Rifugio Adolfo Sonino al Coldai
5.0About
Rifugio Adolfo Sonino al Coldai sits at 2,135m in Val Ziolere, Veneto. Reach it from Zoldo Alto in roughly 2.5 hours via the established trail up the valley. The hut is the main base for exploring the Coldai plateau and surrounding peaks. Access is straightforward and well-marked, making it suitable for fit hikers with basic mountain experience.
The rifugio holds 86 beds plus 9 emergency places. The CAI-managed hut serves meals and provides drinking water. WiFi is available. The building has substantial history—opened in 1905, destroyed during World War II, and rebuilt shortly after. Summer staffing means reliable services from June through September. Winter sees the hut open but unstaffed, so you'll need to be self-sufficient.
Book directly through rifugi.cai.it or email the hut. Phone contact is also available. July and August require booking 6-8 weeks ahead. June and September are less crowded but still busy weekends. Winter visits need advance planning since the hut is unattended—confirm water and heating availability before going. The hut is popular with families on summer weekends, so aim for weekday visits if you prefer quieter conditions.
The rifugio holds 86 beds plus 9 emergency places. The CAI-managed hut serves meals and provides drinking water. WiFi is available. The building has substantial history—opened in 1905, destroyed during World War II, and rebuilt shortly after. Summer staffing means reliable services from June through September. Winter sees the hut open but unstaffed, so you'll need to be self-sufficient.
Book directly through rifugi.cai.it or email the hut. Phone contact is also available. July and August require booking 6-8 weeks ahead. June and September are less crowded but still busy weekends. Winter visits need advance planning since the hut is unattended—confirm water and heating availability before going. The hut is popular with families on summer weekends, so aim for weekday visits if you prefer quieter conditions.
Frequently Asked Questions
Book at least 2–3 months ahead for July and August via email (contact details on rifugi.cai.it) or by phone; shoulder season (June, September) requires less lead time.
Staffed and serving meals June to September; open but unstaffed October to May.
Start from Zoldo Alto and follow the marked trail up Val Ziolere for roughly 2.5 hours; the route is well-signed and straightforward.
Meals are served daily when staffed; drinking water is available year-round, and WiFi is provided.
Yes—the trail from Zoldo Alto is well-marked and non-technical, making it accessible to fit hikers with basic mountain experience and families comfortable on longer valley walks.
Location
46.3994, 12.0689
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5.0
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Quick Facts
- Managing club
- CAI Club Alpino Italiano
- Total
- 86
- Emergency
- 9
Facilities
Wifi
Meals served
Drinking water
Contact & Booking
- [email protected]
- Phone
- +39 0437789160
- Website
- https://www.rifugiocoldai.com
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