Lake Braies

PLEASE NOTE: From 1 July to 15 September 2026 from 9:00 am to 4:00 pm the valle di Braies is accessible only with means of public transport, on foot, by bike or prior display of a car park reservation or valid transit permit. Online bookings can be submitted starting from early June.

Online reservation is required for the shuttle bus lines 439 and 442. Once sold out, no further tickets for the bus will be issued: prags.bz/en.

With an average depth of 17 metres and the deepest point at 36 metres, Lake Braies is one of the deepest and most stunning lakes of South Tyrol. It stretches over a surface of 31 hectares in the northern part of the Fanes-Senes-Braies nature park and is surrounded by impressive peaks. A natural dam wall which formed after a rockfall led to the formation of Lake Braies.

Lake Braies has been surrounded by legends since time immemorial. According to legends, the gate of the underground Fanes realm at its southern end could be reached by boat. The southern part of the lake is overlooked by the Croda del Becco (2,810 m a.s.l.), also known as Sass dla Porta in Ladin language.

The Pearl of the Dolomite lakes is a perfect destination for relaxing walks along the shores and memorable boat trips on its emerald-green water. Those who would like to explore the surrounding peaks can undertake numerous excursions, e.g. along the Altavia delle Dolomiti no. 1. In summer, if you are brave enough, you can even have a very refreshing swim in the chilly water of Lake Braies.