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Lake Silvaplana

Silvaplana, Sils

Lake Silvaplana
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last update on 26 Mar 2024
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Facts

Sea level: 1,789 m
Width: 1.40 km
Length: 3.10 km
Area: 2,870 
Depth: 78 m
Water temperature:Not available
Water quality:Not available

Leisure facilities

Diving
Surf School
Sailing School
Fishing
Bike trail
Rowboat Rental

Equipment

Swimming Lake

Kitesurfing in front of a beautiful Alpine panorama.
© Engadin St. Moritz / swiss-image.ch / Christof Sonderegger Kitesurfing in front of a beautiful Alpine panorama.

Situated beautifully amidst the Swiss Alps, Lake Silvaplana near St. Moritz is popular mainly among watersports enthusiasts. Due to relatively reliable winds, the lake is ideal for kite- and windsurfing. The so called Maloja wind starts blowing steadily around noon. Beginners should consider surfing in the morning, before the wind reaches peak velocity. Thanks to the reliable wind, Lake Silvaplana is regular venue for diverse worldcups and European championships as well. Even in winter, Lake Silvaplana is full of sportspeople. Snow-kiting on the frozen lake is increasingly popular.

The Alpine lake is not particularly convenient for swimming: situated 1,790 metres above sea level, the water temperature rarely exceeds 16 degrees. If you are brave enough thouh, you are welcome to test the excellent water quality and harden yourself a bit! Afterwards, you can warm up by the campfire at one of the fire pits.

Things to do

Biking or hiking with Alpine backdrop - another great activity at Lake Silvaplana.
© Switzerland Tourism / swiss-image.ch / Christof Sonderegger Biking or hiking with Alpine backdrop - another great activity at Lake Silvaplana.

A number of facilities are situated around the lake, making it the ideal destination for an action-packed trip. Windsurf centres in Sils and Silvaplana feature restaurants, a windsurfing school, shop and rental. Silvaplana's sports centre holds a restaurant, tennis courts, a skate park, and a kitesurfung school. Rowing boats, kayaks, canoes, and stand-up paddles are available for rent in Silvaplana.

If you fancy more than just a day trip, the local campsite with kiosk invites you to stay overnight.

The area around Lake Silvaplana has a lot in store outside of the water as well. Approximately 580 kilometres of hiking trails go through the region. From stroller- and wheelchair-friendly trails and special cultural or culinary tours to demanding long-distance hikes - there is something for everyone. Moreover, designated mountainbike trails make it easy to discover the area by bike.

Diving
Surf School
Sailing School
Fishing
Bike trail
Rowboat Rental

Interesting facts

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  • Grab something nice to eat and a cold drink at the local kiosk or restaurant.
  • Planning an overnight stay? Close to the Swimming Lake there is a campground. You are in the campfire mood? Campfires are permitted at several spots around the Swimming Lake.
  • There are parking spaces available in the vicinity. There are public restrooms close by at the Swimming Lake.

Video about Lake Silvaplana

Silvaplanersee im Engadin (Schweiz) | 02:56

Contact

Silvaplana Tourist Information
Engadin St. Moritz
7513
Silvaplana
E-Mail
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Phone+41 (0)81 838 70 90
Fax+41 (0)81 838 60 09

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