Getting to Lago di Sorapis: Passo Tre Croci Access

The Lago di Sorapis trailhead is Passo Tre Croci on the road between Cortina d'Ampezzo and Misurina. Parking is free but fills by mid-morning in summer — plan transport before you plan lunch.

Also read: Complete Guide · Itinerary · Trek overview

Trailhead

Location	Passo Tre Croci, Dolomites
Trail	#215 to Lago di Sorapis
Parking	Free roadside + small lot
Nearest town	Cortina d'Ampezzo (~10 km)

By car (most convenient)

From	Time (approx.)
Cortina d'Ampezzo	20 min via SR48
Misurina	15 min
Dobbiaco / Toblach	45 min
Venice	2.5 h

Tip: Arrive before 8:00 am — later parking means a longer walk to the start.

By bus

Dolomiti Bus summer services:

• Route: Cortina → Passo Tre Croci → Misurina
• Duration: ~25 min from Cortina
• Tickets: Online or at Cortina station

Great option to skip parking stress on peak weekends.

Organised tours

Guided day trips from Cortina or Venice include transport — useful without a car or for first-time Dolomites visitors.

International access

Step	Notes
Fly to Venice (VCE) or Innsbruck (INN)	Both work for Dolomites road trips
Base in Cortina	Restaurants, gear shops, AV1 connections
Day hike	Early bus or drive to Passo Tre Croci

Pre-departure checklist

• Google Maps → "Passo Tre Croci" saved offline
• Bus timetable if not driving
• Arrive before 8 am (July/August)
• Check SR48 road closures (rare)
• Combine with Alta Via 1 if multi-day Dolomites trip

Related planning

• Accommodation — stay Cortina vs at pass
• Cost guide — fuel vs bus
• Itinerary — start time
• Navigation — Trail #215 from car park