Natale da Deppo
2,008m
Veneto, Italy
About
Natale da Deppo sits at 2,008m in Val Montanel, reached from the Falzarego Pass area in the Veneto Dolomites. The hut stands on the foundations of an 1842 shepherd's shelter; the current wooden building opened in 1979. Approach via the Ghedina valley trail, a 2.5-hour hike from the pass. The location makes a solid base for ridge traverses and peaks in the surrounding limestone plateau.
The hut has 4 beds in simple quarters with a kitchen and common room. You bring and cook your own food. There is no piped water—collect from the spring outside. The CAI runs this staffed summer refuge; expect basic mountain shelter conditions, not comfort. The season typically runs June through September, depending on snow conditions. Winter access requires mountaineering skills and is not routine.
Book directly by email through rifugi.cai.it or contact the CAI directly. July and August fill quickly; aim to book by May for midsummer dates. June and September offer more flexibility. The hut operates on a first-come basis once you've confirmed availability. Bring a sleeping bag and pad. Bring water treatment tablets or a filter as backup.
The hut has 4 beds in simple quarters with a kitchen and common room. You bring and cook your own food. There is no piped water—collect from the spring outside. The CAI runs this staffed summer refuge; expect basic mountain shelter conditions, not comfort. The season typically runs June through September, depending on snow conditions. Winter access requires mountaineering skills and is not routine.
Book directly by email through rifugi.cai.it or contact the CAI directly. July and August fill quickly; aim to book by May for midsummer dates. June and September offer more flexibility. The hut operates on a first-come basis once you've confirmed availability. Bring a sleeping bag and pad. Bring water treatment tablets or a filter as backup.
Frequently Asked Questions
Email the hut directly or book through rifugi.cai.it. Book at least 2–3 months ahead for July and August since it has only 4 beds.
Natale da Deppo is staffed in summer, typically June to September, but confirm exact dates before planning your trip.
Hike 2.5 hours from Falzarego Pass via the Ghedina valley trail to reach the hut at 2,008m.
No meals are served—bring and cook your own food in the kitchen. Bring or treat your own water; drinking water may not be reliably available.
No. The 2.5-hour approach and 2,008m elevation suit experienced hikers; it's a base for ridge traverses and peak bagging, not beginner-friendly terrain.
Quick Facts
- Managing club
- CAI
- Season
- –
- Total
- 4
- Dormitory
- Emergency
- Private rooms
Facilities
Contact & Booking
- [email protected]
- Phone
- Website
- https://www.caidomegge.it