Rifugio Carducci
5.0About
Rifugio Carducci sits at 2,297m in Val Giralba in the Veneto Dolomites. The hut is reached via hiking from Passo Ghedina (allow 3–4 hours depending on your approach). It's a solid base for exploring the surrounding ridges and limestone peaks that dominate this valley.
The rifugio has 54 beds plus 4 emergency places. Meals are served daily when staffed. You get hot showers, drinking water, and a proper kitchen. There's no WiFi—this is the point. The building dates from the early 1900s and has been steadily modernized. It works well for families and mixed-ability groups because the approach isn't technically hard, though it is altitude gain.
The hut is staffed throughout summer (June–September). It stays open but unstaffed in winter, so you'll need to arrange access in advance if you're going outside the main season. Book directly by email or through rifugi.cai.it. July and August require booking at least 6 weeks ahead. Phone contact is available for questions about current conditions or winter access.
The rifugio has 54 beds plus 4 emergency places. Meals are served daily when staffed. You get hot showers, drinking water, and a proper kitchen. There's no WiFi—this is the point. The building dates from the early 1900s and has been steadily modernized. It works well for families and mixed-ability groups because the approach isn't technically hard, though it is altitude gain.
The hut is staffed throughout summer (June–September). It stays open but unstaffed in winter, so you'll need to arrange access in advance if you're going outside the main season. Book directly by email or through rifugi.cai.it. July and August require booking at least 6 weeks ahead. Phone contact is available for questions about current conditions or winter access.
Frequently Asked Questions
Book at least 2–3 months ahead for July and August; email [email protected] or use rifugi.cai.it. Phone contact is also available for direct booking.
Staffed in summer (roughly June to September); open but unstaffed in winter, so verify exact dates before planning a winter visit.
Hike from Passo Ghedina; allow 3–4 hours depending on your approach route.
54 beds, hot showers, drinking water, and daily meals when staffed; no WiFi.
Yes—the 3–4 hour approach from Passo Ghedina is moderate, and the hut has comfortable beds and hot showers, making it family-friendly for experienced hikers.
Location
46.6151, 12.3736
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5.0
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Quick Facts
- Managing club
- CAI
- Total
- 54
- Emergency
- 4
Facilities
Showers
Meals served
Drinking water
Contact & Booking
- [email protected]
- Phone
- +39 0435400485
- Website
- https://www.rifugiocarducci.eu
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