Discover Reschen Am See

Reschen Am See combines Lake Reschen, trails by the water and activities that vary by season with a distinct local history. Which aspects suit your trip depends, among other things, on the time of year and how you like to spend time outdoors. The Giro del Lago di Resia offers a lakeside loop with a specified distance; there is also a trail rated as easy, as well as winter and water sports activities.

Lake Reschen and Local History

In 1950, when the artificial lake was impounded, a large part of the old village of Resia was flooded. The creation of Lake Reschen is therefore part of the area's history, not just a backdrop for activities by the water. Those choosing Reschen Am See will find a distinctive historical point of reference in the connection between today's lakeside landscape and the former village.

Lakeside Trails and Panorama Trail

The Giro del Lago di Resia is 15.3 kilometres long and follows a circular route along the shore of Lake Reschen. You can walk it, cycle it or use it as a running route. About 80 percent of the route is paved; the rest is unpaved. This gives you several specific details for planning your trip: the total distance, the ways you can use the route and the different surfaces. This combination helps you assess the loop based on your planned activity and the trail surface.

The Belpiano–Malga San Valentino Panorama Trail is another route; it is easy and suitable for families. This gives you different points of reference when choosing a route: for the Giro, you can consider distance, type of use and surface together, while the Panorama Trail's easy rating and suitability for families help you assess it. The percentage of paved surface makes the Giro specific in this respect; the Panorama Trail's easy rating provides a different kind of guidance.

Activities by Season

In winter, activities in Resia include a cross-border cross-country ski trail, groomed winter hiking trails and snowshoe hikes towards Pian dei Morti. These offer different ways to enjoy winter outdoors: cross-country skiing, hiking on groomed trails and snowshoeing. In summer, sailors and kite surfers take advantage of the wind conditions on Lake Reschen. The seasonal difference is clear: in winter, the activities mentioned focus on ski trails and winter hiking routes; in summer, on the wind and water sports on the lake.

The Belpiano cable car provides access to hiking trails and mountain bike trails. Its operation may vary by season, so check the latest operating information before planning a specific outing. This lets you plan your outing around the cable car's seasonal schedule.

Getting There and Orientation

Resia is one kilometre from Passo Resia, an important Alpine pass as far back as Roman times. The distance provides a specific point of reference, while the pass's historical significance adds a historical dimension to the geographical one. Resia can be reached by public transport from the north, west and south. If you plan to travel this way, check the specific connections for your direction of travel and travel date.

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