Nature park · Tenno
Parco Grotta Cascata Varone
A waterfall nearly 100 metres high that has carved a narrow gorge into the rock, just above Riva del Garda. Walkways and tunnels lead into the ravine, a few metres from the falling water, amid spray and roar. The visit is short but striking.
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Open from March to early November (in winter by group booking only). Reach it by car or bike from Riva del Garda in about ten minutes, or on foot in about an hour. The visit takes half an hour. The walkways are often wet, so closed shoes are better. It pairs well with the hamlet of Canale di Tenno and Lake Tenno.
Other attractions nearby: Gardaland, Gardaland SEA LIFE Aquarium, Parco Giardino Sigurtà
Common questions
How long does the visit to the Varone waterfall take?
About half an hour, to walk the walkways and tunnels cut into the rock to the viewpoints over the gorge.
Do you get wet during the visit?
A little spray near the waterfall is normal; you don't need a change of clothes, but closed shoes are more comfortable than sandals.
Is it open in winter?
The park is generally closed from early November to late February, opening only by booking for groups.
Updated Saturday, September 5