Bivouac Giuseppe Bianchi
2.7Bivacco Giuseppe Bianchi
About
Bivacco Giuseppe Bianchi sits at 1732m on the eastern side of Monte Nero in the Julian Alps, within the Friuli Venezia Giulia region. The bivouac is accessible via the Sella Nevea approach from the south (2–3 hours) or from the Predil Pass area to the north. Both routes follow marked CAI trails through mixed terrain. The hut works best as a night stop for climbers tackling Mont Blanc di Sella or for hikers traversing the Julian ridge.
This is a staffed bivouac with 6 beds in simple dormitory style. You sleep on basic bunks, not a luxury setup. The guardian provides hot drinks and basic meals when you book ahead. Water comes from a reliable spring nearby. There's no electricity or heating beyond what the sun provides. The season runs roughly May through September; winter access requires mountaineering skill. Storm risk is real at this elevation—the shelter is solid, but weather can change fast.
Book directly with the managing guardian before arrival. Contact details are listed on rifugi.net and via CAI's hut directory. July and August fill completely—book at least 3–4 weeks out for those months. June and September offer more flexibility. The bivouac closes in poor weather, so confirm conditions the day before. Bring your own sleeping bag and pad. Payment is cash only.
This is a staffed bivouac with 6 beds in simple dormitory style. You sleep on basic bunks, not a luxury setup. The guardian provides hot drinks and basic meals when you book ahead. Water comes from a reliable spring nearby. There's no electricity or heating beyond what the sun provides. The season runs roughly May through September; winter access requires mountaineering skill. Storm risk is real at this elevation—the shelter is solid, but weather can change fast.
Book directly with the managing guardian before arrival. Contact details are listed on rifugi.net and via CAI's hut directory. July and August fill completely—book at least 3–4 weeks out for those months. June and September offer more flexibility. The bivouac closes in poor weather, so confirm conditions the day before. Bring your own sleeping bag and pad. Payment is cash only.
Frequently Asked Questions
Book 2–4 weeks ahead during summer season (June–September), especially weekends; contact via rifugi.net or CAI Friuli Venezia Giulia directly. This small 6-bed bivouac fills quickly for Julian Alps traverses.
Open June through September with a caretaker present; snow and weather typically close access October through May. Check current conditions with CAI before your trip.
Approach from Sella Nevea to the south (2–3 hours via marked CAI trail) or from Predil Pass to the north; both are steep but well-marked mixed terrain routes suitable for fit hikers.
6 dormitory beds, basic shelter, and simple meals provided by the caretaker; bring a sleeping bag and expect minimal amenities typical of high-altitude bivouacs.
No—this is a climbers' hut best suited for experienced mountaineers and fit hikers tackling Mont Blanc di Sella or the Julian ridge; the 2–3 hour approach and basic facilities aren't appropriate for families or inexperienced hikers.
Location
46.4583, 13.2470
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