Cascata della Mola, Farfa
Places
Waterfall·Easy·Relaxing·Hidden gem

Cascata della Mola, Farfa

Lazio

The Cascata della Mola near the Abbazia di Farfa in the Sabine Hills falls 30 m over travertine steps into a natural pool. The Farfa abbey (8th century, one of the most powerful in medieval Europe) is 2 km away. The canyon below the falls is narrow limestone. Dipper and grey wagtail on the pool. Almost no visitors despite being 60 km from Rome.

Duration
2 hours
Distance
4 km
Elevation
+80 m
Best season
Year-round

Highlights

  • Farfa abbey 2 km away — 8th century, most powerful medieval abbey
  • 30 m travertine falls into natural pool
  • 60 km from Rome — almost unknown

With your dog

River canyon; dogs off-leash.