Lake Caldonazzo
Lake Trentino lake used for water sports and beaches
In Valsugana, Trentino, Lake Caldonazzo draws windsurfers, swimmers, and weekenders; quaint towns ring the shore and walking routes climb into nearby hills.
Lake Caldonazzo is a freshwater lake in Trentino in northern Italy, located in the Valsugana valley. It is a regional recreational lake popular for watersports and lakeside tourism.
The lake’s sheltered waters and prevailing breezes attract windsurfers, sailors and swimmers, and there are beaches, promenades and facilities in nearby towns. Local towns such as Caldonazzo and Levico Terme provide visitor services and accommodation.
The lake is a natural alpine valley lake that has long supported local tourism and lakeside development rather than industrial uses.
It lies in the Valsugana area of Trentino, in the foothills east of the city of Trento, surrounded by low mountains and valley settlements.
- Watersports: Popular for windsurfing and sailing, with several lakeside towns providing boat launches and rental services.
How to Get to Lake Caldonazzo #
From Trento: follow the A22/E45 and then provincial roads toward Pergine Valsugana; the lake is a short drive from the town center and well signed. Regional buses serve the lakeside towns in season.
Tips for Visiting Lake Caldonazzo #
- Park in the lakeside towns of Pergine Valsugana or Calceranica al Lago and walk the lakeside paths to find quieter coves.
- Try local fish dishes in the village trattorie - the lake's culinary identity leans on freshwater fish preparations.
- For photography, early morning light off the southern shore captures reflections of the surrounding Dolomite foothills.
Best Time to Visit Lake Caldonazzo #
Best in late spring through early autumn for warm weather and full services.
Weather & Climate near Lake Caldonazzo #
Lake Caldonazzo's climate is classified as Oceanic - Oceanic climate with warm summers (peaking in July) and cold winters (coldest in January). Temperatures range from -2°C to 26°C. Moderate rainfall (804 mm/year).
January
January is the coolest month with highs of 5°C and lows of -2°C. Moderate rainfall (44 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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February
February is cold with highs of 7°C and lows of -2°C. Moderate rainfall (37 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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March
March is cold with highs of 11°C and lows of 2°C. Moderate rainfall (47 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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April
April is cool with highs of 15°C and lows of 6°C. Moderate rainfall (66 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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May
May is cool with highs of 20°C and lows of 11°C. Moderate rainfall (79 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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June
June is mild with highs of 24°C and lows of 14°C. Regular rainfall (89 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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July
July is the warmest month with highs of 26°C and lows of 16°C. Moderate rainfall (78 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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August
August is mild with highs of 26°C and lows of 16°C. Regular rainfall (84 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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September
September is cool with highs of 22°C and lows of 12°C. Moderate rainfall (76 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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October
October is cool with highs of 16°C and lows of 7°C. The wettest month with 92 mm of rain and partly cloudy skies.
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November
November is cold with highs of 9°C and lows of 2°C. Moderate rainfall (65 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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December
December is cold with highs of 5°C and lows of -2°C. Moderate rainfall (47 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
