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Lake Resia Promenade Trail
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15.8km
140m
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Hike the 9.8-mile Lake Resia Bell Tower Walk from Reschen, a moderate route around the lake with views of the iconic submerged bell tower.
Last updated: February 26, 2026
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Almabtrieb in Reschen 🐂
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388 m
Little Castle on Lake Resia
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524 m
Reschensee (Lake Resia) History Information Point
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1.32 km
Schöneben Cable Car
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1.47 km
Inlet to Lake Resia
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2.23 km
West Shore Cycle Path at Lake Resia
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2.48 km
Saint Martin Chapel
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3.25 km
Picnic area with lake view at Reschensee
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3.87 km
Small waterfall at Lake Reschen
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15.8 km
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12.5 km
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10.5 km
3.78 km
849 m
242 m
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167 m
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best time of year to hike the Lake Resia Bell Tower Walk?
The trail is beautiful year-round. During warmer months, you'll enjoy lush alpine scenery and water sports on the lake. In winter, when Lake Resia freezes over, you can even walk directly to the bell tower across the ice, offering a unique experience.
Where can I park for the Lake Resia Bell Tower Walk from Reschen?
Parking is available in Reschen, which serves as the starting point for this walk. Given the trail's popularity, arriving earlier in the day is advisable, especially during peak season, to secure a spot.
Is the Lake Resia Bell Tower Walk suitable for families with children or buggies?
Yes, much of the path around Lake Resia is asphalted and generally flat, making it very suitable for families and accessible for buggies. The total length of over 15 kilometers should be considered, but you can always complete half the trail and use a bus to return if needed.
Are dogs allowed on the trail?
Yes, dogs are generally welcome on the Lake Resia Bell Tower Walk. Please keep your dog on a leash and remember to clean up after them to maintain the trail's cleanliness for everyone.
What kind of terrain can I expect on this hike?
The trail primarily follows a promenade path around Lake Resia. You'll find sections that are asphalted, making for easy walking, as well as some gravel paths. The route is largely flat, with only minor elevation changes.
What are the main points of interest along the route?
The most iconic landmark is the 14th-century bell tower emerging from Lake Resia. Other highlights include the Little Castle on Lake Resia, the Reschensee (Lake Resia) History Information Point, and various scenic spots like the Picnic area with lake view at Reschensee and a Small waterfall at Lake Reschen.
Do I need any permits or pay an entrance fee to hike this trail?
No, there are no permits or entrance fees required to hike the Lake Resia Bell Tower Walk. It is freely accessible to the public.
Does this trail connect with other hiking or cycling routes?
Yes, the route around Lake Resia is well-integrated with other paths. It covers 100% of the Seepromenade and 91% of the Rund um den Reschensee trail. You'll also find sections that overlap with the Vinschgauer Radweg and the Etschradroute - Via Claudia Augusta, popular cycling routes in the region.
Are there places to eat or get refreshments along the way?
Yes, as the trail circles Lake Resia and passes through villages like Reschen and Curon, you'll find various cafes and restaurants where you can stop for a meal or a drink. There's also a Picnic area with lake view at Reschensee if you prefer to bring your own food.
What makes the Lake Resia Bell Tower so special?
The bell tower is the only visible remnant of the former village of Curon, which was submerged in 1950 to create a hydroelectric dam. It stands as a poignant symbol of a lost community and is a truly unique and photogenic landmark. Local legends even suggest that on windy days, the bells can still be heard ringing, despite having been removed before the flooding.
Is it possible to shorten the Lake Resia Bell Tower Walk?
Yes, if you find the full 15-kilometer loop too long, you can easily complete half of the trail and then use local bus services to return to your starting point in Reschen. This allows for a more flexible and shorter excursion while still enjoying the lake's beauty.
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... Meran was actually planned as a stopover on my journey home ... but the city center was even fuller than usual due to a rubber duck race 🐥https://entenrennen.it/ ... mass human attitude to the power of three 🤪 ... there I have it I immediately turned around and preferred to do another spontaneous hiking tour at the Reschenpass, but without fascinating hiking company, alone with Antonius (withdrawal symptoms) ... P.S. the fire brigade photo is from a training area at Lake Reschen...
On our first day of vacation, a lap around the wintry empty Reschensee. With just a few meters of altitude, that was just the right thing to get you in the mood!👍😊
I've always wanted to go there - and now nobody could complain about the 80 km journey. 😄 Even if the water has almost been drained since 2021 due to maintenance work, there is now the opportunity to walk around the infamous church tower ⛪️. And I didn't want to miss the opportunity. And so that it's not just a walk, I circled the entire lake on the lake promenade. Not really exciting - but paved paths also have one or the other practical advantage... 🤷♂️
This morning I started a lap around the Reschensee. We started at 9:30 a.m., at a cold and windy 5°, at the dam wall at the southern end. I walked clockwise, up the west side to Reschen and back down the east side. The view of the lake and the mountains is always absolutely beautiful! But unfortunately you walk almost exclusively on asphalt, now and then on gravel and on the east side the road mostly runs alongside the cycle/footpath. Now it's a few kilometers further to Mals, where my 6-day Vinschgau circular hike begins tomorrow.
Lago di Resia 2.0..Since it was so foggy yesterday and unfortunately we couldn't see anything, we went there again today and then we almost circled the lake (which was completely empty because construction work has been going on there for 3 years). The sunken tower and the view of the mountains are definitely worth seeing. Simply magical! 💚🏔
Repeatedly said when we drove past it now finally done. At the start of our vacation, we decided this time to make the first tour very comfortable. The tour around the lake is very pleasant to walk, the path is mostly paved with a few exceptions, so it is advisable to wear good shoes, possibly with cushioning. If you are on foot, also watch out for the cyclists, as the path is divided. Well have fun
Ya, hello.... once around the lake, there isn't much water in it, the rest is under a blanket of snow. The path is not easy to manage with the thick slush. The drizzle doesn't make things any better either. But that only bothers me to a limited extent , running and the prospect of a 🍺 later motivates and relaxes me. Besides, it's vacation 🤘🍺🍻😘😘😘
The Reschensee is a reservoir with an area of 677 hectares in the municipality of Graun and is 1498m above sea level. The lake is located just south of the Reschen Pass in the Vinschgau or Vinschger Oberland, the highest section of the Adige Valley. When the lake was dammed up in 1950, the entire village of Graun and a large part of the village of Reschen sank into the floods of the reservoir, a total of 163 houses and 523 hectares of fertile cultivated soil were flooded. Around 100 affected families from Graun and Reschen had to decide whether they wanted to stay on site and build new houses at a higher level or move elsewhere. Today, only the church tower that rises out of Lake Reschen still bears witness to the flooded Alt-Graun. On July 16, 1950, the bells rang one last time before they were removed forever, along with the hands of the tower clock.