Hike & Visit the Most Beautiful Lake Braies in Italy

Is it already Lago di Instagram or Lago di Braies? We don’t know. But not a lot of things can compare to gazing over the glossy, reflective surface of a quiet, peaceful lake in a mountain-occupied area, even if it’s just for a few moments. Lago di Braies (Pragser Wildsee), a beautiful 1500m-high mountain lake in Italy, will make you forget about the act of blinking. Check out the map of this easy 6-kilometer route, find out where you can take the most beautiful pictures, and join us on this hiking journey.

Probably more well-known to photographers, Lake Braies Lake (Italian: Lago di Braies) has been a popular excursion spot in the Alps for young and old for more than a century. Here a quiet mountain lake helps tourist development.

The impressive crowning glory of the panorama, however, is the incredibly powerful north face of the Seekofel mountain, which restricts the view. This gently sloping hike leads around the romantic lake through the picturesque Grünwald valley and allows even alpine beginners to hike the wonders of the Dolomites.

In the middle of an extensive alpine meadow and at the foot of the Seekofel lies the popular Grünwaldalm (1590m), it is the destination of this family-friendly hike. — In the middle of an extensive alpine meadow and at the foot of the Seekofel lies the popular Grünwaldalm (1590m, go to the end of the lake and turn right), it is the destination of this family-friendly hike. *On this route, the biggest attraction is Lago di Braies, one of the most beautiful lakes in Italy*

Directions! This is how your Lago di Braies hike looks like on a map

Starting point is the parking lot/stop at the Braies Lake (1496m). Pass the boat rental on the left and walk around the lake to the east/left. At the end of the lake, take the second turning and follow the signs to Grünwaldalm/Hochalm hut/Kreuzjoch (trail no. 19).

Follow the valley to the Grünwaldalm (1590m). Return to the lake and here keep left and walk around the lake to the starting point.

Beautiful hikes around the alternative location Prato Piazza usually start in the Val di Braies valley in Ponticello or directly at Prato Piazza (parking lot and bus stop). This hiking route is 6.3km long and it is easy enough even for less experienced hikers. — Beautiful hikes around the alternative location Prato Piazza usually start in the Val di Braies valley in Ponticello or directly at Prato Piazza (parking lot and bus stop). This route is 6.3km long and it is easy enough even for less experienced hikers

Photo tips that will make your Instagram pop – Braies Lake, Grünwaldalm and Seekofel

The most popular photo spot is located directly on the lake shore around the boat rental. However, other beautiful motifs soon appear along the path around the lake. The Grünwaldalm is also worth a snapshot and invites you to linger.

The Grünwaldalm is harmoniously situated in an alpine valley like in a picture book, with gentle pasture mats and framed by the steep rock faces. The view of the Seekofel north face is particularly impressive.

Those who still have time and desire can enjoy a little more peace and quiet in the Altpragser Valley around the Plätzwiese, let the atmosphere take effect and discover the contrasts between gentle alpine meadows and massive dolomite walls on a hike — Those who still have time and desire can enjoy a little more peace and quiet in the Altpragser Valley around the Plätzwiese, let the atmosphere take effect, and discover the contrasts between gentle alpine meadows and massive dolomite walls on a hike. Be prepared and *make sure to check out the best tips of our pro-guides*

The famous Photp Spot on Lago di Instagram (or maybe we stay better with Lago di Braies). Just a stones throw from the parking lot – you cant miss it, the small fishermen hut is the first thing you will see. Be there early! If you want to make a picture on the boat rental (the old hut), prepare to get charged up to several hundred Euros for a private photo shoot. Reserve your spot early! Or for a more unique experience hire our pro photo guides, who know the area much better and get a unique location all to yourself.

Mountain Moments Photo Workshops provide Photo Tours for everybody, Alpine Experience for beginners and intermediate-level photographers with 3 to 6-hour routes, as well as Summit Experience for more advanced photographers and hikers. We have private workshops and group classes.

The boar view at Lago di Braies photo location number one.

Information about your next hiking adventure

How to get there by public transport: take a train via Bruneck or Lienz to Villabassa. Continue to Lake Braies (Lago di Braies/Pragser Wildsee) by public bus.

How to get there by car: Brennero freeway A22 exit Bressanone. Follow the Pustertaler state road and turn into the Pragser Tal valley in the direction of Pragser Wildsee/Lago di Braies. At the end of the valley there is a large parking lot directly at the lake. Access to the valley may be limited.

Start/finish: Braies Lake 46.699671,12.085283

Distance: 6.3km

Duration: 2h

Ascent/descent: 140m/140m

Highest point/lowest point: 1590m/1490m

Hike difficulty level: easy

Special features: Family-friendly hike, tour can be additionally extended via Altkaser hut (not managed) to the alpine situated Hochalm Huts (Ütja Fjodora). Descent as ascent.

Meals: Grünwaldalm (Malga Foresta), Hotel Braies Lake.

Further tips: Alternative hike in the Altpragser valley at the Plätzwiese.

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Photographers might encounter more photo opportunities along the hike around the Lago di Braies.

Just one step further, please, then it’s the perfect shot ;)

Marius

Hi, i am Marius, i love exploring the mountains and nature. Friends say, i know the mountains better than most locals, but actually i get lost all the time while photographing ;). Read more about the Mountain Moments Team.