I Hiked Lago di Sorapis – Was This Dolomites Lake Worth the Hype? 💙⛰️

After finishing the 120 km Alta Via 1, Aneta and I decided to squeeze in one more Dolomites adventure: the famous hike to Lago di Sorapis. This turquoise lake is one of the most photographed spots in Italy… but is it actually worth the hype? Full Guide: https://www.hikingwithlee.com/lago-di... On this hike we found: Gentle forest paths that suddenly turn technical 🥾 Traffic jams on narrow ledges and ladders 🚶‍♂️↔️🚶‍♀️ Crowds of hikers, but also unforgettable views ⛰️ A lake so blue, it looks unreal 💙 In this video, I’ll share our full experience — from trail info and tips to the stunning lake reveal — with a lighthearted look at what it’s really like to hike Lago di Sorapis. ✨ Trail Info Distance: ~12 km round trip Elevation gain: ~460 m Time: 3.5–5 hours Difficulty: Moderate (easy start, technical middle, ladders) Best time: June–September (avoid August weekends if possible) 👉 If you enjoyed this, check out my full Alta Via 1 series here:    • Alta Via 1 - Dolomites   ⏱️ Chapters 00:00 Intro – The Bluest Lake in the Dolomites? 00:58 Trailhead & Info – What You Need to Know 01:28 The Gentle Start – Easy Forest Path 02:06 Narrow Paths & Ladder Traffic Jams 03:50 First Glimpse of Lago di Sorapis 06:45 Crowds & Lunch with a View 07:13 The Return Journey – More Traffic & Rain 09:43 Final Thoughts & Hiking Tips 📸 GEAR I USE (*Note that I value lightweight, compact and budget friendly options because of the type of travels I normally do) 🎥 iPhone 15 Pro Max - https://amzn.to/3SKEOPR I have moved over to the iPhone for most of the ground footage - it actually takes amazing videos and my phone is always close by. 🚁 DJI Mini 4 Pro - https://amzn.to/3W8MVI5 I absolutely love this drone - it’s small, compact and provides amazing footage. 📷 GoPro - https://amzn.to/3W88ok9 I still use the GoPro for the ‘on the go’ shots. It has great stablization, battery life and video quality. If you have any questions around my gear please feel free to drop a comment in the video below. (These are affiliate links — at no extra cost to you)