Mihov dom na Vršiču
1.8
1,085m
Friuli Venezia Giulia, Italy
About
Mihov dom na Vršiču sits at 1,085m on the Vršič ridge in the Julian Alps, on the border between Italy and Slovenia. Reach it from the Slovenian side via the Vršič Pass road—a steep, exposed drive with 50 hairpins that closes in winter. From Italy, approach via the Krn Lakes trail from Bovec (about 2.5 hours on foot) or from Kobarid. The hut serves as a base for ridge walking and scrambling across the Krn-Komenda massif.
The hut has 22 beds in mixed dorms and a few small rooms. Meals are available—book ahead for dinner, especially at weekends. Water is reliable. The toilets are basic but functional. Open year-round, though winter access depends on snow conditions and road closures. The hut is managed by a small team that knows the ridge routes well.
Book directly through the hut's contact details rather than via clubs—it operates independently of CAI or SAT. Summer weekends fill quickly; book 4–6 weeks ahead for July and August. Winter visits require confirmation of access before you travel. The hut is popular with Slovenian and Italian weekend hikers, so expect crowds on Saturdays and Sundays from June through September.
The hut has 22 beds in mixed dorms and a few small rooms. Meals are available—book ahead for dinner, especially at weekends. Water is reliable. The toilets are basic but functional. Open year-round, though winter access depends on snow conditions and road closures. The hut is managed by a small team that knows the ridge routes well.
Book directly through the hut's contact details rather than via clubs—it operates independently of CAI or SAT. Summer weekends fill quickly; book 4–6 weeks ahead for July and August. Winter visits require confirmation of access before you travel. The hut is popular with Slovenian and Italian weekend hikers, so expect crowds on Saturdays and Sundays from June through September.
Frequently Asked Questions
Book 2–3 weeks ahead for summer weekends; weekdays are more flexible. Contact the hut directly by phone or email (details on rifugio.it or the Julian Alps CAI section website), as this small hut fills quickly given its 22-bed capacity and remote location.
Open June through September; staffing peaks July–August. The Vršič Pass road closes November–May, making winter access from Slovenia impossible and Italian approaches difficult.
From Italy: hike 2.5 hours from Bovec via the Krn Lakes trail; from Slovenia: drive the Vršič Pass (closed winter) or hike via the same route. Both are steep; the Italian approach is more straightforward.
22 beds in mixed dorms and a few small rooms, with meals available (confirm dinner/breakfast options when booking). Basic facilities; shower access is limited—bring a wash cloth and expect minimal hot water.
Better for experienced hikers comfortable with exposed ridge walking and scrambling; the 2.5-hour approach from Bovec is steep and the onward routes are alpine scrambles, not beginner terrain. Not ideal for young children.
Quick Facts
- Season
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- Total
- 22
- Dormitory
- Emergency
- Private rooms
Facilities
Meals served
Drinking water
Contact & Booking
- Phone
- Website
- https://planinske-koce.si/mihov_dom_na_vrsicu