Unterer Schafberg
1.5
Lombardy, Italy
About
Unterer Schafberg sits at 1,854m on the border between Lombardy and the Trentino-Alto Adige region, in the Giudicarie Alps. You reach it from the village of Pian di Vigo (accessible by car or bus from Tione di Trento) in roughly 1.5 hours on foot via marked trail 369. The approach gains 400m steadily through larch forest and opens onto alpine pasture near the hut. The location sits on a working saddle between two ridges, making it a natural waypoint for longer traverses across this less-crowded section of the southern Dolomites.
The hut operates as a modest mountain shelter with 30 beds in simple dormitory rooms and a few double chambers. Half-board only: dinner, bed, and breakfast cost around €60–75 per person. The kitchen prepares solid Tyrolean fare—expect hearty pasta, local cheeses, and cured meats. Showers are cold water only. The hut runs from June through September; winter access depends on snow conditions and should be confirmed in advance. Mobile signal is weak to nonexistent.
Book directly by phone or email. July and August weekends fill quickly; aim to reserve 3–4 weeks ahead for summer visits. Midweek slots in June and September are usually available with shorter notice. The hut sits at the edge of several hiking circuits: day trips to surrounding peaks, or longer traverses toward the Rifugio Laresei or south toward the Presanella massif.
The hut operates as a modest mountain shelter with 30 beds in simple dormitory rooms and a few double chambers. Half-board only: dinner, bed, and breakfast cost around €60–75 per person. The kitchen prepares solid Tyrolean fare—expect hearty pasta, local cheeses, and cured meats. Showers are cold water only. The hut runs from June through September; winter access depends on snow conditions and should be confirmed in advance. Mobile signal is weak to nonexistent.
Book directly by phone or email. July and August weekends fill quickly; aim to reserve 3–4 weeks ahead for summer visits. Midweek slots in June and September are usually available with shorter notice. The hut sits at the edge of several hiking circuits: day trips to surrounding peaks, or longer traverses toward the Rifugio Laresei or south toward the Presanella massif.
Frequently Asked Questions
Book at least 2–3 weeks ahead during peak summer season (July–August), especially for weekends; call ahead to confirm current staffing and availability.
The hut is staffed during summer months; confirm exact dates by phone, as Alpine huts typically operate June through September depending on snow conditions.
Drive or take a bus from Tione di Trento to Pian di Vigo, then follow marked trail 369 for 1.5 hours gaining 400m through larch forest to the hut at 1,854m.
Expect basic Alpine hut amenities: simple dorm beds, hearty meals, and water from the mountain; confirm whether showers are available when you book by phone.
Yes—the 1.5-hour approach on a marked trail with steady 400m gain is manageable for fit families and active beginners; it's also ideal as a waypoint hut for traversing the Giudicarie Alps.
Quick Facts
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Facilities
Breakfast
Half board
Meals served
Drinking water
Contact & Booking
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