Magic Mirrors: The Lakes of Trentino

No fewer than 297 lakes are spread across Trentino in northern Italy. Some are tiny bodies of water nestled among the mountains or surrounded by woods, while others are huge lakes where you can swim or boat.

Take a look at these six fascinating facts about them:

Tovel: the red lake

Adamello Brenta Nature Preserve boasts a lake whose water used to turn red in the summer because of Tovellia sanguinea algae. However, local legend says the lake turned red because Queen Tresenga fought a battle on its shore.

The winds of Lake Garda

If you like sailing or windsurfing, you may already be familiar with the two main winds that blow across the lake — the Pèler in the morning and the Ora in the afternoon — providing sailors and windsurfers with a reliable source of propulsion all day long.

Pile dwellings on Lake Ledro

A Bronze Age village of pile dwellings has been faithfully recreated on Lake Ledro, a stunning outdoor museum that organizes numerous themed events.

The Lakes of Valsugana: Warm and sustainable

In addition to being the world’s first certified sustainable tourism destination, the twin Lakes of Valsugana are among the warmest lakes in southern Europe, ideal places to take a dip.

Molveno: Italy’s most beautiful lake

Touring Club Italiano and Legambiente environmental organization have declared that Lake Molveno on the Paganella Plateau is the “Most Beautiful Lake in Italy” due to its clean, clear water, the backdrop formed by the Brenta Dolomites.

Submerged bridges of Lake Santa Giustina

Hidden beneath the waters of Lake Santa Giustina are the remains of an ancient roadway, complete with sunken bridges. As the end of winter approaches, the water level drops to reveal some of the bridges, rising once more from the water.