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Occitan experiences
Tales of trekking, ski mountaineering, climbing and snowshoeing in the Maira Valley
Tales from the Rocks
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.
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.
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.
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.
Snowshoes
Camin de nèu / Trails in the snow
A winter hiking experience along the paths and passes that have united the Occitan valleys and lands for centuries, making this territory a mosaic of histories and cultures. We are looking for protagonists to take part in this episode to be filmed in winter 2025. Are you interested? Send your application to info@esperienzeoccitane.it.
Online from autumn 2025
A project supported by
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