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Lagonegro (Potenza)
Lake Laudemio (Lago Remmo)
Lake Laudemio, also known as Lago Remmo, is a glacial lake at over 1,500 metres above sea level on the Sirino massif, in the territory of Lagonegro. It is a nature reserve surrounded by dense beech woodland.
- Opening hoursOpen all year; the road may be snowy in winter.
- AdmissionFree entry.
- WhereMonte Sirino – Lagonegro (PZ)
What to see
- The lake, which in spring can take on an emerald green colour due to a particular type of algae.
- The surrounding beech woods and the trails that climb towards the peaks.
- The wildlife of the Sirino: wolf, otter and spectacled salamander, plus plants such as the Sirino milkvetch (astragalo del Sirino).
What to do
In summer there are walks and trekking, on foot or on horseback; in winter, nordic walking and snowshoeing, and in the Sirino area you can ski (at the Lago Laudemio and Conserva di Lauria ski resorts). In summer the trails also lead to the Madonna della Neve chapel, at 1,907 metres.
How to get there
Drive up from Lagonegro or Lauria along the Sirino road, in the Parco Nazionale dell’Appennino Lucano (Appennino Lucano National Park).
Useful information
- Free entry. In winter the road may be snowbound.
- For more ideas, see our guide to the lakes of Basilicata.
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