The tears of a blue-eyed maiden! Switzerland’s stunning “Blue Lake” hides a touching legend

▲ The Blue Lake in Switzerland has a touching backstory, said to be formed from the tears of a blue-eyed maiden.

Reported and photographed by Lin Yuying / Switzerland

“So blue!” Switzerland’s “Blue Lake” (Blausee) is known as a“shining pearl”of the region, with water that is both crystal clear and tranquil, radiating a natural deep blue. Trout swim gracefully in the lake, evoking admiration. Walking along the trail, you may even discover a stone statue of a woman at the lake bottom—and behind it lies a moving love story.Legend says that hundreds of years ago, a blue-eyed maiden waited for her lover and, driven by longing, shed blue tears that eventually formed this crystal-clear, beautiful lake.

▲ Switzerland’s Blue Lake (Blausee) is protected and managed by local authorities as the “Blausee Nature Park.”

Blausee is located in Kandergrund, Switzerland, and is managed and preserved by the local government as the “Blausee Nature Park” (Blausee nature park), so entry requires a ticket. The entire park spans approximately 20 hectares, far from the hustle and bustle and completely free of pollution, with the lake nestled within. As you walk along the trail, the sight of the azure lake will surely take your breath away.

No photo editing is needed—the lake reflects an incredibly pure blue sheen, flawless like a pure maiden, making people exclaim, “It’s really so blue!”With the fresh air and distance from traffic noise, taking a stroll here brings a sense of relaxation and tranquility. Visitors can also take a small rowboat to get a close-up view of the lake. This boat is paddle-powered, and its center bottom is made of glass, allowing you to see the clear blue water and fish swimming beneath.

▲%The lakeside scenery is romantic, and the lake’s blue hues stir emotions, leaving visitors enchanted. [strong]