Rock Climbing in Arco: Top Outdoor Adventures Awaiting You

One of Italy’s most well-known rock climbing destinations, Arco (in Trento’s Sarca Valley) is probably most famous for the variety of rock climbing terrain available. From great bolted sport climbing routes on excellent limestone (mostly single-pitch), to long big wall climbing routes that can reach 1,000m, it is no wonder this place has made a name for itself among climbers. If it’s big wall climbing you are after, the walls of Monte Brento, Piccolo Dain and Monte Casale are probably the most famous spots.

Lots of variety for all levels

The Sarca Valley is one of Italy’s main rock climbing spots. From beginner routes to multi-pitch big-wall rock climbing on the walls of Monte Brento and Monte Casale, you will find easily find a route for your level.

The mild weather

The Autumn and Spring months are the best here. Arco is a great alternative when it is getting colder in other European spots: winter climbing is even possible (though also famously windy). It can get very hot during the summer.

The beautiful area

Located in close proximity of gorgeous Lake Garda, there is lots to do in the area besides rock climbing. Mountain biking, via ferrata and hiking are all popular activities in the area. Lake Garda is also popular among windsurfers.

Weather is mild in general but you probably want to avoid the winter months, as strong winds make it too cold to climb. Temperatures generally stay within the 10-20℃ range from April-June and from September to early November.

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Fly into the Verona or the Brescia airports and drive to Arco (a little over an hour away). Make sure you hire a car to be able to go from one route to the next. Milano’s Bergamo airport is another option, though an extra hour away from Arco.

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Autumn and Spring are best although Arco is also popular during the Summer when it gets wet in the Dolomites, just 2.5 hours away.