Category: Lakes & swimming

The Flims-Laax region is one of the largest ski areas in Switzerland and in summer is known for the turquoise-green Caumasee, one of the most beautiful bathing lakes in the Alps. Nearby runs the Rhine Gorge Ruinaulta, an impressive canyon of the Vorderrhein.HighlightsOne of the largest ski areas in SwitzerlandTurquoise-green bathing lake CaumaseeRhine Gorge Ruinaulta (Swiss Grand Canyon)Known for freestyle and snowparksGood to…

Lugano is the largest city in Ticino and lies with Mediterranean flair on the lake of the same name between the viewpoint mountains Monte Brè and Monte San Salvatore. Palm-lined promenades, a lively old town and funiculars up the local mountains shape the scene. The lake reaches as far as Italy.HighlightsMediterranean lakeside promenade and old townLocal mountains Monte Brè and San Salvatore…

The Maggia valley is the largest valley in Ticino and known for its crystal-clear, emerald-green river water, stone mountain villages and waterfalls. Its landmark is the Foroglio waterfall. Natural pools along the Maggia invite swimming in summer, though the water stays cold.HighlightsEmerald-green, clear river waterForoglio waterfallStone mountain villages and rusticiNatural bathing spots along the MaggiaGood to…

The Kalterer See (Lago di Caldaro) in South Tyrol’s Unterland is considered one of the warmest bathing lakes in the Alps, reaching summer temperatures that alpine lakes rarely offer. It lies in the middle of the wine-growing area along the South Tyrolean Wine Road, surrounded by vines and orchards.HighlightsOne of the warmest bathing lakes in the AlpsLocation on the South Tyrolean Wine RoadVineyard and orchard landscapeReed belt…

The Lago di Tenno above Riva del Garda stands out for its glowing turquoise-blue and a small island, and is considered one of the most beautiful lakes in Trentino. Nearby lies the medieval stone village of Canale di Tenno with the Cascata del Varone, a waterfall gorge carved into the rock.HighlightsGlowing turquoise-blue…

At around 1,900 m, the Lago di Sorapis glows an unreal turquoise thanks to fine glacial flour and can only be reached on foot. The popular hike from the Passo Tre Croci leads over partly exposed, cable-secured sections to the lake at the foot of the Sorapiss walls. Swimming is not allowed, to protect it.HighlightsUnreal turquoise glacial lakeHike from…