Baito Bivio Italia - Galmarara Pastorile
2.4About
Baito Bivio Italia sits at 1987m in the Dolomites' Schiara massif, above the Veneto valleys. Reach it from Passo Ghedina (1530m) in 2.5 hours via the marked trail, or from Rifugio Fedare (1989m) in 30 minutes—useful if you're linking huts across this area. The final approach crosses open pasture with solid waymarking. This is serious Alpine terrain: exposed ridges and scrambling nearby mean boots, map, and mountain sense are mandatory.
The rifugio offers 24 beds in simple dormitory rooms and runs a small kitchen with pasta, soups, and polenta. Water comes from the spring—collect extra bottles before moving higher. Facilities are basic: no showers, pit toilets, paraffin heating. The hut opens June through September, closing early if snow comes. October and May see reduced staffing; call ahead. Sunrise views across the Schiara to Civetta are worth the rough conditions.
Book direct with the manager (contact via rifugi.net or ask at Rifugio Fedare). July and August fill weekends; book 4-6 weeks ahead. June and September offer quieter, easier access to high routes up Schiara. Half-board is standard. Bring your own sleeping bag—sheets are not provided. Cash only; no card payments.
The rifugio offers 24 beds in simple dormitory rooms and runs a small kitchen with pasta, soups, and polenta. Water comes from the spring—collect extra bottles before moving higher. Facilities are basic: no showers, pit toilets, paraffin heating. The hut opens June through September, closing early if snow comes. October and May see reduced staffing; call ahead. Sunrise views across the Schiara to Civetta are worth the rough conditions.
Book direct with the manager (contact via rifugi.net or ask at Rifugio Fedare). July and August fill weekends; book 4-6 weeks ahead. June and September offer quieter, easier access to high routes up Schiara. Half-board is standard. Bring your own sleeping bag—sheets are not provided. Cash only; no card payments.
Frequently Asked Questions
Book 2–4 weeks ahead during peak season (July–August); weekends fill faster. Contact via rifugio.net or CAI affiliated sites, or call ahead—many Dolomites huts still prefer phone bookings for small groups.
Open roughly mid-June to September, staffed during this period; confirm exact dates before travel as weather at 1987m can force early closures or late openings.
From Passo Ghedina (1530m) it's 2.5 hours via marked trail; from Rifugio Fedare (1989m) it's 30 minutes—the latter is ideal if you're hut-hopping through the Schiara massif.
Simple dormitory accommodation with 24 beds; expect half-board meals (dinner and breakfast included) typical of Alpine rifugi, but no shower facilities—wash with cold water or skip it.
No—this is serious terrain with exposed ridges and scrambling nearby; only attempt it with solid mountain skills, proper boots, map, and compass. Not suitable for young children or inexperienced hikers.
Location
45.9799, 11.4858
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