Plan dei Spadovai

3.9
Friuli Venezia Giulia, Italy Write a review
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About

Plan dei Spadovai sits at 1,647m in the Julian Alps, above the Val Aupa in Friuli Venezia Giulia. Reach it from Claut by hiking the Aupa valley trail—allow 3.5 hours for the 900m climb. The route follows a mule track through beech forest, then opens to alpine pasture. Most hikers arrive from the south via Barcis or from the north via Sella Nevea, making this hut a natural base for traversing the range.

The rifugio operates year-round and sleeps around 30 people in mixed dorms and double rooms. Meals are solid mountain fare—expect hearty pasta and local cured meats. The kitchen produces good breakfasts and packed lunches. Water comes from a reliable spring. The hut sits on working alpine pasture, so expect cow bells and occasional herds in summer. Mobile signal is poor; plan accordingly.

Book directly with the hut by phone or email at least 2 weeks ahead for weekends. July and August are busy, especially mid-week when day-hikers arrive. The hut fills quickly in late June when locals use it as a base for longer ridge traverses. September offers better availability and more stable weather. Winter closures depend on snow; call ahead before December visits.

Frequently Asked Questions

Book 2–3 weeks ahead for weekends, especially July–August; weekday slots are usually available with shorter notice. Contact the hut directly or use rifugi.net to check availability.
The hut operates year-round, though staffing levels vary seasonally—expect full service June through September, with limited services in winter months.
Start from Claut and follow the Aupa valley mule track through beech forest; allow 3.5 hours for the 900m elevation gain. Experienced hikers can also approach from Barcis (south) or Sella Nevea (north).
Plan dei Spadovai has about 30 beds in mixed dorms and double rooms, serves meals on-site, and offers basic facilities; confirm shower availability when booking.
The 3.5-hour approach is moderate but steep—suitable for families with hiking experience and children aged 10+, not ideal for absolute beginners or very young kids.

Location

46.4619, 13.4231
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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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