• M_ACQUA
  • M_CANYON
  • M_GRUPPI

Rio Sass Canyon

The Rio Sass is one of the two Val di Non canyons which can be visited thanks to the cantilever walkways and staircases overhanging the gorge.

Together with the guide, you will take a short stroll through the historic centre of Fondo, passing through narrow alleys and secret gates, until you enter a private garden bordering a seemingly peaceful stream: actually, this is the stream that, just a little further on, plunges steeply into the Rio Sass Canyon which it has shaped over thousands of years!

Since the roaring of the water inside the gorge is so powerful that it becomes difficult to listen to the words of the canyon guide, it is in this garden that you will hear some interesting details and highlights about the Rio Sass Canyon!

This 2-hour tour covers a distance of 2,5 km and a total of 1200 steps!

The Rio Sass Canyon is usaully accessible from April to mid-November.

In summer the office is open Monday to Saturday from 9.00 a.m. to 12.30 p.m. and from 1.30 p.m. to 4.00 p.m. On Sundays and public holidays from 9 a.m. to 12 p.m., while in the afternoons only when the visit to the canyon start.

The Canyon Rio Sass reopens on Friday, March 27, 2026! Book your adventure and discover the hidden wonders of this spectacular canyon.

In summer the visits take place also at night, more information here!

FAQs

Is the canyon open?
Yes. Rio Sass Canyon opens from Friday, March 27, 2026. The office is open from Monday to Saturday from 9:00 am to 12:30 pm and from 1:30 pm to 4:30 pm. On Sundays and public holidays it is open from 9:00 am to 12:00 pm, while in the afternoon it opens only when canyon visits are scheduled to depart.
What should I know before visiting Rio Sass Canyon?
Please arrive wearing a T-shirt and a windproof jacket. Wear comfortable trekking shoes. The organization provides a sanitized protective helmet and a disposable hair cap at the Visitor Center.
What are the visiting times?
At the time of booking, you will be informed of the tour departure times (several tours take place each day, generally between 9:00 am and 4:00 pm).
Is booking required?
Yes, booking is mandatory. Tours must be reserved a couple of days in advance by calling +39 0463 850000 (Cooperativa Smeraldo Scarl - Fondo - Borgo d'Anaunia, smeraldo@fondo.it ).
Where are the meeting point and the ticket office?
The ticket office is located in Piazza S. Giovanni 9, in Fondo – Borgo d’Anaunia. The meeting time is 10 minutes before the booked departure time, in order to purchase the tickets. Only one person per family/group may enter the office at a time. Punctuality is strongly recommended to avoid delays for all groups. The guide will welcome visitors and collect the tickets outside the office.
Are evening tours available?
Yes. In summer, guided tours are also available in the evening (Tuesday, Thursday, Saturday and Sunday), starting from 8:30 pm, always with mandatory booking. The visit lasts about one and a half hours, including transfers. The meeting point is always at the office in the square, 10 minutes before departure. Click here for more information.
Can I visit on my own or only with a guide?
The entire route is guided.
Can I bring my dog?
Yes, provided it is not afraid of suspended metal-grate walkways.
Are there many steps?
There are about 1,200 steps in total (round trip).
Is it a closed cave?
No, the route is open-air.
Is it very cold?
The temperature is a few degrees lower than the outside environment.
Do you return along a different path?
No, the descent and ascent are along the same route.
Can children join the visit?
Yes. Children aged 1–3 can access the canyon only if they bring their own protective helmet (the organization does not provide helmets in these sizes).

How to find us

The meeting point is set at the Cooperativa Smeraldo office in Piazza San Giovanni 9, in Fondo. Nearby parking areas are available. From here, you will walk together with the guide down to the Visitor Center, where the canyon visit begins.

For further information

Cooperativa Smeraldo
Piazza San Giovanni , 9 ( How to find us )

Web: http://www.canyonriosass.it
Mail: smeraldo@fondo.it
Tel: +39 0463 850000

Facebook Instagram

You may also be interested in....

Request information & bookings

The request will be sent directly to the organizers / owners of the service

To book


-


Val di Non Tourism Office
Via Roma, 21 - 38013 Borgo d'Anaunia TN

If you prefer a direct mail or talk to someone:
info@visitvaldinon.it - +39 0463 830133

Grazie!

Grazie per la tua iscrizione!

Close

Register for our newsletter


Cancel
Close

Credits

Sito Web ufficiale
Azienda per il Turismo Val di Non

Ringraziamo tutte le persone che hanno collaborato alla creazione di questo portale.

Concept, Design, Web

KUMBE DIGITAL TRIBU
www.kumbe.it

Destination Management System

Il portale integra il DMS Deskline 3.0 per le funzionalità di prenotazione alloggi ed esperienze.

feratel media technologies
www.feratel.it

Foto e video

Per le immagini si ringraziano:

Francesca Padovan
Elisa Fedrizzi
Paolo Crocetta
Diego Marini
Elena Marini Silvestri
Gilberto Seppi
Giulia Stringari
IDM Südtirol
Tourismusverein Deutschnonsberg
Alex Filz
Hannes Niederkofler
Karlheinz Sollbauer
Georg Mair
Alessio Pellegrini
Andrea Pizzato
APT Trento, Bondone, Valle dei Laghi

Testi

Staff APT, KUMBE

Hide video