Lago di Braies, Italy

Lago di Braies

An emerald mountain lake with wooden rowing boats below sheer peaks.

  • Jun–Oct
  • 1 night
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Things to do

2 days in Lago di Braies

Day 1

  1. MorningArrive at sunrise for the mirror-calm lake; in summer the road needs a booked parking slot or the bus.
  2. AfternoonRent one of the wooden rowing boats, or walk the 4-kilometre path around the lake.
  3. EveningStay in a guesthouse in the Pustertal valley.

Day 2

Visit the Tre Cime di Lavaredo, or hike to the Prato Piazza plateau.

What to eat

Apple strudel and canederli, Tyrolean bread dumplings.

Local tips

Make the most of Lago di Braies

Beat the crowds

Be there at sunrise for the still water and empty shore. By 10:00 in summer the lakeside is very busy.

Best photo spot

The wooden boats and boathouse with the mountain behind, from the shore at the north end of the lake. Walk the loop for different angles.

Getting there

In summer the road to the lake has access limits for cars during the day; check the rules and book, or take the bus from the valley.

Don't miss nearby

Prato Piazza, a high plateau with huge mountain views, reachable from the same valley.

Good to know

The walk around the lake takes about an hour. Swimming is not allowed. In winter the lake can freeze and looks completely different.

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Plan your visit

Getting to Lago di Braies

Getting there

  • Bolzano Airport (BZO)65 km away
  • Innsbruck Airport (INN)85 km away
  • Innsbruck80 km away
  • Venice140 km away

Reachable by car or public transport; a car gives you more freedom to explore the area. Distances are in a straight line.

At a glance

Best timeJun–Oct
TypeNature spot
Good forNature
Getting thereCar or public transport
Stay1 night
CountryItaly

Questions

Lago di Braies: good to know

Is Lago di Braies worth visiting?

Yes, especially if you like nature. An emerald mountain lake with wooden rowing boats below sheer peaks.

How many days do you need in Lago di Braies?

Plan 1 night. Our free 2-day plan above shows how to spend your time.

When is the best time to visit Lago di Braies?

The best time to visit is Jun to Oct. Be there at sunrise for the still water and empty shore. By 10:00 in summer the lakeside is very busy.

How do you get to Lago di Braies?

The nearest airport is Bolzano Airport (BZO), about 65 km away. In summer the road to the lake has access limits for cars during the day; check the rules and book, or take the bus from the valley.

What is there to see near Lago di Braies?

Nearby hidden places include Tre Cime di Lavaredo (19 km), Krimml Waterfalls (57 km) and Grossglockner Road (69 km).

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