Lake Resia is simply wonderful—the kids are fascinated by the bell tower rising out of the turquoise waters! We spent a lot of time in the Val Venosta this summer; you can find our complete guide here. In this article, we’d like to tell you about Resia and all the things you can do in the surrounding area! If you’ve been there, let us know in the comments which spot you liked best. To stay up to date on our latest articles, sign up for our newsletter!
Lake Resia
Famous forits imposing bell tower rising out of the water, this turquoise body of water is a must-see! An ideal summer destination for a stroll along its shores, you can complete the 15-kilometer loop either on foot (even with a hiking stroller) or by bike. The path on the east side is unpaved, while on the opposite shore you’ll find a paved bike and pedestrian path. The villages of Resia and Curon are worth a visit, and you’ll also find several places to eat there.
Lake Resia: How to Get There
It can be easily reached from Trento by taking the A22 Brenner Highway to the Bolzano Sud exit. From there, continue toward Merano and then on to Lagundo by taking the state highway that winds up through the Val Venosta. Keep following the signs for Passo Resia; once you arrive, you’ll find a large parking lot (for a fee) not far from the lake.
Malga Resia
If you’re looking for an easy hike of about an hour in a place of great beauty, the trail leading to this mountain hut is definitely for you. An idyllic view right above the lake awaits you! Plus, the food is excellent, featuring traditional dishes made with local ingredients. All the info HERE.
High up above Lake Resia
A spectacular high-altitude hike lasting about two and a half hours, offering incredible views of Lake Resia. What makes this route unique is that the lift ticket allows you to take the Belpiano (Resia) cable car, complete the hike, and then descend to the village of San Valentino via another cable car. All the details are HERE.
Melago Alpine Hut
An easy family hike in Vallelunga, a side valley of the Val Venosta not far from the famous Lake Resia. The trail is practically flat, with an elevation gain of just 100 meters: in 45 minutes, you can easily reach the mountain hut via a dirt road. All the details HERE.
Talai – San Valentino alla Muta Adventure Trail
Located just a short distance from Lake Resia, this trail is perfect for treasure hunt enthusiasts. The loop trail is about 3 kilometers long and is flat. The walking time depends on how long you stop at the various stations, which feature games and riddles. All the info is HERE.
Lake of Games – Watles
A beautiful high-altitude playground, accessible either on foot in about an hour and a half or conveniently by chairlift. The small lake features play areas and balance courses with rafts, suspension bridges, Kneipp paths, and waterfalls. There’s also a cave and a stream where you can hunt for stones, plus a long slide with rubber tubes. To top it off, you can head back down to the valley on adrenaline-pumping mountain carts. Find all the info HERE.
Slingia Alpine Hut
An easy hike along three kilometers of forest road (also suitable for strollers) with little elevation gain takes about an hour to reach Malga Slingia. Here you can enjoy a delicious lunch featuring traditional dishes. All the info HERE.
If you enjoyed our tips on Lake Resia and the surrounding area with kids, don’t miss the activities and walks in Naturno. You’ll also find other great ideas in our guide to the Senales Valley.
More information about Val Venosta HERE.