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Montagnoli Lake tour

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Duration 1.8 h

Distance 5.2 km

Ascend 322 hm

Descent 195 hm

Max. height 1808 m

Montagnoli Lake tour - Description

An easy stroll for the whole family to the manmade Lake Montagnoli, a perfect spot for a relaxing picnic in a stunning natural solarium in the Dolomites.
Lake Montagnoli is Italy’s largest basin used to produce artificial snow. This 36,000 m2 (9 acre) alpine lake holds some 200,000 m3 (53,000,000 gallons US) of water, which is used by snow cannons in the winter to quickly cover the extensive ski runs of the Madonna di Campiglio ski area with artificial snow. Although a reservoir created by the local lift-management company, Lake Montagnoli actually looks like a natural alpine lake nestled in a mountain forest. Its flowing, natural shape and every other detail ensures the lake is in total harmony with its surroundings. Lake Montagnoli is just below Rifugio Montagnoli, in Pian della Zedola, at an altitude of 1,764 meters (5,787 feet) on the Spinale slopes. In summer, it makes for an idyllic spot for a relaxing stroll.

Directions

  • Start

    Madonna di Campiglio

    From the center of Madonna di Campiglio, head up until the end of Via Campanil Basso, then cross the ski slope and continue in the direction of Malga Fevri.
    After about 200 meters, take the trail on the left and follow the signs for Montagnoli lake. You can also get to the lake along the paved road from the parking area adjacent to the Grostè gondola lift.

  • end point

    Grostè gondola lift

required equipment

Hiking boots, hat, windbreaker and sun lotion are recommended.

Tips for the tour

Bring a swimsuit and beach towel!

Difficulty

  • Difficulty

    Medium

  • Fitness

  • Experience

  • Landscape

Directions

self-arranged arrival
Head to the center of Madonna di Campiglio, and park in one of the several parking areas indicated below.
Central paid parking and free parking in Madonna di Campiglio: PARKING IN VIA CIMA TOSA (near Hotel Dahu)Recommended for accessing the center from the north. Free parking. PARKING IN PIAZZA SISSI (in the center of town, access from Viale Dolomiti di Brenta - Via al Sarca). With fee during the winter and summer seasons, open 24-hours. Closed out of season and accessible only to the possessors of subscription card. 3TRE PARKING (Piazza Brenta Alta, in the town center). Recommended for drivers coming from the north. With fee during the winter and summer seasons, open 24-hours. SPINALE PARKING (Via Spinale). Recommended for accessing the town center and the Spinale gondola lift, coming from the south. With fee during the winter and summer seasons, open 24-hours. PRADALAGO PARKING (Via Pradalago). Recommended for accessing the Pradalago gondola lift and the town center, coming from the north. With fee during the winter and summer seasons. GROSTE’ PARKING (close to the Grostè gondola lift). With fee during the winter and summer seasons.

public transport
Madonna di Campiglio may be reached year round via public transport operated by Trentino Trasporti, with additional lines and service during the high season. In town, environmentally friendly means of transport, such as electric cars, scooters and bicycles, are also available during the high season. Check the timetables and rates for summer transport online, or get a booklet from the tourist office in Via Pradalago, 4. Also check the timetables for Trentino Trasporti buses at www.trentinotrasporti.it.

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