About
Rifugio Marcesina sits at 1,651m on the Altopiano dei Sette Comuni (Asiago plateau) in the Veneto Alps. The hut lies on the popular ridge walk between Rifugio Fedare and Rifugio Campostrino, making it a natural mid-day stop or overnight base for plateau traverses. Reach it in 2.5 hours from Rifugio Fedare to the north, or 3 hours from Asiago town via the CAI-marked path. The approach is straightforward hiking on well-maintained trails through mixed alpine meadow and sparse larch forest.
The hut accommodates 60 people in simple dormitory rooms. Half-board and packed lunches are available. The kitchen serves standard Alpine fare: pasta, polenta, local cheese, and game in season. Water comes from a spring. There's no shower, and electricity is limited. The hut runs year-round, though winter access depends on snow conditions and may require skis. Expect basic comfort rather than amenities—this is a working hut, not a mountain hotel.
Book well ahead for July and August weekends; email directly or use rifugi.net. The hut can fill to capacity. Shoulder seasons (June, September) offer better availability and quieter hiking. Arrive before 18:00 if you're eating dinner. The CAI maintains the surrounding trails; expect muddy sections in spring and early summer.
The hut accommodates 60 people in simple dormitory rooms. Half-board and packed lunches are available. The kitchen serves standard Alpine fare: pasta, polenta, local cheese, and game in season. Water comes from a spring. There's no shower, and electricity is limited. The hut runs year-round, though winter access depends on snow conditions and may require skis. Expect basic comfort rather than amenities—this is a working hut, not a mountain hotel.
Book well ahead for July and August weekends; email directly or use rifugi.net. The hut can fill to capacity. Shoulder seasons (June, September) offer better availability and quieter hiking. Arrive before 18:00 if you're eating dinner. The CAI maintains the surrounding trails; expect muddy sections in spring and early summer.
Frequently Asked Questions
Book 2-4 weeks ahead for weekends and July-August; weekdays outside peak season can often be arranged with less notice. Contact the hut directly or use rifugio.net for availability.
Typically open June through September, with staffing dependent on weather and demand; check their current status on rifugio.net or cai.it before heading up, as shoulder-season dates vary.
From Asiago town via CAI-marked path: 3 hours; from Rifugio Fedare to the north: 2.5 hours. Both routes follow well-maintained trails through alpine meadow and larch forest with minimal elevation gain.
Expect basic mountain hut facilities: hot meals (typically pasta, soup, local cheese), drinks, and dormitory beds; shower access is limited—assume cold water or none on high-altitude huts in this region.
Yes—the approach from Asiago is straightforward hiking with modest elevation gain, making it accessible for families with hill-walking experience; the plateau terrain and well-marked trails are beginner-friendly.
Location
45.9482, 11.6118
HutLists Score
3.9
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Quick Facts
- Managing club
- CAI
Facilities
Breakfast
Half board
Meals served
Drinking water
Activities
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