Koča na Mangrtskem sedlu
1.3
1,906m
Friuli Venezia Giulia, Italy
About
Koča na Mangrtskem sedlu sits at 1906m on the Mangrt Saddle in the Julian Alps, on the border between Italy and Slovenia. Reach it from the Predil Pass (1156m) via the Mangrt trail in roughly 2.5 hours of steady climbing. The hut is a natural hub for ridge walkers: the Predil-Mangrt circuit takes 4–5 hours and connects several peaks above 2000m. Most hikers approach from the Italian side via the Predil trailhead, which has parking and a small restaurant.
The hut has 34 beds in mixed dorms. Meals are simple and hearty—expect pasta, polenta, and local cheese. The kitchen serves breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Water comes from a mountain spring. The hut operates year-round but is busiest June through September. Winter access requires mountain experience and proper gear; snow can close the saddle from November to April.
Book by phone directly with the hut. Summer weekends fill quickly, especially July and August—ring at least 2 weeks ahead for these periods. Half-board (bed and dinner plus breakfast) is standard. The hut lies just inside Italy, though the name reflects Slovenian heritage and both languages are spoken on-site. Mobile signal is patchy; call during daylight hours. Check conditions before winter visits.
The hut has 34 beds in mixed dorms. Meals are simple and hearty—expect pasta, polenta, and local cheese. The kitchen serves breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Water comes from a mountain spring. The hut operates year-round but is busiest June through September. Winter access requires mountain experience and proper gear; snow can close the saddle from November to April.
Book by phone directly with the hut. Summer weekends fill quickly, especially July and August—ring at least 2 weeks ahead for these periods. Half-board (bed and dinner plus breakfast) is standard. The hut lies just inside Italy, though the name reflects Slovenian heritage and both languages are spoken on-site. Mobile signal is patchy; call during daylight hours. Check conditions before winter visits.
Frequently Asked Questions
Book 2–3 weeks ahead during peak season (July–September); contact the hut directly by phone or check rifugio listings on CAI platforms. Weekends and good weather windows fill quickly in summer.
Typically open June through September, with peak staffing July–August; confirm current dates before your trip as Alpine hut seasons can shift with snow conditions.
Start from Predil Pass (1156m) on the Italian side via the Mangrt trail: roughly 2.5 hours of steady climbing to reach the hut at 1906m. Predil has parking and a small restaurant at the trailhead.
The hut serves meals (confirm menu options when booking); it has 34 beds in mixed dorms and basic Alpine hut facilities—bring your own towel and expect cold showers or washbasins rather than hot water.
The 2.5-hour approach from Predil is moderate but steady; it suits fit families and hikers with basic Alpine experience, though the ridge walks connecting nearby 2000m peaks demand exposure comfort and sure-footedness.
Quick Facts
- Season
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- Total
- 34
- Dormitory
- Emergency
- Private rooms
Facilities
Contact & Booking
- Phone
- +386 51 630 863
- Website
- https://planinske-koce.si/koca_na_mangrtskem_sedlu