Arco is situated on the northern shore of Lake Garda, at the end of the wide “Sarca Valley” which is part of the Valley community of Alto Garda and Ledro. The city is also known as “natural clinic” and “Nice of Trentino” due to its clear air, the mild climate and the Mediterranean gardens.
The symbol of the city is the rock face with the ruin of the medieval castle of Arco, which has recently been restored and which attracts thousands of visitors enjoying the breathtaking view over the town.
The houses and old buildings in the historical town, which is located at the rock face, has an arched form which has given Arco (arch) its name. There are many picturesque places, antique arches, fountains and hidden alleys to explore.
The “Arboretum” of Arco, a botanical garden with 150 plant species as well as the famous “Grotta di Patone” are specially remarkable.
The rock face, surrounding the city is a paradise for climber and free climbing enthusiastics. The city is also called “world capital of the sport climbers”. The climbing competition “Rock Master” with athletes participating from all over the world trying to conquer the mountain takes place every year in Arco.
Tourism, craft and agriculture (in particular wine and olive oil) are the most important economical resources. |
| Informazioni |
| Region: |
Trentino-South Tyrol |
| Province: |
Trento (TN) |
| Coordinates: |
45°55′N 10°53′E |
| Elevation: |
91 m (299 ft) |
| Area: |
63 km² |
| Inhabitants: |
16.421 |
| Density: |
259,4/km² |
| Districts: |
Bolognano, Caneve, Ceole, Chiarano, La Grotta, Linfano, Massone, Moletta, Padaro, Pratosaiano, San Giorgio, San Martino, Varignano, Vigne, Vignole |
| Neighbour
communities: |
Drena, Dro, Lomaso, Mori, Nago-Torbole, Riva del Garda, Ronzo-Chienis, Tenno, Villa Lagarina |
| Zip code: |
38062 |
| Area code: |
0464 |
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