Rifugio Contrin
3.4About
Rifugio Contrin sits at 2,016m in the Contrin Valley, a side valley off the Val di Fassa in the Dolomites. The approach takes 2.5 hours from Passo Fedare (1,896m) or 3 hours from Canazei via the valley trail. The valley itself is worth the time—larch forest gives way to alpine meadow, and the hut arrives suddenly against a backdrop of limestone walls. Strong walkers can reach it in under 2 hours from Passo Ghedina, though the path is steeper.
The hut has 112 beds across mixed dormitories and doubles. It serves breakfast and a three-course dinner using local ingredients. The kitchen keeps hours for packed lunches. Hot showers work, though water can run cold during peak season. The building is functional mountain infrastructure—well-maintained but not luxurious. The hut operates year-round but runs skeleton staff in winter; book ahead if visiting November–March. The valley becomes a serious snow corridor in winter, and avalanche risk exists on certain slopes above the hut.
Book direct by phone (+39 0462 601292) or email ([email protected]). July and August fill 4–6 weeks ahead. June and September are shoulder season—manageable crowds, reliable weather windows. The hut sits on several through-routes, including the Alta Via 1, which concentrates weekend traffic. Email has a faster response than phone calls, though both work.
The hut has 112 beds across mixed dormitories and doubles. It serves breakfast and a three-course dinner using local ingredients. The kitchen keeps hours for packed lunches. Hot showers work, though water can run cold during peak season. The building is functional mountain infrastructure—well-maintained but not luxurious. The hut operates year-round but runs skeleton staff in winter; book ahead if visiting November–March. The valley becomes a serious snow corridor in winter, and avalanche risk exists on certain slopes above the hut.
Book direct by phone (+39 0462 601292) or email ([email protected]). July and August fill 4–6 weeks ahead. June and September are shoulder season—manageable crowds, reliable weather windows. The hut sits on several through-routes, including the Alta Via 1, which concentrates weekend traffic. Email has a faster response than phone calls, though both work.
Frequently Asked Questions
Book 2–3 months ahead for July and August; 4–6 weeks for shoulder season (June, September). Call or email directly—they don't always use online systems.
Rifugio Contrin is staffed June through September, with limited service in May and early October depending on snow.
From Canazei, follow the valley trail for 3 hours; from Passo Fedare, allow 2.5 hours. Strong walkers can do it in under 2 hours from Passo Ghedina via a steeper route.
Full meals (dinner and breakfast) included with bed, plus a bar. Bathrooms are shared; hot showers available for a small fee.
Yes—the valley approach from Canazei is steady and well-graded, suitable for families with older children. Avoid the Passo Ghedina route if you're inexperienced with steep terrain.
Location
46.4298, 11.8159
HutLists Score
3.4
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- Season
- Jun 01 - Sep 30
- Total
- 112
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Contact & Booking
- Website
- http://www.rifugiocontrin.it/
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