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The southern shore of the lake and its legend

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The southern shore of the lake and its legend

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The southern shore of the lake and its legend

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Please check local regulations for: Naturpark Fanes-Sennes-Prags - Parco Naturale Fanes-Sennes-Braies

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Location: Prags - Braies, South Tyrol, Italy

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1. Lake Braies north shore – Lago di Braies Hiking Trail loop from Schmieden - Ferrara

7.79km

02:14

180m

Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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2. View of Seekofel – Lago di Braies loop from Schmieden - Ferrara

12.3km

05:09

600m

Hard hike. Very good fitness required. Sure-footedness, sturdy shoes and alpine experience required.

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3. Lago di Braies (Western Shore) – Stone Cairns at Lago di Braies loop from Schmieden - Ferrara

12.4km

06:09

890m

Hard hike. Very good fitness required. Sure-footedness, sturdy shoes and alpine experience required.

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Bernd 🌲🦌🍄🥾

August 24, 2025

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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Kirsten 🌺

October 26, 2025

Lake Braies, also known as the "Pearl of the Dolomite Lakes" (Italian: Lago di Braies), is a stunning mountain lake in South Tyrol, Italy, nestled within the Fanes-Sennes-Braies Nature Park. It is located in the Pragser Valley (Alta Pusteria) in the Dolomites. The lake is located at approximately 1,494 to 1,496 meters above sea level. It is famous for its crystal-clear, emerald-green to turquoise-blue water. The color is created by the reflection of light off the finest limestone particles from the Dolomite rocks. It is framed by imposing mountain peaks, particularly the mighty Seekofel massif (2,810 m), which rises majestically on the southern shore. The lake was formed naturally by a mudslide or landslide that blocked the river's course, thus forming a natural dam.

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Corinna Heim🌅🚲🌈

September 14, 2025

Beautiful mountain lake in the Dolomites

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The southern shore of the lake and its legend

1. Lake Braies north shore – Lago di Braies Hiking Trail loop from Schmieden - Ferrara

2. View of Seekofel – Lago di Braies loop from Schmieden - Ferrara

3. Lago di Braies (Western Shore) – Stone Cairns at Lago di Braies loop from Schmieden - Ferrara

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