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Bivacco Cason dei Lebi sits at 1,471m in the Dolomites of Veneto, on the approach to Monte Cimone from the south. Reach it from Passo Ghedina by hiking northeast for roughly 2.5 hours through mixed forest and alpine meadow. The route is well-marked and moderate; snow lingers into May on north-facing slopes. This is a staging point for climbers tackling the via ferrata routes and scrambles around Cimone and Ra Gusela.
The bivacco is a basic emergency shelter with room for 10–12 people on wooden platforms. There is no water, no food, and no warden. Bring your own sleeping bag and mat. The hut sits exposed to wind and weather; it offers protection but minimal comfort. Winter access is difficult and not recommended without mountaineering experience. The shelter is open year-round for self-service use.
This is a free-use refuge maintained by local CAI volunteers. Arrive early in summer weekends—space fills quickly on busy routes. Carry a headtorch, water, and extra layers even for day trips; conditions change fast at this elevation. Report maintenance issues to CAI Cortina d'Ampezzo or check cai.it for updates on structural condition before planning a stay.
The bivacco is a basic emergency shelter with room for 10–12 people on wooden platforms. There is no water, no food, and no warden. Bring your own sleeping bag and mat. The hut sits exposed to wind and weather; it offers protection but minimal comfort. Winter access is difficult and not recommended without mountaineering experience. The shelter is open year-round for self-service use.
This is a free-use refuge maintained by local CAI volunteers. Arrive early in summer weekends—space fills quickly on busy routes. Carry a headtorch, water, and extra layers even for day trips; conditions change fast at this elevation. Report maintenance issues to CAI Cortina d'Ampezzo or check cai.it for updates on structural condition before planning a stay.
Frequently Asked Questions
Bivaccos are unstaffed emergency shelters—no booking required or available. Arrive early if you plan to use it, as the 10–12 bed capacity fills quickly on weekends.
It's open year-round as an unmanned emergency shelter. Snow lingers on north-facing slopes until May, so late spring through September offers the most reliable conditions.
Hike northeast from Passo Ghedina for roughly 2.5 hours through forest and alpine meadow on a well-marked, moderate route. The 1,471m elevation and moderate grade make it accessible from the pass.
Expect a basic emergency shelter with wooden sleeping platforms for 10–12 people. There's no food service, running water, or heating—bring your own supplies and be self-sufficient.
Not ideal for beginners or families seeking comfort—it's a staging point for mountaineers doing via ferrata and scrambles on Cimone and Ra Gusela, with minimal amenities. Use it only if you're experienced and prepared for basic mountain shelter conditions.
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45.8870, 11.8054
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