Rifugio Ciampac

Rifugio Ciampac sits at 2,484m in the Dolomites near Cortina d'Ampezzo. Reach it from Passo Ra Gusela (2,595m) in 45 minutes on a well-marked path, or approach via the Tre Croci chairlift from Cortina, which shortens the walk to about 1.5 hours. The hut serves as a basecamp for traversing the Cinque Torri peaks and accessing ridges across the Ampezzo basin. Weather can change fast at this elevation—bring a jacket even on clear mornings.
The hut has 40 beds across simple, clean rooms. Dinner is hearty mountain food: pasta, risotto, and meat dishes that fuel the next day's hiking. Breakfast and packed lunches are available. The bar serves coffee and local beer. Water comes from the mountain. Open mid-June through September, with occasional weekends in June and early October depending on snow. Most beds have shared bathrooms. The atmosphere is working hiker—expect other climbers at dinner, not tourists.
Book direct with the rifugio by phone (+39 0436 5226) or email ([email protected]). July and August weekends fill 4-6 weeks ahead. Shoulder season (June, September) has more availability. Confirm opening dates before planning late-spring or early-autumn trips. Half-board is standard, though you can stay without meals if you bring food. Pay in cash or card.