Masera  |  02-09 August 2025
Frequently Asked Questions

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02-09 August 2025, Masera

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Frequently Asked Questions

  1. What level of experience is required to participate at the RIC?
  • RIC is a sports event for autonomous canyoneers who must have the technical knowledge and skills to descend the canyons in Val D’Ossola. On the canyon guide you will find the difficulty levels of the canyon.
  1. Will the RIC organization provide any technical equipment?
  • No, you need to carry your personal protection equipment as in any other canyon expedition.
  • Collective gear.  It is necessary that each group or individual carry their own ropes, self-rescue equipment and any other gear you consider necessary for sport descents.  RIC organization will not provide any ropes.  Although the canyons are properly equipped for sport descents, so we recommend to bring your rope protection devices to use if you consider necessary at some point. We also recommend to bring your individual and/or collective first aid kit as in any other sport descent.  In case you don’t want to travel with your first aid kit or you forget something you can find drug stores in Val D’Ossola.
  1. Can I buy technical equipment at Val D’Ossola?
  • There are no specialized stores in Val D’Ossola, however some shops will be present in the meeting area.
  1. How thick my canyoning wetsuit should be?
  • We recommend to wear complete 5 mm wetsuit and any windbreaker jacket you use for canyoning
  1. How the weather is expected to be on August at Val D’Ossola?
  • You can expect warm weather at Val D’Ossola in August, with temperatures from 15-20°C at night to maximum 24-28°C at noon. It can be rainy or storm so please consider appropriate clothes. In the canyons the water is cold, from 6 to 12°C.
  1. What security measures is the RIC organization considering?
  • RIC organization will provide information but it is responsibility of the participants to hire a proper insurance.
  • CNSAS  will be assisting during the event.
  • RIC organization will be available everyday at the venue to provide any information about the canyons and safety recommendations.
  • In Italy the emergency medical service is active at the unique number 112
  1. Is there any age restriction for the RIC?
  • Participants under 18 years old (Italian legal age) must be accompanied by a parent.
  1. How can I know the difficulty level for each canyon?
  • You can find the information about the canyons in the canyon guide
  1. Can I find a beginner’s course at the RIC?
  • As part of the RIC there will be technical talks and workshops, but this should not be considered as a course nor training.  Please keep in mind that RIC is organized for autonomous canyoneers.
  1. Is there going to be food available at the RIC venue or should I bring my own?
  • At the RIC venue you will find a coffee shop and bar.  You can find several restaurants, markets and stores at Masera or Val D’Ossola.  Some lodging alternatives as cabins or bed and breakfasts are equipped with kitchens so you can also prepare your own food.
  1. How much does everyday food would cost in Val D’Ossola?
  • You can find a complete lunch or dinner between 15 to 40 euros.
  1. What services will be available at the camping area?
  • WC
  • Shower with hot water
  • Rest area
  • Tent camp
  • Parking
  1. What will the lodging situation be like close to the venue?
  • You can find all necessary information in this link.
  1. How can I get from Milan airport to Val D’Ossola?
  • You can find all necessary information in this link.
  1. Is there mobile or internet service at the venue?
  • Yes, Val D’Ossola and RIC Venue have mobile and internet service. There is limited or no signal in the canyons.
  1. Can I buy a local chip to have internet service?
  • If you are traveling from another country you may have roaming service, but to avoid paying high roaming fees, you can purchase a local SIM card. We recommend that you check the compatibility of your mobile device.
  1. What kind of power plugs are available in Val D’Ossola?
  • Italian common power is 220V, frequency 50 Hz.  If you are visiting from the rest of the world we recommend to bring your adapter (not available in the RIC Site). You can find adaptors at Airport or in Domodossola.
  1. Do I need to bring cash? Where can I buy european Euro?
  • Please consider that local food suppliers don’t necessarily have card terminals so we recommend you bring cash.
  1. Where can I buy European EURO?
  • In val d’ossola there are many banks where you can exchange into euros
  1. Do I need to rent a car?
  • If you don’t have our car and want to have free mobility from your lodging to the RIC facilities and to the canyons you have to rent a car. Most of the canyons are accessible in any car.  You can rent a car at any airport you arrive.
  1. Is my driver license valid in Italy?
  • Yes, you can use your country drivers license in Italy and it will be accepted in case you rent a car, but we recommend to check the requirements of each rental company.
  1. If I go less days, can you reduce the registration fee?
  • No. The RIC brings together a large number of participants, who make a personal effort to attend every day of the event, so we decided not to offer packages for fewer days. You can go for less days but the entrance fee will be the same as any other participant.
  1. Does the organization provide transportation from the capital of the country to the event venue?
  • No. The organization will not provide transportation from Milan or any other capital city. In the Travel information section you can find indications to facilitate your transportation in an easy and safe way.

The information presented is a support material for the visitor, and has been compiled with the objective of helping them to plan their trip.
Please see terms and conditions of the event.

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