The impressive suspension bridges of the Canyon Rio Sass in Fondo, a village of the Val di Non, are a true highlight
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The path to the Rio Sass Canyon is accessible since 2001 and starts in the village of Fondo. The route leads deep into the canyon and across suspension bridges and iron stairs high above the Rio Sass river, which merges into the Novella stream before flowing into the artificial lake of S. Giustina.
During this trip you can admire the uncontaminated nature of this area: impressive rocky mountain walls, burrows, caves, gorges, waterfalls, as well as fossils, stalagmites, stalactites and a rich vegetation including dense forests, moss and red and green algae on shadowy rocks. "Bagni di Fondo", a former ancient thermal complex currently out of use, is the final destination of the adventure. Once there, you can return to the starting point along the same path.
This itinerary with a difference in altitude of 145 m and a total of 1,200 steps, can be covered in a two hour walk and is accessible only with a guide. Please note that there are some overhanging sections and narrow spots between rocky cliffs. Before starting this trip, you will be provided with a safety helmet.
New: A recently installed lighting system allows you to visit the Rio Sass Canyon even at night!
In November the guided evening tours take place only on Saturday evenings (from 8.30 to 10 pm) prior reservation for groups of at least 8 - 10 people.
Contact info
- Piazza S. Giovanni, 9 - 38013 - Fondo (TN)
- Guided tours or visits upon reservation.
- +39 0463 850000
- smeraldo@fondo.it
Opening times
Guided tours are available every day (including public holidays) and bookable in advance by phone at the Cooperativa Smeraldo di Fondo.
Admission
€ 12.00: adults
€ 8.00: children (6-12 years)
€ 35.00: 2 adults + 2 children (6-12 years)
Free admission: children under 6 years
Evening tours
€ 15.00 per person for adults and teenagers aged 13 and more
€ 10.00 for children aged 6-12
Advance telephone reservation required (+39 0463 850000) before 4:30 pm of the day of your visit (on Sundays and public holidays before 12:00 pm)
Groups of at least 20/25 people:
€ 10.00: adults
€ 10.00: over 13
€ 8.00: children (6-12 years)
20% discount with Trentino Guest Card (valid also for evening tours)
Holders of the Vivicamper Card, the Mezzana Marilleva Estate Card and the South Tyrol Guest Pass (accomodations of Upper Val di Non) receive a discount of 1 euro on the standard tariff
More information
- It is mandatory to wear a helmet. Disinfected helmets and hairnets are provided by the staff on site. We recommend wearing a waterproof jacket, suitable footwear such as hiking boots and comfortable, warm clothing, as the temperatures drop considerably in some places.
- The route is suitable for everyone, but it is not recommended for children below three years old (who may be carried in a baby carrier), people with heart disease and those suffering from vertigo and claustrophobia.
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