Alpine Dairy Polinar
1.7Malga Polinar
1,766m
Veneto, Italy
About
Malga Polinar sits at 1,766m on the Asiago Plateau in the Veneto Alps, a working dairy farm that doubles as a mountain refuge. Reach it on foot from Asiago town in roughly 90 minutes via marked trails through beech forest and open pasture. The hut sits on the Strada delle 52 Gallerie hiking route, making it a natural lunch or overnight stop for walkers crossing the plateau.
The refuge offers simple accommodation in shared rooms and a restaurant focused on local dairy products and mountain cooking. Expect ricotta, cheese, and seasonal game dishes. Beds number around 30, with basic but clean facilities. Water comes from the spring. The hut operates year-round but sees heaviest use from June to September and during Easter holidays. Winter access depends on snow conditions—phone ahead to confirm if planning a winter visit.
Book by calling the hut directly. July and August weekends fill quickly, so reserve at least 3–4 weeks ahead during peak season. Weekday visits outside summer are usually walk-in friendly. The hut manages its own bookings rather than using central platforms, so direct contact is essential.
The refuge offers simple accommodation in shared rooms and a restaurant focused on local dairy products and mountain cooking. Expect ricotta, cheese, and seasonal game dishes. Beds number around 30, with basic but clean facilities. Water comes from the spring. The hut operates year-round but sees heaviest use from June to September and during Easter holidays. Winter access depends on snow conditions—phone ahead to confirm if planning a winter visit.
Book by calling the hut directly. July and August weekends fill quickly, so reserve at least 3–4 weeks ahead during peak season. Weekday visits outside summer are usually walk-in friendly. The hut manages its own bookings rather than using central platforms, so direct contact is essential.
Frequently Asked Questions
Book at least 2-3 weeks ahead during summer weekends and peak season (July-August); weekdays are more flexible. Contact by phone or check rifugi.net for availability.
Open year-round as a working malga, but staffed reliably from May through October; winter access depends on snow conditions, so call ahead if visiting November-April.
Hike from Asiago town in roughly 90 minutes via marked trails through beech forest and pasture; it sits directly on the Strada delle 52 Gallerie hiking route.
Restaurant serves local dairy products and mountain cooking; shared room accommodation available. Basic facilities typical of a working malga—ask about shower availability when booking.
Yes, the 90-minute approach from Asiago is moderate and well-marked, making it accessible for families with reasonable fitness; the plateau setting and dairy focus appeal to younger hikers.
Quick Facts
- Season
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- Total
- Dormitory
- Emergency
- Private rooms
Facilities
Breakfast
Half board
Meals served
Drinking water
Contact & Booking
- Phone
- +39 339 1742304; +39 331 9725420
- Website