Cascate del Varone
Riva del Garda, Italy
A waterfall plunging into a narrow limestone gorge just above Lake Garda, reached by walkways bolted to the rock. Expect spray and a cool, damp air, so bring a light jacket even on hot days.
The Varone Waterfall plunges into an almost 100 m deep vertical gorge near Tenno, about 3 km from Riva del Garda. The gorge was carved out of the limestone by water erosion over some 20,000 years. The fall itself measures roughly 40 m in its lower section. The site opened to visitors on 20 June 1874, with walkways and steps making it accessible. The monumental entrance building, however, was designed only in the early 20th century by the architect Giancarlo Maroni.
The paths link two grottoes, and more than 100 steps lead up to the upper one. There is also a terraced botanical garden. Allow about an hour for the full circuit. The site is open almost all year round, although opening times change with the season. Free parking is available for cars and coaches.
- Nearest town
- Riva del Garda, Italy
- Category
- Nature & parks
- GPS
- 45.8883, 10.8317
Hours, fees and access change. Confirm with the operator or park before you go.
Good to know
Best time to go
The most pleasant months are usually May–September. Still fine, with some compromises, in October. Cold, short days in December–February. (Estimate from long-term temperature averages, terrain and pass seasons)
Getting there
- Italy: Motorway tolls. Tolls on most autostrade; pay at the barrier by card or cash. Motorway limit for cars: 130 km/h.
Nearby
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Campsites nearby
- Camping BavariaCampsite2 km from Cascate del Varone · 73 pitchesTentsCaravansMotorhomesElectricityDrinking waterShowersToiletsWaste disposal
- Camping Al LagoCampsite2 km from Cascate del VaroneTentsCaravansMotorhomesElectricityWaste disposalDogs allowedWi-Fi
- Area Sosta Camper BrioneMotorhome stopover2 km from Cascate del VaroneMotorhomesDrinking waterShowersToiletsWaste disposalDogs allowed
- Verdepiano Bed & CampingCampsite3 km from Cascate del VaroneTentsCaravansElectricityDrinking waterShowersToiletsWaste disposal
- Campeggio MaroadiCampsite3 km from Cascate del VaroneTentsCaravansMotorhomesElectricityDrinking waterShowersToiletsWaste disposalDogs allowed
- Arco LidoCampsite3 km from Cascate del Varone · 169 pitchesTentsCaravansMotorhomesElectricityDogs allowedWi-Fi
All campsites in Italy · Campsite data: © OpenStreetMap contributors, ODbL 1.0 · Updated October 3, 2026
FAQs
Where is Cascate del Varone?
Cascate del Varone is in Riva del Garda, Italy, at GPS 45.8883, 10.8317. It is about 9 km from Limone sul Garda.
Can you camp near Cascate del Varone?
Yes. The nearest campsite listed in OpenStreetMap is Camping Bavaria, about 2 km away; within 25 km there are 79 campsites and motorhome stopovers.
What is there to see near Cascate del Varone?
Places worth a stop nearby: Monte Baldo cable car (14 km), Lago di Molveno (30 km), Nardis waterfall (34 km) and Naquane rock art park (41 km).
When is the best time to visit Cascate del Varone?
The most pleasant months are usually May–September. Still fine, with some compromises, in October. (Estimate from long-term temperature averages, terrain and pass seasons)