Here is the perfect spot for stargazing.
Without intrusive light from towns or street lights, the sky over the Valle Maira reveals itself in all its splendour: the Milky Way, shooting stars, planets – everything suddenly feels very close.
💡 What is light pollution?
Artificial light that shines into the sky outshines the stars. It disturbs nocturnal animals and our sleep patterns – and robs us of the age-old experience of a true night sky.
In Europe’s big cities, only a few hundred stars are often visible. Here in the Valle Maira it can be more than 2,000 – with the naked eye.
🌍 Why is this important?
– Less light means more habitat for animals such as bats, moths and owls.
– Darkness strengthens our sleep rhythm and encourages stillness.
– And: those who see the night sky tend to see the world more consciously by day.
👉 Our tip:
Grab a sleeping mat, switch your phone off – and simply look.
Current stargazing tours and events can be found on Guestnet.
A dark sky is rare these days.
And perhaps that is why what you see here may just be the brightest experience of your day.