Cascate del Varone, Natural waterfall in Tenno, Italy
Cascate del Varone is a waterfall system plunging through a limestone gorge with water thundering down steep rock faces. The cascade has carved natural observation caves at different heights, offering visitors close-up views of the water's power and the surrounding rock formations.
The waterfall became accessible to visitors starting in 1874, marking the beginning of tourism at this location. Since then it has developed into an established destination that continues to draw people to the area.
The falls attract visitors from across the region who come to witness the raw power of the water and experience the dramatic rocky setting. The site draws people seeking to connect with nature and observe one of the area's most powerful natural forces.
The site has parking, picnic areas, and marked paths leading to several viewpoints at different elevations. Wear sturdy shoes, as pathways can be slippery near the observation caves, especially when water spray creates wet conditions.
Underground springs feeding from Lake Tenno supply the water that becomes this waterfall after traveling through the mountain's interior. This hidden source keeps the water unusually cool and creates a quiet, serene quality to the flow that sets it apart from typical surface-fed cascades.
Location: Tenno
Height: 100 m
Address: Località le Foci 3, 38060 Tenno (TN)
Phone: +390464521421
Email: info@cascata-varone.com
Website: https://cascata-varone.com
GPS coordinates: 45.91137,10.83386
Latest update: December 7, 2025 20:42
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