Lago di Braies Loop

Low-risk Reviewed by ORMA

A flat, easy circuit around one of the Dolomites' most photographed lakes. Gentle enough for any dog.

Distance

4 km

Elevation gain

40 m

Highest point

1500 m

Duration

1 h

Terrain

Paved / packed gravel, flat

Trail rating

Low-risk

Area

Prags Valley · Dolomites, Italy

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Elevation profile: lowest 1496 m, highest 1500 m.

Where to start

Start here — main lake access & parking, by Hotel Lago di Braies

Water on trail

km 0 · Lakeside fountain

Rifugi & refreshment

km 0 · Lakeside hotel café

Good to know

Extremely popular — expect crowds and paid parking; arrive at opening time.

Sources & data

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Trail information prepared by ORMA. Check current conditions before setting out.

Map data: OpenStreetMap contributors and Waymarked Trails
Weather: Open-Meteo

Is this trail right for your dog?

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Before you go: the dog safety guide · water for dogs on trail · dogs on cable cars · meeting a guardian dog

Nearby trails

Tre Cime di Lavaredo Loop Low-risk 11.8 km Cadini di Misurina Viewpoint Caution 3.4 km Prato Piazza (Plätzwiese) Low-risk 4.6 km Familienrundweg Caution 2.3 km

Planning a few days here? Read our area guide: Lago di Braies & Tre Cime with a dog.