Easy trek in Arco’s Caproni Forest, near Lake Garda (Half-day)

Not far from the historic center of Arco, there’s a pristine forest with many interesting sites to discover. Hiking here makes a perfect half-day excursion for nature and history lovers, and it’s great for the whole family.

Leaving from Arco, we’ll pass the olive groves of S. Martino and famous Massone Policromuro cliff, where climbers can be observed. Then we’ll visit quarries of oolite, a soft sedimentary rock that was once a preferred medium for sculptors.

Inside the forest we’ll be surrounded by majestic oak trees. Here the oolite quarries are even larger and more elaborate. We’ll pay a visit to the “dorso di balena,”or “whale’s back” formation, and to trenches from WWI. You’ll be happy to have a knowledgeable guide to tell you about the forest’s fascinating history. The view over Sarca Valley, with its impressive rock walls and ruins of mining houses, is something else to look forward to.

Book now to for an unforgettable trip discovering the natural wonders of Caproni Forest and learning about its past. 

Other half-day, family-friendly excursions near Arco that may interest you include this via ferrata tour and this climbing trip.