Lago di Livigno Monastery
Alpine reservoir on Italy–Switzerland border, water sports
High in the Alps on the Italo‑Swiss frontier, Lago di Livigno is a narrow reservoir framed by peaks; hikers, windsurfers in summer and nearby skiers make use of the valley.
Lago di Livigno at a Glance#
Address: Lago di Livigno (Swiss/Italian border area), Grisons, Switzerland
About Lago di Livigno#
Lago di Livigno is a high-altitude reservoir situated close to the town of Livigno in the Alps, near the border between Italy and Switzerland. The artificial lake stores water for hydroelectric generation and regional water management.
The lake is surrounded by alpine terrain and is a feature of the high valley that hosts the town of Livigno; it is accessible from mountain roads that serve the local skiing and summer tourism economy. Recreational use around the lake includes hiking and mountain biking on nearby tracks.
The impoundment was created by damming valley streams to provide regulated water storage for power generation and irrigation. Its basin and infrastructure form part of the broader hydroelectric network serving this part of the Alps.
Geographically the lake sits in a high mountain valley in the Rhaetian Alps, immediately adjacent to the municipality of Livigno; the landscape is characterised by steep slopes, alpine pastures and parking and service facilities associated with mountain tourism.
- High-altitude reservoir: Located at high elevation close to the town of Livigno, the lake is used primarily for water storage and hydroelectric purposes and lies near the Italy-Switzerland border.
How to Get to Lago di Livigno#
Lago di Livigno is reached from the town of Livigno in the canton of Grisons; access is via mountain roads, including the Munt la Schera Tunnel from Switzerland (subject to tolls and regulations). Public buses connect from nearby valleys.
Tips for Visiting Lago di Livigno#
- Expect high-altitude conditions; sunscreen and windproof layers are essential even on sunny days.
- Combine a visit with cross-border road trips - the lake sits near the Swiss-Italian border and alpine passes make rewarding detours.
- Boat and fishing regulations vary by canton; check with local tourist offices for permitted activities.
Best Time to Visit Lago di Livigno#
Summer for hiking and alpine lakeside activities; winter for skiing in the Livigno region.
Weather & Climate near Lago di Livigno#
Lago di Livigno's climate is classified as Subarctic - Subarctic climate with cool summers (peaking in July) and freezing winters (coldest in January). Temperatures range from -12°C to 16°C. Moderate rainfall (635 mm/year).
| Month | Comfort | Temp | Feels | Rain | Sky | Humidity | Wind | UV | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | Poor | -12° - -2° | -12° | 34 mm | partly cloudy | 87% | 2.5 m/s | 0.1 low | 8.9h |
| February | Poor | -12° - -1° | -11° | 28 mm | partly cloudy | 89% | 2.5 m/s | 0.3 low | 10.2h |
| March | Poor | -8° - 2° | -7° | 33 mm | partly cloudy | 90% | 2.7 m/s | 0.7 moderate | 11.8h |
| April | Poor | -4° - 5° | -3° | 37 mm | overcast | 84% | 2.8 m/s | 1.0 high | 13.4h |
| May | Acceptable | 0° - 10° | 3° | 60 mm | overcast | 80% | 2.6 m/s | 1.4 high | 14.8h |
| June | Acceptable | 3° - 14° | 7° | 77 mm | overcast | 77% | 2.5 m/s | 1.6 very high | 15.6h |
| July | Good | 5° - 16° | 11° | 82 mm | partly cloudy | 77% | 2.5 m/s | 1.7 very high | 15.2h |
| August | Good | 5° - 16° | 11° | 85 mm | partly cloudy | 79% | 2.3 m/s | 1.4 high | 14.0h |
| September | Acceptable | 2° - 13° | 6° | 65 mm | partly cloudy | 81% | 2.3 m/s | 1.0 moderate | 12.4h |
| October | Poor | -1° - 8° | 1° | 55 mm | partly cloudy | 83% | 2.4 m/s | 0.5 moderate | 10.7h |
| November | Poor | -7° - 2° | -6° | 43 mm | partly cloudy | 87% | 2.5 m/s | 0.2 low | 9.3h |
| December | Poor | -10° - -1° | -10° | 36 mm | partly cloudy | 87% | 2.5 m/s | 0.1 low | 8.5h |
