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The Moraduccio Waterfall is located in the town of the same name, between the towns of Castel del Rio and Fiorenzuola. For those coming from Emilia-Romagna, it is necessary to reach the city of Imola and from there continue in the direction of Tossignano, then Castel del Rio. After half an hour's drive you will reach Moraduccio. From Florence - Prato you will need to reach the town of Fiorenzuola and from there continue along the Strada Montanara Imolese. There are few car parks available. Close to the border sign between Emilia Romagna and Tuscany there is an open space for about ten cars. Grab your rucksacks and start descending towards the waterfall. The more you go down, the more the sound of falling water becomes clear, you turn the corner and there it is, like a Constable painting, three-dimensional and in motion. The waterfall, in all its beauty, never ceases to replenish the natural pool that over time has been formed under it. The water is as clear as few: you can see the fish even five meters away. On one side there is the ridge of rocks and vegetation scattered here and there, lush bushes and yellow flowers. On the other there is the rather wide shore made of stones and shady areas because of the trees that surround it. The beaches of pebbles smoothed by the flowing waters and the scenic waterfall of Rio dei Briganti, known as Cascata di Moraduccio, which flows into the Santerno, make this the perfect place for those looking for a peaceful picnic in nature, sheltered from the summer heat, without disdaining a dip in the Santerno. For those who love walking, crossing the bridge over the river and after a climb of about one kilometre, you can reach the charming abandoned village of Castiglioncello.
