When the heat gets hot, there is nothing better than taking a dip in the middle of nature. Spain has real hidden treasures: lakes and reservoirs with crystal clear waters where you can cool off, surrounded by spectacular scenery. Here I share with you the most beautiful lakes in Spain to swim in summer and enjoy a different and natural summer.
Lake Sanabria – The largest glacial lake on the peninsula
In the middle of the nature of Zamora, this lake is ideal for swimming, kayaking or just relaxing on its small sandy beaches. The water is cool, but in summer it is appreciated.
📍Sanabria, Castilla y León
Lagos de Covadonga – High mountain beauty
In the Picos de Europa, these lakes are colder and not suitable for bathing in all cases, but the scenery is so impressive that it is worth approaching and getting your feet wet.
📍Asturias
Zahara de la Sierra Reservoir – Beach in the heart of the Andalusian hinterland
Turquoise waters surrounded by mountains and white villages. In summer you can swim and paddle surf in this corner of the Sierra de Grazalema.
📍Cadiz, Andalusia
Lake of Banyoles – Calm waters in Catalonia
This natural lake, very close to Girona, is perfect for swimming safely. It has areas enabled for bathing and is ideal for a picnic day.
📍Banyoles, Catalonia
Buendía Reservoir – Nature and Sculptures in Castilla-La Mancha
In addition to bathing, you can explore the “Faces of Buendía”, sculptures carved in stone in the middle of the forest. A different plan for a full day.
📍Cuenca, Castilla-La Mancha
Lake Anna – Hidden Valencian Oasis
A small lake surrounded by vegetation where you can swim, rent boats or just relax under the palm trees.
📍Anna, Valencia
Boadella Reservoir – Refreshing in the mountains
A quiet corner in the province of Girona, ideal for swimming, sailing or relaxing in nature without large crowds.
📍Darnius, Catalonia
Enol Lake – Asturian postcard
Although bathing is not allowed, it is one of the most beautiful lakes in Spain to enjoy the scenery, hiking and breathing fresh air.
📍Picos de Europa, Asturias
Embalse de Orellana – With blue flag
One of the few reservoirs in Europe with blue flag for the quality of its waters. It has conditioned beaches and is perfect to spend a different summer day.
📍Orellana la Vieja, Extremadura
Lagunas de Ruidera – A paradise of crystal clear water
A set of connected lagoons, with turquoise waters, waterfalls and bathing areas. It is one of the most beautiful places to refresh yourself in the center of Spain.
📍Ciudad Real – Albacete, Castile-La Mancha
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