Roncjade
1.3
Friuli Venezia Giulia, Italy
About
Roncjade sits at 1,287m in the Prealps above Nimis, in Friuli Venezia Giulia. Most hikers reach it from the Rifugio Giaf (1,185m) in 1.5 hours via marked trail 619, or from the village of Nimis in 3 hours via trail 618. The approach climbs steadily through beech forest and opens onto a plateau. On foot from Udine or Gorizia, plan at least 4–5 hours total.
The hut is a small, simple refuge with 20 beds spread across dormitory rooms. Meals are basic but honest: pasta, polenta, and mountain stews. The manager keeps the kitchen running in summer (June–September) and weekends in shoulder season. There's water on site and heating in cooler months. Don't expect shower facilities—this is functional mountain accommodation, not a hotel. The location works best as a stop on ridge walks connecting to Rifugio Giaf or as a base for day hikes across the Prealps plateau.
Book directly with the hut by phone or email; contact details are posted on rifugi.net. July and August weekends fill weeks in advance. Outside peak season (May–June and September–October), you can usually turn up without reservation, but call ahead to confirm the manager is present. The hut closes November through May.
The hut is a small, simple refuge with 20 beds spread across dormitory rooms. Meals are basic but honest: pasta, polenta, and mountain stews. The manager keeps the kitchen running in summer (June–September) and weekends in shoulder season. There's water on site and heating in cooler months. Don't expect shower facilities—this is functional mountain accommodation, not a hotel. The location works best as a stop on ridge walks connecting to Rifugio Giaf or as a base for day hikes across the Prealps plateau.
Book directly with the hut by phone or email; contact details are posted on rifugi.net. July and August weekends fill weeks in advance. Outside peak season (May–June and September–October), you can usually turn up without reservation, but call ahead to confirm the manager is present. The hut closes November through May.
Frequently Asked Questions
Book at least 2–3 weeks ahead during summer weekends; weekdays are more flexible. Contact the hut directly or check rifugio.net and cai.it for availability and reservations.
Staffed during summer months (typically June–September); confirm exact dates before planning, as small Prealps huts can have variable season lengths.
1.5 hours from Rifugio Giaf via marked trail 619, or 3 hours from Nimis village via trail 618; both routes climb through beech forest to the plateau at 1,287m. From Udine or Gorizia allow 4–5 hours total.
20 beds in dormitory rooms, basic mountain meals (pasta, polenta, stews), and water access; no shower facilities—plan accordingly.
Yes for fit families and experienced walkers; the 3-hour approach from Nimis is steady but manageable, though the small capacity (20 beds) and basic setup mean it suits self-reliant groups better than casual day-trippers.
Quick Facts
- Season
- –
- Total
- 20
- Dormitory
- Emergency
- Private rooms
Facilities
Meals served
Drinking water
Contact & Booking
- Phone
- Website