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The World’s 100 Best Waterfalls

Cascata del Toce

Formazza, Piedmont, Italy

  1. THE WORLD’S BEST WATERFALLS WORTH A JOURNEY · 2026 ✦ ✦ N° 81 2026
Cascata del Toce

The Toce Waterfall drops 143 meters in white, foaming cascades when the Morasco Dam opens, framed by the valley and mountains. Drive up the Formazza Valley to a large top car park, or walk short paths from below.

Highlights

  • 143-meter drop
  • Water released from dam
  • Wooden bridge with valley views

Good to know

  • Water flows only at set times
  • Lower path climbs 140 meters from road
  • Busier on weekends, especially with motorcyclists

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