Il Volo del Dahu Zipline at Pomaretto

Il Volo del Dahu is a long zipline crossing the Germanasca Valley at Pomaretto, about 42 km from Turin in the Piedmont region of northern Italy. The flight covers 750 metres across the valley at speeds of up to 120 km/h, making it one of the more dramatic adventure attractions in the Waldensian valleys west of Pinerolo. Tickets are sold through the Freedome booking platform at freedome.it from EUR 30 (about USD 35) per person. Participants check in at the ticket office in Pomaretto 30 minutes before the booked slot; a shuttle then carries the group to the launch area, followed by a short walk on a dirt path from the shuttle drop-off. The whole experience lasts about 45 minutes. No technical skill is required, since the flight is a passive ride suspended in a harness, but participants need to be comfortable with heights and speed, able to walk a short uneven path and within the weight and age limits set by the operator, which should be confirmed when booking. The harness and helmet are provided, while participants wear closed sturdy shoes and comfortable clothing, and tie back long hair with a hair tie. Staff fit the harness, check connections and give a briefing on body position and the landing procedure before each launch, and the line uses standard braking systems at the arrival platform. If a rider stops short, staff are trained to retrieve them, and the valley road allows evacuation by vehicle. The operator should be consulted for certification details on the booking page. The attraction is seasonal, with 2026 dates to be confirmed at booking; May to October is the best window, with dry paths and good visibility over the valley. High wind, thunderstorms and snow or ice can close the line, so flexible booking is advisable. Loose items such as phones and sunglasses should be secured or left behind.