Snowshoes
Although snowshoes have long been used in areas with frequent snowfalls, they now represent an original opportunity for those who would never dare to put on skis, to plough through the white carpet that covers the landscape.
Snowshoes are platforms with a central frame on which the foot is supported for walking; its wide surface prevents the body from sinking into the snow. There are different types, which adapt to the conditions of each terrain; the latest models incorporate crampons that provide a strong grip on steep slopes as well as on ice.
Navarre offers unbeatable terrain for expeditions with snowshoes, which enable you to enjoy the impressive winter landscapes and the most secluded places. The wildest areas of the western Pyrenees and the gentler contours of Aralar and Urbasa combine harmoniously to offer the visitor pretty and varied itineraries, which can be accessed thanks to a simple and safe means of travel, suitable for all.
Although this can be done on alternative, off-piste tracks, there are two cross-country skiing stations, at Larra-Belagua and at Abodi, where short, fully-equipped circuits are available. If you do not have your own snowshoes, it is possible to take part in this activity with a specialist company. Learning how to do it is quick, the difficulty is minimal and enjoyment is guaranteed.
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