About
Kanadas erster Nationalpark, gegründet 1885, mit atemberaubenden Berglandschaften, Gletscherseen und vielfältiger Tierwelt in den kanadischen Rocky Mountains. Bekannt für den berühmten Lake Louise und die Stadt Banff.
Banff National Park lies in the Canadian province of Alberta, in the Canadian Rockies of North America. It is Canada's first national park, established in 1885, and it remains one of the country's best-known places for mountain scenery.
What the park offers
The park is known for its mountain landscapes and glacial lakes, which give many views their particular colour and stillness. Its wildlife is varied, and the park's setting in the Rockies makes it a natural choice for visitors who want to be outdoors among high peaks and wide valleys.
Lake Louise and the town of Banff
Two places in the park draw many visitors. Lake Louise is one of the park's most iconic sights, set against the mountains. The town of Banff sits within the park and serves as a base for exploring the surrounding area.
Planning a visit
- Allow time to see both the lakes and the mountain views, which vary with the light and season.
- Watch for wildlife, and keep a respectful distance from animals you see.
- Use the town of Banff as a base for sightseeing and for services around the park.