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• Italy's answer to the Great Wall of China: 1,242 miles of stone supports the vineyard terraces on the southern-facing slopes of the Middle Valtellina. Paola Pizzini (39-329/005-2523) organizes guided walks.
• During the Festival of Crotti (September 9-11; 39-0342/601-140), locals serve wine and food in Chiavenna's many stone caves.
• A secret bathing spot is La Pozza, a thermal pool on the road from Bormio to Isolaccia. To find it, follow the path next to the waterfall below the Hotel Bagni Vecchi.
• The mountains of Valchiavenna are perfect for hiking or canyoneering. The outfitter of choice: Italy's first female Alpine guide, Renata Rossi (39-333/190-5081).
• Extreme skier Marco Confortola (39-339/729-4318) takes less-than-expert walkers on gentle excursions through the shady larch woods near Bormio.
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