Dolomites' Most Breathtaking Lakes and Peaks
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12 places on the map
Explore the map in the DocentPro app12 attractions in Italy: Karersee, Alpe di Siusi, Seceda Cable Car, and 9 more. Every place is verified on Google Maps, featured in an Instagram post by Eva Vila Cutrina.
Karersee
Natural feature
4.7
• Walk around the lake on the quick loop with benches for different views • Go first thing in the morning as it gets crowded by 9 AM • Paid parking is €8/hour, right in front of the lake
Alpe di Siusi
Natural feature
4.7
• Road access restricted 9 AM-5 PM; book road access and parking online in advance ✓ Book road access and parking online in advance (costs €15) • Visit the Giant Bench (Panchina Gigante) for panoramic photos • Try homemade krapfen at Refugio Friedrich, go early as they sell out fast
Seceda Cable Car
Place
4.3
• Take the teleferic from Ortisei to Seceda (€74/person) • Hike early (5-6 AM) to beat heat and crowds, trail has significant elevation gain • There is a €10 fee to access the top photo spot • Parking in Ortisei costs €22/day
St. Magdalena
Place
• Wait for sunset to watch the mountains turn red, it only lasts a few seconds • All parking lots cost €10; arriving at 5 PM had no trouble finding a spot • The viewpoint can be tricky to find, check coordinates/maps in advance
Pragser Wildsee
Lake
4.7
• Arrive the evening before, enjoy a picnic, and wake up at 5 AM to avoid crowds • Walk all the way around the lake • Wooden boat rentals are €55 for 45 minutes • Closest parking costs €15/day; don't book online if going for sunset/sunrise
Tre Cime di Lavaredo
Natural feature
4.8
• Top parking lot costs €40 and MUST be booked in advance • Shuttle bus is €10 per trip, but queue times can be a nightmare • Lake Antorno parking is very limited, fills up by 6 AM with overnight campers • Hike up from the bottom through Via Ferrata via WWI tunnels if in great physical condition
Lake Antorno
Lake
4.6
• Fine for a quick stop on the way • Limited parking that fills up very early
Lake Misurina
Natural feature
4.7
• Great for a walk or a gravel bike loop
Cinque Torri
Mountain peak
4.9
• Free parking available at Passo Giau • Composed of five main towers (Torre Grande, Torre Seconda, Terza Torre, Quarta Torre, and Quinta Torre) • Outdoor WWI Museum with trenches and military positions • Scenic 10 km circular hike route
Lake Sorapis
Natural feature
4.8
• Arrive as early as possible at Passo Tre Croci Parking • Small lot next to the hotel fills up fast; roadside parking adds 2-5 km walk • The main trail is notoriously overcrowded; many hikers without proper gear • Route includes a cable-assisted trail, steep scree slope, and WWI bunkers
Pisciadù Hütte
Lodging
4.5
• Mountain hut reached after Via Ferrata Brigata Tridentina • Features a stunning turquoise alpine lake nestled in a rock amphitheater
Ferrata Brigata Alpina Tridentina
Place
4.8
• Epic vertical climb and suspension bridge to Rifugio Pisciadù • Stunning turquoise alpine lake nestled in a rock amphitheater at the hut • Parking at Passo Gardena costs €10
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