Rifugio Pradidali

Rifugio Pradidali

2,278m Trentino-Alto Adige, Italy
Moderate

About

Rifugio Pradidali sits at 2,278m in Val Pradidali, Trentino-Alto Adige. Reach it by hiking from Passo Rolle (about 2 hours) or from the Pale di San Martino massif. The hut anchors the eastern approaches to the Pale group and works as a base for ridge traverses and summit ascents across the limestone peaks.

The hut holds 65 beds plus 7 emergency places. Meals are served during staffed periods—expect hearty mountain food. Drinking water is available. There is no WiFi. The hut opens year-round, but runs fully staffed only in summer (roughly June to September). Winter access is possible but you'll find it unstaffed and self-service only; check conditions ahead of time.

Book directly with the hut via rifugi.cai.it or by email and phone. Summer weekends and July fill 4–6 weeks ahead. Off-season visits require advance coordination since the hut is unmanned. The CAI (Italian Alpine Club) manages the site, which dates to 1896 and has been expanded and renovated several times since.

Frequently Asked Questions

Book as early as possible during peak season (July–August); email [email protected] or use rifugi.cai.it. For quieter months, 2–3 weeks ahead usually works.
Staffed in summer (typically June to September); open but unstaffed in winter, so bring a sleeping bag and cook your own food.
Hike from Passo Rolle (about 2 hours) or approach from the Pale di San Martino massif on marked trails.
Hearty mountain meals are served when staffed; drinking water is available year-round; no WiFi.
Yes—the moderate 2-hour hike from Passo Rolle and family-friendly hiking around the Pale di San Martino make it accessible for families with reasonable fitness.

Quick Facts

Managing club
CAI
Season
Total
65
Dormitory
Emergency
7
Private rooms

Facilities

Meals served Drinking water

Contact & Booking

Phone
+39 043964180
Website
https://www.rifugiopradidali.com