🌿Lago del Pantano – Mormanno
Lago del Pantano, also called Lago di Mormanno, is a small but attractive artificial lake in the village of Mormanno (Calabria), on the edge of the Pollino National Park. The lake is located in the middle of a green, mountainous landscape and is a popular place for those seeking peace and quiet and nature lovers.
✨ Features
Created by damming the Battendiero River
Surrounded by beech and poplar forests
Peaceful, unspoilt atmosphere with beautiful views of the Pollino Mountains
🐦 Nature & wildlife
Excellent for bird watching
(e.g. herons, cormorants, wild ducks)
Trout, carp and eel live in the lake
Popular spot for anglers
🚶♀️ What can you do there?
Walking around the lake
Picnic in the shade
Cycling on the cycle path (approx. 1.5 km)
Kayaking and canoeing – sporting events such as dragon boat races are regularly organized
Ideal for a quiet nature stop during a day in the Pollino
📍 Location
A short distance from the center of Mormanno
Easily accessible by car
Very popular with day trippers
