Alpine Dairy Confin / Malghe Cunfin

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Malga Confin / Malghe Cunfin

Friuli Venezia Giulia, Italy Write a review

About

Malga Confin sits at 1,580m in the Carnian Alps of northeastern Friuli Venezia Giulia. Reach it from the village of Forni di Sopra via marked trail 401 in roughly 2 hours. The approach climbs steadily through beech forest before opening onto alpine pasture. The hut works well as a base for day walks across the Carnic watershed or as a stage on longer ridge traverses toward Zuc di Boor and the Gilberti plateau.

The malga operates as both a working dairy and hut accommodation. Beds run to around 30 across mixed dormitories. Half-board includes hearty mountain food and local cheese made on-site. The kitchen serves from early June through late September, depending on snow melt and autumn weather. WiFi is available if you need it. Staff speak Italian and some English. The hut has electricity and basic washing facilities; expect mountain simplicity, not comfort.

Email ahead at least 3 weeks during July and August. Phone ahead for May, June, and September bookings. July weekends fill quickly. The hut closes October through May. Small groups and solo hikers find space more easily on weekdays. Payment is cash or bank transfer—confirm methods when you book.

Frequently Asked Questions

Book 2–4 weeks ahead during summer season by calling the hut directly (phone contact available) or check rifugio.net and cai.it for availability and booking options.
Most malghe in this region operate June through September, with peak season July–August; confirm current dates by calling ahead as family-run dairy operations vary.
Start from Forni di Sopra village and follow marked trail 401; the steady climb through beech forest to alpine pasture takes roughly 2 hours.
As a working dairy malga, expect simple accommodation and food focused on local produce; confirm exact bed count, shower availability, and meal options when booking.
Yes—the 2-hour approach from Forni di Sopra is steady but moderate, and the hut works well as a base for day walks across alpine pasture, making it accessible for fit families.

Location

46.3423, 13.2179
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This hut takes bookings direct, so beds go to whoever asks first. Tell us your dates and we'll email you when it's time to reserve — with the hut's contact details.

We can't watch this hut's availability — it books direct. Give us your arrival date and we'll email you when it's time to get in touch, with the hut's phone and email.

Independent of the hut and its alpine club. We never book or hold beds — the reminder just tells you when to get in touch, with the hut's own contact details.

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Wifi Meals served Drinking water

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Email
[email protected]
Phone
+39 0432 97 28 70
Website
https://www.altulin.com/malga-confin.html

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