Refuge Fratelli De Gasperi
5.0Rifugio Fratelli De Gasperi
About
Rifugio Fratelli De Gasperi sits at 1,767m in the Carnic Alps of Friuli Venezia Giulia. Approach from the town of Tolmezzo. The hut serves as a base for hiking the Carnic Crest Trail and access routes to peaks like Cima di Monticello. Most trekkers reach it in 3–4 hours from trailheads in the valley below.
The rifugio has 62 beds split across multiple rooms. Meals are available: half-board and full-board options use local ingredients. The kitchen serves simple, substantial food suited to mountain appetites. Water comes from mountain springs. The hut operates year-round but expect reduced services in winter—contact ahead to confirm availability outside peak season. Staff are CAI members who know the surrounding routes well.
Book directly with CAI Sezione di Tolmezzo by phone or email. July and August fill quickly; reserve 2–3 months ahead for these months. June and September are less crowded. The hut sits on popular weekend routes from the Friuli lowlands, so weekends year-round attract local traffic. Weekday visits outside summer give you quieter conditions and easier reservations.
The rifugio has 62 beds split across multiple rooms. Meals are available: half-board and full-board options use local ingredients. The kitchen serves simple, substantial food suited to mountain appetites. Water comes from mountain springs. The hut operates year-round but expect reduced services in winter—contact ahead to confirm availability outside peak season. Staff are CAI members who know the surrounding routes well.
Book directly with CAI Sezione di Tolmezzo by phone or email. July and August fill quickly; reserve 2–3 months ahead for these months. June and September are less crowded. The hut sits on popular weekend routes from the Friuli lowlands, so weekends year-round attract local traffic. Weekday visits outside summer give you quieter conditions and easier reservations.
Frequently Asked Questions
Book at least 2–3 weeks ahead during peak season (July–September); weekends fill faster. Call the hut directly or check rifugio.net for availability.
Typically open June through September, though exact dates vary by year. Contact the hut directly for current opening dates and staffing schedule.
Approach from Tolmezzo in the valley; allow 3–4 hours hiking from valley trailheads to the hut at 1,767m. Well-marked paths lead to the Carnic Crest Trail.
62 beds in shared rooms, hot meals with half-board and full-board options using local ingredients. Expect basic mountain facilities; check directly about shower availability.
Yes—the 3–4 hour approach is moderate, and the hut works well as a hiking base for mixed-ability groups. Families should confirm bed configurations and meal flexibility when booking.
Location
46.5202, 12.6758
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5.0
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Quick Facts
- Managing club
- CAI Club Alpino Italiano Sezione di Tolmezzo
- Total
- 62
Facilities
Breakfast
Half board
Meals served
Drinking water
Contact & Booking
- [email protected]
- Phone
- +39 0433 466446
- Website
- https://www.rifdegasperi.it/
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