Travel Guide to Belvédère-Panoramic terrace of the Ponale

Getting There

• Car

  If you are traveling by car, head towards Riva del Garda. From Trento, take the A22 motorway towards Rovereto and then follow signs for Riva del Garda. Once in Riva del Garda, follow the signs to Strada del Ponale. There is parking available near the start of the Ponale path, but be aware there may be a small fee for parking, typically around €1-2 per hour. The Belvédère-Panoramic terrace is accessible via a scenic walk along the Ponale trail, which will take about 30-45 minutes on foot.

• Public Transportation

  For those using public transportation, take a train from Trento to Riva del Garda. Trains run regularly, and the journey takes about 1 hour. Once you arrive at Riva del Garda, you can catch a local bus that goes towards Strada del Ponale. The bus may take around 15-20 minutes, and a single ticket typically costs around €2. After getting off the bus, you'll need to walk approximately 1 km to reach the start of the Ponale trail, which leads to the Belvédère-Panoramic terrace.

• Walking

  Once you reach the start of the Ponale trail, you will walk along a well-marked path. Follow the signs for 'Belvédère-Panoramic terrace.' The trail is mostly flat at the beginning but includes some scenic uphill sections. Be sure to wear comfortable shoes and bring water, especially on warmer days. The total walking distance from the starting point to the terrace is about 2 km, taking approximately 30-45 minutes.