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Prags - Braies

Grünwald Alm – Malga Foresta – Lake Braies north shore loop from Prags - Braies

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South Tyrol

Prags - Braies

Grünwald Alm – Malga Foresta – Lake Braies north shore loop from Prags - Braies

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Grünwald Alm – Malga Foresta – Lake Braies north shore loop from Prags - Braies

00:48

6.43km

160m

Running

Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: July 29, 2026

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Your route passes through a protected area

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Naturpark Fanes-Sennes-Prags - Parco Naturale Fanes-Sennes-Braies

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364 m

Our Lady's Chapel at Lake Braies

Highlight • Religious Site

Nice chapel, romantically situated at the edge of the forest and in the bay.

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2.48 km

Grünwald Alm – Malga Foresta

Highlight • Mountain Hut

Nice detour from the overcrowded Pragser Wildsee ;-)
Well frequented hut with a good range of food (large portions) and drinks. Espresso and Kaiserschmarrn are recommended.

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4.23 km

View of Lake Braies from the south

Highlight • Viewpoint

The southern shore of Lake Braies is dominated by the steep rock faces of the Seekofel, creating a particularly wild and impressive landscape.
According to legend, a gateway to the underworld was said to have been located at the southern end of Lake Braies, where the mighty Seekofel towers 2,810 meters above the water. From here, according to legend, one could take a boat into the mysterious realm of the Fanes.

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4.34 km

East Shore Trail of Lago di Braies

Highlight (Segment) • Trail

In contrast to the flatter and easily accessible west shore, the eastern shore reveals its wilder side. The narrow path runs directly along the foot of the steep rock faces, requiring crossing stairs and wooden walkways in places. It is precisely this natural, somewhat more inaccessible nature that makes the eastern shore so appealing: It appears quieter, more pristine, and offers impressive views across the water to the opposite shore and the surrounding Dolomite peaks. Those who walk around the lake will experience the most dramatic scenery here, as the steep slopes of the Seekofel mountain seem to rise directly from the water.

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5.59 km

Running loop around Lake Braies

Highlight • Trail

Lake Braies needs no introduction. The ride is short but worth it. Obviously only possible in low season !!

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5.88 km

Lake Braies

Highlight • Lake

The view of Lago di Braies, nestled in the Dolomites and dominated by the striking Seekofel peak, is one of the most famous panoramas in South Tyrol. Especially when the water surface is calm, the emerald-green lake reflects the surrounding peaks and forests, making it a popular photo subject. The classic postcard view is captured at the boat rental with its wooden jetty, but the approximately four-kilometer circular path around the lake offers many other, often more tranquil perspectives. For particularly impressive atmospheres, a visit in the early morning hours is worthwhile, when the light is soft and the water's surface is smooth as glass. Those seeking an even larger panorama can take more challenging hiking trails to the Seekofel Hut or climb to the summit and experience the lake from a bird's eye view.

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6.19 km

Boathouse and boat rental at Lago di Braies

Highlight • Lake

The boat rental at Lake Braies, known as "La Palafitta," is located on the eastern shore of the emerald-green mountain lake in the Dolomites and rents exclusively traditional wooden rowboats, handcrafted by a family business. The season typically runs from mid-May to the end of October, with longer opening hours during the summer months. A trip usually lasts 45 minutes and costs either around €15 per person in a shared boat or around €50–€55 for a private boat with up to five people. Reservations are not possible for regular trips, so arriving early is recommended, especially during peak season, to avoid long waits. Exclusive offers such as photo shoots or romantic elopement packages can be booked in advance. Arrival is possible by car or bus; during peak season, the road into the Braies Valley is closed during the day, and access reservations are required. If you want to experience the lake in a tranquil setting, you should visit in spring or fall, or start early in the morning when the water is particularly calm and the mountain backdrop is at its most impressive.
All information about boat rentals can be found at:
la-palafitta.com/de

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6.26 km

Lake Braies north shore

Highlight • Lake

Lake Braies has a unique location in the middle of the Braies Dolomites and in the northern part of the Fanes-Sennes-Braies Nature Park. The geological origin of the "Pearl of the Dolomite Lakes", as the emerald green lake is often called, is due to the creation of a dam through a mud flap.

Lake Braies also plays a role in the world of legends, because it was said that you could reach the underground realm of the Fanes by boat. The gateway to the underworld was at the southern end of the lake, where the imposing Seekofel (2,810 m) dominates the lake. It is not for nothing that this summit of the Braies Dolomites, coveted by mountaineers, bears the name "Sass dla Porta", meaning Torberg. Lake Braies is also the starting point for numerous mountain tours in the area and the Dolomite high-altitude trail no. 1 starts here. From the surrounding mountains you can enjoy a breathtaking view of the lake.

The only drawback: the lake is a very popular tourist destination. Visually beautiful, you won't find the tranquility of the mountains here.

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6.43 km

End point

Bus stop

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

3.66 km

2.73 km

< 100 m

Surfaces

5.86 km

310 m

222 m

< 100 m

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Highest point (1,590 m)

Lowest point (1,490 m)

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Grünwald Alm – Malga Foresta – Lake Braies north shore loop from Prags - Braies

Our Lady's Chapel at Lake Braies

Grünwald Alm – Malga Foresta

View of Lake Braies from the south

East Shore Trail of Lago di Braies

Running loop around Lake Braies

Lake Braies

Boathouse and boat rental at Lago di Braies

Lake Braies north shore

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