Refuge De Dòo

Rifugio De Dòo sits at 1,230m in the Carnic Alps on the border between Friuli Venezia Giulia and Veneto. The hut anchors the Valle del But valley and works as a base for ridge walks and scrambles across the Carnic chain. Reach it from Forni Avoltri village—a 2.5-hour hike following the river path through forest, gaining 600m steadily. In winter, park lower and add 45 minutes. The approach is straightforward and rarely crowded.

The rifugio has 40 beds split across several rooms. Meals are simple and substantial: pasta, polenta, local cheeses, and meat dishes. Water comes from the mountain spring. The hut runs year-round, though weekends fill fast in July and August and during Easter week. Showers and toilets are basic but functional. The hut is unguarded in winter, so ring ahead if you plan a cold-season visit. Mobile signal is patchy but reliable enough for emergencies.

Book directly by email or phone—contact details are on rifugio-dedoo.it. For July and August weekends, book 8–10 weeks ahead. May through June and September offer quieter alternatives with the same views. The hut sits on the CAI path network; mention your route when booking so staff know when to expect you.