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Malga Binasia di Sopra sits at 2,138m on the high pastures between the Lizzana valley and the Pasubio massif in Veneto. Reach it from Lizzana by hiking the mule track north toward Passo Baffelan—count on 2.5 to 3 hours of steady ascent through meadows and scattered larch. The hut is small and remote, so expect a quiet approach and limited supplies nearby.
This is a working alpine dairy (malga) converted to a mountain hut, not a purpose-built rifugio. Eight beds across simple rooms. You'll find drinking water and showers—basic facilities suited to its pastoral setting. The SAT Livo section manages it as a base for hiking and mountaineering in the Pasubio region. Meals are available if you book ahead. The hut operates seasonally through the summer months; check specific dates before planning your visit.
Book directly with SAT Livo well in advance. Contact them through the SAT website (sat.tn.it) or via rifugi.net. July and August fill quickly. Bring a headlamp and warm layers even in summer—nights are cold at this elevation. Water from the hut is reliable, but carry a backup supply for the approach if hiking in dry conditions.
This is a working alpine dairy (malga) converted to a mountain hut, not a purpose-built rifugio. Eight beds across simple rooms. You'll find drinking water and showers—basic facilities suited to its pastoral setting. The SAT Livo section manages it as a base for hiking and mountaineering in the Pasubio region. Meals are available if you book ahead. The hut operates seasonally through the summer months; check specific dates before planning your visit.
Book directly with SAT Livo well in advance. Contact them through the SAT website (sat.tn.it) or via rifugi.net. July and August fill quickly. Bring a headlamp and warm layers even in summer—nights are cold at this elevation. Water from the hut is reliable, but carry a backup supply for the approach if hiking in dry conditions.
Frequently Asked Questions
Book 2–3 weeks ahead for weekends, especially July–August; call ahead rather than relying on online systems, as Malga Binasia is small and operates informally. Contact via CAI or local tourism offices in Veneto for current contact details, or try rifugi.net if listed.
Typically open June through September during the main hiking season; staffing is seasonal and irregular, so confirm availability before heading up. Assume it may close during bad weather or off-peak weeks.
Start from Lizzana village and follow the mule track north toward Passo Baffelan; expect 2.5–3 hours of steady ascent through meadows and larch forest to reach the hut at 2,138m.
Eight basic beds in simple rooms and a kitchen for preparing meals; supplies are limited and remote, so bring or request food in advance. Shower and toilet facilities are basic—expect alpine hut standards, not hotel comfort.
The 2.5–3 hour ascent is manageable for fit families, but the small capacity, remote location, and sparse facilities make it better suited to experienced hikers comfortable with basic conditions. Not ideal for children under 10 or first-time mountain hut users.
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46.4408, 10.9443
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