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Rafting
Rafting from Balmuccia to Varallo
The classic route for the baptism of rafting on the Sesia
The stretch of river that, for its technical and landscape qualities, has made the history of river sports in Valsesia.
Activity
Rafting
Period
April-July
Difficulty
easy-medium
Duration
4h (2 in water)
Departure
Balmuccia
Arrival
Varallo
Minimum age
12 years
Between Balmuccia and Varallo, the Sesia flows with great continuity and the riverbed is quite wide, which is why the rafting descent of this stretch of river has made it famous all over the world. Rafting is a fun activity suitable for everyone, from the most daring to the most timid; the only requirement is to know how to swim. However, it must be undertaken with the help of experienced instructors and the right equipment: wetsuit, life jacket, and helmet are usually provided by the schools operating in the Valsesia area.
The route from Balmuccia to Varallo is an exciting 10-kilometer stretch, with a succession of rapids that have become historic in the jargon of enthusiasts (Trancia, Slalom, Ubriaco, Igloo, etc.). They are adrenaline-pumping and breathtaking rapids that require concentration and strong paddling, always interspersed with calm ponds and relaxing stretches that allow for laughter, play, dives, and enjoying the landscape. The descent begins downstream from the infamous 'Rapid of Balmuccia', in a calm and very picturesque stretch of river that allows participants to familiarize themselves by practicing all the maneuvers explained previously on dry land by the guides. After about two hours, the descent concludes right at the beginning of the town of Varallo, in a calm water area that allows for comfortable disembarking on the shore.
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Safety in the mountains
Experiencing and living in the mountains requires caution, preparation, and experience. No activity, even the easiest one, should be taken for granted or improvised.
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