Rifugio Roda di Vael
5.0About
Rifugio Roda di Vael sits at 2,283m in the Val di Fassa, on the Sella Pass route between the Dolomites' most popular walking circuits. Reach it in 3 hours from Canazei (1,465m) via the Contrin valley, or 2.5 hours from the Passo Fedare (2,050m). The approach is straightforward and family-friendly, following marked paths with steady elevation gain.
The hut sleeps 60 people across multiple rooms plus 4 emergency places. Half-board and full-board meals are available daily. Water is piped in. There is no WiFi. The building was rebuilt and enlarged in the 1980s but retains the character of a working mountain refuge. It's a logical stop on multi-day traverses of the Sella or as a base for day walks in the Val di Fassa and Contrin valleys.
Open staffed from June to September. In winter it remains open but unstaffed—you'll need winter experience and self-sufficiency. Book directly by email or phone via the CAI network website (rifugi.cai.it). July and August fill quickly; book 2-3 months ahead for those months. June and September are quieter.
The hut sleeps 60 people across multiple rooms plus 4 emergency places. Half-board and full-board meals are available daily. Water is piped in. There is no WiFi. The building was rebuilt and enlarged in the 1980s but retains the character of a working mountain refuge. It's a logical stop on multi-day traverses of the Sella or as a base for day walks in the Val di Fassa and Contrin valleys.
Open staffed from June to September. In winter it remains open but unstaffed—you'll need winter experience and self-sufficiency. Book directly by email or phone via the CAI network website (rifugi.cai.it). July and August fill quickly; book 2-3 months ahead for those months. June and September are quieter.
Frequently Asked Questions
Email the hut directly or book through rifugi.cai.it; phone contact is also available for same-day inquiries.
Staffed and fully operational June to September; open but unstaffed in winter months.
3 hours from Canazei via the Contrin valley, or 2.5 hours from Passo Fedare—both are marked, family-friendly trails with steady elevation gain.
Half-board and full-board meals available daily; drinking water is piped in, but there is no WiFi.
Yes—the approach trails are straightforward and marked, with steady grades rather than technical terrain, making it ideal for family groups.
Location
46.4202, 11.6301
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5.0
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Quick Facts
- Managing club
- CAI
- Season
- End of Mai - Mid of Oct
- Total
- 60
- Emergency
- 4
Facilities
Meals served
Drinking water
Contact & Booking
- [email protected]
- Phone
- +39 0462764450
- Website
- https://www.sat.tn.it/rifugio-roda-di-vael/
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