Cason Cengia Bassa
2.2About
Cason Cengia Bassa sits at 1602m in the limestone plateaus of the Veneto Dolomites. Reach it from Passo Ghedina (1530m) on a well-marked trail that takes 45 minutes. The hut serves as a base for scrambling on Via Ferratas and ridge walks across the Cengia Bassa terrain. Most parties hike in from the Tre Cime di Lavaredo side, though approaches from Auronzo are steeper.
The hut is small with around 20 beds in dorm rooms. Meals are straightforward mountain fare—pasta, polenta, local cheese. Water comes from natural springs. The season runs mid-June through September, with weekends busy June through August. Staff speak Italian primarily, though basic English works.
Book directly through the hut manager by phone or email at least 3 weeks ahead for July and August weekends. July is their peak month. The hut is accessible even with late bookings outside summer season. No credit card payments—bring cash in euros.
The hut is small with around 20 beds in dorm rooms. Meals are straightforward mountain fare—pasta, polenta, local cheese. Water comes from natural springs. The season runs mid-June through September, with weekends busy June through August. Staff speak Italian primarily, though basic English works.
Book directly through the hut manager by phone or email at least 3 weeks ahead for July and August weekends. July is their peak month. The hut is accessible even with late bookings outside summer season. No credit card payments—bring cash in euros.
Frequently Asked Questions
Book 2–3 months ahead for July and August; earlier dates and shoulder season (June, September) need only 4–6 weeks' notice.
Open from mid-June to late September, staffed daily during that window.
Hike from Passo Ghedina (1530m) via a well-marked trail in 45 minutes; the Tre Cime approach is gentler than the route from Auronzo.
Basic mountain food—pasta, polenta, local cheese—in a small hut with 20 dorm beds; bring a sleeping bag liner or rent one.
Yes for hikers with basic fitness; the approach is straightforward, but Via Ferratas and ridge walks require scrambling experience and a head for exposure.
Location
46.6095, 12.3361
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