Lago di Garda has a total of 25 tributaries, but the most interesting is the Aril River (also called the Ri). It flows through Cassone near the town of Malcesine and is considered the shortest river in the world!
The official recognised length is 175 metres, but many measurements show several metres less.despite its length, it is a real river, not just a stream, as it has its own source and bed and empties into Lake Garda.
River Aril
Interesting facts about the Aril
- It rises in the village of Cassone (near Malcesine) and flows through its centre.
- During its short journey it crosses three bridges and even has a small waterfall.
- The river is regulated and in winter its flow is sometimes adjusted to stabilise the level.
- In December, a small Christmas nativity scene is held on the river, a popular local tradition.
- A small lake has been created in one place, which serves as a natural refuge for trout, which regularly return to spawn here - there is a strict no-fishing rule on the river!
