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Fairy Lake and Crocette

Lago delle Fate, 28876 Macugnaga VB, Italia ★★★★☆ 404 views
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About Fairy Lake and Crocette

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To the Lake of the Fairies, at the beginning of the Quarazza Valley, you can reach it from Isella (hamlet below Staffa) following the dirt road and the "Schlittuweg" (Path of the Sledges) that leads to the beautiful hillock of Motta. From this hamlet it is possible to reach in short time the artificial basin of the Fairy Lake, 1309 mt. It is also possible to go up to the Lago delle Fare from Borca - Spiss along a steep path with steps. From the dam, continuing along the easy road among larch and fir trees, you reach the locality "Crocette", better known as "Città Morta" (Dead City), with the testimonies of the ancient working of gold (1460 m). The place is in fact an ancient settlement of miners who worked in the nearby mines.

Fairy Lake and Crocette - Lago delle Fate | Secret World Trip Planner
Fairy Lake and Crocette - Lago delle Fate | Secret World Trip Planner
Fairy Lake and Crocette - Lago delle Fate | Secret World Trip Planner
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Frequently Asked Questions

From Isella, a hamlet below Staffa, you can follow the dirt road and the 'Schlittuweg' (Path of the Sledges) that leads to the hillock of Motta and then to the artificial basin of Fairy Lake at 1309 meters. This route is accessible and relatively quick to complete.
Yes, you can reach Lago delle Fare from Borca-Spiss via a steep path with steps, which offers an alternative route if you're coming from a different direction. However, this option is more challenging due to its steepness.
Crocette, also known as 'Città Morta' (Dead City), is an ancient miners' settlement located at 1460 meters that offers testimonies of gold mining dating back to 1460. You can reach it by continuing along an easy road through larch and fir trees from the Fairy Lake dam, making it a fascinating historical addition to your hike.
The walk from Fairy Lake dam to Crocette is easy and well-maintained, passing through beautiful alpine forests of larch and fir trees. The path is relatively straightforward compared to other routes in the area, making it suitable for hikers of various abilities.
Fairy Lake sits at 1309 meters elevation, while Crocette (Dead City) is located slightly higher at 1460 meters. Both locations are accessible alpine destinations that offer stunning mountain scenery and historical interest.