Meranerhütte - Rifugio Merano
1.7
Veneto, Italy
About
Meranerhütte sits at 2,160m on the ridge between Passo Ghedina and the Sorapis massif, in the Dolomites above Cortina d'Ampezzo. Reach it from Cortina in 2.5 hours via the well-marked path from Passo Ghedina (2,110m), or in 3.5 hours from Ra Ghedina. The final approach is straightforward, gaining 150m through open terrain with views south across the Cortina basin.
The hut is small, with around 40 beds spread across basic dormitories and a few doubles. Meals are solid mountain fare—pasta, polenta, local cheeses, and game in season. There's a small bar, and the hut runs on mains power and water. It opens late May through September, and sometimes weekends in October. Toilets are outside or in an adjacent block; showers require advance notice. The location works well as a rest point on the high-level traverse toward Tre Croci or south toward Passo Falzarego and the Tre Cime circuit.
Book directly with the hut by phone or email; online booking options are limited. July and August weekends fill fast—contact them by early June if traveling then. The hut is managed privately. Arrive by early afternoon to secure a bed and get the staff's attention for dinner; the kitchen closes by 8 p.m.
The hut is small, with around 40 beds spread across basic dormitories and a few doubles. Meals are solid mountain fare—pasta, polenta, local cheeses, and game in season. There's a small bar, and the hut runs on mains power and water. It opens late May through September, and sometimes weekends in October. Toilets are outside or in an adjacent block; showers require advance notice. The location works well as a rest point on the high-level traverse toward Tre Croci or south toward Passo Falzarego and the Tre Cime circuit.
Book directly with the hut by phone or email; online booking options are limited. July and August weekends fill fast—contact them by early June if traveling then. The hut is managed privately. Arrive by early afternoon to secure a bed and get the staff's attention for dinner; the kitchen closes by 8 p.m.
Frequently Asked Questions
Book 2–4 weeks ahead during peak season (July–August); weekends year-round fill quickly. Contact the hut directly or use rifugio.net and cai.it for reservations.
Open mid-June to late September; check ahead for exact dates as weather can force closures. Fully staffed during this period with meals and services available daily.
From Cortina d'Ampezzo, hike 2.5 hours via the marked path from Passo Ghedina (2,110m), gaining only 150m to the 2,160m hut; a 3.5-hour alternative starts from Ra Ghedina. The final stretch crosses open terrain with solid views south toward Cortina.
40 beds in basic dormitories and a few doubles; traditional mountain cooking (pasta, polenta, local specialties). Showers are available; bring a headlamp and assume cold water.
Yes—the approach is straightforward with minimal scrambling and moderate elevation gain, making it ideal for families and inexperienced alpinists. The ridge position and views reward the modest effort.
Quick Facts
- Managing club
- CAI
- Season
- –
- Total
- 40
- Dormitory
- Emergency
- Private rooms
Facilities
Breakfast
Half board
Meals served
Drinking water
Contact & Booking
- Phone
- Website