Cenghen Waterfall Trail

The Grigna’s hidden gem: the Cenghen Waterfall in Abbadia Lariana

We often travel far in search of new destinations, overlooking the fact that some of the most beautiful natural treasures can be found just a short distance away. One of these is the Cenghen Waterfall, one of the most picturesque spots in the Lecco area, nestled at the foot of the Grigna and surrounded by a breathtaking natural landscape.

To reach the waterfall, head to Abbadia Lariana, specifically the hamlet of Linzanico, where the trail begins. If you are travelling by car, you can park near the village square. Those arriving by train can get off at Abbadia Lariana railway station and enjoy a pleasant walk of just a few minutes to Linzanico.

Technical data

Departure: Abbadia Lariana (Lecco) Linzanico district
Time: 01:00
Altitude: 614 m
Difference in altitude: 340 m
Difficulty level: E
Download: GPX

Itinerary description

The itinerary begins from the small square, where you find the path close to the wash house. You arrive to destination in one hour along an easy mule-track offering you wonderful views on Lake Como, terraces of olive and fruit trees. You left behind town’s noises to embrace the sound of the nature and breathe the woods.
In 20/25 minutes you arrive to the path coming from Crebbio, and few meters after on your left you see a fountain. Take the path on you right and go on until you find a junction in proximity of a green level viewing in front of you Monte San Primo. Take the path on the right driving you to the Cenghen fall (on the left you reach the residential area of Campelli).

Along the path you find a building with a white arrow on its wall signing you to turn right, so entering into the small village of Calech, which offers you an extraordinary panoramic view on Grigna Meridionale and its Segantini Ridge. Here you find another white arrow showing you to turn left. Rise a few meters and you are on another beautiful terrace overviewing Val Monastero at the Grigna’s foot. Here there is a not signed fork, take the path on the left, ignoring the one going down to the underlying valley. Go on along the path, you are near to the Cenghen fall, in fact some signs are present now.
In few minutes you have reached your destination and you can enjoy and experience the wild nature with its rocks and the peace and calm of this place. Breathe and relax. Here you are the Cenghen falls.
Cover’s image by Roberto Simonetti

Articolo aggiornato il 8 July 2026 da eccoLecco