, or historical museums to highlight regional traditions and produce.
Guests can choose from single-day excursions, skill-building clinics, seasonal snowshoeing (ciaspolata) evenings, and full-day enduro rides. The portfolio includes experiences tailored to photographers, naturalists, families, and riders seeking technique coaching. Booking information, availability, and trip descriptions are published through activity listings, and guides provide interpretive commentary on alpine flora, fauna, and geology.
Sport Check Point emphasizes safe, responsible exploration of mountain environments while showcasing local culture, making it a reliable provider of guided outdoor experiences in the Fassa valley and nearby Dolomite peaks.

Customer safety and clear communication remain central values for all guided and family-oriented programs in every season.

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