Small natural mirrors with changing colors, which reflect the peaks of the highest mountains of the Apennines and the clear sky, the lakes of Abruzzo embellish our mountains. These natural jewels are opposed, for their size and number, the artificial basins, obtained by damming the rivers' water for irrigation purposes or for hydroelectric exploitation. Over time they have become true poles of attraction for fans of canoeing, windsurfing, fishing, mountain biking and for outdoor picnic lovers.
In the heart of the Abruzzo National Park and among the pristine peaks of the Apennines, there is the Lake of Barrea, which overlooks three delightful villages:
The Penne Lake is an artificial lagoon created in 1965 through a barrier dam on the Tavo river. The average depth is 10 meter and the surface is 70 hectars.
The lake of Casoli is an enchanting basin obtained with the barrier of the crystal clear waters of the Aventino river, in a valley dominated by the rugged
Along the provincial road that connects Rocca di Mezzo to Secinaro, in an isolated but easily accessible area, nestled in a small plateau at about 1100 metres above sea level, on t
Lake Serranella is situated at the confluence of the rivers Sangro and Aventino and is an artificial reservoir that was formed following the construction of a cros
A short distance from the centre of San Demetrio ne' Vestini, there is the small Lake of Sinizzo which, thanks to its emerald green waters, is considered the
Lake Montagna Spaccata is the result of a barrier for the production of electricity and is powered by Rio Torto. Fishing is permitted subject to prior authorisation.
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