Top 8 Lakes around Borgone Susa

For families, Frogs' Paradise Lake is an excellent choice. It offers a simple route of naturalistic interest within a forest and is suitable for children. Another option is Lago Nero, which is popular with families in summer and can be reached with a walk of less than two hours from Lake Malciaussia.

Yes, the lakes around Borgone Susa offer various hiking opportunities. For example, reaching the Red Lake involves an easy path from the Val Gravio refuge, making for a rewarding 15 km round trip. The Avigliana Lakes Natural Park also features numerous paths, including an 'eight'-shaped circuit around both Lago Grande and Lago Piccolo. For more challenging trails, consider the climb from the Red Lake to Colle del Vento. You can find more hiking routes in the area by exploring the Hiking around Borgone Susa guide.

The lakes offer diverse natural beauty. The Lakes of Avigliana (Lago Grande and Lago Piccolo) are of morainic origin and are part of a natural park, a 'treasure chest of biodiversity' with rich flora and fauna. Frogs' Paradise Lake is a body of water nestled inside a forest. The Red Lake is situated on a large green plateau under the Colle del Vento, offering picturesque natural settings. Laghetto del Civrari is a small body of water located under the Civrari massif, often partially frozen.

The summer months are popular, especially for lakes like Lago Nero, which can be 'mobbed by families'. However, the region's lakes offer beauty across seasons. Spring and autumn provide pleasant temperatures for hiking and enjoying the natural parks without the peak summer crowds. Some lakes, like Laghetto del Civrari, can even be partially frozen in certain periods, offering a unique winter landscape.

Yes, the Avigliana Lakes Natural Park is historically significant. It is overlooked by the Sacra di San Michele, a historic abbey that has served as a reference point for pilgrims crossing the Alps since the year 1000. This adds a cultural dimension to your visit to Lago Grande and Lago Piccolo.

Absolutely. The area around Borgone Susa is suitable for cycling. The Road from Ghitera to Lake Malciaussia is a mountain road suitable for both mountain bikers and road cyclists, with sections up to 12% slope. On Thursdays from late June to early August, this road is even reserved for cyclists only, closed to motorized vehicles from 11:30 to 15:30. You can find more cycling routes in the Gravel biking around Borgone Susa guide and the MTB Trails around Borgone Susa guide.

Yes, Frogs' Paradise Lake offers a simple route of naturalistic interest, ideal for an easy walk. The Lakes of Avigliana Natural Park also provides numerous paths, including a circuit around both Lago Grande and Lago Piccolo, which can be enjoyed as an easy stroll to observe flora and fauna.

The Red Lake is a beautiful destination, reachable via an easy path from the Val Gravio refuge. However, it's advisable to admire it from a distance as the areas near its edge can be swampy and muddy. It's a rewarding destination for a roughly 15 km round trip, starting from Adret or the Certosa di Montebenedetto.

Yes, near Frogs' Paradise Lake, there is a nice refreshment bar nearby. The Lago Grande of Avigliana is a typical tourist destination, and you can expect to find establishments and amenities along its shores.

The Avigliana Lakes are ideal for water sports enthusiasts. At lake establishments, you can find opportunities for sunbathing, relaxing, canoeing, and other water activities. While Frogs' Paradise Lake has a refreshment bar, its waters are not very clean, so it's better not to bathe there.

While the Lakes of Avigliana are popular, exploring the paths within the Avigliana Lakes Natural Park can lead to quieter spots. For a more secluded feel, reaching the Red Lake involves a hike, making it a destination for those seeking a more immersive natural experience away from typical tourist crowds. Laghetto del Civrari, located under the Civrari massif, also offers a more remote feel, accessible when climbing to Punta Imperatoria or Punta della Croce.

For more challenging experiences, the climb from the Red Lake to the Colle del Vento includes a very steep section. Similarly, reaching Laghetto del Civrari is often part of climbs to higher peaks like Punta Imperatoria or Punta della Croce, indicating a more strenuous effort. The Road from Ghitera to Lake Malciaussia also features sections with up to 12% slope, challenging for cyclists.