Holiday Home Dolomites: experience idyllic lakes, rugged mountains, and magical sunsets!

The Dolomites in Italy are considered one of the most popular regions in Europe for adventurous mountain hiking. Discover this authentic alpine world, characterized by dramatic peaks casting shadows, alpine meadows, and deep green forests. As you follow the hiking trails, you’ll enjoy postcard-worthy landscapes at every turn! During the day, the mountain lakes are deep blue, and as the sun sets, the mountain walls are painted in shades of red and orange. Are you looking for a photogenic hiking destination? Book a holiday home in the Dolomites and capture the magic of this incredible mountain range!

Go hiking along idyllic mountain lakes from your holiday home in the Dolomites

Along the hiking trails in the Dolomites, mountain huts are often found, making the area perfect for long hikes. As you walk, you’ll see rolling forests all around, with towering limestone mountains rising above — often mirrored in the still waters of mountain lakes. All lakes in the Dolomites shine in bright blue or turquoise, and one of the most stunning ‘gems’ you’ll find at nearly 2000 meters altitude is Lago di Sorapis. Drive to the Passo Tre Croci parking area and start your hike from there to this velvet-blue lake. The first few kilometers are on relatively flat terrain, then the path becomes steeper with ever more beautiful views!

Another breathtaking lake in a magical setting is Lago di Braies. Enjoy a beautiful hike of about 1.5 hours through pine forests and mountains — mirrored in the glacial water beside you.

Drei Zinnen: the icon of the Dolomites!

The Drei Zinnen (Three Peaks) are a trio of steep mountain peaks and the most iconic landmark of the Dolomites. At the base of the mountains lies a parking area near Rifugio Auronzo, which also marks the start of the hiking trail. Once you reach these towering rocks, your jaw will drop in amazement — and it only gets better. Along the way, there's a cozy mountain hut for a rest stop, after which the path continues to Forcella Lavaredo, a panoramic viewpoint.

Enjoy gourmet mountain moments at scenic alpine huts

Drive to Malga Venegia. After an easy one-hour walk from the parking area, you’ll reach a mountain hut where you can enjoy traditional dishes such as gnocchi. One of the most idyllic huts in the Dolomites is Baita Segantini — the place to be for admiring sunsets that bathe the mountains in a pink-orange glow with a calm lake in the foreground. Another great spot at 2000 meters altitude is a hut you can reach via cable car from Vigo di Fassa. At the top, follow a path for about an hour to an old shed. Tip: try the stews and traditional bread dumplings here!

Popular activity from your holiday home in the Dolomites: take the cable car to Seceda!

A truly impressive and unique place many visitors explore by cable car is the cracked earth ridge of Seceda. While hiking there is possible, it’s not recommended due to the long distance and elevation gain. It’s best to save your energy and take the cable car from Ortisei, then hike from Furnes (the cable car’s end station). As soon as you arrive, you’ll find yourself face to face with Seceda’s steep cliffs and a green mountainside that suddenly drops off into a dramatic cliff edge.

Take a romantic walk through Val di Funes

An idyllic church, rolling meadows blending into forested slopes, with jagged peaks towering behind — this is the view of Val di Funes. This valley welcomes hikers with the Santa Maddalena Panorama Route. The beginning of the trail is ideal for taking pictures. Later, the path leads into the woods, where occasional openings provide glimpses of the valley, the village of Santa Maddalena, and the surrounding peaks. Along the way, you’ll also encounter a charming baroque-style church set in a wide grassy clearing.

Adamello Brenta Nature Park

Want to spend a day hiking from hut to hut through pine forests and glacier landscapes? Then walk through the Adamello Brenta Nature Park. This area is home to the largest glacier in the Italian Alps — the Adamello. The experience becomes even more magical when you come across wild horses wading through a crystal-clear river. You’re also likely to spot chamois near the tree line and ibexes on higher rocky ledges. Tip: hike into Val di Genova, a stunning valley known for its waterfalls. Several routes lead you past impressive cascades, including the 130-meter-high Cascata Nardis.

The Gardens of Trauttmansdorff Castle

A wonderful day trip from your holiday home in the Dolomites is a visit to the castle gardens of Schloss Trauttmansdorff. The name may sound German, but the castle and gardens are located in the Italian town of Merano. Various garden designs, divided into themed worlds, invite you to explore. The castle garden is shaped like a bowl, with a lake and a terrace at the center offering views of a “lush arena” and the castle above. Highlights include slender cypresses, tranquil spaces like a palm beach with loungers, and a rich botanical display mixed with scenic viewpoints and artistic installations.

Rent a holiday home in the Dolomites

The Dolomites are a mountain wonderland in northern Italy that has captured the hearts of many adventurers! Amateur photographers are enchanted by the orange-tinted cliffs reflecting in still mountain lakes at sunset. Many lakes have nearby parking, ideal for casual walks and scenic photography featuring velvet-blue waters, conifer forests, and majestic rock faces. Does this speak to your imagination? Looking forward to a hiking adventure with cable car rides to breathtaking viewpoints? Then book a holiday home in the Dolomites.