Carezza
Italy
We'll cross the Ega Valley, which begins in Bolzano and runs east between the Catinaccio and Latemar mountains. This road was built in 1895 when the territory was part of the Austro-Hungarian Empire. Part of the route runs through a canyon carved out by the Ega River. We'll stop at Lake Carezza, the most beautiful lake in the Dolomites: a 30-minute stay with a walk around the lake, if you like.
Contents
8 sections · tap a section for its opening lines1Orientation
Welcome to Lago di Carezza, or Karersee, often heralded as one of the most mesmerizing natural wonders in the Italian Dolomites. Nestled in the Val d'Ega, this alpine lake is famous for its crystalline, emerald-green waters that…
Listen in the app2The Legend of the Wizard and the Mermaid
Every legendary site has a story to explain its beauty, and Carezza is no exception. According to local folklore, a beautiful mermaid once lived in the emerald waters of the lake. …
Listen in the app3The Viewing Platform — A Masterclass in Perspective
Located at the main entrance to the lake is a beautifully designed wooden viewing platform. This structure was built to offer visitors the most iconic and comprehensive view of the lake and the Latemar mountain range. …
Listen in the app4The Loop Trail — A Stroll Through Alpine Resilience
The loop trail around Lago di Carezza is an easy and accessible walk that takes approximately 20 to 25 minutes to complete. It is a leisurely path that allows you to see the lake from every possible angle, each offering a new…
Listen in the app5The Peaks of Latemar and Rosengarten
The two massifs that frame Carezza are the Latemar and the Rosengarten, both of which became part of the UNESCO World Heritage list in 2009. These mountains are made of dolomite—a unique type of limestone formed from ancient…
Listen in the app6Sustainability and the Green Vision
The Carezza Dolomites region is not only a place of beauty but also a leader in eco-tourism and sustainability. Under the leadership of local figures like Logan Eisert, the CEO of Carezza Dolomites, the area has committed to a…
Listen in the app7Alpine Traditions and South Tyrolean Identity
To visit Carezza is to immerse yourself in the unique culture of South Tirol. This region is officially bilingual, with German and Italian used on all signs and in daily conversation. …
Listen in the app8Closing
As our tour of Lago di Carezza comes to an end, we hope you have been moved by the extraordinary harmony of nature, myth, and human effort found here. We have explored the emerald waters where a mermaid once hid, witnessed the…
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What is Carezza?
Carezza is a place in Italy with 8 story sections on Tellby. You can read the opening of each section on this page; the sound plays in the app.
| Location | Italy |
|---|---|
| Type | Activity |
| Story sections | 8 |
| Text language | English |
| Coordinates | 46.4098, 11.5892 |
| Last updated |