Day excursionSappada

Epiphany Snowshoe Hike and Nativity Scene Tour in Sappada

6 January 2027

On the snow of Sappada, amid enchanting landscapes and ancient traditions

Duration1 day

Group20–50 pax

LevelEasy

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From75 €

Available dates

When to depart

All departures are confirmed once the minimum number of participants is reached. For changes and cancellations, please see the general terms and conditions.

Pick-up stops

06:30
TRIESTE - Stazione ferroviaria
07:00
REDIPUGLIA - RONCHI DEI LEGIONARI - Uscita Casello - Hotel Major
07:20
PALMANOVA - Uscita Casello autostradale rotonda Supermercato ALDI
07:45
UDINE - Piazzale XXVI Luglio – fermata bus lato Tempio Ossario

What makes it special

The highlights

The details that make the difference — the ones you'll talk about once you're back home.

Point 01

Guided snowshoe hike through the fir forests: A snow excursion with local instructors and equipment included (snowshoes and poles), from the centre of Sappada to the charming Ziegelhütte lake and the Digola Forest.

Point 02

Discovering Old Sappada: A guided afternoon walk through the historic hamlets (from Mühlbach to Cima Sappada) to admire the wooden Alpine architecture, with its typical houses built using the Blockbau technique

Point 03

The Magic of Open-Air Nativity Scenes: A unique route through the hamlets to admire the handcrafted nativity scenes made by the villagers.

Point 04

One of the most beautiful villages in Italy: An immersive experience of the ancient traditions, culture and unspoilt nature of Sappada (Plodn).

Point 05

Coach travel and convenient departures: Return transport by coach from Trieste, Redipuglia, Palmanova and Udine, with a Travel One tour escort for the whole day.

Point 06

Family-friendly prices: Complete package at € 75 for adults, € 45 for young people and € 20 for children (including coach, guide, equipment hire and insurance).

The journey

The story
we tell you

Departure from the designated points by coach bound for Sappada – Plodn, a charming Alpine village listed among the Most Beautiful Villages in Italy and boasting a rich heritage of traditions, culture and wooden architecture.

On arrival, snowshoe hire and meeting with the local instructors for a snow excursion through the stunning landscapes surrounding the village. The route will lead from the centre of Sappada to Ziegelhütte lake, a lovely artificial lake beyond the River Piave, along the Rio Storto, amid the fir forests of the Digola Forest and the slopes of Col dei Mughi. At the end of the snowshoe hike, return of the equipment and free time for lunch.

In the afternoon, a guided walk to discover Old Sappada, from the Mühlbach hamlet to Cima Sappada. Along the way you can admire the characteristic traditional wooden houses, built using the typical Blockbau technique, a testament to Sappada's ancient culture.

During the day you will also be able to admire the charming open-air nativity scenes, handcrafted by the locals and displayed in the various hamlets, which help to create an enchanting Christmas atmosphere. Around 16.30: departure for the return journey.

Dedicated assistanceTour OperatorMultilingual guides

Programme

The programme
of the day

Morning

Departure and snowshoe hike to Ziegelhütte lake

Sappada

Departure from the designated points by coach bound for Sappada – Plodn, a charming Alpine village listed among the Most Beautiful Villages in Italy and boasting a rich heritage of traditions, culture and wooden architecture. On arrival, snowshoe hire and meeting with the local instructors for a snow excursion through the stunning landscapes surrounding the village. The route will lead from the centre of Sappada to Ziegelhütte lake, a lovely artificial lake beyond the River Piave, along the Rio Storto, amid the fir forests of the Digola Forest and the slopes of Col dei Mughi. At the end of the snowshoe hike, return of the equipment and free time for lunch.

Afternoon

Old Sappada and nativity scenes tour

Sappada

In the afternoon, a guided walk to discover Old Sappada, from the Mühlbach hamlet to Cima Sappada. Along the way you can admire the characteristic traditional wooden houses, built using the typical Blockbau technique, a testament to Sappada's ancient culture. During the day you will also be able to admire the charming open-air nativity scenes, handcrafted by the locals and displayed in the various hamlets, which help to create an enchanting Christmas atmosphere. Around 16.30: departure for the return journey.

Evening