The Neves Reservoir in the Valli di Tures and Aurina valleys is an ideal starting point for a hike along the Neves High Route
Image gallery: Lake Neves
Lake Neves (Neves-Stausee), a reservoir, is located in the Valle di Selva dei Molini above the hamlet of Lappago, inmidst of the spectacular mountain scenery of the Valli di Tures and Aurina valleys. Therefore, it is also known as Lake Lappago. In the little village itself, an interesting museum tells about the power of water and its magic. The lake can be reached via a steep toll road only in summer - due to avalanche risk it is closed in winter. The crystal clear lake at 1,900 m a.s.l. arose in the 1960s, nowadays a circular trail leads around it. Also the dam wall is walkable in summer.
Behind the lake, majestic gigantic mountains of the Zillertal Alps rise, like Mt. Punta Bianca (3,371 m a.s.l.), Mt. Gran Mèsule (3,480 m a.s.l.) and the 3,420 m high Cima di Campo. A hiking highlight is the Neves High Route, which proceeds above Lake Neves and offers gorgeous views on the alpine world of the Valle Aurina valley. Another popular destination is the Ponte di Ghiaccio Mountain Hut at 2,545 m a.s.l. on the homonymous mountain pass, a transition between the Valle di Fundres and the Valle Aurina. In winter, the surroundings of Lake Neves turn into a paradise for ski tourers.
Altitude: 1,857 m asl
Surface: 48 hectares
Depth: max. 80 m
Category: reservoir, mountain lake
