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About
Rifugio Fos-ce sits at 1,435m in the Brenta Dolomites above the Val di Non, managed by SAT Brentonico. Reach it from Brentonico village (30 minutes by car, then park) via the path to Malga Fos-ce, a 2-hour walk gaining 600m through mixed forest. The final approach crosses open pasture with views east into the limestone walls of the Brenta group. This is genuine backcountry—bring a map and respect the exposure in poor weather.
The rifugio is small and basic, with 9 beds in shared rooms. SAT runs a simple kitchen where the custodian prepares meals if you order ahead. Water comes from the spring near the building. There's no electricity or heating beyond a wood stove. The hut operates year-round but is unmanned in winter; check conditions before attempting a winter visit. This is a working mountain station, not a comfortable refuge.
Book directly by phone with the hut. Arrive with flexible plans—at 9 beds total, it fills quickly on summer weekends and during July. The rifugio draws local hikers and those crossing to Rifugio Grostè, so contact ahead even for weekday visits outside peak season. Bring food you're willing to eat cold if the custodian is unavailable.
The rifugio is small and basic, with 9 beds in shared rooms. SAT runs a simple kitchen where the custodian prepares meals if you order ahead. Water comes from the spring near the building. There's no electricity or heating beyond a wood stove. The hut operates year-round but is unmanned in winter; check conditions before attempting a winter visit. This is a working mountain station, not a comfortable refuge.
Book directly by phone with the hut. Arrive with flexible plans—at 9 beds total, it fills quickly on summer weekends and during July. The rifugio draws local hikers and those crossing to Rifugio Grostè, so contact ahead even for weekday visits outside peak season. Bring food you're willing to eat cold if the custodian is unavailable.
Frequently Asked Questions
Book at least 2–3 weeks ahead for weekends, especially July–August; weekdays are more flexible. Contact SAT Brentonico directly by phone or check rifugio.net for availability.
Open mid-June to mid-September depending on snow and staffing; confirm dates with SAT Brentonico before planning, as small rifugios can close with short notice.
Drive 30 minutes from Brentonico village to a parking area, then walk 2 hours gaining 600m via the Malga Fos-ce path through forest and open pasture to the rifugio at 1,435m.
9 beds in shared rooms, basic setup with SAT management; expect simple meals and dormitory accommodation—bring a headlamp and earplugs.
The 2-hour approach is moderate but exposed in poor weather with sections of real alpine terrain; suitable for fit walkers with mountain experience, not for families or inexperienced hikers.
Location
45.7860, 10.8864
HutLists Score
4.4
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Quick Facts
- Managing club
- SAT SAT - Sezione di Brentonico
- Total
- 9
Facilities
Meals served
Drinking water
Contact & Booking
- Phone
- +39 0464 391450
- Website
- https://www.satbrentonico.com/sezione-1/rifugio-fos-ce/
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