Category: Lakes & Swimming

The Lago di Misurina is the largest natural lake of the Ampezzo Dolomites and lies at around 1,750 m. Its still water reflects the surrounding peaks, among them the Sorapis and the nearby Tre Cime, whose toll road begins here. The exceptionally pure mountain air made Misurina an early recognised…

The Lago di Molveno lies at around 820 m directly beneath the walls of the Brenta Dolomites and is regarded as one of the cleanest mountain lakes in Italy. Its turquoise water, a lido and family offerings make it a popular destination in summer, repeatedly awarded as the most beautiful…

Lake Garda is the largest lake in Italy; its northern shore, framed by steep mountains, around Riva del Garda and Torbole belongs to Trentino. The reliable winds Ora and Pelér make the northern basin one of the best surfing and sailing areas in Europe. Above the lake rises Monte Baldo,…

The Pragser Wildsee is regarded as the most beautiful of the Dolomite lakes. Its turquoise-green water, the wooden boathouse and the steeply rising Seekofel wall make it one of the most photographed places in the Alps. Because of the heavy crowds, access is time-regulated in summer; an easy walk leads…

The Verzasca valley north of Locarno is famous for the exceptionally clear, emerald-green water of the river Verzasca. Its landmark is the double-arched stone bridge Ponte dei Salti at Lavertezzo, often called the Roman bridge. At the valley exit, the 220 m high Verzasca dam holds back the lake, known…

The Lago Maggiore stretches from Ticino into Italy; its Swiss northern end around Locarno and Ascona is known for a mild, almost Mediterranean climate, palm promenades and camellia blossom. Locarno holds, at around 197 m, the lowest point in Switzerland at the lake's surface. Above the town stands the pilgrimage…