About us


We are....

.... GranParadiso Explorers and together a team which is supporting well each other in their main focuses:
Claudia & Alberto:
We have more than ten years of experience with our profession as a guide. We like to share our passion for the mountain sports and to offer a possibilty to introduce the children in this fascinating world of the mountains and activitys there.
Claudia Knoll:
Claudia Knoll Gran Paradiso Explorers

The mountains - Could i imagine my life without? - Would be difficult!

As long i can remember, there is a connection and a attraction, sometimes more sometimes less. Even when i was arround for travelling, there was always a activity in the mountains conected with. Now i'm living in Cogne and i discover more and more this incredible beautiful mountain scenery.

My passion is mountain biking: pedaling up with my own energy, sometimes also in addition with carrying up my bike to a summit or a ridge, this is conected for me to enjoy and have the complete downhill experience!

In addition to this, i'm also thankful for the possibilty which is given to me, to go for skitouring, climbing or mountaineering. But always important for me is to be respectful with the nature, the other alpinists and try to enjoy the mountains in a basical way!

My professions: Certified Mountainbike Guide and Outdoor Education Guide (Certificated in Germany)

My languages: German, English and Italian

Alberto Silvestri:
Alberto Silvestri Gran Paradiso Explorers

The mountains - here, i was crowing up!

In the Valley of Aosta, first in Gressoney, then i moved to Cogne.


Climbing is my passion at all! In winter is it ice climbing, in summer is it rock climbing. But also with skis, at mountaineering tours or with the mountain bike, i enjoy the whole year in the mountains!


My profession: I have been working as a mountain guide (UIAGM / IFMGA) for over 10 years.

My languages: Italian, English and French

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