THE JEWEL OF FLIMS -- Caumasee, Switzerland

Tripoto
10th Aug 2017
Photo of THE JEWEL OF FLIMS -- Caumasee, Switzerland by Annet P S

THE JEWEL OF FLIMS is what Caumasee aka Lake Cauma famously known as. This striking turquoise green lake is nestled in the forest in the canton of Graubünden, Switzerland.

#caumasee #lakecauma #grisons #graubünden

That turquoise water!

Photo of Caumasee, Flims, Switzerland by Annet P S

View of the lake!

Photo of Caumasee, Flims, Switzerland by Annet P S

This crystal clear lake is fed by an underground spring & is located at 1,000 meters above sea level.

#switzerland #suisse #schweiz

Photo of THE JEWEL OF FLIMS -- Caumasee, Switzerland by Annet P S
Photo of THE JEWEL OF FLIMS -- Caumasee, Switzerland by Annet P S
Photo of THE JEWEL OF FLIMS -- Caumasee, Switzerland by Annet P S

How to get to the lake-

As for many, Instagram was my source of inspiration to visit. I was totally mindblown looking at all the beautiful pictures from this lake. Thus, my journey started!! I took a bus ride from Chur to Flims Waldhaus. And from the bus stop, it took me about 30 mins to hike down through the forest path or one can take free funicular ride to this gorgeous lake from the edge of the town in Flims. Walking in the lush green forest, fresh morning breeze + music = an experience to remember. But to top it off, a gorgeous view of the lake from above, the colors popping from within the trees. Breathtaking!! #fromflimswithlove

Into the forest..

Photo of Flims Waldhaus, Flims, Switzerland by Annet P S
Photo of Flims Waldhaus, Flims, Switzerland by Annet P S

View from the top!

Photo of Flims Waldhaus, Flims, Switzerland by Annet P S

Getting there early had its perks, as there was no one yet. I right away started taking photos!

With entry fee being reasonable (adult - 12 chf), one can lounge around or sunbathe or even swim in the alpine waters. Or take a boat or paddle board - for rent and go around the lake. Or simply enjoy the magnificent views of this idyllic landscape. There is something for everyone! I chose the latter.

Lounging area

Photo of THE JEWEL OF FLIMS -- Caumasee, Switzerland by Annet P S
Photo of THE JEWEL OF FLIMS -- Caumasee, Switzerland by Annet P S
Photo of THE JEWEL OF FLIMS -- Caumasee, Switzerland by Annet P S

Dive in!

Photo of THE JEWEL OF FLIMS -- Caumasee, Switzerland by Annet P S

There is an island in the middle that you can paddle or swim to.

An island

Photo of THE JEWEL OF FLIMS -- Caumasee, Switzerland by Annet P S
Photo of THE JEWEL OF FLIMS -- Caumasee, Switzerland by Annet P S
Photo of THE JEWEL OF FLIMS -- Caumasee, Switzerland by Annet P S

There is also a restaurant and an ice cream stand overlooking this Swiss countryside.

#restaurantamcaumasee

Restaurant am Caumasee

Photo of Restaurant am Caumasee, Flims, Switzerland by Annet P S
Photo of Restaurant am Caumasee, Flims, Switzerland by Annet P S

No wonder that this lake is considered by nature/ water lovers as P A R A D I S E!

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Photo of THE JEWEL OF FLIMS -- Caumasee, Switzerland by Annet P S
Photo of THE JEWEL OF FLIMS -- Caumasee, Switzerland by Annet P S

Photo of THE JEWEL OF FLIMS -- Caumasee, Switzerland by Annet P S

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