Ricovero casera Rio Nero
2.5About
Ricovero Casera Rio Nero sits at 865m in the Julian Alps of Friuli Venezia Giulia, in the remote Rio Nero valley. Reach it on foot from Sella Nevea (15km away) via marked trails through beech forest and alpine meadow. Allow 4–5 hours from the trailhead. The hut also connects to the long-distance Traversata delle Alpi Giulie route for experienced mountain hikers.
This is a small, basic rifugio with 9 beds in simple dormitory rooms. It has a self-catering kitchen, so bring your own food. There is no restaurant service or prepared meals. Water comes from the spring. The hut opens year-round but gets heavy snow above 1,000m in winter; check conditions before visiting December–March. Summer and autumn (June–October) are most reliable.
Book directly with the hut manager well ahead for July and August, as capacity is tight. Contact via CAI or local tourism offices in the province of Udine for current phone numbers and opening dates. This is a working shepherd's shelter first, a hut second—expect rustic conditions and self-sufficiency. The reward is solitude and access to some of the Julian Alps' quietest high-altitude terrain.
This is a small, basic rifugio with 9 beds in simple dormitory rooms. It has a self-catering kitchen, so bring your own food. There is no restaurant service or prepared meals. Water comes from the spring. The hut opens year-round but gets heavy snow above 1,000m in winter; check conditions before visiting December–March. Summer and autumn (June–October) are most reliable.
Book directly with the hut manager well ahead for July and August, as capacity is tight. Contact via CAI or local tourism offices in the province of Udine for current phone numbers and opening dates. This is a working shepherd's shelter first, a hut second—expect rustic conditions and self-sufficiency. The reward is solitude and access to some of the Julian Alps' quietest high-altitude terrain.
Frequently Asked Questions
Book at least 2–3 weeks ahead during summer (June–September), especially weekends; this tiny 9-bed hut fills quickly. Contact the hut directly or check rifugio.net and cai.it for availability and reservations.
Open June through September in normal years; snow and access conditions can affect shoulder months. Always confirm opening dates before your trip, as this remote hut may close earlier in bad weather.
Hike from Sella Nevea trailhead (15km away) via marked trails through beech forest and alpine meadow—allow 4–5 hours. The hut also connects to the Traversata delle Alpi Giulie long-distance route for experienced mountain hikers.
9 beds in simple dormitory rooms with a self-catering kitchen—bring your own food. Water is available; confirm shower and toilet facilities when you book, as this is a basic mountain rifugio.
Better suited to experienced hikers: the 4–5 hour approach is moderate but remote, and the hut's basic facilities and self-catering setup require self-sufficiency. Families with older children (12+) and hiking experience can manage it.
Location
46.3484, 13.2554
HutLists Score
2.5
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Quick Facts
- Total
- 9
Facilities
Meals served
Self catering
Contact & Booking
- Website
- https://www.parcoprealpigiulie.it/it/principale/attivita/ricoveri-montani/ricovero-casera-rio-nero
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