Lakes

Dark-blue lakes on the mountains, swimming lakes in the valleys – sailors, surfers and swimmers who prefer nature to outdoor swimming pools will find a lot of opportunities to enjoy nature during their holiday in South Tyrol. This Italian province is the home of more than 175 natural lakes of which most of them are situated on an altitude of 2000 meters above sea level. Only 3 of the lakes are located below 1000 meters: the big and the small Montiggl lakes as well as the Caldaro lake which is one of the warmest swimming lakes in the entire Alpine region. With water temperatures of up to 28° Celsius it is a very popular travel destination during the summer months – an ideal place to relax, swim and sail in the sun. In those places where swimming is the main activity during summer fun on the ice is guaranteed during the winter months. When temperatures drop and lakes freeze ice-skating fans will be thrilled. South Tyrol offers good fun for everyone on ice-skates.