Casera Monte Rest / Malghis dal Rest
1.2
1,502m
Friuli Venezia Giulia, Italy
About
Casera Monte Rest sits at 1,502m in the Carnic Alps, accessible from the Pesarina Valley in Friuli Venezia Giulia. The approach takes 2.5–3 hours on foot from Pesariis. The route climbs steadily through mixed forest and alpine meadow. This is a legitimate mountain hut, not a tourist refuge—expect serious hikers and mountaineers only.
The casera operates as a working alpine dairy during summer months and accepts overnight guests in limited numbers: 3 beds total. Meals are basic but substantial, built around what's available. Water comes from spring sources. The facility has no electricity or shower. You sleep in the hut, use outside toilets. The season runs June through September, weather dependent. Conditions change fast at this elevation; bring a headlamp and warm layers even in summer.
Contact the managing alpine club (likely CAI Friuli Venezia Giulia or local SAT section) directly or check rifugi.net for current opening dates and availability. Book at least 4 weeks ahead in July and August. July and August fill quickly despite the tiny capacity. Outside peak season, you can often show up without reservation, but call ahead—the keeper may not be present every night. This hut attracts people serious about the Carnic ridge traverse and multi-day mountain traverses, not day-trippers.
The casera operates as a working alpine dairy during summer months and accepts overnight guests in limited numbers: 3 beds total. Meals are basic but substantial, built around what's available. Water comes from spring sources. The facility has no electricity or shower. You sleep in the hut, use outside toilets. The season runs June through September, weather dependent. Conditions change fast at this elevation; bring a headlamp and warm layers even in summer.
Contact the managing alpine club (likely CAI Friuli Venezia Giulia or local SAT section) directly or check rifugi.net for current opening dates and availability. Book at least 4 weeks ahead in July and August. July and August fill quickly despite the tiny capacity. Outside peak season, you can often show up without reservation, but call ahead—the keeper may not be present every night. This hut attracts people serious about the Carnic ridge traverse and multi-day mountain traverses, not day-trippers.
Frequently Asked Questions
Book at least 2–3 weeks ahead during summer; this is a working dairy with only 3 beds, so availability is tight. Contact via rifugio.net or CAI (cai.it) for current contact details, as direct booking may be through the manager only.
Open summer months only (typically June–September) as a working alpine dairy; winter access is not managed for guests. Confirm exact dates before planning, as staffing depends on dairy operations.
Approach from Pesariis in the Pesarina Valley: 2.5–3 hours on foot, gaining elevation steadily through forest and alpine meadow to 1,502m. This is a mountain walk, not a technical climb.
Basic, substantial meals provided; 3 beds only, so expect shared accommodation. Ask about shower facilities when booking, as a working casera may have limited amenities.
No—this is for serious hikers and mountaineers only. The 3-bed capacity and remote working-dairy setting mean it's not geared toward families or casual visitors.
Quick Facts
- Season
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- Total
- 3
- Dormitory
- Emergency
- Private rooms
Facilities
Meals served
Drinking water
Contact & Booking
- Phone
- Website