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Occitan experiences
Tales of trekking, ski mountaineering, climbing and snowshoeing in the Maira Valley
Tales from the Rocks
One step after another
It still snows in the Maira Valley
The project
The Occitan Experiences are a proposal dedicated to mountain lovers who wish to consciously and with respect for the places they cross. The project plans to narrate the territory of the Maira Valley – one of the most evocative and uncontaminated corners of the Alps – through the experiences of ordinary people who have chosen to cross it and get to know it by walking, skiing or climbing. Discovering a world that has been able to resist mass tourism by preserving its environment and cultural traditions.
Snowshoes
Anchues din la neu / Anchovies under the snow
Monica and Carlotta, mother and daughter originally from Romagna, decide to set off to discover the Maira Valley in its winter guise. It is a region they do not yet know, but one that fascinates them because of an ancient tradition: that of the acciugai, the travelling anchovy sellers who, for centuries, connected the mountains and plains of Piedmont to the Mediterranean coast. Thus they embark on a journey through snow-covered landscapes and stories of a past that still lives on in the memory and culinary tradition of the valley.
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Climbing
Storios ‘d rocho / Tales from the Rocks
Every wall and every route has a story written by the people who opened, explored and walked it. Through the testimony of some of the greatest climbers in the area, Claudia and Christian have discovered the vertical dimension of a valley capable of offering unusual holds and lines. With the extraordinary participation of Sergio Savio.
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Trekking
Un pas après a l’autre / One step after another
A young woman decides to leave the city behind to treat herself to a solitary adventure in the midst of nature. . A journey that will lead her to explore Valle Maira at a leisurely pace, from the valley's forests to the highest peaks, fully enjoying the pleasures and flavors of Occitan hospitality.
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Ski touring
Charamaio mai en Val Mairo / It still snows in Maira Valley
Four friends decide to embark on a new adventure in an unfamiliar territory. In a snow-scarce winter, Valle Maira rewards them with an unforgettable snowfall and the magic and silence that only certain places can provide.
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MTB
Tales on the Pedals
In June 2026, filming will take place on the new episode dedicated to mountain biking, a sporting but also cultural experience along the trails and ancient military roads that make it possible to cross the entire valley.
For this episode, we are looking for protagonists with excellent mountain biking experience, ready to embark on a challenging and unforgettable journey. If you are interested, please write to us by 11/01/2026 at info@esperienzeoccitane.it, attaching a presentation of yourself, some photos, and a brief CV of similar experiences.
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