Lake Braies, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, is located north of the Fanes–Senes–Braies Nature Park. It is famous for the color of its waters, ranging from turquoise to light emerald green, and for its position at the end of the Braies Valley. The lake is a natural mountain lake formed by a landslide, and every year it attracts hikers, cyclists, and visitors looking for relaxation who wish to spend a beautiful day along its shores. The loop trail around Lake Braies is very beautiful, easy, and suitable for everyone.
Further down the Pragsertal Valley there are three paid parking areas. The tour starts at the Pragser Wildsee, near the hotel, and almost immediately you can see a boathouse on stilts over the water where rowboats can be rented. From here, the path along the lake begins with a slightly narrower section offering views of the entire length of the lake. There are many places where you can stop and rest. At this point, the trail moves away from the shore and winds through the trees until it reaches a picnic area with benches and tables—an ideal spot for a lunch break.
After the break, the most scenic part of the trail begins. The path becomes narrower and winds along a vertical rock wall that drops toward the lake. As you approach the southern shore, the trail climbs slightly before descending again toward the lake and its beaches. Leaving the beaches behind, the path widens once more. From the western shore, you can see the section of trail you have just walked, carved into the rock. From here, the route leads back to the starting point at the Pragser Wildsee.
