In summer, Lago di Braies in South Tyrol displays a spectrum of colours ranging from lush green to deep blue, while in winter it is covered in a layer of ice and snow. In both winter and summer, this natural wonder serves as a starting point for a variety of activities such as hiking, ski tours, snowshoe hikes, gentle strolls and Nordic walking. The possibilities for sporting activities are almost endless! Experience the breathtaking mountain scenery to the full. According to legend, Lake Lago di Braies was created when savages searched for precious stones and gold in the mountains. The local shepherds were envious and tried to steal their wealth. But their plans came to nothing when the savages opened the underground springs and sank their treasure in the newly formed lake.