The exposed sections are secured with a steel rope, but surefootedness is required. I wouldn’t take small children on this hike. Make sure this account has posts available on instagram.com. When are you planning on going? Here’s how to get there and hike it: Closest town/city: Cortina d’Ampezzo, which is a twenty minute’s drive away. Where is Lake Sorapis & Hike Map Lake Sorapis is located in the Veneto region in the Italian Dolomite mountains. We'll assume you're ok with this, but you can opt-out if you wish. If you take with you people not accustomed to hiking it is a good idea to assure them in these traits with rope and carabiner. Unfortunately, during peak season, this lake gets quite crowded, so it’s a trade-off. Starting point: Passo Tre Croci (Belluno Province) between Cortina d'Ampezzo and Misurina Signposts: no. Lake Sorapis hike trailhead can be found at Passo Tre Croci, a mountain pass 10 km east of Cortina d’Ampezzo. From Tre Croci Pass trail 215 is a straight forward route to the lake. The Lago di Sorapis hike in the Italian Dolomites is an absolutely beautiful one. During the summer peak season, the lake should be pretty full of water and the most picturesque. It’s on the side of the road in front of a trail sign post and pasture. Let me tell you, the color of this gorgeous lake was absolutely worth the squeeze of some tired old knees. Thus, I was wondering whether you think this is doable trail for a dog to walk or are there very steep climbs and many stairs? One of my favorite hikes of the six trails we followed on this trip. Note: if you do plan on staying at the Rifugio Vandelli, it’s best to check beforehand as we met hikers who had gone in only to find that it has closed. baidanbi says: May 16, 2016 at 11:39 am For a 60+ year old in reasonably good shape the way in on the main trail should not be a problem. It isn't hard - but better safe than sorry ;). What do you think? After maybe half an hour of easy hiking, the trail starts to ascend pretty steeply. Just before the gorgeous Lago di Sorapis is visible, one last sign warn visitors not to swim (please do respect that as it is damaging to the environment). Some years the lake has more water, others, it’s almost completely dry by this time of year. I’m Nam – a third culture millennial who returned from UK to Hong Kong to pursuit bubble tea, travel, and great hikes. We reached a section where there is low rope hanging across the entire path, presumably to stop any horses from wandering further, which marks the end of the easiest stretch. The track opens up along a rock face with great views to the east and south. The second stream was wider, with more water, and after crossing it the path becomes more steeply inclined up. The descent on the ledge itself is short and not difficult. Get a free map of best viewpoints, sights and restaurants in Bled for your trip!