📍 Where they are located

The Acquafraggia Waterfalls are located in Borgonuovo di Piuro, in the province of Sondrio, at the entrance of Val Bregaglia, a few kilometers from Chiavenna. They can be seen from the state road of Maloja and are easily reachable on foot from the town center.​

🌄 A natural monument of rare beauty

The Acquafraggia stream originates at 3050 meters on Pizzo di Lago, on the border with Switzerland. Descending towards the valley floor, it flows through two suspended valleys of glacial origin, forming a series of waterfalls, among which stands the famous double drop visible from the park. The name "Acquafraggia" comes from the Latin aqua fracta, meaning "broken water", indicating the stream's course interrupted by numerous waterfalls.

These waterfalls also fascinated Leonardo da Vinci, who mentioned them in his Codice Atlantico describing them as "waterfalls of 400 arms which provide a view". 

🚶‍♂️ Immersive experience in nature

The Acquafraggia Waterfalls Park offers equipped trails that allow visitors to get close to the waterfalls and admire them from different angles. Along the path, panoramic terraces provide breathtaking views of the valley and the surrounding vegetation 

For more experienced hikers, it is possible to continue to the medieval village of Savogno, reachable via a mule track with over 2,000 steps, immersed in an unspoiled alpine landscape.

💶 Hours and rates

Access to the park is regulated during peak season:

From June 1 to July 31: holidays and weekends, from 8:30 AM to 6:30 PM

• From August 1 to August 31: every day, from 8:30 AM to 6:30 PM
• From September 1 to September 15: holidays and weekends, from 8:30 AM to 6:30 PM​

At the entrance, the staff provides a recognition bracelet that certifies payment has been made 

🧭 How to get there

• By car: from Milan, follow the SS36 to Colico, then continue on the SS37 towards Chiavenna and Piuro.
• By train: Milan–Colico–Chiavenna line, then bus or taxi to Piuro.
• On foot: from the center of Chiavenna, a walk of about 30 minutes along the cycle path that runs alongside the Mera River.​

🍽️ Services and refreshment

Near the waterfalls, there are picnic areas, bars, and restaurants where you can enjoy the typical dishes of Valchiavenna, such as pizzoccheri, polenta taragna, and bresaola. 

📸 Tips for visiting

• Wear comfortable and non-slip shoes.
• Bring a waterproof jacket: the splashes from the waterfalls can get you wet.
• Don't forget your camera: the waterfalls offer spectacular scenery in every season.​ 

🗺️ Recommended itineraries

• Scenic trail: equipped path with terraces offering spectacular views of the waterfalls and the valley.
• Hike to Savogno: mule track with over 2,000 steps leading to the medieval village of Savogno, surrounded by an unspoiled alpine landscape