Balot Tacà Via – The Hanging Boulder above Lake Garda near Brenzone

Region: Veneto

Province / Nearest City: Province of Verona / nearest town Brenzone sul Garda

Attraction Name: Balot Tacà Via – The Hanging Rock

Address: Località Sommavilla, 37010 Brenzone sul Garda (VR)

Distance from Major City: ~50 km from Verona (about 1h 10 min by car)

How to Get There:

• By car: From Verona, follow SR249 along the eastern shore of Lake Garda to Brenzone sul Garda. Park in Sommavilla and follow the trail up the dry stream bed.

• By public transport: Buses connect Verona to Malcesine or Brenzone. From there, you must hike to the starting point.

What Makes It Unique in the World: Imagine a gigantic round boulder, wedged perfectly between the sheer walls of a canyon, hanging above your head as if floating in mid-air. That’s the Balot Tacà Via, a natural wonder and geological curiosity hidden above Lake Garda. Its precarious balance has fascinated hikers for generations.

Local Story / Fun Fact: The name means “the boulder stuck to the road” in local dialect. Locals joke that it has been hanging there for centuries “waiting to fall” but somehow defies gravity—becoming a symbol of resilience.

Best Time to Visit: Spring and autumn are ideal, with pleasant temperatures and safe dry paths. Avoid rainy days, as the trail runs along a creek bed and becomes slippery.

Nearby Food & Stay: After the hike, reward yourself with lake specialties such as grilled trout or bigoli con le sarde in Brenzone’s trattorie. For stays, family-run hotels and B&Bs along the lakeshore offer stunning views.