Lago del Sorapíss, Alpine lake in Italy
Lake Sorapiss, with its mesmerizing turquoise waters, is nestled in the Dolomites mountain range.
The name Sorapiss is derived from the legend of a king whose daughter turned into a rock formation surrounding the lake.
The lake is part of the Belluno province, renowned for its rich cultural heritage and alpine traditions.
It is accessible via a hiking trail that starts from Passo Tre Croci, offering breathtaking scenery along the route.
Its distinct coloration is due to the fine silt suspended in the water, reflecting sunlight.
Location: Cortina d'Ampezzo
Address: Lake Sorapis, 32043 Cortina d'Ampezzo, Province of Belluno, Italy 32043
GPS coordinates: 46.52058,12.22335
Latest update: June 22, 2025 15:39
The Alps contain numerous natural landmarks, from high-altitude lakes with clear waters to prominent mountain peaks. This range features deep gorges with vertical walls, glaciers extending for kilometers, and distinctive geological formations. Lakes reflect surrounding peaks, while limestone formations create unique landscapes across different regions of the Alpine arc.
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Monte Cristallo
6.4 km
Monte Piana
10.7 km
Mondeval
11.6 km
VF Ivano Dibona
7.4 km
Dolomitic Bikeway
6.6 km
Military shrine of Pocol
8.2 km
Basilica Minore dei Santi Filippo e Giacomo
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Chiesa di Nostra Signora del Cadore
10.3 km
Castello di Botestagno
12 km
Pomagagnon
8.7 km
Becco di Mezzodì
10.3 km
Cimon del Froppa
9.1 km
Mario Rimoldi Modern Art Museum
6.8 km
Piz Popena
6.3 km
Castello de Zanna
7.5 km
Maria Vergine della Difesa
6.6 km
Lo Stadio della neve
7 km
Cappella della Beata Vergine di Lourdes
6.9 km
Santa Lucia
11.5 km
Santi Simone e Giuda
9.5 km
The Dolomites
11.3 km
Tofane Ski Area
8.4 km
Madonna della Salute
5.5 km
Belvedere
8.1 km
Maria Vergine della Difesa church
6.6 km
Gruppo Antelao - Marmarole - Sorapis
5.5 km
Monte Pelmo - Mondeval - Formin
10.4 kmReviews
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