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Pragser Wildsee (Lago di Braies) Loop Trail

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Prags - Braies

Pragser Wildsee (Lago di Braies) Loop Trail

Easy

4.7

(1932)

14,984

hikers

Pragser Wildsee (Lago di Braies) Loop Trail

01:08

4.06km

70m

Hiking

Embark on an easy hike around Pragser Wildsee, a picturesque loop that takes you 2.5 miles (4.1 km) with a gentle elevation gain of 227 feet (69 metres). You can complete this scenic walk in about 1 hour and 8 minutes, enjoying the well-developed gravel path and occasional stone steps. The trail hugs the lake's edge, offering continuous views of its clear, green waters and the majestic Seekofel massif reflecting on the surface. As you hike, you'll find yourself moving between the shoreline and slightly elevated wooded sections, providing varied perspectives of this alpine gem.

Accessing the Pragser Wildsee loop is straightforward, with the trailhead conveniently located near the historic Hotel Lago di Braies. You will find information boards marking the start of your hike. Several parking areas, specifically P2, P3, and P4, are available for those arriving by car. Alternatively, public bus route 442 offers direct transport to the lake from nearby towns, making it accessible without a personal vehicle.

This iconic mountain lake is nestled within the UNESCO World Heritage Dolomites, specifically in the Fanes-Senes-Braies natural park. The route is known for its pristine mountain scenery and the perfect reflections visible on the water, making it a popular destination for hikers worldwide. Along the way, you can find nice seating areas for picnics and sunny lawns to relax and take in the views.

Last updated: April 23, 2026

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3.58 km

Pragser Wildsee (Lake Braies) Information Board

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The hotel at Lake Braies, officially known as the Hotel Lago di Braies, is a historic Art Nouveau building located in an exclusive and idyllic location directly on the lake's shore. It lies in the heart of the Fanes-Sennes-Braies Nature Park and has been owned by the same family for generations. The hotel opened in 1899, commissioned by tourist Eduard Hellenstainer. In April 1945, the hotel was the scene of a historic event: high-ranking SS hostages were housed here after their liberation. Documents relating to this incident are collected in the hotel's contemporary history archive.

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paid parking lot P4

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A P4 parking ticket can be purchased at the ticket counter on-site. (Cars: €15 for 3 hours, after 3 hours, surcharge after 3 hours: 50 cents for 30 minutes, €30 for 24 hours)

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Parking lot directly at the lake

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Very expensive. €15.00 in the morning, €10.00 in the afternoon and €5.00 in the evening from 8 p.m. for three hours each. It's better to take parking spaces 500m away in advance, as they are significantly cheaper.

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🅿️💰 Parking P4 Pragser Wildsee

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Expensive parking: I paid €14 for just under 4 ½ hours.

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3.87 km

Lake Braies Parking P3 & P4

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Prices see photo.
In Schmieden, the police have already diverted cars to the parking lot available there. (Possibly local license plates?). From there the shuttle has to be taken. We were lucky and were able to drive to the lake.

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Sennesalm

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4.06 km

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Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

2.54 km

1.34 km

< 100 m

Surfaces

2.78 km

826 m

301 m

140 m

Elevation

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Saturday 11 July

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Comments

July 29, 2024,WW Tag 2. Pragser Wildsee mit Blick auf den Seekofel

Komoot had its problems today. Elevation recording was faulty. Elevation approx. 60...

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June 19, 2025,Öffitour #10/2025: Pragser Wildsee Runde

On the day of our onward journey to Lake Garda, we quickly visited another natural gem and took advantage of the free ride on the South Tyrolean bus lines. And it was a good one! What goes on here (including in the parking lots near the lake) is incredible. Again, you should definitely see it at least once, but once …

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June 23, 2022,🇮🇹 Um den Pragser Wildsee

Made a little detour on the way south and went for a walk in the most beautiful surroundings

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June 17, 2022,20220617 Wanderung: Pragserwildsee

After I was at this lake with my brother last year, I visited it again with Ines to walk around it. We didn't do that last year, we were here by bike and there were too many people.

In the past few years it has often been advertised by influencers and so the flow of visitors has swelled.

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October 29, 2024,Pragser See Rundweg von P2

P2 costs 6€, P3 10€ and P4 35€. A detour to the Grünwaldalm is highly recommended.

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August 30, 2022,Runde um den Pragser Wildsee

At 7 a.m., some people are already there to take photos. But they're gone again quickly and around the lake, very few of them walk. Here you can enjoy the view of the lake.

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March 6, 2024,Pagser Wildsee ✔️

You can really say that South Tyrol is beautiful in every season. The motto of travel is: slowing down, letting yourself go and being outside as much as possible. I want to practice a lot with Greta and also take a lot of time to think and reflect.

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September 21, 2025,Wanderung

Hello everyone,
What a lake! A dream, a must-do hike for anyone who loves nature and is in the Dolomites. But if you're going, go early!!! Caution, it's not an insider tip.

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Pragser Wildsee (Lake Braies) Information Board

paid parking lot P4

Parking lot directly at the lake

🅿️💰 Parking P4 Pragser Wildsee

Lake Braies Parking P3 & P4

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