Lago di Cavazzo
lake in Northern Italy
Lago di Cavazzo (Friulian: Lât di Cjavaç) is the largest natural lake in the Province of Udine, Friuli-Venezia Giulia, Italy. At an elevation of 191 m, its surface area is 1.74 km².
Geography
The lake is situated in the territory of the municipality of Cavazzo Carnico, in the north-east of Italy. Lake Cavazzo is of glacial origin and it is 2,250 m long, 400 to 800 m wide, has a maximum depth of about 40 m; its surface area is 1.2 km² and its perimeter is 7.6 km.
Flora and fauna
A vast reedbed occupies part of the south shore and is an ideal breeding habitat for various native fish species such as pike, tench, perch and more. There are also different species of birds, such as common mallard and kingfisher, which are visible as you walk along the path that borders the lake. All along the shores of the lake birdwatchers can find observation towers positioned at strategic points. The valley is renowned for the presence of numerous species of butterflies and it is possible to visit the House of Butterflies in Bordano to discover lepidopterans and other insects from all over the world.
The campsite is also an excellent starting point for those who want to hike the trails in the forests of the Carnic Prealps. A short distance away you can also find the Lake Cornico Nature Reserve, the natural habitat of griffon vultures.
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Maps, plans, fabric surveys and administrative records can establish how the site’s name, extent and function changed over time. The source revision retrieved here is dated Jul 26, 2026. The linked authority identifier is Q1051808. VIAF identifies the subject as 246641398. Authority coordinates are 46.328, 13.072. 2 of 2 selected statements include explicit references; 0 carry qualifiers and 0 use preferred rank.
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