Lake Costalovara
Wolfsgrubener See
Fee required
Parking available
Lake Costalovara, one of Italy's cleanest freshwater lakes on the Renon high plateau, is popular for summer bathing, winter ice skating, and year-round scenic walks.

πŸ“œ One of Italy's cleanest freshwater lakes, recognized by Legambiente.
🏞️ Located on the scenic Renon high plateau, offering recreation in every season.

Why Go

πŸŠβ€β™€οΈ Enjoy swimming in warm summer waters (average 22-24Β°C).
⛸️ Perfect conditions for ice skating and hockey in winter.
🎣 Try fishing for carp, pike, or tench.
πŸšΆβ€β™€οΈ Explore easy circular trails (2.6 km, ~34 min) suitable for families.
🐝 Visit the nearby Beekeeping Museum at Plattner Farm.
🌿 Relax on a large sunbathing lawn with catering facilities and a small beach area.

Why Avoid

⚠️ Water levels can be low due to natural feeding and low precipitations.
🏨 A hotel on a narrow tongue of land almost divides the lake.
⚠️ Water can be a bit murky.

Tips

πŸ“ Accessible from Bolzano via Ritten cable car and train to Wolfsgruber/Costalovara, then 15-20 min walk downhill.
πŸ• Dogs are welcome, but must be on a lead.

Cost

πŸ’° Entrance fee €3 for adults to fenced area, free outside.

Hours

πŸ—“οΈ Bathing season early June through September.
πŸ•’ Open year-round for walks, ice skating in winter.

πŸ…ΏοΈ Parking

πŸ…ΏοΈ Parking available at the north end, 500m from entrance.