Moderate
About
Bivouac Walter Bodo sits at 1,930m in Val Canzoi in the Veneto Alps. The hut is reached via the marked trail from Passo Ghedina (1,520m), a 2–2.5 hour ascent through steep forest and open pasture. Most hikers approach from Auronzo di Cadore or Cortina d'Ampezzo. The location puts you on the eastern flank of Ra Gusela, a dramatic limestone peak that dominates the valley.
This is a true bivouac—a small, staffed shelter rather than a full-service hut. It has 15 beds split between dorm spaces. There's no kitchen or meals service, so bring all your food and water. There are no showers or WiFi. The hut provides basic shelter, blankets, and a stove. Summer opening dates typically run mid-June through September, depending on snow and weather. Check ahead before visiting shoulder season.
Book ahead through rifugi.cai.it or email the CAI directly. July and August are busy; plan to reserve at least 4 weeks ahead for these months. June and September see lighter traffic. The hut is popular with mountaineers climbing Ra Gusela and trekkers doing multi-day loops through the Tre Cime region.
This is a true bivouac—a small, staffed shelter rather than a full-service hut. It has 15 beds split between dorm spaces. There's no kitchen or meals service, so bring all your food and water. There are no showers or WiFi. The hut provides basic shelter, blankets, and a stove. Summer opening dates typically run mid-June through September, depending on snow and weather. Check ahead before visiting shoulder season.
Book ahead through rifugi.cai.it or email the CAI directly. July and August are busy; plan to reserve at least 4 weeks ahead for these months. June and September see lighter traffic. The hut is popular with mountaineers climbing Ra Gusela and trekkers doing multi-day loops through the Tre Cime region.
Frequently Asked Questions
Book at least 2–3 months ahead via email or rifugi.cai.it; this is a small 15-bed bivouac so availability fills quickly in summer.
Staffed during summer months (typically June to September); confirm exact dates with the keeper before your trip.
The marked trail from Passo Ghedina (1,520m) takes 2–2.5 hours; approach from Auronzo di Cadore or Cortina d'Ampezzo.
15 beds in dorm spaces, but no meals, drinking water, or WiFi—bring your own food and water.
No; the 2.5-hour steep forest ascent and basic shelter setup suit experienced hikers and mountaineers only.
Location
46.1683, 11.9396
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- 15
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