{"id":48610,"date":"2023-02-10T17:40:59","date_gmt":"2023-02-10T16:40:59","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.dolomitiprealpi.it\/grotta-azzurra\/"},"modified":"2026-03-20T12:03:44","modified_gmt":"2026-03-20T11:03:44","slug":"grotta-azzurra","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.dolomitiprealpi.it\/en\/grotta-azzurra\/","title":{"rendered":"Grotta Azzurra"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>Turquoise jewel amidst the woods of Valbelluna.<\/p>\n<p>At a short distance from the Castle of Zumelle and surrounded by woodland, it is a small gem with wonderful crystal-clear water.<\/p>\n<p> The well-marked <b>path <\/b>number <b>2311&nbsp;<\/b>starts from the large parking area of the Castle of Zumelle and descends along a steep slope dotted with artistic installations, following the bed of the Rui stream, immersed in a suggestive environment, far from the rest of the world.<\/p>\n<p> The layered rocks surrounding the cavity create different shades of gray and white, while the water, which cascades inside through a small waterfall, is clear and crystalline with the typical blue color from which this beauty gets its name.<\/p>\n<p> It is impossible not to be fascinated by the chromatic spectacle that changes according to the season and the angle of the sun&#8217;s rays that reflect on the surface of the water.   The Blue Grotto is also a sought-after destination for canyoning enthusiasts, the only ones allowed to dive into this natural wonder.<\/p>\n<p>Nearby, there is the Lombard church of San Donato and the ancient mill for grinding grain.<\/p>\n<p><b><u>USEFUL INFORMATION:<\/u><\/b><\/p>\n<p><b>Parking: <\/b>The only available paid parking is at Zumelle Castle. Parking along the road is not allowed.<\/p>\n<p><b>Trail length<\/b>: 1900Mm<\/p>\n<p><b>Elevation gain<\/b>: 130m<\/p>\n<p><b>Travel time<\/b>: 45 minutes<\/p>\n<p><b>Recommended equipment<\/b>: Suitable shoes with non-slip soles are recommended; from winter to late spring, there may be snow and ice, and crampons are advised.<\/p>\n<p>The trail is not suitable for wheelchairs, strollers, bicycles, and motorized vehicles.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>You are in a natural environment that requires respect:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>PROHIBITION of flower picking<\/li>\n<li><b>SWIMMING PROHIBITION <\/b>(the only exception allowed for those canyoning with a wetsuit)<\/li>\n<li>No loud noises<\/li>\n<li>Prohibition of lighting fires<\/li>\n<li>Do not leave trash around but dispose of it in the designated areas (including cigarette butts, tissues, masks, and wet waste)<\/li>\n<li>Minors MUST be accompanied<\/li>\n<li>Dogs must be kept on a leash<\/li>\n<li>Do not leave the trail<\/li>\n<li>Do not disturb local wildlife<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><\/p>\n<p>The trail is not accessible in bad weather; it is suggested to check with the local tourist office and via the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.arpa.veneto.it\/\">ARPAV <\/a>website for any disturbances.<\/p>\n<ul><\/ul>\n<p> Attention! From 15\/03\/2024, access to the Blue Grotto is prohibited due to falling debris, the site and the path are unusable, as is the Rui stream. The measure is valid until further notice.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Turquoise jewel amidst the woods of Valbelluna. At a short distance from the Castle of Zumelle and surrounded by woodland, it is a small gem with wonderful crystal-clear water. 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