Refuge Edoardo Tolazzi
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Refuge Edoardo Tolazzi

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Rifugio Edoardo Tolazzi

1,350m Friuli Venezia Giulia, Italy Write a review
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About

Rifugio Tolazzi sits at 1,350m in the Julian Alps, reached from the Predil Pass road or via hiking trails from the Raibl valley. Most people approach from the Predil area, a 90-minute walk through mixed forest that gains 400m steadily but without technical difficulty. The hut marks the start of longer ridge traverses toward higher Julian peaks, making it a solid base for 2–3 day tours in this quieter corner of the Alps.

The rifugio has 40 beds across simple rooms and operates year-round, though verify before visiting in winter. Meals are available for residents and passing hikers. Basic facilities include toilets and cold water; showers are limited. The kitchen serves straightforward mountain food—expect pasta, polenta, and local meat dishes. This is a working mountain hut, not a tourist hotel. Staff are welcoming but no-nonsense. Mobile signal is inconsistent.

Book ahead by phone, especially for weekends and July–August. The hut fills quickly because few alternatives exist in the surrounding Julian Alps and the location appeals to people wanting to escape the more crowded routes further west. Confirm your arrival time when you call. Walk-ins are accepted outside summer peaks but dinner service may not be guaranteed. The hut is managed by the local Alpine club and accepts cash and Italian bank transfers.

Frequently Asked Questions

Book 2–3 weeks ahead during peak season (July–August); weekends year-round require advance notice. Call the hut directly using the phone contact, or check rifugio.net and CAI listings for availability.
The hut operates year-round, though winter staffing and services are reduced; confirm opening dates before traveling in November–March.
Approach from Predil Pass via hiking trails through the Raibl valley: a 90-minute walk gaining 400m through mixed forest with steady but non-technical terrain. From Predil itself, it's the most direct route.
The hut has 40 beds in simple rooms and serves meals (confirm dinner availability when booking). Hot water and basic showers are standard; bring a sleeping bag liner.
Yes for families and hiking beginners—the 90-minute approach is steady and non-technical. It's less suitable if you plan technical rock climbing, but ideal as a base for ridge walks and multi-day Alpine hikes.

Location

46.5919, 12.8680
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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

Managing club
CAI

Facilities

Breakfast Half board Meals served Drinking water

Contact & Booking

Phone
+39 0433 72289
Website
http://www.rifugiotolazzi.it

Activities

Hiking Mountaineering

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