{"id":1091,"date":"2025-07-15T16:11:28","date_gmt":"2025-07-15T14:11:28","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.bergamobytuktuk.com\/?post_type=racconti_di_viaggio&p=1091"},"modified":"2025-07-15T16:11:28","modified_gmt":"2025-07-15T14:11:28","slug":"serio-waterfalls-visiting-the-highest-in-italy","status":"publish","type":"racconti_di_viaggio","link":"https:\/\/www.bergamobytuktuk.com\/en\/travel-stories\/serio-waterfalls-visiting-the-highest-in-italy\/","title":{"rendered":"The Serio Waterfalls: visiting the highest waterfalls in Italy"},"content":{"rendered":"

The Serio Waterfalls<\/strong> are one of the most spectacular natural phenomena in Lombardy and in the entire Italian territory. Located in the picturesque Seriana Valley<\/strong>, these magnificent waterfalls offer an unforgettable show that every year attracts thousands of visitors from all over Italy and abroad.<\/p>\n

Their peculiarity is that they are only visible on special occasions<\/strong>, as the artificial dam owned by Enel Energia<\/strong> is only opened on certain dates, in order to allow the Serio river to create this extraordinary natural phenomenon.<\/p>\n

Their beauty has also been captured on film, with the shooting of Luca Guadagnino’s famous film \u201cCall Me By Your Name\u201d<\/strong>, helping to make them even more internationally famous.<\/p>\n

Where are the Serio Waterfalls?<\/h2>\n

The Serio Waterfalls are located in the municipality of Valbondione<\/strong>, in Alta Val Seriana, province of Bergamo. More precisely, they are located in the Maslana basin<\/strong>, a natural environment of extraordinary beauty surrounded by the highest peaks of the Orobic Alps and dense alpine forests.<\/p>\n

The waterfalls form at an altitude of about 1,750 metres<\/strong>, a few kilometres after the source of the Serio river. Their privileged position makes them an exceptional scenic viewpoint, from which you can admire not only the power of the water but also a breathtaking mountain landscape.<\/p>\n

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Alta Val Seriana – Valbondione<\/p><\/div>\n

How to get to the Serio Waterfalls<\/h2>\n

The starting point for reaching the Serio Waterfalls is the centre of Valbondione<\/strong>. If you arrive by car, you must follow the state road that leads to Val Seriana until you reach this characteristic mountain village.<\/p>\n

From the centre of the village, follow the signs to the Rifugio Cur\u00f2<\/strong>, starting from Via Cur\u00f2<\/strong>. The path is well signposted and it is the main route to the waterfalls.<\/p>\n

For those who use public transport, it is possible to reach Valbondione by regular buses<\/strong> that leave from Bergamo and go to the Seriana Valley. On the days the waterfalls are open, additional transport services are often activated.<\/p>\n

How high are the Serio Waterfalls?<\/h2>\n

The Serio Waterfalls are the highest in Italy, with a drop of 315 metres divided into three sections<\/strong>. They are also the second highest waterfalls in Europe. Their impressive height makes them a truly unique natural phenomenon in Italy.<\/p>\n

The three sections that make up the waterfalls create a spectacular scenic effect: the water plunges from the Barbellino dam<\/strong> through several waterfalls or natural jumps, creating light shows and reflections that change depending on the time of day and weather conditions.<\/p>\n

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Lake Barbellino<\/p><\/div>\n

How long do you have to walk to see the Serio Waterfalls?<\/h2>\n

It takes about 1 hour \/ 1 hour and 30 minutes on foot<\/strong> to reach the waterfall viewing point, with an elevation gain of 400 metres<\/strong>. The trail is of medium difficulty and well signposted, suitable for hikers with normal physical condition.<\/p>\n

There are three CAI trails<\/strong> to reach them: 305, 306 (daytime only) and 332<\/strong>.<\/p>\n

The waterfalls can be admired from the Grandi Macigni<\/strong> area, without having to continue on to Rifugio Cur\u00f2. For those who want a different scenic point, on the left there is a detour to Maslana \u2013 Maslana Flora and Fauna Observatory<\/strong>.<\/p>\n

The itinerary winds through<\/strong>:<\/p>\n