Safety Tips

• Choose routes based on your physical and technical abilities, gathering information about the area to visit, trail usability, and providing yourself with an appropriate trekking map.
• Wear clothing and equipment suitable for the effort and length of the hike and carry in your backpack what is needed for possible emergency situations and a first aid kit.
• It is advisable not to hike alone in the mountains. In any case, inform someone of the route you plan to take, and notify them upon your return.
• Check the weather forecast and constantly observe weather development.
• If in doubt, turn back. Sometimes it is better to give up rather than find yourself in difficulty due to bad weather or attempting difficulties beyond your strength, skills, or equipment.
• Avoid unnecessary deviations from the trail and shortcuts.
• All the listed routes take place in a natural environment. Hiking them means accepting the risk of practicing a sport in nature.

The information contained in this sheet is subject to unavoidable changes, so no indication has absolute value. It is not possible to avoid inaccuracies or errors entirely, considering the rapidity of environmental or weather changes that may occur. In this sense, we decline all responsibility for any changes suffered by the user. It is advisable, however, to ascertain before hiking the condition of the places and environmental or weather conditions.

We cross the colorful center of Riva del Garda until we reach the shores of the lake, then we walk along the shore, heading east, along a pedestrian path. Leaving the inhabited center, we lazily pass beaches and small bays; then, shortly after skirting the fortified battery of San Nicolò, we go around the southern spur of Monte Brione (in this section, it is important to remember that you are on a cycle-pedestrian path and it is therefore mandatory to give way to bicycles).  

After crossing the bridge over the Sarca river (which we saw originate in Val Genova, on the second stage), we quickly arrive at the charming center of Torbole; passing through Goethe square, we notice a plaque commemorating the stop of the great writer during his famous trip to Italy. 

We say goodbye to the lake and, climbing up, take path 601 (or the “Roman Path”), a paved pedestrian road running at the foot of a beautiful limestone cliff; at the top are some small houses clinging to the rock, whose view is impossible not to envy.  We pass through the center of Nago with a gentle climb. 

The main centers of Garda Trentino - Riva del Garda, Arco, Torbole sul Garda, Nago - are connected by several urban and suburban bus lines, which allow access to the trailheads.

Riva del Garda and Torbole sul Garda are also reachable with the public navigation service.

Updated information on schedules and routes.

 Discover how to reach Garda Trentino.

Parking near the old hospital of Riva (Via Rosmini) and the former cemetery (Viale Damiano Chiesa).

Paid parking: Roman Baths (Viale Roma), Old station (Largo Medaglie d’Oro), Ex-agriculture (Via Lutti), Ex-Cattoi area (Viale Rovereto).

Mountain hikes require specific clothing and equipment. Even for relatively short and easy outings, it is always better to be well equipped to avoid unpleasant surprises and to face unforeseen events such as a sudden storm or a drop in energy.

What to bring for a mountain trekking?

In the backpack (for a day hike, a 25/30L is usually recommended) it is good to bring: 

• water bottle (1L)
• snack (for example, dried fruit or chocolate)
• first aid kit
• windbreaker jacket
• a fleece sweater
• spare t-shirt and socks (preferably sealed in a plastic bag)
• worn or at least carried in the backpack a pair of long pants
• hat
• sunscreen
• sunglasses
• gloves
• whistle to be found in case of emergency

Wear footwear suitable for the route and the season. The ground of the trails can be uneven or rough and a pair of hiking boots will protect you from sprains. A grassy slope, a rock slab or a steep path, if wet, can become dangerous without proper footwear.

Finally... do not forget the camera! It will be useful to capture the hike and the countless breathtaking views that Garda Trentino hides around every corner. If you want to share your memories with us, you can use the hashtag #GardaTrentino

The emergency number is 112.