Bivouac Carlo e Giani Stuparich

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Bivacco Carlo e Giani Stuparich

1,578m Friuli Venezia Giulia, Italy Write a review

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Bivacco Carlo e Giani Stuparich sits at 1,578m in the Julian Alps, a 2.5-hour hike from Rifugio Auernig (1,520m). The approach follows marked trails through beech forest and alpine meadow. Winter snow can block access until late May. This is a true mountain shelter, not a staffed hut.

The bivouac sleeps 12 across basic dormitory space. There's no warden, no meals, and no running water. You bring everything: food, fuel for the small stove, a sleeping bag, and a mat. The shelter has a roof, walls, and windows—enough to keep you dry and protect from wind. It works as a base for traverses into the Triglav Nationale Park or routes toward Montaž (2,153m) and Krn (2,244m).

Check trail conditions before going—the Julian Alps see heavy snow, and the shelter's isolation means you need solid mountain sense. This is for self-sufficient hikers and mountaineers. Bring a detailed map (Tabacco 1:25,000 sheets 01 or 02 cover the area) and know the descent route. The nearest village with supplies is Bovec, Slovenia, 1.5 hours away by car.

Frequently Asked Questions

You don't book—it's a first-come, first-served unstaffed bivouac. Arrive early in peak season or check rifugio.net for current conditions before heading up.

Accessible roughly late May through September; snow blocks access before late May. There is no warden—it's an unstaffed shelter available year-round on a self-service basis.

It's a 2.5-hour hike from Rifugio Auernig (1,520m) via marked trails through beech forest and alpine meadow. The bivacco sits at 1,578m in the Julian Alps.

Basic dormitory space for 12, a roof, walls, and a small stove—bring your own sleeping bag, mat, food, and fuel. No running water, no meals, no warden.

No. This is a true mountain shelter for experienced hikers and mountaineers comfortable with self-sufficiency; families and beginners should use staffed rifugi instead.

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46.4449, 13.4479

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