Life in the mountains has always influenced the culture of the valley

A population living in harmony with nature cultivates fields and farmland and keeps animals for self-sufficiency. A society shaped by the Christian religion needs places of worship. It becomes one with its habitat. And appreciates and cares for it with care. Well-preserved monuments such as churches and chapels bear witness to the religious heritage. Themed trails commemorate a pioneer of alpinism in Prague and beyond. Historic wild baths speak of the valley's past as a health resort

Secrets from the Past

Legends that shaped the Braies Valley

Immerse yourself in the fascinating world of legends and discover the mysterious stories that shape the heart of our region. Let yourself be enchanted by stories that have endured for generations and still captivate visitors from all over the world today.

Experience tradition first hand

Churches & Chapels

There are two main churches and eight chapels in the Braies Valley alone. The most spectacular place of construction is probably the chapel at Lake Braies, which was consecrated in 1904. The oldest, however, is the parish church of St. Veit, which was consecrated in 1335. The church "Zum Leidenden Heiland" in Schmieden in Braies was built in 1735 on the foundations of a chapel dating back to 1690 and contains frescoes of historical value.

In his footsteps

Theme trail Viktor Wolf Edler von Glanwell

Viktor Wolf Edler von Glanwell was a frequent guest in the Braies Valley, where he climbed over 60 peaks, ridges and walls, including the north face of the Seekofel and the south face of the Herrsteinturm south face as his first ascent. The path between the wild bath Neuprags and the Braies lake is named after the famous alpinist.

Healing springs

Altprags & Neuprags wild baths

The former inhabitants of the valley used the natural healing springs to prevent and treat various ailments. During their heyday, illustrious guests from near and far came to stay there and draw on the powers of nature. At the turn of the 20th century, the two baths slowly fell into disrepair and can now only be seen from the outside.

Accommodation in the area

ab 110 €
Hotel Trenker
San Vito, Braies
Family-run hiking and activity hotel
ab 102 €
Hotel Edel.Weiss
Außerprags, Prags
Your vacation home: tradition and warmth at the Edel.Weiss
Hotel Erika
Braies di Fuori, Braies
Charming hotel with wellness and kids' area
ab 110 €
Hotel Trenker
San Vito, Braies
Family-run hiking and activity hotel
ab 102 €
Hotel Edel.Weiss
Außerprags, Prags
Your vacation home: tradition and warmth at the Edel.Weiss
Hotel Erika
Braies di Fuori, Braies
Charming hotel with wellness and kids' area
Residence Bergheim
Braies di Dentro, Braies
At Residence Bergheim nature itself is the guest of honor
Residence Bergheim
Braies di Dentro, Braies
At Residence Bergheim nature itself is the guest of honor