Rieserfernerhütte - Rifugio Vedrette di Ries
4.1About
Rieserfernerhütte sits at 2792m in the Zillertal Alps, on the border between Trentino and Alto Adige. Reach it from Ratschings or via the Pflerscher Jöchl from the Zillertal. Most hikers approach from Ratschings in the Stubaital, allowing 4–5 hours from the valley. The final push gains 1200m of elevation and crosses open scree slopes with sketchy cairn marking—bring a map.
The hut has 80 beds split between 4–6 person dorms and smaller rooms. Full board includes filling dinners and packed lunches. The kitchen opens mid-June to mid-September, weather-dependent. Water is reliable; toilets are outside. This is a working hut, not a resort—expect basic conditions and shared sleeping quarters. Afternoon tea and evening meals happen at fixed times. Power and internet are absent.
Book directly by phone (+39 0472 654588) or email as far ahead as possible; July weekends fill fast. July and August need 2–3 months' notice. June and September are quieter but weather is less stable. The hut sits on the CAI path network; register your route before departure if you're hiking solo. Snow lingers into June on the approach.
The hut has 80 beds split between 4–6 person dorms and smaller rooms. Full board includes filling dinners and packed lunches. The kitchen opens mid-June to mid-September, weather-dependent. Water is reliable; toilets are outside. This is a working hut, not a resort—expect basic conditions and shared sleeping quarters. Afternoon tea and evening meals happen at fixed times. Power and internet are absent.
Book directly by phone (+39 0472 654588) or email as far ahead as possible; July weekends fill fast. July and August need 2–3 months' notice. June and September are quieter but weather is less stable. The hut sits on the CAI path network; register your route before departure if you're hiking solo. Snow lingers into June on the approach.
Frequently Asked Questions
Book 2–3 weeks ahead for summer weekends, earlier for July–August; call the hut directly or use rifugio.net for availability.
Typically open June through September; confirm exact dates with the hut before planning, as early/late season depends on snow conditions.
From Ratschings in the Stubaital, allow 4–5 hours for the 1200m elevation gain via open scree slopes with cairn marking—bring a map as waymarking is sketchy.
80 beds in 4–6 person dorms and smaller rooms; full board includes filling dinners and packed lunches; confirm showers and other amenities when booking.
Not ideal for beginners—the final approach crosses rough scree with minimal waymarking and gains 1200m, requiring solid fitness and navigation skills; better for experienced hikers.
Location
46.8900, 12.0795
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Quick Facts
- Managing club
- AVS AVS-Sektionen Bozen
- Total
- 80
Facilities
Breakfast
Half board
Meals served
Drinking water
Contact & Booking
- [email protected]
- Phone
- +39 0474 492125
- Website
- www.rieserfernerhuette.it
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