About
Rifugio Fontana sits at 2,269m on the Tre Croci pass, reached from Cortina d'Ampezzo in 2.5 hours via the Ghedina valley. The hut anchors the intersection of major trekking routes: the Giro delle Tre Cime circuit, the Alta Via 1, and direct paths to Ra Gusela. Most walkers arrive from Cortina; the approach is well-marked and steady rather than steep.
The rifugio runs 28 beds in small rooms. Dinner is three courses; packed lunches are available for early starts. Water comes from the mountain spring (hence the name). The kitchen handles vegetarian meals with notice. The hut operates June through September, with weekends-only opening in shoulder months. No en-suite bathrooms—expect shared facilities with good hot showers. Cell signal is reliable here.
Book directly via phone or email starting in April for July and August. The hut fills fast on weekends and during the mid-August holiday period. Wednesday to Thursday nights are quieter. Arrival by 3pm ensures a relaxed dinner service. The refugio has no website; calling ahead is essential, especially in July.
The rifugio runs 28 beds in small rooms. Dinner is three courses; packed lunches are available for early starts. Water comes from the mountain spring (hence the name). The kitchen handles vegetarian meals with notice. The hut operates June through September, with weekends-only opening in shoulder months. No en-suite bathrooms—expect shared facilities with good hot showers. Cell signal is reliable here.
Book directly via phone or email starting in April for July and August. The hut fills fast on weekends and during the mid-August holiday period. Wednesday to Thursday nights are quieter. Arrival by 3pm ensures a relaxed dinner service. The refugio has no website; calling ahead is essential, especially in July.
Frequently Asked Questions
Book 2–3 weeks ahead during July and August, especially if you're doing the Giro delle Tre Cime or Alta Via 1. Check rifugio.it or call directly; weekdays are easier to secure than weekends.
Open mid-June to mid-September, depending on snow. Staff the hut year-round during the season; call ahead in shoulder months to confirm.
Hike 2.5 hours from Cortina d'Ampezzo via the Ghedina valley; the route is well-marked and steady with no technical sections. The rifugio sits at 2,269m on Tre Croci pass.
28 beds in small shared rooms, hot water, and a kitchen serving three-course dinners and packed lunches. Shower availability is limited; check when you book.
Yes—the approach from Cortina is steady hiking with no scrambling or exposure, ideal for first-time hut users. It's an excellent base for day walks around the Tre Cime.
Location
46.2803, 11.0060
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2.7
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