Refuge De Marie al Volano
3.9Rifugio De Marie al Volano
About
Rifugio De Marie al Volano sits at 1,428m on the slopes of Monte Volano in the Val di Fassa, Trentino. Reach it from Campitello di Fassa in 2 hours on marked trail 638, climbing steadily through mixed forest and alpine meadow. The hut makes a logical rest point on longer valley traverses or as a base for day walks to higher peaks in the Dolomites.
The rifugio has 50 beds split across simple rooms. Half and full board available; the kitchen handles vegetarian requests and packed lunches for early starts. Water comes from the mountain and the hut runs its own small hydroelectric system. Showers and toilets are basic but functional. Open June to September; winter access depends on snow conditions. The hut is managed by the SAT (Italian Alpine club for Trentino) and keeps the traditional rifugio standard—cheap, no frills, built for walkers.
Book 3–4 weeks ahead for July and August weekends. Reserve through rifugi.net or contact the SAT directly. The hut fills quickly during school holidays and long weekends in the peak summer months. Off-season (June and September) you can often turn up without notice, though ringing ahead is sensible.
The rifugio has 50 beds split across simple rooms. Half and full board available; the kitchen handles vegetarian requests and packed lunches for early starts. Water comes from the mountain and the hut runs its own small hydroelectric system. Showers and toilets are basic but functional. Open June to September; winter access depends on snow conditions. The hut is managed by the SAT (Italian Alpine club for Trentino) and keeps the traditional rifugio standard—cheap, no frills, built for walkers.
Book 3–4 weeks ahead for July and August weekends. Reserve through rifugi.net or contact the SAT directly. The hut fills quickly during school holidays and long weekends in the peak summer months. Off-season (June and September) you can often turn up without notice, though ringing ahead is sensible.
Frequently Asked Questions
Book at least 2-3 weeks ahead during July-August, earlier if you're visiting peak weekends. Contact the hut directly or use rifugio.net for availability.
Typically open June through September, though exact dates vary by year—check their website or call ahead before planning an off-season visit.
Start from Campitello di Fassa and follow marked trail 638 for 2 hours; the route climbs steadily through forest and alpine meadow with roughly 400m elevation gain.
50 beds in simple rooms, half and full board available, packed lunches prepared on request, and vegetarian meals accommodated; expect no showers (standard for rifugi at this elevation).
Yes—the 2-hour approach from Campitello is straightforward on a marked trail, making it accessible for families and newer hikers wanting a comfortable overnight in the mountains.
Location
46.0204, 10.4034
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