Malga Miesnotta di Mezzo
1.7
Trentino-Alto Adige, Italy
About
Malga Miesnotta di Mezzo sits at 2,050m in the Dolomites near the Tre Cime di Lavaredo massif. Reach it from Auronzo di Cadore via the Tre Cime road to the Tre Cime car park, then hike 2.5 hours on trail 101 ascending through beech forest and alpine meadows. The final approach is straightforward terrain with good trail markers.
This is a working alpine dairy (malga) that also welcomes hikers. It offers simple accommodation in basic dormitories with 20-25 beds total and shared bathroom facilities. The kitchen serves hearty mountain food—casunziei (local cheese pasta), speck, and fresh dairy products made on-site. Half-board is standard. There's no shower, which is typical for traditional malgas at this elevation. The hut operates June through September, closing during winter months when snow makes access difficult.
Book directly by phone or email as far ahead as possible; July and August fill weeks in advance. Weekend availability is tight even in shoulder seasons. The setting works best as a base for day hikes across the Tre Cime trails rather than a destination in itself. Come prepared for cold nights even in summer—bring a sleeping bag rated to 5°C. The hut's appeal is access to serious alpine hiking, not luxury.
This is a working alpine dairy (malga) that also welcomes hikers. It offers simple accommodation in basic dormitories with 20-25 beds total and shared bathroom facilities. The kitchen serves hearty mountain food—casunziei (local cheese pasta), speck, and fresh dairy products made on-site. Half-board is standard. There's no shower, which is typical for traditional malgas at this elevation. The hut operates June through September, closing during winter months when snow makes access difficult.
Book directly by phone or email as far ahead as possible; July and August fill weeks in advance. Weekend availability is tight even in shoulder seasons. The setting works best as a base for day hikes across the Tre Cime trails rather than a destination in itself. Come prepared for cold nights even in summer—bring a sleeping bag rated to 5°C. The hut's appeal is access to serious alpine hiking, not luxury.
Frequently Asked Questions
Book 2–3 months ahead for July and August; shoulder season (June, September) needs less notice but call ahead to confirm staffing.
Open late June to late September, depending on weather and dairy operations; confirm dates before planning your trip.
Drive to the Tre Cime car park via Auronzo di Cadore, then hike 2.5 hours on trail 101 through beech forest and meadows to 2,050m.
Simple dormitory beds (20–25 total) with shared bathrooms; meals focus on hearty mountain food, often featuring dairy products from the working malga.
Yes—the 2.5-hour hike is moderate with good trail markers and straightforward terrain, making it accessible for hikers with basic fitness.
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