Rifugio Locatelli - Bivouac
3.4
Trentino-Alto Adige, Italy
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Rifugio Locatelli-Bivouac sits at 2,835m on the Tre Cime di Lavaredo massif in the Dolomites. Reach it from Auronzo di Cadore via the cable car to Ra Gusela (2,595m), then hike 45 minutes northeast along marked trail 105. The final approach crosses steep scree and scrambling terrain—pack a helmet. This is a serious alpine hut for climbers tackling the Tre Cime, not a leisure destination.
The bivouac is a small, unstaffed shelter with sleeping spots for about 30 people on foam mattresses. Bring your own sleeping bag and food—there are no meals or services. Water availability is unreliable; collect it when you find it. The structure offers basic protection from wind and weather but expect cramped, spartan conditions. Open year-round, though winter access requires mountaineering skills.
Arrive early afternoon to claim a spot during summer months (June–September). No booking system exists—accommodation is first-come, first-served. Bring a headlamp, extra layers, and a stove for hot drinks. In July and August, plan to arrive by midday or expect to find no space. This hut demands self-sufficiency and mountain experience.
The bivouac is a small, unstaffed shelter with sleeping spots for about 30 people on foam mattresses. Bring your own sleeping bag and food—there are no meals or services. Water availability is unreliable; collect it when you find it. The structure offers basic protection from wind and weather but expect cramped, spartan conditions. Open year-round, though winter access requires mountaineering skills.
Arrive early afternoon to claim a spot during summer months (June–September). No booking system exists—accommodation is first-come, first-served. Bring a headlamp, extra layers, and a stove for hot drinks. In July and August, plan to arrive by midday or expect to find no space. This hut demands self-sufficiency and mountain experience.
Frequently Asked Questions
Book 2–3 months ahead for July and August; the bivouac has only ~30 spots and fills quickly during peak season.
Open June to October, though conditions and access depend on weather and snow; it's unstaffed, so go prepared for self-sufficiency.
Take the cable car from Auronzo di Cadore to Ra Gusela (2,595m), then hike 45 minutes northeast on marked trail 105; the final approach involves steep scree and scrambling—a helmet is essential.
It's a basic unstaffed bivouac with foam mattresses for ~30 people; bring your own food, water, and sleeping bag—there's no kitchen or meals provided.
No—this is for experienced mountaineers only; the scrambling terrain, exposure, and self-sufficient nature make it unsuitable for casual hikers or families.
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46.6368, 12.3113
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