The Vedrette di Ries-Aurina nature park boasts the highest number of glaciers of South Tyrol’s nature parks
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The Vedrette di Ries-Aurina nature park in the Valle Aurina extends on a surface of 31,505 hectares and stretches over the municipalities of Campo Tures, Gais, Perca, Rasun-Anterselva, Aurina and Predoi. The largest protected area of Europe comprises the nature parks of Vedrette di Ries-Aurina and Alti Tauri, as well as the protected area of the Zillertaler Hauptkamm.
The Vedrette di Ries-Aurina nature park is a water-rich area thanks to its numerous glaciers. The landscape is embellished by mountain brooks, lakes and impressive waterfalls. The most fascinating waterfalls are those of Riva, Poia and the gola Tobel. Lake Gola, the three laghi Maler and the laghi Kofler are only some of the park's bodies of water.
The lago di Anterselva, a true natural gem you should definitely not miss, is the third-largest lake of South Tyrol. You can walk around the lake by taking the natural path - a trail featuring 16 installations that reveal interesting facts about the local nature, flora and fauna.
