Varone Waterfall
Cascata del Varone
A limestone gorge waterfall about 98 m high on the northern outskirts of Riva, where visitors walk into a dark cave to watch water pour down from overhead.
The Varone Waterfall was carved by water seeping down from Lake Tenno. In a narrow gorge, the water drops nearly 100 m. The visit follows two routes, the "Lower Cave" and the "Upper Cave," with walkways leading deep into the damp gorge, where mist fills the air and the sound is overwhelming. Bring a waterproof jacket. There is a botanical garden at the entrance. Admission costs about €7, and the visit takes about 40 minutes in total. It is about 3 km from central Riva and can be reached on foot, by bike, or on local bus. It pairs well with Lake Tenno and the village of Tenno.
Opening hours
Approx. 09:00–18:00 (extended in summer, shorter in winter)
Nearby sights
- Riva del Garda
- Lake Tenno
- Arco Castle
- Lake Ledro & Pile Dwelling Museum
- Lake Toblino & Castle
- Bell of the Fallen (Maria Dolens)
- Monte Bondone
- MART – Museum of Modern and Contemporary Art