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Lake·Easy·Relaxing·Popular

Lago di Scanno

Abruzzo

Lago di Scanno is a glacial lake in a dramatic Apennine setting that, from above, forms a near-perfect heart shape — making it Italy's most romantically photogenic lake. The perimeter path circles the water through reed beds and pine forest with the medieval village of Scanno visible on the ridge above.

Duration
2 hours
Distance
6 km
Elevation
+50 m
Best season
May – October

Highlights

  • Heart shape visible from above
  • Scanno medieval village
  • Surrounded by Abruzzo park

With your dog

Dogs welcome on the perimeter path; one dog-friendly beach section.