Reisacher Jochalm
1.3
Friuli Venezia Giulia, Italy
About
Reisacher Jochalm sits at 1,920m in the Julian Alps, accessible from the Predil Pass area in Friuli Venezia Giulia. From the Predil Pass parking (1,505m), hike northeast via the Passo del Nevoso trail. The route climbs steadily through mixed forest and alpine pasture. Allow 2.5 hours for the 3km approach. The hut lies on the border region between Italy and Slovenia, making it a natural base for exploring the surrounding peaks and cross-border ridge walks.
The hut offers 25 beds across simple rooms. A working alpine farm, it serves regional mountain food and local dairy products. Meals are hearty and built around what the kitchen produces. Breakfast and dinner are available; pack lunch if you're out all day. Water comes from mountain springs. The hut operates year-round but is quietest November through March. Summer sees steady weekend traffic from Udine and the Gorizia area.
Book direct by phone or email well ahead for July and August weekends. The hut fills early in peak season because it's the only accommodation in this remote valley. Aim for at least 4 weeks' notice in summer. Winter and spring bookings are straightforward with 1–2 weeks' notice. The hut offers a genuine working-farm experience with minimal crowds outside July–August, making shoulder seasons ideal for serious hikers seeking solitude.
The hut offers 25 beds across simple rooms. A working alpine farm, it serves regional mountain food and local dairy products. Meals are hearty and built around what the kitchen produces. Breakfast and dinner are available; pack lunch if you're out all day. Water comes from mountain springs. The hut operates year-round but is quietest November through March. Summer sees steady weekend traffic from Udine and the Gorizia area.
Book direct by phone or email well ahead for July and August weekends. The hut fills early in peak season because it's the only accommodation in this remote valley. Aim for at least 4 weeks' notice in summer. Winter and spring bookings are straightforward with 1–2 weeks' notice. The hut offers a genuine working-farm experience with minimal crowds outside July–August, making shoulder seasons ideal for serious hikers seeking solitude.
Frequently Asked Questions
Book 2-3 weeks ahead during peak season (July-August); call ahead using the phone contact available. Check rifugio.net or contact the hut directly for current availability and SAT/AVS affiliation details.
Most Julian Alps huts operate June to September; confirm exact dates with the hut by phone, as staffing varies by season and demand.
Start from Predil Pass parking (1,505m) and hike northeast via the Passo del Nevoso trail for 2.5 hours over 3km, climbing through forest and alpine pasture to reach 1,920m.
The hut has 25 beds in simple rooms; expect basic alpine accommodation with meals available. Confirm shower facilities and menu options when booking.
Yes—the 2.5-hour approach from Predil Pass is moderate and well-marked, making it accessible for fit families; it's an ideal base for cross-border ridge walks and peak exploration in the Julian Alps.
Quick Facts
- Managing club
- CAI
- Season
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- Total
- Dormitory
- Emergency
- Private rooms
Facilities
Meals served
Drinking water
Contact & Booking
- [email protected]
- Phone
- +43 676 6410851
- Website
- https://jochalm.wordpress.com