Refuge Giovanni Morgante

3.8

Rifugio Giovanni Morgante

1,619m Friuli Venezia Giulia, Italy Write a review
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Rifugio Giovanni Morgante sits at 1,619m in the Julian Alps of Friuli Venezia Giulia. Reach it from Sella Nevea (1,448m) in about 2 hours on a well-marked trail that climbs steadily through mixed forest before breaking into open alpine terrain. The hut serves as a base for peaks in the Kanin massif and makes a logical stop on multi-day traverses through the region. The approach is straightforward but exposed in bad weather—start early if storms threaten.

The hut accommodates 80 people in mixed dormitory rooms. Meals are standard alpine fare: pasta, soup, and meat dishes at dinner; bread and cheese at breakfast. The kitchen serves packed lunches if you order by evening. There's a small bar. Water comes from a mountain spring. The hut operates year-round but runs with minimal staff November to March—call ahead in winter. Facilities include basic washrooms with cold water; hot showers cost extra.

Book direct with the hut or through SAT (South Tyrolean Alpine Club) online. July and August fill 4–6 weeks out, particularly weekends. May through September and December holidays see steady traffic. Winter is quiet but verify opening status before heading up. The hut is family-run and can be slow to respond to email—a phone call works faster.

Frequently Asked Questions

Book 2-3 weeks ahead for weekends during peak season (June-September); weekdays are more flexible. Reserve through rifugio.net or directly with the hut via CAI/SAT affiliations—check cai.it for contact details.
Typically open June through September with full staffing; shoulder months (May, October) depend on snow and weather—contact ahead if visiting outside peak season.
Start from Sella Nevea (1,448m) and follow the well-marked trail for approximately 2 hours; the route climbs 171m through forest then open terrain and is exposed in bad weather, so start early.
The hut sleeps 80 in mixed dorms, serves hot meals and drinks, and typically has basic washing facilities; expect no showers or expect cold water only—bring a washcloth.
Suitable for fit families and hikers with Alpine experience; the 2-hour approach is manageable, but the exposed upper section demands good weather and steady footing—not ideal for young children or inexperienced hikers.

Location

46.5918, 13.0349
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