Labaunalm
5.0About
Labaunalm sits at 1980m on the eastern flank of the Sarntaler Alpen, in the Val di Funes north of Bolzano. Reach it from Villnöss (the valley's main village) by hiking south-east through mixed forest and meadow for roughly 2.5 hours. The trail is well-marked and gains about 700m steadily. In summer, a cable car from Villnöss cuts the approach to 45 minutes if you want to preserve energy for higher traverses.
The hut runs year-round and sleeps around 30 people in simple dormitory rooms. Meals are hearty and affordable—expect traditional South Tyrolean fare like speck, cheese, and pasta. Hot showers work (cold water sometimes in peak season). The hut is a solid base for day walks across the Sarntaler Alpen or multi-day tours linking to rifugio Auronzo to the north or Rüderhütte to the west. Mobile signal is weak; expect no WiFi.
Book direct via phone or email at least 4 weeks ahead for July and August weekends. The hut belongs to the SAT (Società degli Alpinisti Trentini) and you can also contact them through rifugio booking platforms. Expect full capacity from mid-June through early September and during Easter holidays. Winter operations depend on snow conditions—confirm before visiting November through March.
The hut runs year-round and sleeps around 30 people in simple dormitory rooms. Meals are hearty and affordable—expect traditional South Tyrolean fare like speck, cheese, and pasta. Hot showers work (cold water sometimes in peak season). The hut is a solid base for day walks across the Sarntaler Alpen or multi-day tours linking to rifugio Auronzo to the north or Rüderhütte to the west. Mobile signal is weak; expect no WiFi.
Book direct via phone or email at least 4 weeks ahead for July and August weekends. The hut belongs to the SAT (Società degli Alpinisti Trentini) and you can also contact them through rifugio booking platforms. Expect full capacity from mid-June through early September and during Easter holidays. Winter operations depend on snow conditions—confirm before visiting November through March.
Frequently Asked Questions
Book 2-3 weeks ahead in peak season (July-August); weekends fill quickly. Use rifugio.net, cai.it, or call the hut directly—most SAC/CAI huts in Trentino-Alto Adige accept phone reservations.
Open year-round with staff on-site, though services may be reduced in winter; confirm opening dates before visiting off-season.
Hike from Villnöss (Val di Funes) south-east for 2.5 hours, gaining 700m on a well-marked trail through forest and meadow, or take the cable car from Villnöss (45 minutes to the hut).
Around 30 beds in simple dormitory rooms with meals available; confirm shower availability when booking, as smaller huts at this elevation may have limited hot water.
Yes for families with mountain experience—the trail from Villnöss is steady and well-marked, and the cable car option makes it accessible for younger children or those wanting a rest day before higher traverses.
Location
46.9180, 10.5244
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- Managing club
- AVS
- Season
- "Nur im Sommer"
Facilities
Breakfast
Half board
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Drinking water
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