Step-by-step: How to book the private sunrise slot!
The boathouse at Lago di Braies (Lake Braies, Pragser Wildsee) is one of the most photographed locations in the Dolomitess - and a dream setting for intimate weddings and elopements.
If you are wondering how to book the boathouse, here you'll find the latest, most accurate information for 2026.
If you’re searching for how to get married at Lake Braies, how to book the Boathouse at Lago di Braies, or Pragser Wildsee elopement booking, this page gives you the exact, accurate process for securing the most iconic location in the Dolomites!
The historic wooden Boathouse at Lake Braies opens a limited number of private ceremony & photo slots each year — and for 2026, reservations follow this process:
1️⃣ Booking opens:
📅 February 2nd, 2026
⏱️ 10:00 AM (CET)
👉 Online booking only via the official website of La Palafitta. Click here.
2️⃣ Package to select:
Choose: Private Shooting (1.5 hours duration)
This is currently the only option that provides private access to the Boathouse area.
This has the best light and calm reflections
It offers complete privacy for vows and photos
The cost for 2026 is 600 euro.
3️⃣ Choose your preferred date
Peak demand: July–September → book immediately at launch time
Most crowded month: August
4️⃣ Complete payment online
✅ Email confirmation is sent automatically
⚠️ Payment is non-refundable
Once completed → your Boathouse Sunrise Slot is secured 🎉
‼️ TIP: set a reminder and be ready right when the calendar opens! ‼️
‼️ Book with us a slot already before Feburary 2nd, 2026. These slots are available from May 9th to June 19th 2026.
*All early bird reservations need to be made before January 8th 2026.
One of the most photographed locations in the Dolomites
Perfect for elopements & micro-weddings
Iconic wooden Boathouse + emerald lake reflections
Sunrise = dreamy light + fewer tourists
For many couples, this is simply the most magical ceremony setting in Italy.