Cascata dell'Alferello, Natural waterfall in Verghereto, Italy
The Alferello waterfall drops 32 meters over a sandstone limestone shelf, forming a shallow basin at its base in the Tuscan-Romagna Apennines.
Since the late 1940s, hydroelectric plants along the Alferello stream have supplied electrical power to the village of Alfero through constant water flow.
The waterfall has become a natural meeting point for local residents who gather during summer months to swim and cool off in its natural pools.
Visitors can reach the waterfall through a marked trail from Via del Lago in Alfero, with a 15-minute descent leading to the stream and cascade.
The geological formation of the Alferello stream differs from other Romagna Apennine waterways by featuring erratic boulders that create natural pools and water jumps.
Location: Verghereto
GPS coordinates: 43.85210,12.07334
Latest update: May 12, 2025 06:02
Italy offers many locations where one can swim in nature. From rock-carved basins to mountain lakes, hot springs, and secluded coves, the country is full of accessible water spots for those who enjoy swimming away from managed beaches. They can be found all over: in the Dolomite valleys, in the heart of Tuscany, on the coasts of Sardinia or Sicily. Some sites are accessible on foot after a short walk, others have been known to locals for a long time. The water can be icy or warm depending on the region, but it is always surrounded by scenic landscapes. These natural pools are often quiet places where people come to relax, have picnics, or simply enjoy the scenery. They reveal another aspect of Italy, one that is more straightforward and closer to nature.
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