5º Artiglieria Alpina
4.6
Veneto, Italy
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About
The hut sits at 2,595m in the Dolomites, roughly 2.5 hours' walk from Tre Croci (2,367m). Most hikers approach from Cortina d'Ampezzo via the road to Tre Croci, then head southeast along trail 428 toward Passo Ra Gusela. The final push climbs steeply through limestone terrain. The alternative approach from the north via Lago di Sorapis adds another hour but offers a gentler gradient.
The rifugio operates as a proper base camp for climbing and traverse routes. It sleeps around 70 people across dormitory and smaller rooms. Meals are solid mountain food—expect pasta, polenta, and meat dishes cooked on-site. The kitchen produces packed lunches for multi-day trips. Showers are available, which matters on longer stays. Water comes from snowmelt and springs. The hut stays open late June through September; snow can linger into July on the approaches.
This is a working CAI-affiliated hut, not a hotel. Phone ahead rather than relying on internet booking. Call to confirm availability and to arrange evening arrival—the warden's schedule varies. July and August are rammed; aim for June or early September if you want a quieter experience. The hut fills fast during fair weather windows when climbers head for the nearby rock faces.
The rifugio operates as a proper base camp for climbing and traverse routes. It sleeps around 70 people across dormitory and smaller rooms. Meals are solid mountain food—expect pasta, polenta, and meat dishes cooked on-site. The kitchen produces packed lunches for multi-day trips. Showers are available, which matters on longer stays. Water comes from snowmelt and springs. The hut stays open late June through September; snow can linger into July on the approaches.
This is a working CAI-affiliated hut, not a hotel. Phone ahead rather than relying on internet booking. Call to confirm availability and to arrange evening arrival—the warden's schedule varies. July and August are rammed; aim for June or early September if you want a quieter experience. The hut fills fast during fair weather windows when climbers head for the nearby rock faces.
Frequently Asked Questions
Book 2–4 weeks ahead for summer weekends; mid-week slots fill less quickly. Call the rifugio directly on the phone contact listed, or check rifugio.net and cai.it for availability and online booking options.
Typical season runs June through September, with staffing dependent on snow conditions at 2,595m; confirm opening dates directly with the rifugio before planning your trip.
From Cortina d'Ampezzo, drive to Tre Croci (2,367m), then follow trail 428 southeast toward Passo Ra Gusela for 2.5 hours of steep limestone climbing; the alternative route via Lago di Sorapis from the north takes 3.5 hours but is less steep.
The hut sleeps approximately 70 people in shared dorm-style rooms, serves mountain meals (confirm menu options when booking), and has basic washing facilities typical of high-altitude Dolomites rifugios; expect no hot showers at this elevation.
It's best for experienced hikers comfortable with steep, exposed limestone terrain and high altitude; the final approach is serious scrambling, so it's not ideal for young children or those new to Alpine hiking.
Location
46.0562, 12.2820
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Quick Facts
- Managing club
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- Total
- 40
Facilities
Showers
Breakfast
Half board
Meals served
Drinking water
Contact & Booking
- Phone
- +39 0437 27110
- Website
- http://rifugiocolvisentin.net
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