Rifugio Pordenone
5.0About
Rifugio Pordenone sits at 1249m in Val Cimoliana, the main valley cutting through the Dolomites' western flank in Friuli Venezia Giulia. The standard approach follows the valley floor from Cimolais for 2 hours on a well-marked path. Mountain bikes handle this route easily. For a faster ascent, branch left toward Rifugio Fedare and traverse across in 90 minutes. The hut is reachable year-round but staffing drops after summer.
The hut sleeps 60 in basic rooms plus 8 emergency beds. Meals are available—order dinner when you book. Water comes from the tap. Toilets are flush, not pit. There's no WiFi. In summer the hut runs as a proper base camp with full service and busy weekends. Winter brings silence and self-catering (you bring food), though you can sometimes find a caretaker. Mountain bikers use it frequently as a turnaround point; families appreciate the low elevation and easy terrain.
Book well ahead for July and August—aim for 2-3 months minimum. Use the online system at rifugi.cai.it or email directly; phone works too. Check current staffing status before a winter visit since the hut may be locked. The CAI Pordenone section manages it and responds fastest to direct contact.
The hut sleeps 60 in basic rooms plus 8 emergency beds. Meals are available—order dinner when you book. Water comes from the tap. Toilets are flush, not pit. There's no WiFi. In summer the hut runs as a proper base camp with full service and busy weekends. Winter brings silence and self-catering (you bring food), though you can sometimes find a caretaker. Mountain bikers use it frequently as a turnaround point; families appreciate the low elevation and easy terrain.
Book well ahead for July and August—aim for 2-3 months minimum. Use the online system at rifugi.cai.it or email directly; phone works too. Check current staffing status before a winter visit since the hut may be locked. The CAI Pordenone section manages it and responds fastest to direct contact.
Frequently Asked Questions
Book at least 2–3 months ahead for July and August; email [email protected] or use rifugi.cai.it. Phone contact is also available for direct coordination.
Staffed during summer (typically June to September); open but unstaffed in winter, so you'll need to arrange access in advance if visiting off-season.
From Cimolais, follow the valley floor for 2 hours on a marked path (bike-friendly), or branch toward Rifugio Fedare and traverse in 90 minutes for a faster ascent.
Meals are served daily when staffed; drinking water and flush toilets are available. There is no WiFi.
Yes—the 2-hour approach from Cimolais is straightforward and bike-accessible, making it ideal for families and less experienced hikers.
Location
46.3814, 12.4899
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Quick Facts
- Managing club
- CAI Club Alpino Italiano sezione di Pordenone
- Total
- 60
- Emergency
- 8
Facilities
Meals served
Flush toilets
Drinking water
Contact & Booking
- [email protected]
- Phone
- +39 042787300
- Website
- https://www.rifugiopordenone.it
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