Trekking in Campione del Garda - scenic trails on Lake Garda
Campione del Garda

Trekking

Scenic trails between lake and mountains

Trails Between History and Nature

In and around Campione del Garda you'll find routes for every level of hiker. From short, flat paths suitable for families to moderate loop trails and more demanding routes for experienced trekkers.

The trails offer spectacular natural scenery and pass through places of great scenic and historical interest. Walking these paths is like stepping back in time: the "workers' trails" once connected the hillside villages to the Feltrinelli cotton mill.

Scenic trail in Campione del Garda with a view over Lake Garda View from the Strada della Forra towards Campione del Garda

Routes for Every Level

Easy

Scenic walks suitable for families, such as the Campione waterfall (20-30 min) or the old Gardesana road

Moderate

Loops with moderate elevation gain (400-940 m), such as the Campione-Pieve loop (4 hours, 7-8 km)

Difficult

EE expert routes with exposed and equipped sections, such as Trail 141

Main Trails

Marked trails in the Alto Garda Park

Trail Difficulty
Cascata di Campione Easy
Vecchia Gardesana Easy
Anello Campione - Pieve Moderate
Anello Campione - Prabione Moderate
Monte Bestone Easy
Sentiero 141 (EE) Hard

Points of Interest

Cascata di Campione

Hidden oasis with a natural pool, reachable in 20 minutes from the square

Terrazza del Brivido

Panoramic balcony in Pieve, 350 metres straight above the lake

Orrido di San Michele

Spectacular gorge with stairways carved into the rock and suspension bridges

Monte Bestone

Panoramic peak (917 m) with views over the entire upper Lake Garda

When to Go

Spring

Ideal season: water-rich waterfalls, mild temperatures

Summer

Prefer the cooler hours, many shaded sections in the gorges

Autumn

Colourful woods, fewer crowds, perfect weather

Winter

Clear views, watch out for slippery ground

Safety Tips

  • Bring plenty of water, there are no springs along the trails
  • Trekking shoes with good grip
  • Poles recommended for steep routes
  • Check conditions after heavy rain
  • The times indicated do not include breaks

Practical Information

  • Well-maintained red-and-white CAI signage
  • Drinking fountains in Campione, Pregasio and Pieve
  • Bars and restaurants in Pieve and Campione
  • Parking available in the village

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