🌊 The Tuscia Waterfalls

Itineraries between secret waters, Etruscan gorges and nature trails

In the heart of Tuscia, a land of tuff, mysteries and ancient memories, silent waters flow that suddenly plunge into the void, creating waterfalls that seem painted by a divine brush. The waterfalls of the province of Viterbo are not just naturalistic destinations: they are portals to another time. Here trekking becomes a ritual, and the landscape becomes a narration.

I will now take you to the most beautiful waterfalls in Tuscia , one by one, with the routes to take on foot to reach them and truly experience them.

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Salabrone waterfall (Farnese)

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Lamone Forest Nature Reserve

A wild waterfall, nestled in one of the most mysterious forests of Lazio.

Route : start from the Selva del Lamone car park, following the CAI path no. 8 , about 600 metres long . The walk is easy, but the woods are thick and damp: trekking boots recommended.

Points of interest : mosses, lava rocks, branches intertwined like gothic cathedrals, absolute silence.

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Chia Waterfall Park (Soriano nel Cimino)

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Castello Ditch – Pasolini Tower

A magical place where water sculpts the stone and history inhabits every branch.

Route : from the ancient Chia mill, a hiking ring of about 4 km starts , among woods, waterfalls and archaeological remains.

Points of interest : the Pasolini Tower , three waterfalls on smooth basalt, the Etruscan Pyramid of Bomarzo not far away.

A spiritual excursion, rather than a tourist one.

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Infernaccio Waterfall

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Between Grotte Santo Stefano and Celleno

Hard to reach, impossible to forget.

Route : follow the course of the Rigo river on a 6-7 km round trip trek , on uneven terrain with no official signage. For expert hikers only.

Points of interest : copper-red rocks, sulfur in the air, no human noise. A journey into the underworld of Tuscia.

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Martelluzzo Waterfall (Vitorchiano)

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Archaeological area of Corviano

A hidden pearl along an archaeological ring between ravines, underground houses and necropolises.

Route : starts from the historic centre of Vitorchiano and follows a well-marked itinerary of approximately 5 km , there and back.

Points of interest : the waterfall, the ruins of an ancient mill, breathtaking views of the Viterbo peperino.

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Nepi Waterfalls: Cavaterra, Pizzo and Picchio

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In the heart of the village and along the aqueduct

Three waterfalls, three souls.

Route : starting from the Rocca dei Borgia, near the historic center, you can easily reach the three waterfalls with short and paved paths. Ideal for a 2 km urban -naturalistic walk .

Points of interest : the Cavaterra waterfall set among medieval ruins, the Roman aqueduct, the natural canyon of Picchio.

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Pellico Waterfall (Canino)

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Timone Ditch – Former Ironworks

A waterfall that tells the story of work.

Route : a short 1.5 km round trip trail , through cultivated fields and woods. Suitable for everyone.

Points of interest : the 8-meter waterfall, the ruins of a historic ironworks, agricultural silences.

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Strozzavolpe Waterfall

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Upper Tuscia – Fiora River

Fascinating name for a mysterious waterfall, surrounded by rock hermitages and forgotten stories.

Route : hiking trail of about 6 km along the Fiora, between unspoiled nature and cliffs.

Points of interest : caves carved into the rock, harsh and solemn landscapes. Legendary atmospheres.

🌲 Common Features

• Almost all the waterfalls are located in unique geological contexts , among volcanic gorges and ancient forests.

• Most of the routes are not suitable for wheelchairs or people with reduced mobility , with the exception of the Nepi waterfalls.

• The best months for hiking are April-June and September-October , when water is abundant and the trails are not too dry or muddy.

🧭 Travel Tips

• Always bring water , hiking shoes , a waterproof jacket and, if you want to take photographs, a tripod for long exposures.

• Some waterfalls, such as Infernaccio, are not marked on Google Maps : use reliable hiking maps or ask locals.

• Respecting nature is fundamental: do not leave waste, do not light fires and do not disturb the fauna.

🌈 Conclusion

The waterfalls of Tuscia are never banal. They ask you to walk, search, listen. They reward you with deep silences, mists that blur the contours, ancient freshness.

They are refuges of the soul , perfect for those seeking a space of truth, far from loud tourism and beaten paths.

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