Höchsterhütte am Grünsee - Rifugio Canziani al Lago Verde
3.2
Trentino-Alto Adige, Italy
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About
Höchsterhütte am Grünsee sits at 2,522m on the shore of Lago Verde in the Zillertal Alps. Reach it from the village of Schlegeis by hiking 2.5 hours up the valley trail. The path is well-marked and not technical. Most hikers approach from the south via Mayrhofen in Austria, crossing into Italy near the Zillertal Reservoir.
The rifugio sleeps 40 across simple dormitory rooms and a few doubles. Meals are hearty mountain food—pasta, schnitzel, local cheeses. The kitchen serves breakfast and a three-course dinner. Water comes from the lake. There are no showers, but you can wash at the sink. The hut runs from June through September. The location makes it a solid base for day walks around the lake and scrambling on the surrounding peaks, or a convenient overnight stop on multi-day routes crossing into the Ötztal.
Call ahead to reserve beds, especially for weekends and July–August. The hut staff speak German and Italian. Arrive by mid-afternoon to secure dinner. Cell signal is weak but usually works near the main building. The nearest supply shop is in Mayrhofen, several hours' walk away, so bring what you need.
The rifugio sleeps 40 across simple dormitory rooms and a few doubles. Meals are hearty mountain food—pasta, schnitzel, local cheeses. The kitchen serves breakfast and a three-course dinner. Water comes from the lake. There are no showers, but you can wash at the sink. The hut runs from June through September. The location makes it a solid base for day walks around the lake and scrambling on the surrounding peaks, or a convenient overnight stop on multi-day routes crossing into the Ötztal.
Call ahead to reserve beds, especially for weekends and July–August. The hut staff speak German and Italian. Arrive by mid-afternoon to secure dinner. Cell signal is weak but usually works near the main building. The nearest supply shop is in Mayrhofen, several hours' walk away, so bring what you need.
Frequently Asked Questions
Book 2–4 weeks ahead during July–August, especially weekends; shoulder season (June, September) is more flexible. Call the hut directly or check rifugio.net for availability.
Typically open June through September; exact dates depend on snow conditions and staffing. Confirm opening dates before planning, as high-altitude huts may open late or close early.
Hike 2.5 hours from Schlegeis village on a well-marked, non-technical valley trail; most approach from Mayrhofen (Austria) crossing into Italy near the Zillertal Reservoir. No cable car or vehicle access.
Serves breakfast and three-course dinners with hearty mountain food (pasta, schnitzel, local cheese); 40 beds in simple dorms and a few doubles. No shower—washbasins only, typical for high-altitude rifugi.
Yes—the 2.5-hour approach is straightforward, non-technical hiking, suitable for fit families and hiking beginners. The dorm setup and hearty meals suit group trips well.
Location
46.4825, 10.7990
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- Total
- 40
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- Phone
- +39 0473 798120
- Website
- https://www.rifugiocanziani.it/
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