Travel Guide of Lago di Braies in Italy by Influencers and Travelers

The Pragser Wildsee, or Lake Prags, Lake Braies is a lake in the Prags Dolomites in South Tyrol, Italy. It belongs to the municipality of Prags which is located in the Prags valley.

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Reviews of Lago di Braies from Travel Influencers

-The hotels have an amazing view
-You can rent a boat or do a loop around the lake
-The closest parking to the lake costs around 30€
-There are 4 different parking options
-The lake is beautiful and a must see

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• Venice to the Dolomites Private Full-Day Private Tour by Car - from $1,380
• From Bolzano: Private Day Tour by car: The Heart of the Eastern Dolomites - from $372
• Dolomites Full-Day Driving Tour from Cortina d’Ampezzo - from $404
• Private Dolomites Day Trip from Venice by Mercedes Class e Lux - from $1,337
• Dolomites Full-Day Excursion from Bolzano - from $414

How to visit Lago di Braies ?

To get to Lago di Braies, you can fly into the nearest airports: Innsbruck (Austria), Venice or Verona (Italy). From there, you can rent a car or use public transportation, such as trains and buses, to reach the lake. The nearest train station is in Monguelfo-Tesido, from where you can take a bus to Lago di Braies.

It's essential to book your accommodations in advance, especially during the high season (June to September). There's no need to pre-book activities, as you can easily rent boats or join guided hikes once you arrive. However, if you plan to explore the Dolomites extensively, you might consider booking a guided tour in advance.

The costs for visiting Lago di Braies are quite affordable. Entrance to the lake is free, but parking fees may apply. Boat rentals cost around €25 per hour, while guided hikes and tours can range from €30 to €100 per person, depending on the duration and difficulty.

The best things to do at Lago di Braies include walking along the picturesque 3.5 km trail around the lake, renting a rowboat to explore its turquoise waters, and hiking up to the nearby mountain peaks for stunning panoramic views. Don't miss the opportunity to photograph the picturesque boathouse and the iconic wooden pier.

For dining options, you can enjoy delicious South Tyrolean cuisine at the Lago di Braies Restaurant, which offers stunning lake views. Alternatively, indulge in traditional Italian dishes at Ristorante Pizzeria Grüner Baum, or try local specialties at Malga Foresta, a cozy alpine hut.

When it comes to accommodations, consider staying at Hotel Lago di Braies, which is located right on the lake's shore and offers beautiful views and comfortable rooms. Other options include the charming Hotel Hofer, situated in the nearby town of Dobbiaco, or the family-run Hotel Trenker, located in the Braies Valley.

Off the beaten path:

For an unusual travel experience, consider hiking to the Fanes-Sennes-Braies Nature Park, a hidden gem within the Dolomites. This park offers a diverse landscape of alpine meadows, rugged mountain peaks, and pristine lakes, as well as the opportunity to spot wildlife such as marmots, chamois, and golden eagles. The park is also home to the Legends of the Dolomites, a series of traditional Ladin stories about the Kingdom of Fanes, which will enchant and intrigue you as you explore this lesser-known area.

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Lake Braies is one of the most popular Italian tourist destinations. All year round, thousands of people come to visit the lake, which lies at about 1,500 m above sea level and is famous for its turquoise green color and for the Croda del Becco peak which overlooks it.
 Swimming is allowed. However, few people have been brave enough to dive into its icy waters, although on the warmer days sunbathers and daredevils abound on the southern shores of the lake.
The setting of Lake Braies in the Dolomites is often used for filming. It has always been a popular subject for cameras and mobile phone lenses, with the Hotel Lago di Braies on one side and the Croda del Becco on the other.*

The Lago di Braies (or Braies lake), considered as the pearl of the lakes of the Dolomites, it is a must-see destination that we already talked about in our article about the Dolomites in Italy. We know that it is a popular tourist destination, of course, but that doesn't mean that we don't want to go there! It is difficult to resist the beautiful pictures of the lake of Braies that we can find on the internet and we understand it. Indeed, the Pragser Wildsee is a very popular place in the Dolomites, this natural park is classified as a UNESCO world heritage site. And there is a reason: it is very beautiful. It offers magnificent reflections on the surface of the water and its legendary wooden hut that gives a poetic atmosphere to the place. This road trip in the heart of the Italian Alps is a good omen: we go from surprise to surprise.

What we will tell you, is that indeed, the Lago di Braies, is not the wildest destination that we could discover in the Dolomites, but it is nevertheless very beautiful: at the end of the day or dawn, you will have the beauty and the quietness of this lake of the Dolomites almost for you alone, and we assure you one thing, it is crazy! We tell you a little bit about the history and the situation of this Italian lake and then we explain everything to you so that you can visit it in all tranquillity!

Frequently Asked Questions by Travelers planning a trip to Lago di Braies

How to get to the lake of Braies?

It is a small alpine lake located in the Braies Valley, very close to the Tre Cime park at 1496 m of altitude. And also quite close to Bolzano (100 km and 1h30).
The Braies lake is a very, very, tourist destination, all year round, thousands of people come to admire it. They come to visit this lake that attracts by the intense blue and turquoise color of its clear waters, and its natural setting composed of forests and mountains that overlook the lake.
The little extra? The beautiful wooden boats that you can rent and that give a very romantic atmosphere to the lake.
It has always been a favorite of photographers (and Instagram "stars"), with the Hotel Lago di Braies on one side and the Croda del Becco on the other.
You can get there very easily by car, as the points of interest are very close to each other in the Dolomites and you have several parking lots available. You can also go to Lago di Braies by bus via the 442 lines from Ferrara.

What is the best month to visit Lago di Braies?

There is no doubt that it must be beautiful all the time, but it shines in summer: the color of the lake is deep and you can enjoy the splendid reflections of the mountains on the surface of the clear water.

In the summer, we advise you to go early in the morning, around 6/7h, or in the evening, after 19h30. These times will guarantee you the tranquility to fully enjoy the lake and its environment as well as the beautiful lights.

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