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Lai da Palpuogna (Romansh; German: ''Palpuognasee'') is a mountain lake at
Albula Pass The Albula Pass ( Romansh: ''Pass d'Alvra'' or , ) (el. 2312 m) is a Swiss mountain pass in the canton of Graubünden. It lies at the heart of the Albula Alps, on the watershed between the Albula, tributary of the Rhine and the Ova d'Alvra, tr ...
in the municipality of Bergün, in the
Grisons The Grisons (; ) or Graubünden (),Names include: * ; *Romansh language, Romansh: ** ** ** ** ** **; * ; * ; * . See also list of European regions with alternative names#G, other names. more formally the Canton of the Grisons or the Canton ...
, Switzerland. Surrounded by pine forests and majestic peaks, the lake offers a serene setting that captivates visitors throughout the year. The crystal-clear waters reflect the sky and mountains, creating a picturesque scene that's perfect for
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. In a 2007 television program of the Swiss channel SF 1, the lake was voted the most beautiful place in
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. Many tourists and locals visit this natural wonder to hike, picnic, and immerse themselves in its tranquil beauty. To protect the ecology and biodiversity of the lake, the municipality of Bergün has prohibited the use of the lake for swimming in order to avoid contamination with sunscreen and other products used by visitors.


See also

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List of mountain lakes of Switzerland This is a list of high-altitude lakes of Switzerland. It includes all significant lakes located either entirely or partly in Switzerland, both natural and artificial, with an area of at least 4 ha (9.9 acres) and a location at over above sea l ...


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* Lakes of Graubünden Reservoirs in Switzerland LLaidaPalpuogna Bergün Filisur {{graubünden-lake-stub