Lake Caldaro
Lake Caldaro is the warmest lake for bathing in the Alps.
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Lake Caldaro (Lago di Caldaro) is situated at 216 m and originates from an old riverbed of the Adige river, about 14 km in the south of the main city, which is Bolzano.
Lago di Caldaro is one of the largest lakes in South Tyrol. One of the main characteristics of the lakes is its pleasant water temperature. Due to its minor depth, already in sping the temperature of the water is about 17° to 19°. In summer, however, it might rise up to pleasant 28 degrees. :-)
The lake is about 1.8 km long, 0.9 km wide and the deepest point is about 5.6 m. This figures result in a surface of 1.47 sqkm… enough for all those who love water sports… as this lake is not only perfect for swimming, but also for rowing, sailing and windsurfing.
Moreover lake Caldaro also includes the largest wetland area between the Pianura Padana and Alpine divide and has also been admitted to the European reserve “Natura 2002″. This is where you can find a fairytale-like landscape! Hikes to Leuchtenburg Castle or a walk round the lake are only some of the possibilities adults and children can enjoy at Lago di Caldaro.
Altitude: 216 m asl
Surface: 155 hectares
Dimension: lenght 1.8 km, width 0.9 km
Maximum depth: 5.6 m
Average depth: 4 m
Category: Matural lake for bathing
