Cascate delle Marmore
The Cascate delle Marmore are man made waterfalls originally created when the Romans decided to drain an unhealthy swamp by diverting the River Velina into the River Nera in the valley below.
The Cascate delle Marmore waterfalls in Umbria
Check The Times!
Today the water is used to power a hydroelectric plant and the falls are switched on and off – a little planning is required to see the falls in action, the times are published on the Cascate Delle Marmore official website. The falls are 165m in height and the longest of the three drops is at the top, 83m in height. You can walk up a path beside the falls right to the top but be warned, you might will get wet at some of the viewing platforms so go on a hot day or take waterproof clothing.
Combine With A Visit To Carsulae
You can combine the Marmore waterfalls with a visit to the Roman Ruins of Carsulae.