Demanding
About
Rifugio Mario Fraccaroli sits at 2,239m in the Dolomites of Veneto, on the Tre Croci Pass between Cortina d'Ampezzo and Misurina. Reach it via the paved road from Cortina (12km, 30 minutes by car) or hike from Tre Croci trailhead in 1 hour. The position works as a base for summer trails into the Ra Gusela and Sorapis massifs, or as a stopping point on longer ridge traverses across the Ampezzo dolomites.
The rifugio runs 50 beds across simple, clean rooms. Half-board is standard in summer. The kitchen serves local specialties—casunziei, speck, and game stews. A small bar area has views toward the limestone peaks. Facilities include hot showers and a drying room. The hut opens mid-June through September, with weekends only in shoulder months. Phone ahead to confirm exact opening dates.
Book directly by phone. July and August weekends fill early—contact 2–3 weeks ahead for summer dates. Weekdays outside peak season generally have availability. The hut is small and doesn't manage heavy online booking platforms, so telephoning is more reliable than email. Bring cash or confirm card payment when you call.
The rifugio runs 50 beds across simple, clean rooms. Half-board is standard in summer. The kitchen serves local specialties—casunziei, speck, and game stews. A small bar area has views toward the limestone peaks. Facilities include hot showers and a drying room. The hut opens mid-June through September, with weekends only in shoulder months. Phone ahead to confirm exact opening dates.
Book directly by phone. July and August weekends fill early—contact 2–3 weeks ahead for summer dates. Weekdays outside peak season generally have availability. The hut is small and doesn't manage heavy online booking platforms, so telephoning is more reliable than email. Bring cash or confirm card payment when you call.
Frequently Asked Questions
Book 2–3 weeks ahead for summer weekends, especially July–August; weekdays have more availability. Call ahead on their phone line or check rifugio.net for current availability.
Typically open late June through September, depending on snow conditions and weather. Call ahead before visiting in shoulder months to confirm staffing.
Drive the paved road from Cortina d'Ampezzo (12km, 30 minutes) to Tre Croci Pass, or hike from the Tre Croci trailhead in 1 hour on a well-marked path.
50 beds in simple, clean rooms with half-board (dinner and breakfast) standard in summer; expect basic amenities and shared facilities typical of Alpine huts at this elevation.
The 1-hour hike from Tre Croci is moderate and family-friendly, but the rifugio itself works best as a base for demanding alpine terrain—Sorapis and Ra Gusela routes require mountain experience and scrambling ability.
Location
45.7236, 11.1290
HutLists Score
4.3
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Quick Facts
- Managing club
- CAI
- Total
- 80
Facilities
Breakfast
Half board
Meals served
Drinking water
Contact & Booking
- Phone
- +39 045 7050033
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