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About this place
Laaxersee (Romansh: Lag Grond) is a small lake right in the middle of the village of Laax in the Swiss canton of Graubünden. Sitting at about 1,016 m above sea level in the Flims Laax Falera region, it works as the village's own bathing lake.
What kind of lake is it?
Laaxersee covers roughly 5 hectares and reaches a maximum depth of 5.5 m. It normally freezes over in winter. This is not a remote high-alpine tarn but a calm body of water beside the village houses.
Laax is the main settlement of the Surselva region, and the lake is its landmark. The regional tourist board notes that the lake contributed substantially to the village's name. The earliest record of Laax dates to 1290/1298, as "Lages".
What can you do here in summer?
The lakeside bathing area offers:
- a large lawn with shade trees,
- a diving board,
- a beach volleyball court,
- a separate children's swimming area,
- a raft in the middle of the lake,
- a kiosk,
- a petting zoo for kids.
It suits families well. Fishing is also possible, with the season running from 1 May to 15 September.
What is the local history?
The settlement grew only in the High Middle Ages, when free Romansh farmers cleared the land. Later, small trades operated along the Lag Grond shore, including a tannery and two dye works. Tourism arrived in the late 19th century: the Seehof hotel with a bathing facility opened by the lake in 1880. The resort's major boom came from the 1960s with the expansion of the mountain lifts.
Where is it and how do you get there?
The lake lies in the centre of Laax; the bathing area's address is Via Nova 62. Laax belongs to the Flims Laax Falera ski area and neighbours Flims, which has a longer tourism tradition. Reach the village by the regional roads of the Surselva, and check current connections on the Flims Laax Falera website.
When should you visit?
Come in summer for swimming, when the full bathing infrastructure is running. In winter the lake freezes and the village serves as a base for skiing. Opening hours and entry prices change by season, so consult the official regional site.
Frequently asked questions
How big is Laaxersee?
About 5 hectares in area, with a maximum depth of 5.5 m.
Can you swim in Laaxersee?
Yes. There is a bathing area with a diving board, a raft, a children's zone and a beach volleyball court.
Can you fish in the lake?
Yes, the fishing season runs from 1 May to 15 September.
Are Laaxersee and Lag Grond the same lake?
Yes. Lag Grond is the Romansh name and Laaxersee the German one.
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