Bontadini Ernesto
2,552m
Veneto, Italy
About
Bontadini Ernesto sits at 2552m in Val Pettorina in the Veneto Dolomites. Reach it from Passo Ghedina (2121m) via a 2–2.5 hour ascent on marked trails. The hut serves as a base for ridge walks and peaks across the eastern Dolomites, particularly toward the Tre Cime massif. Access is foot-traffic only; no roads approach the building.
The hut has 6 beds across simple dormitory rooms. It is staffed only during summer months (typically June through September; confirm exact dates before planning). The facility offers basic shelter and sleeping platforms with blankets. There is no kitchen or meal service—bring all food and cooking equipment, or plan to rely on nearby huts for meals. Drinking water availability is unreliable; carry sufficient water or purification supplies. No WiFi. Toilets are basic mountain-standard.
Book through rifugi.cai.it (the CAI national hut platform). Book at least 4 weeks ahead for July and August weekends. The hut fills quickly during settled summer weather and holiday periods. Confirm the staffing season and water situation directly with CAI before departing—mountain conditions and management can shift year to year. The hut is primitive by design; come prepared for minimal comfort and self-sufficiency.
The hut has 6 beds across simple dormitory rooms. It is staffed only during summer months (typically June through September; confirm exact dates before planning). The facility offers basic shelter and sleeping platforms with blankets. There is no kitchen or meal service—bring all food and cooking equipment, or plan to rely on nearby huts for meals. Drinking water availability is unreliable; carry sufficient water or purification supplies. No WiFi. Toilets are basic mountain-standard.
Book through rifugi.cai.it (the CAI national hut platform). Book at least 4 weeks ahead for July and August weekends. The hut fills quickly during settled summer weather and holiday periods. Confirm the staffing season and water situation directly with CAI before departing—mountain conditions and management can shift year to year. The hut is primitive by design; come prepared for minimal comfort and self-sufficiency.
Frequently Asked Questions
Book through rifugi.cai.it as early as possible; with only 6 beds, this hut fills quickly during July and August.
Staffed June through September; confirm exact opening and closing dates with the CAI website before your trip.
From Passo Ghedina (2121m), follow marked trails uphill for 2 to 2.5 hours—foot access only, no road approach.
6 beds in dormitory rooms and drinking water; no meals are served, so bring food or plan to eat at nearby huts.
No—the 2–2.5 hour ascent to 2552m and exposure on ridge walks require solid fitness and mountain experience.
Quick Facts
- Managing club
- CAI
- Season
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- Total
- 6
- Dormitory
- Emergency
- Private rooms
Facilities
Contact & Booking
- Phone
- Website