Ricovero Casera Caal

2.7
1,208m Friuli Venezia Giulia, Italy Write a review
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About

Ricovero Casera Caal sits at 1,208m in the Carnic Alps of Friuli Venezia Giulia, in the upper Degano Valley. Reach it on foot from Pesariis (allow 2.5–3 hours) via a steep track through beech forest. The hut serves as a base for ridge walking and scrambling on the surrounding Carnic summits, including approaches to Monte Coglians (2,780m).

The rifugio is a small, basic operation with 10 beds split between a few rooms. You'll find a self-catering kitchen where you cook your own meals—bring supplies from the valley. Water is available. There's no staffed bar or restaurant service. The hut opens year-round but is most reliable June to September; winter access depends on snow conditions and your own mountain judgment.

This is a CAI-affiliated shelter. Book ahead through the Carnia CAI section or contact the custodian directly. July and August weekends fill quickly. Off-season (October–May) confirm access and conditions before heading up; the hut may have limited staffing.

Frequently Asked Questions

Book at least 2–3 weeks ahead during peak season (July–August), especially weekends; this is a tiny 10-bed hut and fills quickly. Contact via rifugio.net or directly through CAI/AVS affiliates for current contact details.
Typically open June through September, though staffing depends on booking volume; confirm opening dates before planning your trip, as this small rifugio may close in shoulder seasons.
Hike from Pesariis in the Degano Valley via a steep track through beech forest; allow 2.5–3 hours. There is no road access—this is a foot-only approach.
10 beds in basic rooms with a self-catering kitchen where you cook your own meals; bring all supplies from Pesariis, as the hut stocks little food. No shower facilities; water is available.
Better suited to experienced hikers: the approach is steep and exposed, and the surrounding peaks (Monte Coglians, 2,780m) involve scrambling. Small capacity and self-catering make it challenging for families with young children.

Location

46.3183, 13.4062
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Reservation recommended.

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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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Quick Facts

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10

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Meals served Self catering Drinking water

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Website
https://www.parcoprealpigiulie.it/it/principale/attivita/ricoveri-montani/ricovero-casera-caal

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