Utia Resciesa - Schutzhütte Raschötz - Rifugio Resciesa
3.4About
Utia Resciesa sits at 2,170m on the eastern flank of the Sella group in the Dolomites, accessible from the Passo Ghedina area. The approach takes 2.5–3 hours from Cortina d'Ampezzo via the Val Ghedina, gaining roughly 800m steadily through larch forest and open alpine meadow. The final stretch crosses scree fields with marked cairns. You can also reach it in 1.5–2 hours from Passo Ra Gusela (2,595m) via a more direct ridge approach, though this route is steeper and exposed in places. Winter access is unreliable; confirm conditions before attempting visits outside summer months.
The hut operates as a mountain refuge with basic but functional mountain facilities. It sleeps around 30 guests in mixed and private rooms. The kitchen serves traditional Ladin and Italian meals at dinner, with packed lunches available for onward hiking. Hot showers are available, a genuine comfort at this elevation. The hut stays open June through September, dependent on snow melt and weather. In shoulder months, call ahead to confirm they're staffed.
Book by email or phone at least 4–6 weeks ahead for July and August weekends. July is their busiest month. The hut prefers direct contact rather than online platforms. Confirm meal options and any dietary requirements when you book. Mobile signal is patchy; bring paper maps and a compass, particularly if you're planning to continue into the Sella cirque.
The hut operates as a mountain refuge with basic but functional mountain facilities. It sleeps around 30 guests in mixed and private rooms. The kitchen serves traditional Ladin and Italian meals at dinner, with packed lunches available for onward hiking. Hot showers are available, a genuine comfort at this elevation. The hut stays open June through September, dependent on snow melt and weather. In shoulder months, call ahead to confirm they're staffed.
Book by email or phone at least 4–6 weeks ahead for July and August weekends. July is their busiest month. The hut prefers direct contact rather than online platforms. Confirm meal options and any dietary requirements when you book. Mobile signal is patchy; bring paper maps and a compass, particularly if you're planning to continue into the Sella cirque.
Frequently Asked Questions
Book 2–3 months ahead for July and August; email or call ahead for shoulder season (June, September). Contact: email or phone available on the hut page.
Staffed June through September; exact opening and closing dates vary by year, so confirm with the hut before planning.
From Cortina d'Ampezzo via Val Ghedina (2.5–3 hours, +800m) or from Passo Ra Gusela (1.5–2 hours, steeper and exposed). Both routes are marked.
Hot showers available; standard dorm and private rooms, with meals and drinks served daily during season.
The Val Ghedina approach is straightforward for fit hikers; the Passo Ra Gusela route is steeper and has exposed sections, so choose based on your experience and comfort with exposed terrain.
Location
46.6004, 11.6622
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Contact & Booking
- [email protected]
- Phone
- +39 328 3345986
- Website
- http://www.rifugioresciesa.com/
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