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About
Malga Jovet sits at 1,275m in the Julian Alps of Friuli Venezia Giulia, deep in the Predil Valley. From Tarvisio, drive to Valbruna then walk the valley trail for roughly 2 hours to reach the hut. The approach is straightforward forest terrain, gaining minimal elevation through pastoral land and alpine meadows.
This is a working dairy farm—not a mountain refuge in the traditional sense. The hut has 6 beds spread across simple rooms and serves as an active base for the Jovet family's cattle herding operation. Meals are family-style when available; bring supplies or book ahead to confirm food service. Water is from the property. There are no showers or heating other than wood stove warmth. The hut operates year-round but is most reliably staffed June through September. Winter access depends on snow conditions and can be difficult.
Contact the hut directly before visiting. Phone service is unreliable—email or use messaging apps. The isolation and small size mean you cannot drop in expecting beds or meals. Book at least 2 weeks ahead. This works best as a base for hiking the Predil Valley or accessing routes toward Monte Jovet and the broader Julian Alps. Expect a working-farm experience, not a commercial mountain stay.
This is a working dairy farm—not a mountain refuge in the traditional sense. The hut has 6 beds spread across simple rooms and serves as an active base for the Jovet family's cattle herding operation. Meals are family-style when available; bring supplies or book ahead to confirm food service. Water is from the property. There are no showers or heating other than wood stove warmth. The hut operates year-round but is most reliably staffed June through September. Winter access depends on snow conditions and can be difficult.
Contact the hut directly before visiting. Phone service is unreliable—email or use messaging apps. The isolation and small size mean you cannot drop in expecting beds or meals. Book at least 2 weeks ahead. This works best as a base for hiking the Predil Valley or accessing routes toward Monte Jovet and the broader Julian Alps. Expect a working-farm experience, not a commercial mountain stay.
Frequently Asked Questions
Book at least 2-3 weeks ahead, as this working farm has only 6 beds and limited staffing. Contact directly via CAI.it or rifugi.net for availability and confirm your arrival date.
Open June through September during the main pastoral season when the family operates the dairy; winter and shoulder seasons are unreliable. Email or call ahead to confirm staffing before visiting.
Drive from Tarvisio to Valbruna, then hike the Predil Valley trail for roughly 2 hours on straightforward forest paths with minimal elevation gain to reach the hut at 1,275m.
Expect 6 simple beds in basic rooms and meals prepared by the family—likely hearty fare featuring dairy products from the farm. Shower facilities are minimal; this is a working farm, not a resort.
Yes for families and beginner hikers given the gentle 2-hour approach and low elevation gain, but book early and manage expectations—this is a functioning dairy operation, not a dedicated mountain hut with standard amenities.
Location
46.2773, 12.8863
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