Where is the Lake Braies - Pragser Wildsee?

Lake Braies is approx. 29 km (30 minutes) from the Berghotel in direction Brunico. More information

Is it allowed to swim in Lake Braies?

No, it is a constantly cold mountain lake in the nature park. More information

Can i camp by the lake?

No, the lake is in the nature park. More information

How high is the Lake Braies - Pragser Wildsee?

The Pragser Wildsee lies at an altitude of 1,496 m. More information

How deep is the Lake Braies - Pragser Wildsee?

The Lake Braies - Pragser Wildsee has an average depth of 17 m, at the deepest point it is 36 m deep. More information

The Lake Braies – the pearl of the Dolomites

The Lake Braies with view to the Seekofel

The Lake Braies – the pearl of the Dolomites

Excursion destination for the whole family in Val Pusteria!

The Lake Braies - Pragser Wildsee is one of the most beautiful lakes in the Dolomites, a must for every Pustertal holidaymaker. Location of the hit series "Un passo dal cielo" and many commercials. Unfortunately now very crowded. However, you should have seen the place because it is unique. Plan your visit very early or as late as possible.

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5 reasons WHY I SHOULD visit the Lake Braies - Pragser Wildsee ...

Belongs to the absolutely most beautiful lakes in the Dolomites
Excursion destination for the whole family. Cozy, also suitable for an afternoon excursion ...
Fantastic mountain scenery in the Dolomites - unique picture with the Seekofel mountain in the background
Location of the hit series "Un passo dal cielo" (Mountain Police - Very close to Heaven) with Terence Hill
Easily accessible by car, bus or bike (e-bike excursion)

How do you get to Lake Braies?

From the Berghotel I come to Lake Braies …

Car: approx. 29 km in a westerly direction, via Innichen - Toblach - and between Niederdorf and Welsberg in a south-west direction
Bus: from Moos (bus stop 150 m from the Berghotel) via Toblach to Lake Braies
Bicycle: with the e-bike (rental bikes in the Berghotel) continuous cycle path
Caution! In the main season by bus and car, registration is necessary at www.prags.bz

What can you do at Lake Braies?

Our recommendations for Lake Braies, what you can do:

Lake tour

Approx. 3.5 km - 1 h
Rather unsuitable for strollers

Boat trip with a rowboat

Can be very idyllic, but mostly very crowded.

Hike to the Grünwaldalm

At the south-western end of the lake in about 30 minutes to the beautifully situated Grünwaldalm – malga foresta.

Hikes, mountain tours from Lake Braies

There are some very beautiful hikes starting from Lake Braies -
you should definitely start early and come back to the lake as late as possible

Seekofel

Seekofel – Croda del Beco

Ascent of the summit on the lake background
Approx. 1,400 m - 6-7 h
Over the Biella hut - challenging hike with an extraordinary view over the north face to the lake

To the Hochalmhütte over the Grünwaldtal

To the Hochalmhütte

... over the Grünwaldtal and back over the Flatschkofel Scharte and the Pragser Furkel to the Pragser Wildsee

Approx. 900 m - 6-7 h
Perfect hike in a uniquely beautiful landscape

Crossing to the Rossalm and on to the Plätzwiese

Approx. 900 m - 6-7 h
Unique landscape - wonderful high-altitude path
Attention: arrival by bus from Tuscherhof junction

The most beautiful hiking trails in the Dolomites

Summer at the Lake Braies

Walk around the lake in about 1 hour, or use the lake as a starting point for a beautiful hike - see below or rent an old style rowing boat.

Winter at the Lake Braies

In winter the lake is frozen and less spectacular. Still perfect for a walk. A cross-country ski run leads directly to the Lake Braies.

Holidays in the Dolomites = holidays at the Berghotel at Sexten

6 reasons for your holiday in the Dolomites at the Berghotel Sesto

Because the Dolomites are very close and you don't need a car
Because Sesto is not so crowded and you can still find quiet places
Because all sports are possible, summer and winter and not just specializing in one sport
Because the Berghotel combines the luxury of a very good hotel with the casualness of a large house
Because the mountains and the landscape are more beautiful here than anywhere else
Because in addition to Lake Braies there are many other great sights, such as the Three Peaks, the Fischleinvalley or the Sorapis Lake

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The most frequently asked questions about Lake Braies

Where is the Lake Braies - Pragser Wildsee?
- Lake Braies is approx. 29 km (30 minutes) from the Berghotel in direction Brunico.
Is it allowed to swim in Lake Braies?
- No, it is a constantly cold mountain lake in the nature park.
Can i camp by the lake?
- No, the lake is in the nature park.
How high is the Lake Braies - Pragser Wildsee?
- The Pragser Wildsee lies at an altitude of 1,496 m.
How deep is the Lake Braies - Pragser Wildsee?
- The Lake Braies - Pragser Wildsee has an average depth of 17 m, at the deepest point it is 36 m deep.