Villas in Barcis Lake
Barcis Lake is a mountain reservoir in western Friuli, suited to walkers, cyclists and water sports fans. Homes are small, for two to four people, and none has a pool. It is a quiet base, and public transport from the airports is slow.
- Villas
- 16
- From, per week
- £333
About Barcis Lake
Barcis is a mountain village at about 409 metres, built in a basin on the northern shore of Lago di Barcis. The lake is artificial, formed by a dam on the Cellina river in the early 1950s, and its water is emerald in colour. People windsurf, sail and take motorboats out on it, and kayaks and bikes can be hired. A 5.6 km easy loop from Ponte Antoi, taking about two hours, follows the lake, the old Valcellina road and the dam crest. Homes sit together right at the lake, very close to one another. Evenings are quiet village affairs. The canyon of the Forra del Cellina lies nearby. Autumn and winter cut back the activities sharply and the valley goes very quiet.
Is Barcis Lake right for you?
- Best for
- Walkers, cyclists and lake sports in the mountains
- Not for you if
- You want a beach resort, a pool or a lively evening scene.
Near Barcis Lake
Forra del Cellina
A canyon-like gorge linked to the Dolomiti Friulane nature park, close to Barcis.
Sentiero del Dint
A walk through beech forest with three belvederes, including a glass-floored skywalk over the Cellina gorge.
Montereale Valcellina
The comune where the lake's hydroelectric plant sits in a cavern on the left bank of the Cellina at Diga Vecchia.
Lake ring walk
A 5.6 km easy loop from Ponte Antoi along the lake and the old Valcellina road.
Getting to Barcis Lake
Venice Treviso is the closest airport, with Venice Marco Polo and Trieste also possible, but all connections by train and bus take over three hours. A hire car makes the trip far easier and is needed to explore the valley.
When to go to Barcis Lake
The warmer months are when the lake activities and bike hire make most sense. On a late October weekend the autumn sun can fill the lake with emerald reflections, which suits walkers. Autumn and winter limit activities a great deal, and you may meet livestock on the old road during transhumance. Check what is open before an off-season visit.
Villas in Barcis Lake
2-star property
3-star property
Albergo Diffuso - Cjasa Ustin
Barcis Lake, Friuli-Venezia Giulia, Italy
2
1
0
BBQGardenParking+5 more
from£50
per night
3-star property
3-star property
Albergo Diffuso - Cjasa de Barce
Barcis Lake, Friuli-Venezia Giulia, Italy
6
2
0
MicrowaveParkingFridge+3 more
from£67
per night
3-star property
Albergo Diffuso - Cjasa Marisa
Barcis Lake, Friuli-Venezia Giulia, Italy
4
2
0
MicrowaveParkingWashing Machine+4 more
from£55
per night
3-star property
Albergo Diffuso - Cjasa Fantin
Barcis Lake, Friuli-Venezia Giulia, Italy
6
2
0
ParkingFridgeInternet+2 more
from£63
per night
3-star property
Albergo Diffuso - Cjasa Paron Cilli
Barcis Lake, Friuli-Venezia Giulia, Italy
6
3
0
FireplaceMicrowaveParking+6 more
from£64
per night
3-star property
Elsa
Barcis Lake, Friuli-Venezia Giulia, Italy
4
1
0
DishwasherMicrowaveParking+7 more
from£55
per night
3-star property
Albergo Diffuso - Cjasa de Pagnocca
Barcis Lake, Friuli-Venezia Giulia, Italy
3
1
0
MicrowaveParkingWashing Machine+5 more
from£50
per night
3-star property
Matilda
Barcis Lake, Friuli-Venezia Giulia, Italy
4
1
0
DishwasherMicrowaveParking+7 more
from£55
per night
3-star property
Sergio
Barcis Lake, Friuli-Venezia Giulia, Italy
3
1
0
ParkingWashing MachineFridge+6 more
from£48
per night
3-star property
Albergo Diffuso - Cjasa Ustin
Barcis Lake, Friuli-Venezia Giulia, Italy
2
1
0
BBQGardenParking+5 more
from£51
per night
3-star property
Albergo Diffuso - Cjasa de Barce
Barcis Lake, Friuli-Venezia Giulia, Italy
2
1
0
ParkingFridgeInternet+2 more
from£48
per night
3-star property
Albergo Diffuso - Cjasa Ustin
Barcis Lake, Friuli-Venezia Giulia, Italy
4
2
0
BBQGardenParking+5 more
from£54
per night
3-star property
Albergo Diffuso - Cjasa Ustin
Barcis Lake, Friuli-Venezia Giulia, Italy
5
2
0
BBQDishwasherGarden+6 more
from£71
per night
3-star property
Albergo Diffuso - Cjasa Ustin
Barcis Lake, Friuli-Venezia Giulia, Italy
5
2
0
BBQDishwasherFireplace+7 more
from£67
per nightBarcis Lake villa holidays: questions answered
Is Barcis Lake natural?
No. Lago di Barcis is a reservoir created by a dam on the Cellina river, built in 1952 and 1953 and tested in 1954. It lies at about 402 metres, is up to 45 metres deep and powers a hydroelectric plant.
What can you do on Barcis Lake?
Windsurfing, sailing, motorboating and sport fishing all happen on the lake, and kayaks and bikes can be hired in the village. A 5.6 km easy loop from Ponte Antoi takes about two hours and crosses the dam crest.
Is Barcis Lake worth visiting in autumn or winter?
Yes, if you want quiet. On a late October weekend the lake can glow with emerald reflections, and the Sentiero del Dint runs through beech forest. Autumn and winter limit activities a lot, so confirm opening before you go.
Which airport is closest to Barcis Lake?
Venice Treviso is the closest, with Trieste and Venice Marco Polo the other options. Public transport from each takes over three hours, so a hire car is the simpler way to arrive.
Is there a pool at the homes in Barcis Lake?
No. The homes here are small, mostly for two to four people, and none has a pool. The lake and its paths are the draw instead.
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Written by the TrustedVillas team. Last reviewed October 2026.
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